Technical Qualifications
ITKF recognizes or issues the following technical qualifications:
- Dan Ranking
ITKF officially recognizes Eligible Style Organization (ESO) rankings which have standards that match ITKF technical standards. ITKF recognizes each ESO ranking as an official rank. - Ranking Examiner
ITKF recognizes Ranking Examiners who have completed the necessary ITKF course and examination as well as each respective style organization’s recommended examiners. Examiners are ranked as Class A, B or C. - Judge
ITKF qualified judges serve at all official ITKF competitions. Judges must complete the required course and successfully pass the examination. There are two categories for Judges: Kumite and Kata. Each category has three classes: A, B or C. - Certified Coach
ITKF issues certificates for Certified Coaches, which require completion of the necessary course and examination. - Certified Instructor
ITKF issues certificates for Certified Instructors, which require completion of the necessary training course.
