Pancrase Mixed Martial Arts belt rank and degree recipients have demonstrated a high proficiency in many of the world's most effective fighting arts (Wrestling, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, Sambo, No-Gi Submission Grappling, Boxing, Thai Kickboxing).

E ach recipient has been tested and demonstrated the ability to combine these techniques into an effective fighting system for self-defense or competition.

* Belt rank testing and certifications are conducted by Pancrase Black Belts.

* The PANCRASE PROMOTIONS COMMITTEE advises and helps determine rank promotion criteria. Members provides oversight to ensure high standards and ethics.