WKA Grading Examiners Course
Become a WKA Certified Grading Examiner and gain the authority to support official WKA gradings with confidence, consistency, and international recognition.
Take the next step in your WKA journey by becoming a certified WKA Grading Examiner.
This course is designed to create a clear, professional, and globally consistent grading system across all WKA countries. By completing the training, qualified instructors and senior grades will understand how to apply WKA grading rules correctly and help maintain international standards.
Certified Grading Examiners from 2nd to 6th Dan will be authorised to help form official WKA International grading boards, making the grading process smoother, more professional, and more consistent for successful candidates.
Certified Senior Examiners from 7th to 9th Dan will also receive additional authority to approve 4th to 6th Dan promotions and issue recognised crossover certificates.
The course runs for approximately 2 to 3 hours and covers:
WKA grading criteria
How official grading boards should be formed
Examiner responsibilities and expectations
New 2nd and 3rd Dan requirements
Correct application of WKA International grading standards
Those applying to become Senior Examiners will complete an additional 30-minute senior examiner module, covering master-rank promotions, crossover authorisations, and higher-level certification responsibilities.
Become part of the official WKA International grading structure and help raise the standard of martial arts gradings worldwide.
Must hold 1st Dan WKA International Black Belt and be registered on the website.