A grading is simply a little test of your current knowledge, understanding and capabilities in Taekwondo.  Your current level is shown by the color of the belt you wear (if you have one)...as shown below.

When you pass a grading, you progress to the next level and will be given a new belt to reflect your new level. For example, when you pass your first grading you will be awarded a Yellow Tag belt. You will also be given a certificate as proof of your new grade. Both the belt and certificate are given to you FREE (so long as you pass of course).

Each of the main belt colors has a meaning (excluding Tags: these are half-way points between the main belts). Progression through the belts tells a story of the student developing from seed through sapling to tree.

White	(beginners)	The origin or beginner
Yellow Tag	9th KUP
Yellow	8th KUP	The earth, soil or seed
Green Tag	7th KUP
Green	6th KUP	The growth or grass
Blue Tag	5th KUP
Blue	4th KUP	Reaching for the skies
Red Tag	3rd KUP
Red	2nd KUP	The flow of blood or danger - the student has all of the technique of a black belt but needs to learn control
Black Tag	1st KUP
Black	1st Degree	Impervious to darkness and fear