Well, after 3 and a half years of hard training (including 6 intensive months of Boot Camp) I passed my third and final test yesterday for my first degree Black Belt!
And here we are on the right. Yes, that is a bit of blood near the collar of my shirt from sparring (mashed nose and no tissues in sight, you know…), those are bruised shins and I am completely soaked with sweat (along with some mud from outdoor drills and runs in the rain), and that’s one hell of a training partner standing next to me, Mr. Kurt Cederholm.
I was truly blessed with the best group of comrades and instructors who made this part of the journey so rewarding and fulfilling. It was a long trip with tons of surprises and challenges — and I wouldn’t change a damn minute of it.
All’s been quiet on the blog front as I’ve been focusing all of my attention on getting ready to do my very best on the test. Now that it’s behind me I can rest, heal, and reflect. Then it’ll be time to set my sights on the next big goal.
Stay tuned! Lots more to come.
Congratulations!
Thank you!
congratulations.
I have just read through your whole blog – it has been very informative – I am considering starting Krav Maga but am worried about my age and lack of fitness – so thank you for taking the time to record your journey.
Thank you! Glad it helped. Keep us posted on your journey.