Martial Arts Gradings in Bristol

Progress Through the City Gongfu Grading Programme

Develop your martial arts skills and progress through the City Gongfu grading programme, with structured belt levels recognising each stage of your training.

Grading Programme

City Gongfu club membership gives students the opportunity to take part in our structured martial arts grading programme.

Gradings are usually held three times per year, with students taking part once they are fully prepared. Progression typically takes two to three terms, depending on the student’s level and amount of practice.

All students are strongly encouraged to practice what they learn in class in between sessions, in order to progress. Practice-practice-practice! 

Grading Fee: £25

Each awarded belt is included in the grading fee.

Grade Progression

Beginner - Intermediate
Level 1-2: Yellow Stripe / Yellow Belt
Level 3-4: Orange Stripe / Orange Belt
Level 5-6: Red Stripe / Red Belt
Practitioner - Advanced
Level 7-8: Green Stripe / Green Belt
Level 9-10: Blue Stripe / Blue Belt
Level 11-12: Purple Stripe / Purple Belt
Asst Instructor - Instructor
Level 13: Brown Belt
Level 14: Black-Brown Belt
Level 15: Black Belt

Students who attain Blue and Purple Belt levels can enter our Junior Coach programme, assisting at classes/events to develop their coaching skills.

Students taking their Brown Belt (Assistant Instructor Level) can lead sessions and will need to be at least 16 years of age. At this level, students automatically receive lifetime free membership at the club. 

All of our grades are recognised by the British Martial Arts & Boxing Association (BMABA).

Martial Arts Training Videos

Training videos are available on our YouTube channel to help students practise and develop their skills between classes.


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Book Your Free Taster

Free tasters sessions are only available at our out of school clubs in Clifton/Redland and Horfield

Drop us an email with the following information 

info@citygongfu.com