Rank sistem - Dankyuisei

 

Graduations in Hyōhō Niten Ichi Ryū :

1. Shoden - 初伝（しょでん）: 1st level of understanding for those who master the kata of Tachi Seihō.

2. Chuden -中伝（ちゅうでん）: After Shoden, the 2nd level of understanding for those who master the kata of Kodachi Seihō.

3. Okuden - 奥伝（おくでん）: Following Chuden, the 3rd level of understanding for those who master the kata with two swords, Nito Seihō.

4. Menkyo - 免許（めんきょ）: Following Okuden, the 4th level of understanding for those who master the kata of Bo Seihō (long staff).

5. Shihan - 師範（しはん）: The term means "role model," instructor or master - Shidosha.

6. Menkyo Kaiden - 免許皆伝（めんきょかいでん): The 5th and highest level of understanding for those who master all 44 kata of Hyōhō Niten Ichi Ryū and possess a profound knowledge of the teachings of the school's founder.

Graduations in Iaido (All Japan Kendo Federation) :

For those who wish to obtain a "Dan" rank certificate and a Japanese teaching title or participate in tournaments and seminars sponsored by the Japanese Kendo Federation or the Japanese Kobudo Promotion Association.