to rank a higher rank like going from newbie to trainer, u must be in the top 20 of the site.here is how it goes:

Master- 1-4

Elite- 5-8

Gym Leader- 9-12

Trainer- 13-16

Newbie- 17-20

u can challenge people in the ranks forum where i keep the ranks. or u can just pm them.if u r not in the top 20 then u'll just be recorded as a member.Good Luck!!!

*first 20 people get the spots