Duanwei (Belt) Acquisition
What is Duanwei (Belt) Acquisition?
Duanwei (belt) is a central grading system in China. This system was introduced by the Chinese Wushu (Martial Arts) Association. In general, this is an optional service provided to Tai Chi practitioners who need it for a particular purpose. The Duan Wei is similar system as the Dan system used in Japanese Martial Arts, and the highest grade is 9th Duan Wei.
Duan Wei 1 to 3 are lower range grading and normally awarded to dedicated students;
Duan Wei 4 to 6 are the intermediate range grading and normally awarded to those of high levels; - skilled Martial Artists who have been instructors or professionals for years. In particular the Duan Wei 6 holders should have won the national Championship in China or hold equivalent level of skills; Duan Wei 7 to 9 is the advanced range grading and normally awarded to those people who are experts in the Martial Arts field with high respect, well known reputations and have contributed greatly to the development of Chinese Martial Arts, including publications, papers, videos and DVDs.
How to acquire Duanwei?
China Wushu Association grading committee hosts Chinese Wushu Duan Wei Grading meetings from time to time in China, we include Duanwei acquisition as part of trip packages. Contact us if you want to join.
