Skill Level Examinations

Kendama players who wish to obtain an official grading must first pass a BKA examination. The skills required to pass the examination are listed on the tricks page. Successful entrants will be given an official certificate, and, if they are BKA forum members, listed in the register of players.

Entrants must pay the examination fee for the level that they wish to be tested up to:
Kyu: £2 / €2.50
Pre-Dan: £5 / €6
Dan: £10 / €12

This fee is to cover the examiner's time, and also helps to keep the BKA running and promoting kendama events. Unsuccessful entrants will be given a refund down to the level they achieve. e.g. Someone paying a Dan examination fee who only achieves Pre-Dan will receive a refund of £5 (A minimum admin fee of £2/€2.50 always applies.)

These examinations may only be conducted in person, and under the invigilation of a BKA-certified examiner.