KYU LEVEL RANKING SYSTEM
Beginner - White Belt
9th Kyu - Yellow Belt
8th Kyu - Yellow Belt
7th Kyu - Yellow Belt
6th Kyu - Purple Belt
5th Kyu - Purple Belt
4th Kyu - Purple Belt
3rd Kyu - Brown Belt
2nd Kyu - Brown Belt
1st Kyu - Brown Belt
After 1st Kyu, examinations for Dan (Black Belt level) must be taken as described in the JKF Wado Kai Overseas Regulations. Dan levels are: 1st Dan (Shodan); 2nd Dan (Nidan); 3rd Dan (Sandan); etc.