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Dan Certification

The Kom Do Kwan™ offers Dan Certification for new members that join organization (recognition of current rank) and for existing members who are promoted in the organization.

Recognition of Current Rank

The Kom Do Kwan™ will recognize and accept rank transfer from reputable schools and martial arts organizations.  To apply for rank recognition, applicants should send an e-mail to dancertification@komdokwan.com with the following information:

  1. A brief summary of the applicant's martial arts experience, (schools attended and/or taught at).
  2. Dates of rank from 1st Dan to current rank.
  3. Date the applicant began training.
  4. A list of martial arts references.

Dan Promotions

Per the Kom Do Kwan Charter Dan Candidates must be tested by a board consisting of two black belt members.  The senior member of the board must be at least two dan level above the candidates testing. 

Time in Grade Required for Dan Rank

Rank Time in Grade Total Time Training
1st Dan 3 years 3 years
2nd Dan 2 years 5 years
3rd Dan 3 years 8 years
4th Dan 4 years 12 years
5th Dan 5 years 17 years
6th Dan 6 years 23 years
7th Dan 7 years 30 years
8th Dan 8 years 38 years
9th Dan 9 years 47 years

* The promotion board may waive time grade requirements if the candidate meets the Total Training Training requirements and circumstances warrant such a promotion.

Dan Certification Fees for Rank Recognition and Promotion

Rank Fee Pay Oline
1st - 2nd Dan $50
3rd - 4th Dan $125
5th Dan and above $250