First Black Belt

[Sensei Tom OBrien]

I finally have someone who made it all the way to black belt after doing this for almost 30 yrs. Steve really deserves his Shodan. He has been putting up with me for 7&1/2 yrs. Steve is only 16 yrs. old but he is mature beyond his years. He can hold his own against the men. He has competed against black belts in the last 3 tournaments. Steve won a bronze medal in the AAU State Championships. He is consistent and never misses class. I am proud to have him as my first black belt.

Thanks,

Sensei Tom

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[bushido_man96]

That is great, Tom. Congratulations! You must be very proud?

[french fri25]

wow. thats great dude. he sounds like a very loyal student.

we dont have any black belts at our school either; it must feel great to have an assistant instructor by your side now.

[Chuilli, Kyo Sah Nim]

Congrats, what a milestone!

[Shotokan-kez]

Thats brillaiant, bet your very proud and i bet he is too!

[gamedweeb]

Congrats man!

[Sensei Rick]

Tom, I am proud for you too, that is the greatest accomplishment ever!! One never truly understands their own black belt untill they try make someone else a black belt.

let this inspire you and keep that momentum going.

osu!!!!!

[strangepair03]

Outstanding!!!!! A well deserved promotion.

[Patrick]

Congrats.

[Sensei Tom OBrien]

Thanks guys. I posted some pictures of Steve in the photo albums. He really is a great martial artist and human being. I can't tell you how happy & proud I am after all these years.

Thanks Again,

Sensei Tom