There are two separate belt systems for Kids and Adults.
The Kid’s belt system goes from White belt to Green belt and Discontinues the year the child turns 16 years old. If someone 16 years or older holds a rank in the kid’s belt program, they would then need to be promoted to the first adult belt: Blue belt. The Kid’s ranking system is based on a mix of Class Attendance, Skill Development, and Meeting ALL Belt Testing Requirements.
Adults have 5 total belts Starting with White belt and progressing through Black belt. It often takes many years to receive a Black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, 8-10 years on average. Belts are rewarded on a basis of Class Attendance, Mastery of Technique and Concepts, Knowledge of BJJ and Alliance Team History, and Basic Understanding of the Point System and Rules of Jiu Jitsu.