Aodhan Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 Once I got my fourth degree, I took a year off. First class back last year I ruptured my Achilles tendon, so I had another year off for surgery and rehab. Been back in the dojangh training since early August, and had my first competition back on Saturday.4th/5th degrees, men 40-49 was my ring. Consists of a friend I've trained with for years, another 4th degree, myself and my instructor (5th about to test for 6th).Ended up beating my friend 5-4 in the first round, and lost 5-2 to my instructor in the final round. However, I did get a VERY nice twist kick to his chin (Twisted his helmet around! ) for my only two points.Ganked up my bo staff form somewhat, ended up 3rd in that, 2nd in the forms competition (Again to my instructor), and 3rd in Combat bangh mangh ee (Basically stick sparring with padded sticks) in my first time ever competing at it. (Lost to my instructor, I'm sensing a theme here!)Felt great to be back in the ring again! Next up on the agenda is a sword form for our creative division for the November tournament.John There are some people who live in a dream world, and there are some who face reality; and then there are those who turn one into the other.-Douglas Everett, American hockey player Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KyungYet Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 A) You did great, especially after a break and recuperation! And considering all the different events you spread yourself out over. Congratulations!B) I think it's really awesome that you lost to your master. You know? That he still competes and is still good enough to take you down. It seems inevitable that students outdo their masters, especially as they get older, but it's really an inspiration to me (and I can only assume to you, too!) to have someone to still look up to like that.KY If you practice weak, you become weak. If you practice strong, you become strong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushido_man96 Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 That's great that you've made it back into the ring! Its good to see you back here at KarateForums, as well, John. Where was the competition at? I still talk to my old instructor periodically by phone, and he has tested for 5th degree just a while back, and is doing pretty well. I could never beat him sparring, either. https://www.haysgym.comhttp://www.sunyis.com/https://www.aikidoofnorthwestkansas.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DWx Posted October 1, 2013 Share Posted October 1, 2013 Congrats Injuries suck but at least you did the smart thing and took some time off to let it heal. "Everything has its beauty, but not everyone sees it." ~ Confucius Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aodhan Posted October 1, 2013 Author Share Posted October 1, 2013 That's great that you've made it back into the ring! Its good to see you back here at KarateForums, as well, John. Where was the competition at? I still talk to my old instructor periodically by phone, and he has tested for 5th degree just a while back, and is doing pretty well. I could never beat him sparring, either.Here in Phoenix, ATA regional tournament this last weekend.John There are some people who live in a dream world, and there are some who face reality; and then there are those who turn one into the other.-Douglas Everett, American hockey player Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushido_man96 Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 That's great that you've made it back into the ring! Its good to see you back here at KarateForums, as well, John. Where was the competition at? I still talk to my old instructor periodically by phone, and he has tested for 5th degree just a while back, and is doing pretty well. I could never beat him sparring, either.Here in Phoenix, ATA regional tournament this last weekend.JohnVery cool. My former instructor is Tony Collett, and he is out of Colorado. Are you familiar with him? https://www.haysgym.comhttp://www.sunyis.com/https://www.aikidoofnorthwestkansas.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sensei8 Posted October 2, 2013 Share Posted October 2, 2013 That's great that you've made it back into the ring! Its good to see you back here at KarateForums, as well, John. Where was the competition at? I still talk to my old instructor periodically by phone, and he has tested for 5th degree just a while back, and is doing pretty well. I could never beat him sparring, either.I wholeheartedly concur with Brian!! Very rewarding to hear that you've returned. Felt great, huh? And yes, welcome back to KF as well!! **Proof is on the floor!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aodhan Posted October 2, 2013 Author Share Posted October 2, 2013 That's great that you've made it back into the ring! Its good to see you back here at KarateForums, as well, John. Where was the competition at? I still talk to my old instructor periodically by phone, and he has tested for 5th degree just a while back, and is doing pretty well. I could never beat him sparring, either.Here in Phoenix, ATA regional tournament this last weekend.JohnVery cool. My former instructor is Tony Collett, and he is out of Colorado. Are you familiar with him?Not directly, I believe he recently achieved 5th degree. Paragon martial arts, yes? With Stan Shields? I've taken "drop in" lessons there when I've been back to Co visiting my parents, but I don't recall Mr. Collett specifically.John There are some people who live in a dream world, and there are some who face reality; and then there are those who turn one into the other.-Douglas Everett, American hockey player Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushido_man96 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 Yes, he does work with Mr. Shields. I'm not sure what the name of the school is, though, but I think you are right. https://www.haysgym.comhttp://www.sunyis.com/https://www.aikidoofnorthwestkansas.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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