ninjanurse

testing fees vary according to the contract you are on (or not on) at my school. At the main school the fee is minimal until Black Belt. At my school it is 45 bucks..keeping in mind that we only pay $50/month for classes.

Absolutely! I think some instructors don't give kids enough credit. They are perfectly capable of performing to the same physical standards as every one else!

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So you say!!

Are you a vegan, too? Thanks Yes, have been for about 5 years. Vegetarian before that since HS.

As a female I focus on my ability to "play with the boys". I figure I have to put my money where my mouth is if I am going to be a credible instructor. Since I am a small person (5'4 113 lbs) it is a real challenge so I focus on endurance and flexibility/speed. This faster I am and the longer I last gives me an advantage in many cases. I am realistic enough to know my limits though! Additionally, I tend to lean towards the -do aspects of my art and I think that this in itself enhances my training and performance.

25 minutes for the local school, 45 for the main school.

The concept of the Way is common in all eastern philosophy and yes even in Korea( -do in Korea means the same as -do in Japan). It is also possible to practice at bugei and budo at the same time.

Welcome fellow vegan...and martial artist! Isn't it great!!!!!!!

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Welcome! Denver native here...relocated to NY

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Laurie, Know any good jujitsu schools ? I'm game!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Pass a sake bowl....man I want to join your school!!!! LOL!!!!!

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University of Nevada at Reno. I studied medicine and criminal justice, and yes, martial arts too!

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