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Well... It's lunch time, so I'd figure I'd surf KF until my testing resumes in about 90 minutes. I was privy to my testing requirements late last night, and I've got to say this. What I first read was not what I thought that our Dai-Soke would've approved. However, I didn't read between the lines because once I hit the floor, the dots and dashes made a lot of since. The testing panel is putting me through the paces just as our Dai-Soke would've; if not even moreso. Even though he wouldn't have tested me for Kudan; that would've been bestowed upon me. Greg asked me right after we broke for lunch, how I felt!? I feel fine!!

Our annual testing cycle is complete. Our Dan testing cycle saw a total of 27 candidates fail varies Dan rank promotions while 68 passed; 2 went to Godan and 1 went to Rokudan and Nanadan. Bring on my pressure test for Kudan!!

I hope your ukemi is up to speed. Have fun! K. Ditto!!

Solid post across the board JohnASE, I thank you for it!! Since the passing of Soke and Dai-Soke, we've faced a splintering that was quite damaging at its onslaught, but that was very short lived and the outcome made us closer and stronger for the long term. Yes, and this is proof by the fact that we only expelled one. We're a very solid group!! I believe that person is myself, and I've the support of the entire Hombu as well as the entire student body, and this is why I was elected as the current Kaicho. Presently, I am that man, and I want to be, not for ego, but for the betterment of Shindokan, the Hombu, and it's entire student body. My strength is my knowledge and experience!! Yes, I could follow someone else because Shindokan isn't about me, it's about the betterment of Shindokan as a whole. I'd leave if it meant that the betterment of Shindokan would gain even the slightest improvement because Shindokan is for everyone, and it's not just for me. I've no ego to bruise!! I've contemplated many things since I've been Kaicho, but Kudan ISN'T one of them. They're getting what they want; let's get by this and concentrate on things of greater importance and not what rank the Kaicho has to be.

This is wise. I'm glad he said that to you. Actually, I'm glad he said it as well because I depend on him across the board; we're two peas in a pod, MA wise, that is. Test will be this Monday, July 8, 2013.

Thank you for sharing that with all of us, and you're absolutely correct...age shouldn't ever be a factor, and in her case, it certainly wasn't.

I'm hoping that I'm still doing anything at 84; breathing and walking are at the top of my list.

Maybe Ohio's crime rate isn't as high as it is in NY; that's if crime stats are a considering factor in their decision(s). Given NYS rep on taxing things to death I'm surprised that the revenue side hasn't caused it.to pass any way. Great point!!

Maybe Ohio's crime rate isn't as high as it is in NY; that's if crime stats are a considering factor in their decision(s).

It's ok. Hopefully you will be soon. Welcome to KF!!!!!!!!

Wow, that's quite a while ago. Prior to my latest stunt, it was early 2010 that I competed last. Something just feels wonderful about the thrill of competition. Yes it is/was...I'm 55 years old, 56 this October.

Whatever the market will bear...I wholeheartedly agree!! Managing the brand properly also helps keeping one busy/in demand. It's like public speakers. They'll have pretty low prices for their speaking fees when they're just starting out, unless they're already very famous. Then as they start establishing themselves, their speaking fees will slowly start rising, and behold, they're in the bank. Get positive feedback and manage the brand, imho, vital keys.

You're still active in your MA training, aren't you?? Yes Cool, then that's all that's important, imho. Hang in there and rock and roll in your training.

Congrats!! It's well deserved!!

Our first week of our annual testing cycle at our Hombu was quite successful despite that 49 testing candidates didn't fair well. 101 testing Kyu candidates did do quite well, and they'll receive their promotions in house this up coming Saturday, July 6, 2013. Already it's the 2nd day for the Dan testing candidates, and we've failed 9 thus far. The pressure test of any testing cycle can serve notice to many because there's no such thing as a guaranteed test. No matter how hard one trains and no matter what their sensei might feel. It's a TEST!! Be prepared or not...it's up to YOU!!

Solid post!!

Get into the swimming pool!! It'll help you build up many of the required muscle groups needed to execute kicks. Also, get the densest hanging bag and whack the tar out of it. Make the bag wish you hadn't bought it!!

Viewing your pics was quite refreshing...thank you for them!! It caused me to think about my very last tounament, which was just over 18 years ago. I garnished 3 Open Kata Grand Championships and a 2nd place in Kumite in the Senior Masters Division. I wish you much success!!

Perhaps one thing that qualifies you for this rank so much is the fact you are so determined you don't want/deserve it? Referencing my earlier comment about humility, maybe the more you push against receiving the rank, the more you deserve it? Possibly you're absolutely correct in the long run. Thank you!!

You're still active in your MA training, aren't you??

CONGRATS!! Very nice!!

Bob, I find my jumping ability has visibly waned, as well. Nice to have someone who can relate...heheheheheeee

Welcome to KF!!!!!!!!

Why do you think it is that way? Both can be viewed by politicians as violent, and since they make the laws; impressing them just isn't that easy.

Congrats on your promotion!! There are so many types of belts on the market, I just can't steer you towards any particular. Over the many years, I suppose that I've seen my share of them, and it boils downs to personal preference. Silk...satin...cotton...and so on and so forth. Some belts are affordable and some a not; the value isn't the belt around your waist, the value is in your heart. I'd say this though, look for one that's in high quality because you want it to last for some time.