Gradings

RESOURCES, POLICIES, GUIDELINES

How to earn your 1st dan (black belt) in Australia *NEW

IJF Recognition of Australian Dan Grades *NEW

Would you like to have your Judo Australia Dan Grades recognised and certified by the International Judo Federation? CLICK HERE to download your Application form and lodge your payment via Revsport. A non-refundable deposit of AUD$80 is required for 1st to 5th Dan recognition, and AUD$110 for 6th to 7th Dan recognition. (Final cost for successful applicants – AUD $255 and AUD $350).

National Grading Policy (Version 005 – MARCH 2023)

Application Form – 1st Dan to 3rd Dan Grading

Application Form – 4th Dan to 5th Dan Grading

Application Form for Master Grade – 6th Dan & Above

Kodokan Dan Grade Application Form

* Please note promotion and membership fee is subject to change as it is controlled by the Kodokan. Please enquire at the time of application. There will also be additional charges for postage and handling.

C/- Combat Sports Office 
Australian Institute of Sport, Leverrier Street, Bruce, ACT 

Judo Federation of Australia Ltd
ABN 49 305 099 035