Discipline Focus
Focus: Courage
- Following instructions
- Paying attention in class
- Good attendance
- Not leaving the mat without permission
- Keeping the gi on during class
- Helping training partners
- Making techniques easier when a partner struggles
Methodology · Kids
How We Build a Child, Not Just a Student
Our kids program is the heart of the academy. Technique matters — but so does how a child behaves on the mat, at home and at school.
The Foundation
The 3 Essential Pillars of Childhood
Select a level of the pyramid to see how it shapes our classes.
Ethical & Moral Principles
We believe martial arts teach far more than physical movement — they teach respect, discipline and integrity, values woven into Alliance's culture and methodology.
Graduation
Kids Graduation System
How children progress at Alliance: each belt is earned through stripes, and each stripe requires a minimum number of classes plus consistent behaviour on the mat.
| Belt | Age | Classes per stripe |
|---|---|---|
| White | 4–15 | 8 classes |
| Grey / White | 4–15 | 8 classes |
| Grey | 4–15 | 8 classes |
| Grey / Black | 4–15 | 8 classes |
| Yellow / White | 7–15 | 10 classes |
| Yellow | 7–15 | 10 classes |
| Yellow / Black | 7–15 | 10 classes |
| Orange / White | 10–15 | 10 classes |
| Orange | 10–15 | 10 classes |
| Orange / Black | 10–15 | 10 classes |
| Green / White | 13–15 | 12 classes |
| Green | 13–15 | 12 classes |
| Green / Black | 13–15 | 12 classes |
Every 4 stripes the student is eligible for the next belt, always subject to the instructor's evaluation of technique, attendance and behaviour.
Complete Graduation System — Kids & AdultsFull belt progression, stripe requirements, belt exam and the belt calculator.View full system →By Age Group
Building Values, Year by Year
Each age group carries one core value that guides how classes are taught and how progress is judged.
Kinder · Ages 3–6 · Courage
First contact with the mat through play — coordination, listening and the courage to try something new.
Evaluation
Colored Stripes — What We Evaluate
Colored stripes are awarded at the instructor's discretion. These are the four areas every child is measured on.
Relationship
Focus: Temperance
- Respecting everyone
- Treating others as you would like to be treated
- Asking for things politely
- Being patient with peers who need more time
- Respecting each classmate's learning pace
- No bullying
- Being welcoming to new students
Organization
Focus: Justice
- Following the instructor's guidance
- Keeping up good grades at school
- Punctuality
- Taking care of the uniform
- Knowing how to tie your own belt
- Knowing how to check in on the attendance sheet
- Respecting the academy rules
Healthy Habits Focus
Focus: Wisdom
- Good habits
- Healthy eating
- Environmental awareness
- Personal hygiene
01
Discipline Focus
Virtue: Courage
Student behavior and discipline on the mats
02
Relationship
Virtue: Temperance
Relationship with others
03
Organization
Virtue: Justice
Awareness and responsibility
04
Healthy Habits Focus
Virtue: Wisdom
Commitment
Kids Belt System
Ages 4–6
White
White / Grey
Grey
Grey / Black
Ages 7–9
Yellow / White
Yellow
Yellow / Black
Ages 10–12
Orange / White
Orange
Orange / Black
Ages 13–15
Green / White
Green
Green / Black
Important: colored stripes sit on the opposite side of the belt and are entirely at the instructor's discretion — they can be awarded or withdrawn at any moment.