mazzybear Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 Hi guys, My name is Marion and I practice Wado Ryu here in Scotland. I returned to Karate in April this year after leaving as a kid around 20 years ago (5th Kyu when i left) I started back as a rookie, but it's been a whirlwind year. I entered my first Kata competition in September and came away as national champion for 9th-7th Kyu, still in shock over it My Sensei subsequently promoted me from 8th-6th Kyu in recognition of my achievement, something which he's only done once before in his 44 years of teaching. I am hoping to sit my 5th Kyu before Christmas, so I'm training 3-4 times a week to catch up on the grade i missed. It's full on but I wouldn't have it any other way. Be water, my friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harkon72 Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 I did a similar transition from martial arts enthusiast to martial artist two years ago after a 6 year break. It's tough, but with the right Sensei, it's worth it. Good Luck! Look to the far mountain and see all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andym Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 Hello, welcome to the forum and congratulations on your achievements. If you believe in an ideal. You don't own it ; it owns you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tallgeese Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 Welcome to KF and welcome back to the arts! http://alphajiujitsu.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJhRVuwbm__LwXPvFMReMww Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wastelander Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 Welcome to the forum, welcome back to karate, and congratulations! Kishimoto-Di | 2014-Present | Sensei: Ulf KarlssonShorin-Ryu/Shinkoten Karate | 2010-Present: Yondan, Renshi | Sensei: Richard Poage (RIP), Jeff Allred (RIP)Shuri-Ryu | 2006-2010: Sankyu | Sensei: Joey Johnston, Joe Walker (RIP)Judo | 2007-2010: Gokyu | Sensei: Joe Walker (RIP), Ramon Rivera (RIP), Adrian RiveraIllinois Practical Karate | International Neoclassical Karate Kobudo Society Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 Welcome aboard, Marion. Patrick O'Keefe - KarateForums.com AdministratorHave a suggestion or a bit of feedback relating to KarateForums.com? Please contact me!KarateForums.com Articles - KarateForums.com Awards - Member of the Month - User Guidelines Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sensei8 Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 Welcome to KF!!!!!!!!! **Proof is on the floor!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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CredoTe Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 Welcome to KF! Look forward to your insight! Remember the Tii!In Life and Death, there is no tap-out... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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