CTS Ranking and Certifications


We frequently receive questions about student ranking and instructor certification in Combat Tactical Systems (CTS). Here’s how our ranking system works and what you can expect as you train and progress in our self defence system.

STUDENTS CERTIFICATION ADVANCEMENT

The following timelines are only approximated and are based upon students training an average of two /three times per week.

BASIC LEVELS Student Level - I

Student Level - II
TIMELINE - 2 MONTHS
INTERMEDIATE LEVELS Student Level - III

Student Level - IV
TIMELINE - 2 MONTHS
ADVANCED LEVELS Student Level - V

Student Level - VI
TIMELINE - 2 MONTHS
MASTER LEVEL Student Level - VII TIMELINE - 4 MONTHS
INSTRUCTORS CERTIFICATION ADVANCEMENT

The following timelines are only approximated and are based upon instructors training.

PROVISIONAL LEVELS Asst. Instructor

Instructor Level
TIMELINE - 6 MONTHS
ADVANCED LEVELS Instructor Level - I

Instructor Level - II
TIMELINE - 1 YEAR
EXPERT LEVELS Instructor Level - III

Instructor Level - IV
TIMELINE - 1 YEAR
MASTER LEVEL Instructor Level - V

Instructor Level - VI
TIMELINE - 2 YEARS
SENIOR MASTER LEVEL Instructor Level - VII TIMELINE - 2 YEARS