hammer Posted August 7, 2014 Posted August 7, 2014 In a new style.Knew that Sempai was going to test a few of us at some point but I didn't know until after a basic warm-up at last night's class. PT tests went well, better than I expected. Kihon was fine except for a few times when I rushed and got confused on the techniques. Was reminded to focus on breathing which helped a lot. Kata was fine as well except for a few confusing moments on terminology which had me starting on the wrong side. Funny how one can even get tripped up on basic kata...Didn't get to kumite but we had done some more spirited rounds a few weeks ago.All good though, looking forward to learning some new kata and other "stuff".
jaypo Posted August 7, 2014 Posted August 7, 2014 Congrats! Keep up the good work! Seek Perfection of CharacterBe FaithfulEndeavorRespect othersRefrain from violent behavior.
Zaine Posted August 8, 2014 Posted August 8, 2014 Congrats! Martial arts training is 30% classroom training, 70% solo training.https://www.instagram.com/nordic_karate/
wagnerk Posted August 8, 2014 Posted August 8, 2014 Cool, sounds good Tang Soo Do: 3rd Dan '18Shotokan Karate: 2nd Dan '04
Patrick Posted August 8, 2014 Posted August 8, 2014 Congrats hammer. Patrick 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
hammer Posted August 8, 2014 Author Posted August 8, 2014 Thanks everyone...this certainly wasn't my first MA belt promotion but the bar is definitely set higher here than in my previous school. Makes the promotions more worthwhile.
Nidan Melbourne Posted September 4, 2014 Posted September 4, 2014 Thanks everyone...this certainly wasn't my first MA belt promotion but the bar is definitely set higher here than in my previous school. Makes the promotions more worthwhile.At least it will make you better in the long run
Hawkmoon Posted September 4, 2014 Posted September 4, 2014 Well done hammer! !Which system was the test for? “A human life gains luster and strength only when it is polished and tempered.”Sosai Masutatsu Oyama (1923 - 1994) Founder of Kyokushin Karate.
hammer Posted September 4, 2014 Author Posted September 4, 2014 Kyokushin.Learned new kata, Pinan Sono Ichi. Going to take some time to get Shuto Mawashi Uke right on that...
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