We are always proud of students who’s dedication and consistent training gets them to the advanced levels. This testing session was particularly special as we had 3 black belt candidates.
In addition to the testing on the day the black belt candidates had to produce an essay on the history and development of kickboxing. Sifu Dan was also given a special challenge of completing a 15 mile run.
When they advanced grading candidates arrived on the testing day they immediately go stuck into the fitness test; 9 exercises each done for 2 minutes including squats, press ups and everyone’s favorite burpees. All the candidates put in a great effort and recorded some impressive scores.
The next phase of the testing was a technical assessment including pad work striking drills, trapping and wing chun dummy. TMA instructors worked through the syllabus with the candidates and provided a written assessment of the students strengths and weaknesses.
After a short break for the students to catch their breath and refuel we moved on to the final challenge which was a grueling 50 rounds of sparring. At this point we would like to thank everyone who came and volunteered to take part in the sparring.
We were pleased with the technical skills and mutual respect shown by all participants. Keep in mind that the 50 rounds of sparring takes around 2 hours with no breaks allowed so this is a challenge of endurance and willpower.
Congratulations to everyone who passed the test and earned a new belt.
- Serous Mazaheri green belt kickboxing
- John Kuchar green belt kickboxing
- Sarah Reynolds green belt kickboxing
- Dan Parsons black belt kickboxing
- Brandon Arnold black belt kickboxing
- Alethia Reid blackbelt kickboxing
- Alan Brassington blue belt muay thai
- Paul Kurnyta green belt jun fan
- Gordon Croft green belt jun fan
