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What is Rank Certificate in BJJ?
Quick Definition
An official document certifying a practitioner's belt rank.
Full Explanation
A rank certificate is an official document issued by an instructor or federation certifying that a practitioner has been promoted to a specific belt rank. Certificates typically include the practitioner's name, new rank, date of promotion, instructor's signature, and affiliation. IBJJF requires rank certificates for tournament registration. Certificates provide documentation of legitimate rank and are part of maintaining the integrity of the belt system.
Examples in Context
"My rank certificate is needed for IBJJF tournament registration"
"He framed his black belt rank certificate for his office"
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