420 Judoka Take Part in Official Belt (Kyu) Grading

On 28 September, an official belt (kyu) grading examination was held at the National Teams’ Training Center under the auspices of the Azerbaijan Judo Federation.

A total of 420 judoka—in accordance with age eligibility—sat for examinations across the white–yellow, yellow, orange, green, blue, and brown belt grades. Candidates who passed were awarded the corresponding belts and certificates.

The holding of official belt examinations is vital for judoka to master techniques comprehensively and sustain motivation. Belt grading is essential for assessing and formally recognizing skill level, and it is also required for future participation in prestigious domestic competitions.