THE MARTIAL ARTS SYSTEM OF AIBUDO

Dan Grade Requirements or Abilities

SHODAN:           Has acquired a strong foundation of basics and

                             physical senses.

NIDAN:               Has achieved an understanding of combinations

                            and how to strategically apply them.

SANDAN:           Has acquired a calm, strong mind in conjunction

                            with a presence of relaxation in the shoulders.

YONDAN:           Has acquired a oneness of mind and body as related

                             to techniques.  Humanitarian deeds are focused on

                             throughout this rank.

GODAN:              Has acquired impeccable execution in technique and

                             moral character.  It involves channeling "spiritual"

                             consciousness through their personally disciplined

                             character.

ROKUDAN:        Has continued to amplify the prior five DAN Grade

                            abilities and teachings.  Continues to pass on their

                            abilities and teachings without reservation.

SHICHIDAN

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JUDAN:              Advanced ranks of 7th thru 10th degrees are

                            Honorary Degrees awarded or earned for years

                            of devotion and study.  The individual continues

                            to amplify the mystical and "spiritual" essence

                            of the teachings.  The ability to focus the power

                            mental Ki is also enhanced at these levels.

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