Elite-Fighters Martial Arts System - Ranking Trials Components

The Trials of the Elite-Fighter

The Elite-Fighters Ranking Trials is the unique testing method used by the Elite-Fighters System of Martial Arts to accurately place you where you belong in the ranking structure of the Elite-Fighters System. By adhering to our training guides and advice, you will attain the best possible score, which is reflective on your true nature and abilities. Your score can be improved on and you may take additional re-tests if you are not satisfied with your performance.

Additionally, the American Kenpo Legacy Association is now utilizing this testing method and material for the advanced degrees of Black Belt for American Kenpo.

The following chart should help you in preparing for the ranking trials:

Elite-Fighters Ranking Trials Score Chart

Physical Readiness

Trial Activity

Score

Speed Drill #1

Speed Drill #2

Coordination Drill #1

Coordination Drill #2

Total Score

Rudimental Strikes/
Combinations/ Sets

Trial Activity

Score

Compulsory Kicks

Elective Kicks

Compulsory Forms/Sets

Elective Forms/Sets

Total Score

Core Material
(Practice Combat Scenarios - PCS)

Trial Activity

Score

Compulsory PCS
(without a partner)

Compulsory PCS
(with a partner)

Elective PCS
(without a partner)

Elective PCS
(with a partner)

Total Score

General Execution Qualities
(click for definitions)

Trial Activity

Score

Form

Speed

Flow

Power

Body Control

Total Score

Specific Execution Qualities
(click for definitions)

Trial Activity

Score

Timing

Decision Making

Control of Opponent

Safety Control

Accuracy

Total Score

Grand Total

Ranking

Note: Click on the various drills and activities for a description of how they are to be executed.

The total score is comprised of the percentages from each individual part. The weight of the score from each part is as follows:

Physical Readiness/Fitness (15% of score)

Rudimental Strikes and Combinations (15% of score)

Core Material (40% of score)

General Execution Qualities (15% of score)

Specific Execution Qualities (15% of score)

Each individual area score is totaled into the Grand Total which will determine your ranking according to the chart on the Ranking System Chart. For those who are also attaining the Advanced American Kenpo Black Belt Degrees, your must rank as "Proficient" for 4th, 5th and 6th Degree Black Belts, and "Expert" for 7th, 8th and 9th Degree Black Belts.