Blackbelt Gradings

The ITA runs two national blackbelt gradings per year. These gradings are conducted by a panel of masters and international instructors selected from within the ITA examiner panel. Before taking the Blackbelt grading, candidates must complete a preliminary test to assess their readiness to test at national level. The ITA Blackbelt grading tests candidates on fundamental hand techniques, kicking techniques, patterns, pre-arranged sparring, free sparring, self defence, special-technique, power-breaking and theory. If successful on the day of the grading, candidates are presented with an ITA national blackbelt certificate and are later issued with an official degree certificate, degree-card and degree number from the International Taekwon-Do Federation.

ITA Bylaws relevant to Blackbelt Grading

The minimum age to apply for promotion for 1st Dan black belt is 13 years of age. The candidate must be at least 13 years of age within the month of the black belt grading.
Please note: Those testing for 4th Dan and above must have the authorisation of the ITA technical director in accordance with article 15.07 of the ITA constitution. Written approval needs to be sought before the deadline. Candidates for 4th Dan and above must have completed the ITF online exam.
Please take note of IIC requirements & waiting periods by referring to the ITF bylaws.