• The Primary Duanwei [Chin.: xiǎoduànwèi 小段位]

    Shaolin Kung Fu Primary Duanwei [Chin.: Shàolín Gōngfū xiǎoduànwèi 少林功夫小段位]

    1st Duan, 2nd Duan and 3rd Duan

    Those who conduct and participate in Shaolin martial arts can voluntarily apply for Duanwei; while Honorary Duanwei is awarded only to those who are major contributors to the development of Shaolin martial arts. A Duanwei applicant honors his/her teachers and respect their teachings, observes law and obeys disciplines, pays attention to Shaolin martial arts ethics and etiquette, and is able to apply Shaolin martial arts etiquette properly.

    Primary Duanwei Criteria

    1st Duan: Those who are at least 9 years of age, have practiced Shaolin martial arts for more than 1.5 years, with a technical evaluation [one bare-hand form and one weapon form - over the previous level] of more than 7 points, may apply for a promotion to 1st Duan.

    2nd Duan: Those who are at least 10 years of age, have held 1st Duan for more than six months, with a technical evaluation [one bare-hand form and one weapon form - over the previous level] of more than 7 points, may apply for a promotion to the 2nd Duan.

    3rd Duan: Those who are at least 12 years of age, have held 2nd Duan for more than six months, with a technical evaluation [one bare-hand form and one weapon form - over the previous level] of more than 7.5 points, may apply for a promotion to the 3rd Duan.

    Notice: In case of learning capability it may occur an age exception, after teacher's request.

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