Over the course of many years of training, that belt became darker with sweat, dirt and blood until eventually it was black in color. As decades go by, the wear and tear on the belt would cause it to fray, the fibers breaking apart. Eventually, the black belt becomes white again, sy...
Hwarang Tigers Taekwondo is a perfect example of a "McDojo." McDojos are dojos that only care about the money. They hand out black belts in a short period of time for a hefty price by forcibly passing you even if you do not know any of the material. the Promotion Test for all bel...
Yet, on various forums, many agree thatstudents in Japan (and in Asia) become first-degree black belt significantly quickerthan in other countries. The reason for this is possibly the western notion that black belts are masters, and that it should be an exclusive privilege. So, to adapt to...
In my years as a Karate teacher and coach, growing up in a martial arts family myself, I’ve witnessed too many talented kids get their enthusiasm sucked dry by well-meaning parents who unknowingly treat their kids as human bricks in a game of parental glory. ...