Abstract
The purpose of this study is to obtain the fundamental data concerning the present situation and problems on grading system of Judo in the international level, analyzing how the grading system of Judo which has been created by Jigoro Kano and diffused to foreign countries is understood and operated in Australia which compared to Brazil and Japan.
The results were as follows:
1. The method of classification with color belts for Dan-grades is provided similarly in Australia but the one for Kyu-grades is quite different from Brazil, and Japan and subdivided with color lines on belts by ages.
2. The regulations are provided in detail and technical standard is highly required in Australia when compared to other two countries. The concrete points are clearly provided for the promotion by contribution to Judo as supervisor, instructor, team manager and referee.
3. It is provided that any person without experience of competition has a chance to be promoted on condition with longer term than usual promotion. It is also provided that a person with less experience of competition has a chance to be promoted to higher Dan-grades.
4. It is provided that a person who cannot take part in a competition due to the medical handicap has a chance to be promoted on condition with longer term than usual promotion.
5. “The Illustrated Kodokan Judo” is appointed as a text of Judo techniques required for promotion.
