“There is no other way to social solidarity than respect for human dignity. French boxing is one of those sports whose educational qualities are exceptional and thus contribute to the fulfillment of the human being as to his respect. “

– Comte Pierre de Baruzy

Acquired experience is validated by obtaining ranks that are determined by glove color. Each level follows a guiding tactical principle to be observed and developed by the practitioner.

BLUE GLOVE

INITIATION

Je touche et je ne suis pas touché : ” I strike, but I am not struck “

GREEN GLOVE

INITIATION

Je ne suis pas touché, je touche (situation simple) : ” I am not struck, but I strike. (simple situations).”

RED GLOVE

DEVELOPMENT

Je ne suis pas touché, je touche (situation complexe) : ” I am not struck, but I strike (complex situations).”

WHITE GLOVE

DEVELOPMENT

Je touche avant d’être touché : ” I strike before being struck.”

YELLOW GLOVE

MASTERY

Je perturbe pour aller toucher : ” I disturb in order to strike.”

SILVER GLOVE

EXPERTISE

Graduation is detailed in the following document: Savate’s Canadian Technical Progress

The knowledge required to teach Savate or to act as a judge or referee is obtained by following courses given by the Canadian Federation of Savate and is sanctioned by the issuance of an official certificate / diploma.