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IKMC Krav Maga Grading
Track Your Progress – The Grading System
At The IKMC, we believe in progress, but we also believe in you. Our optional grading system is all about celebrating your achievements and helping you grow at your own pace. It’s a chance to track your skills, challenge yourself, and feel amazing as you level up.
But don’t worry – grading is totally optional. Whether you want to focus purely on training or take part in our grading system to mark your progress, we’ve got you covered. The goal is always the same: to make you feel confident, capable, and ready to face whatever comes your way!
We’re here to support you no matter how you choose to train.
Progressing through the different levels in the KEMPA MODERN COMBAT SYSTEM of Krav Maga offers numerous benefits, both physically and mentally. As practitioners advance, they not only refine their physical techniques but also enhance their ability to respond under pressure, adapting to increasingly complex and realistic scenarios. Each level builds on previous skills, fostering greater confidence, strength, and agility. This structured progression ensures that students develop a deep understanding of the principles behind Krav Maga, improving their tactical awareness and decision-making abilities. The KEMPA MODERN COMBAT SYSTEM also encourages personal growth, as practitioners face new challenges, build discipline, and cultivate resilience. Overall, moving through the levels helps individuals become more proficient in self-defence while boosting overall fitness and mental fortitude.
The IKMC Krav Maga Grading Levels: A Journey of Growth and Achievement
At The IKMC, we believe that everyone, regardless of their prior martial arts or self-defence experience, starts as a beginner. Our grading system is designed to take you through a clear progression, with each level building on the skills and techniques you’ve mastered. With commitment, focus, and consistent training, you’ll see real improvement and growth as you move through our carefully structured levels.
Our grading system is split into three main groups: Practitioner, Graduate, and Expert. Each group consists of 5 levels, and the journey from one to the next is both challenging and rewarding.
Practitioner Group (Beginner Levels)
The Practitioner group is where your journey begins. As a complete beginner, you’ll start at P1, and work your way through each of the five levels, ending at P5.
The focus in this group is on building a solid foundation in self-defence, understanding the KEMPA System, learning basic techniques, and developing key principles of movement, awareness, and confidence.
- P1 to P5: Each level typically takes around 3 to 4 months to complete, depending on your personal commitment and consistency in training.
- During this time, you will progress from learning the fundamentals to mastering more advanced techniques that prepare you for real-life self-defence situations.
Graduate Group (Brown Belt Levels)
Once you’ve completed the Practitioner group, you’ll progress to the Graduate group, which represents a significant step up in your training.
Here, you’ll refine your skills and develop a deeper understanding of combat strategies. This group is made up of G1 to G5, with each level taking approximately 5 to 6 months to achieve.
- G1 to G5: As a Graduate, you’ll start learning more advanced techniques, focus on speed, and incorporate more complex situations into your training. You’ll become more confident, powerful, and skilled, taking your self-defence knowledge to the next level. The Fighter group represents the transition from basic defence to offensive skills.
Expert Group (Black Belt Levels)
The final step in your IKMC journey is the Expert group, where you’ll earn your Black Belt. The Expert grade is the pinnacle of self-defence training at IKMC, consisting of 5 levels from E1 to E5.
This stage requires deep commitment, an understanding of advanced techniques, and the ability to think quickly and effectively in any situation.
- E1 to E5: Each of these levels will challenge you in new ways, pushing your endurance, mental toughness, and self-awareness. The Expert group isn’t just about physical skill – it’s about mastering the mental aspect of combat and becoming a true expert in self-defence. Achieving your Black Belt signifies that you’re ready to protect yourself and others with confidence and precision.
Pre-Grading Workshops
To help you prepare for each grading, we offer Pre-Grading Workshops. These workshops are specifically designed to give you the opportunity to review and refine any techniques you may be struggling with before your grading day.
We want to ensure that you feel ready and confident for your grading, so we provide a supportive, focused environment where you can fine-tune your skills and ask questions.
The Grading Day
When the big day arrives, you’ll be tested on everything you’ve learned. Depending on the level you are grading for, the grading day can take anywhere from 4 hours to 2 days.
Regardless of the level, it’s a challenging but incredibly rewarding experience!
The grading day is filled with action-packed drills, sparring sessions, and tactical scenarios, where you’ll demonstrate your ability to apply what you’ve learned under pressure. It’s hard work, but it’s also a lot of fun – you’ll be pushed to your limits, but at the end of the day, you’ll walk away with a real sense of achievement.
Grading Awards and Recognition
At the end of your grading, you will receive an official KEMPA MODERN COMBAT SYSTEM Certificate and your Grade Patch, marking your new achievement. But we don’t stop there – we also recognize those who have shown exceptional improvement with Special Awards for Best Improved. It’s our way of celebrating the hard work, dedication, and commitment that you’ve put into your training.
Whether you’re just starting out or you’re aiming for your Black Belt, our grading system offers clear goals, exciting challenges, and a strong sense of achievement. It’s not just about advancing through the levels – it’s about becoming a more confident, capable, and empowered version of yourself. Ready to take the next step? Start your journey today!
