New ranks are assigned to individuals of good moral character, who have been accepted as a member of, and are in good standings with Bunker Hill Karate. Students must show consistent attendance and meet the minimum requirements outlined in the following page to be CONSIDERED for rank advancement.

Remember, time alone does not count as the right to test; time plus consistent practice and the right attitude are needed for testing. Your instructor(s) reserve the right to reduce time in grade and/or skip ranks at their discretion. Rank advancement is granted by the head instructor (Mr. Downey) and master (Master Capolupo).

Etiquette, technique, skill, knowledge, attitude, grades, and behavior in and out of the dojang are taken into account for rank advancement.