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Tae Kwon Do Black Belt Essay

Kevin l. ryburn.

At nine years old, as a typical kid growing up in suburban Denver, I was exposed to martial arts like most kids, via movies and television. This primarily consisted of Chuck Norris and Bruce Lee movies: “Good Guys Wear Black”, “Lone Wolf McQuade”, “Enter the Dragon” and many others. My friends and I would have our parents drop us off at the local mall to eat fast food and watch one of these movies, as we fantasized about how great it would be do be able to do even a small portion of the things that our venerable heroes were able to do. Romantic notions and urban legends were spoken as fact about our hallowed gods.

However, unfortunately, I became sidetracked and didn’t pursue a martial arts career because we had other costumed heroes as well: the Denver Broncos, Philadelphia Phillies, Boston Bruins, Los Angeles Dodgers, Denver Nuggets and numerous others consumed our every waking thought. We went to school – which was considered a minor interruption in our athletic careers – to emulate these mythical figures on the playground. We played organized soccer, baseball, basketball and football with our friends. Tuesday and Thursday evenings were spent on the diamond, gridiron, and courts of the local schools improving our running, agility and shooting skills with the never-ending thought that one day soon, our inevitable path would lead us to athletic glory in the NBA, NHL, NFL or MLB. Actually, it was more than a dream; it was a foregone conclusion that we would one day play next to our heroes in professional sports; in other words, school was merely a distraction from our preparation for greatness.

Playing on recreational teams when you haven’t yet reached adolescence is quite a different matter from the ultra-cutthroat world associated with competitive sports teams in leagues and high school. What do you mean I have to “try-out” for the team? I was always the star of my team! This is about the time that reality hits you like a punch in the face. Hey! These other guys are good! Where did they come from? It is about this time that reality entered my life and I grasped the concept that I might not ever be a professional athlete (I now know that less than 1% of all student-athletes play professionally).

In high school, I played sports (soccer and football), but I was no longer the star of the team. I had officially been relegated to the unexceptional group of players that will never play beyond this threshold.

Anyway, I truly regret not pursuing martial arts as I know it would have helped me through some difficult situations in life. For example:

High school for me – as it likely is for most people – was a mixed bag of learning and preparing for college, meeting people, dating (or trying to), and being picked on. As a freshman, I was relatively small and there was one particular junior that seemed to take an unnatural interest in making my life miserable. His name was Jimmy and he was huge (and quite scary, to tell the truth). He would torment me in gym class, tackle me between classes in the hallways and drag me into the bathroom with the imminent threat of beating me up and countless other methods of menacing and intimidation. I spent my freshman and sophomore years terrified to walk down the halls and constantly checking to see if anyone was behind me. On one occasion, while playing in the gym during lunch, he actually showed up with a pair of handcuffs (yes, real police handcuffs), placed them on me and walked me out behind the gym. When he opened the door to the outside, there were at least seven (large, to me, at least), boys standing there. I stared in horror at these terrifying individuals unable to move as I was frozen in fear. “We’re going to kick your —!” I was unable to move; literally paralyzed with fright. They continued to stare at me, expecting to me do something (what exactly, I still don’t know to this day). I just stood there, unable to move, terrified beyond description.

After what seemed like hours (although it was probably more like a few minutes), these behemoths must have become bored with the whole situation, and they suddenly turned and left, calling me names as they did. Suddenly, it was just me and Jimmy, standing there staring at each other. Horrified at what might happen next, Jimmy suddenly turned and said, “You’re lucky, you little —–!” And with that, the entire episode was over, although it still haunts me to this day.

After attending college to study Civil Engineering, I started working as a Construction Engineer for the Colorado Department of Transportation in Denver. Being that construction is a testosterone-laden, masculine business as much as any other, there was quite a few instances of men attempting to physically intimidate me as a young (somewhat naïve) engineer of 23 years old. There were occasional slap-fights in construction offices, and I had more than one guy get right up in my face and stare me down – not only contractors, but coworkers as well – in an attempt to… Actually, I’m not quite sure to this day what they were trying to accomplish. Alpha-male psychology, I guess.

After participating in martial arts for the past three-plus years, I have really grown to love it. It combines everything I have been searching for my entire life: discipline and order, respect for elders (both age and rank), athletic ability, confidence and self-defense, all of which I could have used earlier in my life. So, my only regret is that I didn’t start doing this when I was nine when I was watching all of those Chuck Norris movies. I think I could have been a really great martial artist.

Now in my forties, with three kids and trying to keep them involved and allowing them to try new things, my daughter (Natalie) has tried baseball, swimming, dance, ballet, soccer, and several other activities, but she just couldn’t find the one that fit her personality. So, a few years ago, after she dropped-out of yet another activity, we were looking through the City of Lakewood activities book and my wife said to her, “Hey Natalie! Do you want to try Tae-Kwon-Do?” That was how it all began. Natalie went to a few months of classes (and so did I since I had to drive her) and then her questions started. “Dad? When are you going to do this with me?” I kept putting her off, thinking I’m too old, too out of shape, and any other excuse I could think of. The tipping point came when I finally realized that I have to sit through these classes (again, since I have to drive her), so I might as well do it to, since I’m going to be here anyway.

Since then, tae-kwon-do has, to put it simply, become part of our lives. We constantly talk about it. We are always discussing what happens in class, what might happen during the next class, our instructors, etc. Natalie and I both hate when we have to miss class for any reason. It has become woven into the fabric of our lives. It also has allowed me to do a tremendously fun activity with my daughter that we will share for the rest of our lives and to achieve the discipline, respect, and confidence that I have been searching for my entire life.

While I can’t say how long I will continue in tae kwon do, it is easy for me to say that I truly enjoy it and have no immediate plans to stop.

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2nd Degree Grading

The following cards show all things you need to demonstrate for your next grading.

It is assumed you can demonstrate everything from previous gradings.

Include material from previous gradings

Pattern - Saju Jirugi

Four direction punching

Pattern - Saju Makgi

Four direction blocking

Pattern - Chon-Ji

Chon-Ji means literally "the Heaven the Earth". It is, in the Orient, interpreted as the creation of the world or the beginning of human history, therefore, it is the initial pattern played by the beginner. This pattern consists of two similar parts; one to represent the Heaven and the other the Earth.

Pattern - Dan-Gun

Dan-Gun is named after the holy Dan-Gun, the legendary founder of Korea in the year 2,333 B.C.

Pattern - Do-San

Do-San is the pseudonym of the patriot Ahn Chang-Ho (1876-1938) The 24 movements represent his entire life which he devoted to furthering the education of Korea and its independence movement.

Pattern - Won-Hyo

Won-Hyo was the noted monk who introduced Buddhism to the Silla Dynasty in the year 686 A.D.

Pattern - Yul-Gok

Yul-Gok is the pseudonym of the great philospher and teacher Yi I (1536-1584). He was nicknamed the "Confucius of Korea". The 38 movements of this pattern refer to his birthplace on the 38 degree latitude and the diagram represents "scholar".

Pattern - Joong-Gun

Joong-Gun is named after the patriot Ahn Joong-Gun who assassinated Hiro-Bumi Ito, the first Japanese governor-general of Korea, known as the man who played a leading part in the Korea-Japan Merger. There are 32 movements in this pattern to represent Mr Ahn's age when he was executed at Lui-Shing prison (1910).

Pattern - Toi-Gye

Toi-Gye is the pen name of the noted scholar Yi Hwang (16th century), an authority on neo-Confucianism. The 37 movements of the pattern refer to his birthplace on 37 degree latitude and the diagram represents "scholar".

Pattern - Hwa-Rang

Hwa-Rang is named after the Hwa-Rang youth group that originated in the Silla dynasty in the early 7th century. The 29 movements refer to the 29th Infantry Division, where Taekwon-Do developed into maturity.here Taekwon-Do developed into maturity.

Pattern - Choong-Moo

Choong-Moo was the name given to the great Admiral Yi Soon-Sin of the Yi Dynasty. He was reputed to have invented the first armoured battleship (Kobukson) in 1592, which is said to have been the precursor of the present day submarine. The reason why this pattern ends with a left-hand attack is to symbolize his regrettable death, having no chance to show his unrestrained potentiality checked by the forced reservation of his loyalty to the king.

Pattern - Kwang-Gae

Kwang-Gae is named after the famous Kwang-Gae-Toh-Wang, the 19th King of the Koguryo dynasty, who regained all the lost territories including the greater part of Manchuria. The diagram represents the expansion and recovery of the lost territory. The 39 movements refer to the first two figures of 391 A.D., the year he came to the throne.

Pattern - Po-Eun

Po-Eun is the pseudonym of a loyal subject Chong Mong-Chu (1400) who was a famous poet and whose poem "I would not serve a second master though I might be crucified a hundred times" is known to every Korean. He was also a pioneer in the field of physics. The diagram represents his unerring loyalty to the king and country towards the end of the Koryo Dynasty.

Pattern - Ge-Baek

Ge-Baek is named after Ge-Baek, a great general in the Baek Je Dynasty (660 A.D.). The pattern represents his severe and strict military discipline.

Pattern - Eui-Am

Eui-Am is the pseudonym of Son Byong Hi, the leader of the Korean independence movement on 1st March 1919. The 45 movements refer to his age when he changed the name of Dong Hak (Oriental Culture) to Chondo Kyo (Heavenly Way Religeon) in 1905. The diagram represents his indomitable spirit displayed whilst dedicating himself to the prosperity of his nation.

Pattern - Choong-Jang

Choong-Jang is the pseudonym given to General Kim Duk Ryang who lived during the Yi Dynasty, 14th Century. This pattern ends with a left-hand attack to symbolise the tragedy of his death at 27 in prison before he was able to reach full maturity.

Pattern - Juche

Juche is the philosopical idea that man is the master of everything and decides everything, in other words, the idea that man is the masterof the world. It is said that this idea was rooted on the Baekdu Mountain that symbolises the spirit of the Korean people. The diagram represents the Baekdu Mountain.

The Founder Of Taekwon-Do, General Choi Hong Hi, 9th Degree Black Belt.

Taekwon-Do is a Korean martial art.

Taekwon-Do literally means ‘Foot Hand Art’ - The art of hand and foot fighting.

Taekwon-Do was founded on 11th April 1955.

ITF - International Taekwon-Do Federation.

Tenents Of Taekwon-Do

• Perseverance
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TaeKwonDo 2nd Dan Black Belt Essay

Some personal progress that I can share over this past crazy year - I’m taking the opportunity to test for my next Black Belt. As part of the examination requirements we are to write and present an essay. The topic: What does it mean to be a Black Belt?

At this point, my black belt represents the expectation of proficiency in the fundamental set of athletic skills and techniques. An emphasis on the standard proficiency because I am reminded again and again of what I must continually refine as I observe lower belts demonstrate control and attention to detail over their movements. Another example is getting my butt sorely handed to me while sparring with Andrei and other fellow students. The journey up to my first Dan Black Belt involved the physical skills I acquired but also needed to further refine for mastery. Beyond the flashy techniques, bragging rights in the schoolyard, and accolade to list on university applications, a Black Belt in an accredited Martial Arts truly represents growth in character. I ask myself, why would anyone go back to training once they’ve reached their goal?

My earliest memory of Taekwondo was my first promotion test from white belt to yellow stripe. I remembered my younger and much smaller self making weak and awkward push kick attempts to break a board as children aren’t yet fully aware of their body. I tried relentlessly to break that board, there was even a moment where I ran over to my mom for a quick water break. Thankfully, I am here today which means that I eventually did break that board! Every student here who passed their promotion tests has built up that perseverance and grit to stick to their practice day in and day out - I believe this is the most important mindset to take away from Taekwondo. You would be surprised at the number of young adults around me who have never faced reality, practiced a craft or anything difficult in their life over a long period of time. Given their naivety and flawed view of reality. Of course, I’m not the greatest example myself. Since then, not counting my 15 year long hiatus, I have been training in Taekwondo and other forms of Martial Arts for roughly 5 years. Although this belt signifies a tangible achievement, there are still many more ways for me to develop. I am glad I chose not to give up breaking that board – to me, it represents progression and moving forward, no matter the difficulty and how long it takes.

Joe Rogan once described seeing two kinds of reactions from beginners in Jiu Jitsu. The first type, after being thoroughly defeated had their egos bruised, and as a result, never showed up again. The second type of beginners show an eagerness to continue and learn from their mistakes. That is the essence of a healthy ‘white-belt’ mentality. Just because I am a black belt does not mean I should develop an ego. Instead, each mistake and every moment of defeat is a reminder to put myself in place. Black belts understand the importance of failure. Even at this level, I want to maintain a humble and grounded perspective that I only understood and gained through training and practice.

Upon my return to Taekwondo, I was to relearn all the Tae-Geuk patterns once again. During one class I was practicing Tae Geuk Yook Jang and Master Young asked Instructor Ryan to teach me. I admit, I had a weird pre-disposition of learning from someone who was younger than me. However, I do understand that in Taekwondo he is my senior and that over his Taekwondo career Master Young recognizes his potential to be a teacher. That being said, it is always a positive experience being taught by Ryan. You have the true qualities of a good teacher and leader.

Through these positive interactions, I learned that I should conduct myself in a way in which I can learn from anyone when interacting and listening to them. I bet that some of our fellow black belts improved even more at Taekwondo once they were bestowed with the duties of mentorship and teaching. Along with the growth from mentoring others, another indicator of competency in our sport is how we practice independently. This is quite apparent when comparing lower belts to higher belts in regards to how they conduct themselves before class, during class, and outside of class. We are expected to warm up and practice on our own time – this takes self-discipline, personal responsibility and autonomy to do. I think a lot about self-discipline, but given the tangible goal of a promotion it is an external factor for us to practice. As the time between promotions such as black belt promotions take longer, it increasingly becomes more difficult to motivate ourselves to practice. Along the way, however, a black belt accepts the process and continues practicing. Thus, we eventually develop the mindset of practicing not for a goal but simply for the sake of the practicing.

The superficial image of a black belt is a strong, fierce, and headstrong person who seeks out fights. There are aspects to this assumption that I find admirable, but we also know the repercussions letting this aggression and ego go too far. In reality, a black belt must have self-control and restraint. Normally you wouldn’t be able to tell whether some man or woman walking on the street is actually a Martial Artist without their uniform on. Part of the training and humbleness is cultivating a ferocity that can be tamed. I’ve observed how modern-day society puts an emphasis on sanitizing the environment around us rather than toughening up the individual. Reality can hit us hard and we have limited control over the external environment, but we what we do have control over is ourselves. Therefore, I believe Taekwondo training is also what molds us into functional citizens of society. We hold ourselves to the highest standards. We must be tolerant with the shortcomings of others, but strict with ourselves. This relates to my prior thoughts of how humbleness became engrained into us as we are continuously beaten up by constant practice and learning from our mistakes. Suppose we have two characters in a story: A gardener in a warzone and a soldier tending to his garden. Who would you like to be?

The second Dan also comes with the expectation to be a role model. Especially at my age, that is what I should be ready to take on. As a mentor to the junior belts, I will work on my communication and soft skills, take more initiative to run drills, and take care of our common space. Those are reminders that I still have more to learn but thankfully I know I can depend on my fellow dojang students and Master to learn and grow with. Lastly, this acknowledgement of continued growth exemplifies a growth mindset. This isn’t exclusive to a black belt, nor lower belts, but to any vocation. Fortunately, we had this mindset instilled in us earlier on. In conclusion, after mastering the technical skills of Taekwondo I must take the opportunities available to me to expand on these soft skills to be a reliable mentor and role model. There are many more traits of being a Black Belt, and I am still a work in progress, but this next belt is physical evidence of my personal progress.

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essay: Ee Dan Essay, Soo Bahk Do

by Larry · January 2, 2007

This is my 2nd degree black belt essay for Soo Bahk Do, written in March, 2004. The first part discusses the Dan Bon (which is the Soo Bahk Do Dan /Black Belt identification number) and tradition; the second part theorizes about Chi/Qi being more concerned with quantum theory than biolectricity.

One of the things that I enjoy most about Soo Bahk Do and the martial arts is the interesting dichotomy of time. On the one hand, knowledge and tradition have been handed down through the ages, by means such as the Moo Yei Do Bo Tong Ji and such as our method of connection through Dan Bon numbers, representing hundreds if not thousands of years of time. On the other side, the focus on energy and action in a single point in time and space is a goal of our practice and art, representing an assuredly quantum level of time. This implies extremely focused Shim Gung, mental clarity and precision of action.

My Dan Bon signifies the connection through me back to all of the instructors and students who have come before me, and who have trained and in some ways improved this martial art. My personal Soo Bahk Do heritage goes through my direct instructor, Sa Bom Nim Bill Milberger , to his instructor, Sa Bom Nim Brian Wilbourn, to his instructor, Sa Bom Nim Seiberlich and to the late Grand Master. But the linkage does not stop there. Through the Grand Master�s studies of the ancient martial arts texts, my Dan Bon links me through hundreds of years of teachings and trainings.

This linkage is best demonstrated in forms which have not been written down in our instruction books (yet!), and are passed down through instructor demonstrations and teachings. Learning Chil Sung Sa Ro Hyung by watching Sa Bom Nim demonstrate it, and through asking questions, must surely be parallel to the way martial artists learned forms many year ago (at least similar to the method used by Dan members and candidates before 1992, when the Volume 2 instruction book of advanced forms was published).

I meditate at times on why, if forms and the art itself have been passed down verbally or visually through many years, that the art has not had more changes, or more evolution. The concept of Ryu Pa , meaning style, flows down divided naturally is a concept that the Grand Master speaks of in a positive light in our Volume 1 textbook; but natural divisions of style are different than personal evolutions through verbal and visual teaching. My sense is that the style has remained consistent because there truly is a right way to perform the art; that, though when performed with the correct energy flow, and grace it may appear as an art, Soo Bahk Do is more science that art. The stances are done in a certain way because physics dictates that that certain way gives more power, or more speed. Movements are done in a certain way for similar reasons. Further, when the Dan practitioner performs the art in the manner dictated, the art feels correct to the practitioner, because the practitioners body is aligned and behaving based on the physics of the movements and the flow of the energies, that have been studied and included in the art for many centuries.

On my best training days, this concept of the art feeling correct helps me to learn the material in a personal way. I travel for business quite a bit, and find myself practicing and training in hotel rooms. Sometimes I lose the next move in a form, or a ho sin sool. On good days, just by remembering the basics, thinking it through and feeling it out, I can find the next move. My hope is that these good days come closer together as I train more (and quickly, to offset my memory which gets worse as I get older!!).

The Grand Master went to great lengths to document why these movements feel correct through not only study and research and training, but by also documenting in Volume 1 the physics of the movements. He shows, for example, the physics of why a back stance feels better when your weight is distributed mostly on your rear leg, and the center of gravity is a straight line at a 90 degree angle from the ground through your rear leg and upper body. They feel correct because it is the right way for the body to do them.

The other concept tied in with the Dan Bon is the concept of seniority (and with that seniority, respect) through the Moo Duk Kwan system. The seniority is somewhat military-like, in that belt level is somewhat equivalent to military rank. But the Dan Bon system takes it beyond that. A lower Dan Bon means that practitioner has been involved (and hopefully, active) in the Moo Duk Kwan system for longer than you. Although somewhat trite, the concept of been there, done that can be applied�.Dan�s with lower Dan Bon have usually been through what you are going through in your study, training and practice, and should be accorded the respect due to someone who has already done what you are trying to do.

The Dan Bon is the linkage to all of these practitioners�.to the ancient Korean martial artists through the studies of the Grand Master�to the northern and southern Chinese martial arts styles that he studied and practices…and to all of the future Dan members. It is one of the main traditions that tie our school and style together through time.

Optional Reading :

My apologies in advance to the readers of this essay for its wordiness. The following section does not tie directly to the assigned subject of the Dan Bon. As I stated in the opening paragraph, the dichotomy of the tradition through history of our style (linked through our Dan Bons) and the single point in time focus of our action surely must be related.

Through my studies (mostly reading, but some through training), I am trying to understand the linkage between Shim Gung/Neh Gung, and the concept of Ki/Qi (connected to the breath but surely controlled by the mind and spirit). Control and focus of action and energy at a single point in time and space is one of the goals and benefits of training in shim gung, neh gung and weh gung. Though I do not yet have any experiential data on Ki, it seems logical that the focus of energy and breath through the mind implies Ki.

Though not a physicist by profession, one of my college degrees is in physics. I often try to put difficult concepts in those terms. In some texts, Ki is described as control of bioelectrics, similar to those people who can control their body and bioelectric feedback mechanisms. But how does this relate to the breath? How does it relate to the mind, or the action of moving the location of your mind to the Hu Ri, where energy is stored?

Through my reading, current quantum mechanical theory is a more logical candidate for the physical description of Ki. The current theory, which is somewhat unifying the split between quantum theorists and gravitation/relativistic mechanics, is string theory. This theory states that objects called strings, not quarks or atoms, are the basic building blocks of the universe. And the different measurable sub atomic particles have different measurable characteristics (such as mass and energy) due to the vibration (or speed of vibration) of these strings.

The strings of string theory are not measurable with current equipment, leading some non-theorists to doubt their existence. Thus far, the energy of Ki/Qi has not been measurable either, leading to the same type of doubts. Though neither can be proven, I would like to speculate as to whether the two are related. As the object of Ki training (or Qigong) is control of the Ki, which is energy, couldn�t this be the control of the vibration of the strings? As bioelectric feedback implies a strong level of control by a person of functions of their body, couldn�t Ki be control at the sub atomic string level? It would not only explain why Ki is not measurable, it would also explain the power of Ki (and might also explain why it is so difficult to master).

String theory, and its successor M-Theory (which predicts more different types of strings) is being touted as a unified theory of physics. Though it is speculative on my part, and currently unmeasureable, there are some strong parallels which beg further research.

Respectfully,

Larry Ketchersid

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Karate Black Belt Essay Examples: A Comprehensive Guide

Becoming a black belt in karate is a significant achievement that requires a lot of dedication and hard work. The journey towards obtaining a black belt in karate can be long and challenging, but it is one that provides individuals with a lot of benefits. To achieve a black belt in karate, one of the requirements is to write a black belt essay. In this article, we’ll look at what a black belt essay is and provide some examples to help you craft a compelling essay.

What is a Karate Black Belt Essay?

A black belt essay is a written piece that outlines an individual’s journey towards obtaining a black belt in karate. In most cases, a black belt essay is a reflection on what an individual has learned in their journey towards becoming a black belt. It’s an opportunity for individuals to share their experiences, lessons learned, and the impact karate has had on their lives. Writing a black belt essay is not only a requirement for obtaining a black belt, but it’s also a chance to showcase an individual’s growth, hard work, and dedication.

What Should You Include in Your Black Belt Essay?

When writing a black belt essay, there are several things you should include to make it comprehensive and reflective of your journey. Some of these include:

1. Introduction:

You should start your essay with an introduction that explains what you’ll be covering in your essay. The introduction should be brief but should give the reader an idea of what they can expect to learn from reading your essay.

2. Background Information:

Provide some background information about yourself and your journey towards becoming a black belt. You can talk about why you decided to start training in karate and how you’ve progressed over the years.

3. Challenges and Obstacles:

Discuss some of the challenges and obstacles you’ve faced during your training. Be honest and reflective about the struggles you’ve encountered and how you’ve overcome them.

4. Lessons Learned:

Reflect on the lessons you’ve learned during your journey towards becoming a black belt. Talk about how karate has impacted your life and the skills you’ve developed through your training.

5. Personal Growth:

Discuss how your journey towards becoming a black belt has helped you grow as an individual. Talk about how you’ve developed discipline, focus, and perseverance through your training.

A karate black belt essay is a written composition that serves as one of the components of the black belt grading process. The essay provides an opportunity for the student to reflect on their martial arts journey, showcase their understanding of karate principles, and articulate how their experiences in training have shaped them into the person they are today. The essay is typically between 500 to 1000 words and is a critical element in the black belt grading process.

Why Write a Karate Black Belt Essay?

Karate is not just a physical activity but also a philosophical one. Writing the essay is often considered one of the most challenging aspects of the black belt grading process. But, it is crucial because it allows the student to demonstrate their understanding of the principles and concepts of karate they have learned throughout their training. It is also an excellent opportunity for the student to express themselves and convey how karate has impacted their life beyond the physical training.

What Should Be Included in a Karate Black Belt Essay?

The content of a karate black belt essay can vary, depending on the student’s approach. However, in general, it should include:

A Personal Introduction

The introduction should give a little bit of background about the student, their journey in karate, and how they got into martial arts.

A Description of the Journey

The student should describe their karate journey and how they have developed techniques and skills over time. They should also mention the challenges they have faced and how they have overcome them.

Philosophy and Knowledge of Karate

The essay should demonstrate the student’s understanding of karate’s principles and concepts. They should explain the philosophy behind the art and how it has changed their perspective on life. There should also be a discussion of the mental and spiritual benefits they have gained from their training.

If you’re pursuing a black belt in karate, congratulations are in order! You’ve already put in years of practice, dedication, and hard work to reach this level. However, before you can be awarded the coveted black belt, you’ll need to write an essay that reflects your understanding of karate, your personal journey, and your commitment to the martial arts. Here’s how to write a winning karate black belt essay.

Step 1: Understand the Essay Guidelines

Before you start writing, make sure you understand the guidelines for your karate school. These guidelines will typically explain the length of the essay, the topics you should cover, and any formatting requirements. Be sure to read and follow the guidelines carefully to ensure your essay meets the requirements.

Step 2: Brainstorm Your Ideas

Start by brainstorming ideas for your essay. Think about your personal journey in karate, the lessons you’ve learned, and the challenges you’ve faced. Consider how karate has impacted your life outside of the dojo and what goals you have for your future in martial arts.

Step 3: Develop a Strong Introduction

Your introduction should grab your reader’s attention and provide a preview of what your essay will cover. Consider starting with a quote, a personal anecdote, or a powerful statement about your martial arts journey.

Step 4: Organize Your Thoughts

Once you have your ideas, you’ll need to organize them into a coherent essay. Consider outlining your essay with headings for each major section, such as „My Journey in Karate,“ „What Karate Means to Me,“ and „My Goals for the Future.“ Use specific examples and anecdotes to support your points.

Step 5: Write the Body of the Essay

In the body of your essay, expand on your ideas and experiences. Be sure to include details that illustrate your points and provide context for your reader. Remember to stay focused on the topics outlined in the guidelines.

Step 6: Conclude with a Powerful Statement

Your conclusion should summarize your essay and leave a lasting impression on your reader. Consider including a thought-provoking statement or a call to action for other martial arts students.

Step 7: Review and Revise Your Essay

Once you’ve finished writing your essay, take some time to review and revise it. Check for spelling and grammar errors, and make sure your essay flows logically. Consider showing your essay to your instructor or mentor for feedback.

Step 8: Submit Your Essay with Confidence

When you’re satisfied with your essay, submit it with confidence. Remember, your essay is a reflection of your dedication to karate and the values it represents. With a well-written essay, you’ll be one step closer to achieving your black belt.

Writing a karate black belt essay requires thought, effort, and dedication. By following these steps and writing a thoughtful, well-organized essay, you’ll be able to showcase your understanding of karate and reflect on your personal journey. Good luck!

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Black Belt (2nd Dan)

Black Belt (2nd Dan):

Same requirements as 1st Dan Black Belt with the following additions:

Forms:   IL , Ee , Sam , Sa , O , Yuk , Chil , Pal , Koryo , Keum-Gang

1. Minimum time-in-grade of 2 years. Student must be actively and regularly involved in classes for the entire 2 years.

2. While tournament competition is not required, tournament participation is expected. Contribution to the tournament can be as a competitor, official or both. A minimum of 2 tournaments a year is expected.  You are required to take the AAU Official’s Certification Clinic.

3. Chose an area of martial arts in which you would like to become an expert. While you will not be expected to become an expert in your selected choice in 2 years, you must have made a choice and outlined how you will achieve your goal. Some suggestions for possible choice are listed below:

a. Weapons. While you may chose any weapon you want, I feel the Bo or staff is the best weapon to learn as this is a weapon that can be carried and  used legally anywhere (ie., a broom, pool cue, cane, etc). Knowledge should include history of weapon, care of weapon, use of weapon in self defenses, and at least one form using weapon.

b. Martial Arts History. This would include a complete history of martial arts, but with emphasis on Tae Kwon Do. Besides past history, you would be expected to keep abreast of the current history of Tae Kwon Do.

c. Korean Language. This would mainly include the Korean terminology for all of the techniques. It would also include common Korean phrases such as counting, sparring terms, and common courtesy phrases such as hello, thank you, nice to meet you, etc. Also etiquette courtesies such as bowing, shaking hands, etc.

d. Refereeing. This would require being certified in the AAU and officiating at least at two events.

e. Coaching. This would involve being certified in the AAU officials program.  You would coach not only our students, but be available on the floor all day for other competitors who do not have a coach. It  would also require taking a coaches course such as AAU or reading coaching books to advice others how to be a  good coach.

f. Musical forms. This would involve going to Karate tournaments that have musical forms competitions to develop and idea of what it takes to create a great musical form. You would be expected to create at least 2 musical forms and compete with at least one of them at a tournament or demonstration.

g. Learn another martial art. This would involve either taking instruction under another style or reading books and watching videos to learn the style. Possible choices would be Tai Chi, Yoga, Aikido, Judo, etc.

h. Develop a children’s program. Develop warm-ups, games, drills, and self-defenses just for kids. When perfected you would be expected to start a kids program at the center.

i. Become active in the AAU program at the national level. This would involve taking a position at the local level and attending national events such as the convention. This would involve taking an active role in the political aspect of the program.

j. If you are an over-achiever, you can choose more than one area as your area of expertise. You are not limited to the suggestions above. If you have another area you would like to develop as your area of expertise, it must first be approved.

5. Submit an essay with your request to test for 2 nd  Dan.

a. History of events attended as 1 st  Dan

b. Outline your progress on choosing your area of expertise

c. What has it meant to you to be a 1 st  Dan

d. What are your goals for the next 3 years

e. What is your favorite part of the weekly classes and what is your least favorite part and why.

f. So many people who make it to Black Belt drop out soon after achieving their 1 st  Dan. What kept you involved?

6. You will be required to take a test. Your age will determine whether the test concentrates on being more physical or mental.  The test will consist of Techniques, Forms 1-10, 45 Timing Drills and 100 Self Defenses, as well as several questions about teaching techniques, etc.  The test will also require 4 board breaks (sign of cross).   The age break is up to age 30, the test will be mostly physical. From age 31 – 45, the test will be a combination of physical and mental. After age 45, the test will be partly physical, but mostly mental. Mental situations would include how to handle certain class situations or students, explain certain techniques, give a brief seminar on something pertaining to martial arts, etc. If you choose to do a physical test after age 45 and you are testing with younger students, you will not be required to do the same amount of techniques.

How to Write a Black Belt Essay

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What to Write On Your Black Belt Essay

Introduction

Becoming a black belt requires one to be very perseverance and work tirelessly. A lot of physical training and use of mental strength is required. After several years of dedication to martial arts is when these ch aracteristics display themselves. When writing black belt essay, factors to put in consideration are issues like who helped you achieve those goals and the experiences that you got and what it meant to you. Black belt essay need to written with an open mind which is genuine and reflective showing what has brought you to the achievement that you are in presently. 

Factors to consider when writing a black belt essay

• Outline your martial art journey and brainstorm on it.  How you came to find master after going through mental and physical challenges and the lessons that you have learned from all that. Throughout your essay you will be required to revolve around such questions indicating meaningful points in your journey.
• Seek sample of black belt essay candidate which may have been written by other students, take a look of how others have written their black belt essay.
• Start up by writing an introduction paragraph which forms up the central part of your essay. Show your passion and excitement on being a black belt candidate.  This can be displayed well by checking out the changes in yourself as from when you started martial arts.
• The most information that is discussed in the body of your essay is physical and mental accomplishments. In a clear manner express the mental goals that are vital in helping you become a black belt candidate.  Do not concentrate more on displaying the challenges that you went through or how you assisted someone to succeed.
• At the conclusion section is where you express your gratitude on anyone that assisted you in that. Discuss the lesson learnt and the future goals that you may be having on martial arts in future. Create a strong impression at the conclusion part that will impress your reader.
• Finally is to checkout your essay correct errors and mistakes see to it that your work is neat and the sentences are concise. Look for a second person to read out your black belt essay for you.

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Black Belt: What It Is and What It Takes by Nathan

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Nathan is a provisional black belt candidate for 1st degree. Here’s his black belt essay, exploring what black belt means to him.

I really love this essay, and I love that Nathan is such a strong example for his kids and for other students in our school. I took the liberty of highlighting a couple quotes that really resonated with me. Enjoy!

“Black Belt: What It Is and What It Takes” by Nathan

The goal of reaching black belt has been no small task and one that NWSMA does not take lightly. For this, I am grateful. I feel to wear a black belt, it should mean something both to the wearer of the belt and to those around them. A black belt should never be a stop along one’s path in life, but rather a continuous road in itself, a life long attitude of learning, humility and challenge.

The training at NWSMA has been just this. It has been intense, focused and very, very fruitful to me personally. I have gained so much understanding, strength, and growth from my time with them both in the martial arts and outside it, that it’s hard to describe concisely all the benefits. However, what black belt truly means for me, now, is the same as what it meant to me when I started this journey about 5 years ago with my children. Black belt, to me, means family.

As a pastor in full time ministry, my time is precious and my time with my family has become priceless. Because of this, I knew I wanted something, a place, outside of the church where we could be together, learn together, grow together.

For our family, martial arts at NWSMA has been that place. Originally intending to just sit on the sidelines and watch my kids, I found myself drawn in by the opportunity to connect with my kids on a deeper level. Not only have I been there for every kick and form, encouraging them when they were challenged and cheering them on when they succeeded, but they have been able to do that for me as well.

Where otherwise our normal worlds of work and school, and the challenges we face in these environments, are often totally disconnected from each other, martial arts has allowed my kids to see how their father reacts to the same moments they face. It has given me the chance to model for them patience, diligence, commitment to growth and moments of humility. Sometimes doing it well, sometimes not doing it well at all. As they have watched me change from the same moments they do, it has allowed us to talk about them and grow from them together. It’s one thing to tell your kids what the right thing to do is, it’s another thing for your kids to see you try to do it yourself. Martial Arts at NWSMA has been one of those rare opportunities to live real life with my kids, unfiltered, with all it’s ups and downs, but do it together, where I still have a chance to help them along their way.

Black belt has also meant having an “extended family” of instructors and friends who have been committed to many of the same values that I seek to instill in my own family. As they work to grow in their own lives, our family has been able to grow along side of them, facing challenges together, loss together and victories together. It has given my kids a whole community of positive association to learn from, where I don’t have to worry about what kind of influence they are receiving.

I’m convinced that life is always lived better when you can do it in a team setting. The journey to black belt at NWSMA has been an invaluable piece to making that happen for my family and I.

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