The planned dates for the gradings in 2023 are as follows :-.
- 11th March 2023 – Beginners to 8th Kyu (White – Red)
- 18th March 2023 – 7th Kyu and above (Yellow – Black)
- 10th June 2023 – Beginners to 8th Kyu (White – Red)
- 17th June 2023 – 7th Kyu and above (Yellow – Black)
- 16th November 2023 – Beginners to 8th Kyu (White – Red)
- 23rd November 2023 – 7th Kyu and above (Yellow – Black)
- 9th December 2023 – Beginners to 8th Kyu (White – Red)
- 16th December 2023 – 7th Kyu and above (Yellow – Black)
Unless stated otherwise, gradings start promptly at 1pm and are expected to finish by 4pm. Gradings will take place in the Bournville College.Sports Hall, Longbridge.
Please remember to ask Sensei Hession for permission to grade and if you require a new belt, let her know your name, belt colour and size. Please also make sure that your licence is up-to-date, as without a valid licence, you will not be able to grade. Please remember to bring your license and grading book, mitts, gumshields and optionally although recommended for gradings that involve more advanced forms of sparring groin or chest protectors.
People wishing to take a Dan grade will upon being given permission to apply to grade have to submit a formal grading request letter. Please ask your instructors for further details.
Opening and Closing dates for 2023:
The first training session for the year will be on Monday 9th January 2023 at the Weoley Castle Dojo
Easter break: There will be no sessions from Monday 3rd April 2023 to Saturday 15th April 2023 inclusive.
Saturday 6th May 2023 King Charles III Coronation
Monday 8th May 2023 King Charles III Coronation Bank Holiday
Summer break: TBC
The last training session for the year will be on the Saturday 16th December 2022 at the Bournville College Dojo
