Belt Test

Bright and early on Saturday morning, we were there to set up for the belt test. Before long, Noah Colton arrived, with a slight cough, but looking confident and ready. He was testing for his orange belt, which meant that he would not only be performing all the yellow and orange belt requirements, but would also be sparring and perhaps grappling as part of his test.

Since he was the only one testing, things progressed quickly. He definitely knew his stuff, and he performed everything with power, intensity, and enthusiasm, despite our best efforts to wear him to a frazzle. Noah has shown a tremendous amount of progress since he started classes, and we can always count on him to work hard and take his training seriously.

There was never any question about his passing. He more than earned his orange belt.

It is exciting to see Noah continue his training. We know he's going to enjoy learning weapons, now that he's an orange belt, and we know he's really going to like chanbara. Orange belt is a very significant belt in our dojo. It signifies the transition from beginning student to intermediate student. Noah is certainly up for the exciting adventure and challenge ahead. We are eager to see him continue all the way to black belt and beyond.