Only one student per month will be promoted to the Ichiban rank.

For one month the Ichiban will be allowed to wear the special Ichiban belt, will sit at the head of the classes they attend, will be allowed to lead the warm-up for the same classes, and will also be given 100 points for their Wolf Pack.

Students who wish to become Ichiban must attend at least 10 classes in one month. They will also be evaluated based on the following...

Student is doing above average in school and trying hard

Student is helping at home and obeying parents or guardians

Student is behaving in class and listening to instructors

Student is trying hard and practicing outside of the dojo what they are learning inside of it

Student volunteers in the community and helps others

Student has helped to influence new registrations in Okami Kai

Student attends extra classes, seminars, and workshops when available