Promotion & Total Commitment System

Our belt system provides a clear path for technical skill progression and personal growth. Each rank signifies a student's commitment to the art, their knowledge of the curriculum, and their contribution to the dojo community.

• The system helps determine competition eligibility and leadership readiness.
• Exceptional students who consistently meet all requirements may earn accelerated promotions.

Promotion Requirements (The Checklist)

A student must meet all four criteria to be invited to test:

1. Attendance & Discipline: Good attendance and unwavering respect for dojo rules.
2. Technical Mastery: Demonstrated skill in all techniques and in-depth knowledge of the current curriculum.
3. Performance: Strong application of skills, including kata and kumite, proven through tournaments or advanced training.
4. Total Commitment Points: Accrue the minimum required points in each category (see table below).

📊 Total Commitment Point System 

Category	Activity	Point Value	Focus
Attendance & Focus	Attending a Regular Class	1 Point	Consistent Effort
	Attending an Extra Class/Location	2 Points	Above-and-Beyond Effort
	Cleaning the Dojo (Per Scheduled Session)	1 Point	Respect for the Training Environment
Water Training	Documented Aquatic Training (45-60 min)	3 Points	Hydraulic Resistance & Balance
Community & Leadership	Assisting an Instructor with a Class	3 Points	Teaching & Mentorship
Intellectual Mastery	Completing a Written Report/Essay (All Ranks)	5 Points	Focused Study & Research
	Completing a Written Report/Essay (Black Belt)	+10 Points (Total 15)	Black Belt Focus
	Academic Achievement (Minor Students)	5 Points	Discipline & Focus in School
Competition & Application	Competing in an In-House Tournament	5 Points	Low-Stress Application
	Competing in an External Tournament	10 Points	High-Stress Application
Commitment & Growth	Attending a Dojo Event/Seminar/Clinic	8 Points	Dedicated Learning Outside Class
Personal Discipline	Documented Home Practice (1 hour log)	1 Point (Max 5/week)	Consistent Private Practice

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parent Volunteer Points (PVP)

These points are earned by the parent/guardian and applied directly to the minor student's testing eligibility requirements.

Activity/Event	Point Value	Notes on Verification
Silvera Cup: Full Day (6+ Hours)	10 Points	Full attendance at a scheduled volunteer station (e.g., registration desk, ring coordinator, scorekeeper).
Silvera Cup: Half Day (3-5 Hours)	6 Points	Shorter shifts or high-demand tasks (e.g., morning setup, afternoon teardown).
Silvera Cup: Pre/Post-Event Prep	3 Points per Hour (Max 6 points)	Helping with flyer distribution, organizing awards, or packing/unpacking gear at the dojo before/after the event.
Dojo Demo Team Event	5 Points	Assisting with setup, logistics, or transport for a public demonstration event.
Dojo Clean-Up/Maintenance	3 Points per Hour (Max 6 points)	Seasonal tasks like deep cleaning the mats, painting, or minor repairs.
Official Photography/Videography	5 Points per Event	Taking quality photos/videos at an event like the Silvera Cup and sharing the full album with the dojo.

Minor Student Requirement: Parents of minors testing for advanced ranks (e.g., Brown and Black) must ensure a minimum of 15 Volunteer Points are accrued by a guardian since the student's last promotion.

📈 Testing Eligibility by Total Commitment Points 

To ensure students are well-rounded and committed to all aspects of the art, minimum points are required for the following categories: Attendance, Competition, and Leadership/Growth.

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