At R&R Martial Arts, students earn every belt through dedication, progression, consistency and real achievement following the official Cobra CMMA grading pathway.
Every student progresses at their own pace within a supportive and structured environment designed to build confidence, discipline and resilience
White Belt
Yellow Belt
Orange Belt
Green Belt
Blue Belt
Purple Belt
Brown Belt Level 1
Brown Belt Level 2
Brown Belt Level 3
Black Belt
Progressive Grading System (PGS)
At R&R Martial Arts, we use the Cobra CMMA Progressive Grading System (PGS).
Rather than relying entirely on large one-day assessments, students gradually work through techniques during regular classes.
Techniques are signed off as students consistently demonstrate understanding, effort, control and ability.
This flexible approach allows students to progress at a pace that suits their individual development while maintaining high standards throughout their martial arts journey.
If a student struggles with certain techniques, these can be revisited and improved over time — helping build confidence without unnecessary pressure
Once students have completed the required techniques for their belt, they are invited to a formal graduation-style grading session.
During the grading, students demonstrate techniques from their level in front of the instructor.
Successful students receive:
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Their new belt
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An official Cobra CMMA certificate
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Recognition of their achievement in class
This keeps standards high while making each grading a rewarding and memorable milestone.
Proficiency Awards & Life Skills
Martial arts is about more than kicks and punches.
Alongside belt progression, students at R&R Martial Arts can also work towards CMAA-recognised Proficiency Awards focused on life skills, confidence, awareness and personal development.
These awards help students grow both inside and outside of the dojo.
Our 10 Proficiency Subjects
1. First Aid & Emergencies
Learning how to stay calm, get help and respond appropriately in emergency situations.
2. Bully Awareness
Understanding what bullying is, how it affects others, and how to speak up safely or support a friend.
3. Knife & Weapons Awareness
Age-appropriate discussions around safety, consequences and responsible decision making.
Students learn to respect training equipment while understanding real-world dangers.
4. Stranger Danger & Online Safety
Helping students understand boundaries, privacy, personal safety and recognising unsafe behaviour both online and in everyday life.
5. Local Services Knowledge
Knowing where to turn for help and understanding important community services such as doctors, hospitals, emergency services and utilities.
6. Healthy Choices & Drug Awareness
Encouraging students to make positive lifestyle choices and understand the difference between healthy and harmful habits.
7. Mindfulness & Emotional Control
Simple breathing and focus exercises designed to help students manage emotions, stay calm under pressure and build resilience.
8. Excellent School Term Report
Celebrating positive school reports that demonstrate effort, kindness, respect and positive attitude.
9. Good Student Award
Recognising students who consistently demonstrate good attitude, teamwork, effort and respect during training.
10. Leadership & Teamwork
Encouraging older students to become positive role models by supporting younger students and helping build a strong club community.
How The Awards Work
Students work towards one subject at a time throughout the year.
Each topic focuses on practical knowledge, confidence, awareness and character development.
Certificates are presented in class to celebrate achievement and encourage continued growth.
Official CMAA Proficiency Certificates are issued through the Cobra Martial Arts Association.
Resilience & Respect
At R&R Martial Arts, we aim to develop not only strong martial artists, but respectful, confident and resilient individuals who carry these values into everyday life.
