He then informs the Hombu Dojo of the result of kyu testing using this form here. |
Yes, we require a certain number of practice hours and a test for promotion to kyu and dan ranks. |
A good performance from Andy Bennett earned him a bronze medal in the men's lightweight kyu grade section. |
Eventually those who receive kyu and dan rankings as a result of the popularization of Aikido will end up at Hombu. |
We frequently hold study seminars and workshops, at which we also try to conduct much of our kyu and dan ranking. |
I should mention that in Canada the full range of kyu grade belt colors is used, whereas in Japan only white and brown are used. |