Belt Grading
System
A structured pathway from beginner to mastery. Every rank earned at Soul Lab reflects real growth — in technique, discipline, and character.
Next Grading
December grading, the last week of Term 4. Every kids and teens class grades in its normal session. Held at Soul Lab Gym.
All kids are welcome to attend the grading. The grading fee is required for students to receive their new grade and shirt.
Includes your official Soul Lab grading t-shirt
Sign Up for Grading
Fill in your details below to register for the next grading. We'll take care of the rest.
Belt Progression
Each age group has its own pathway. Students progress through 4 ranks within each belt before advancing to the next level.
White → Yellow
| Belt | Rank 1 | Rank 2 | Rank 3 | Rank 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | Beginner entry | Foundational skills | Improvement shown | Ready for Yellow 1 |
| Yellow | Yellow 1 | Yellow 2 | Yellow 3 | Yellow 4 ✓ |
Orange → Blue
| Belt | Rank 1 | Rank 2 | Rank 3 | Rank 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orange | Orange 1 | Orange 2 | Orange 3 | Ready for Blue |
| Blue | Blue 1 | Blue 2 | Blue 3 | Blue 4 ✓ |
Green
| Belt | Rank 1 | Rank 2 | Rank 3 | Rank 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green | Green 1 | Green 2 | Green 3 | Green 4 ✓ |
Red
| Belt | Rank 1 | Rank 2 | Rank 3 | Rank 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red | Red 1 | Red 2 | Red 3 | Red 4 → Adult ✓ |
Black
| Belt | Rank 1 | Rank 2 | Rank 3 | Rank 4+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | Black 1 | Black 2 | Black 3 | Black 4+ Mastery |
How You Advance
Grading isn't just about technique — it's about showing up, improving, and being the kind of student who makes the team better.
Rank Advancement
- Consistent attendance
- Demonstrates proper technique
- Shows improvement and effort
- Meets age-appropriate skill checkpoints
- Positive attitude and teamwork
- Instructor sign-off
Belt Advancement
- Completion of all 4 ranks in current belt
- Mastery of belt-specific techniques
- Demonstrated readiness for next difficulty level
- Meets age progression guidelines
- Formal belt testing