
A student who has no knowledge of the art. White, being a non-color, expresses a Void, no action.
Yellow represents Caution, careful slow movement.
Orange represents the rising sun. Through the development of self-discipline, the student realizes the importance of Etiquette.

The student receives their first dark color, representing their Desire to Learn.
The student has begun to ascent to a higher plane of Concentration.
Through concentration, the student begins to develop a keen mental and physical Focus.

Through diligent practice, the student has begun to amass Skill.
Through repition of techniques, the student is now developing Speed.

Through diligent training and commitment the student develops physical Strength and mental Endurance.
The student begins to apply their knowledge with increased Accuracy.
The student has graduated to a Degree in Complete Martial Arts.