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SteelyJan
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What is your policy on a new student with a Black Belt , say a second dan starting at your school?Do they have to start as a white belt?
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Started this discussion. Last reply by David Porte Sep 2, 2011.
Plateauing!!!!!
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Kris McCullar Jan 14, 2011.
I think we have a spammer Wael....Who is this Lizzy Page????
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Daniel McCullar Apr 23, 2010.
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Latest Activity
SteelyJan posted a status"Enjoying some time out from Hapkido, weekend of art, eating drinking and hanging with my family. Next week: Warrior Weekend!"
SteelyJan commented on Wael's blog post First Female Kuk Sool Won Master, Nice Story"Thank you for sharing the story of this amazing woman! May she be an inspiration to all women martial artists! Of course it's nice to have a husband who trains with you...Great story!"
SteelyJan replied to Alex's discussion Learning outside of the dojang" Although I am not an official teacher yet, I have been training and cross training for 15 years. I think it is wise to complete your black belt in your chosen style or at least be almost there. ( some school it is a long er time than others)…"
SteelyJan posted a status"Survived my 7hr. black belt test! My energy was great! Now for my written test..the worst is over...hopefully!"
SteelyJan posted a status"okay , now I will try to go to sleep, have to get up at 2am,,,,martial arts mania...keep me in your thoughts..MUDO!"
SteelyJan posted a status"Good Morning All.. up at 4AM this morning to prepare for my black belt test which starts tomorrow at 4AM, getting ready for those am hrs."
SteelyJan posted a status"Found the best way to face pre-test jitters is to have a ginger/jalapeno margarita! Stress free!"
SteelyJan commented on Wael's blog post Worn Out"Now Wael,
I can't be hearing this from you! You are always encouraging me! Being a great martial artist doesn't mean you will be a great teacher...a loving and concerned teacher who can explain and help their students to learn the…"
SteelyJan posted a status"feeling apprehensive...a whole series of techniques I never learned...where was I ? Shrug!"
Wael commented on SteelyJan's blog post Black Belt Test Three Weeks Away!"Sometimes one patient teacher makes all the difference."
SteelyJan posted a status"Taking a break from martial arts today, maybe even tomorrow...need to free my mind and body"
SteelyJan posted a status"10 days to go and I am bone weary....some things have greatly improved, unfortunately other things need major work, to late to stress."
SteelyJan posted a status"Twelve days to go and starting to remember my techniques by their number....most my forms are good excepting a few weapons forms, super lean"
Profile Information
- Here for:
- discussion, learn, make friends, share photos
- Primary martial arts style:
- Han SU Hapkido
- How many years practiced?
- almost 12
- Other arts you've trained in:
- black belt in mixed martial arts
Shotokan Karate
Judo
- What do you love about your art?
- I find Hapkido to be an all encompassing style, a lotof weapons which I love, joint locks are truly amazing,
coupled with a spirituality....
- Where do you study or practice?
- World Martial Arts NYC
- Website:
- http://www.happykicks.com
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Black Belt Test Three Weeks Away!
Hi All!
I am training really hard, trying to get all my techniques and forms together. One form that was totally bugging me out is finally learned. All it took was 2 solid hours working it with a great teacher, who is asking nothing for the time she is spending with me, just pass the test. BUSHIDO! Three of us meet on Fridays and work on specific techniques or forms. This has helped a lot. Don't get me wrong , some days I feel totally inadequate. I will do my…
ContinuePosted on April 20, 2012 at 6:44pm — 3 Comments
Training Like Crazy, Feel Like I'm Regressing?
Hi Wael and fellow Hapkidoists!
So I am preparing for my Black Belt on May 13th and I am training almost everyday, watching videos of our techniques, teaching and working at the dojang....
And yet, I feel I am not retaining what I am learning. I felt I could have waited for the next test ( a few years) but my Sabumnim wanted me to go for it. I see some of our senior teachers looking at our class of Bodans, and whether they literally say it or you can…
ContinuePosted on April 12, 2012 at 5:07am — 1 Comment
Going For it ( In this case, not the gold) Black Belt
Hi Wael and Everyone at Hapkido Network! Although the last test that I participated in ( not for rank) left me thinking I shouldn't attempt the Black Belt test this year, I have changed my mind and I will go for it. I have roughly two months to go over all my forms and techniques . I have all my other requirements , such as desk duty, field duty (demos etc.) and plenty of teaching hours. …
ContinuePosted on March 19, 2012 at 12:25pm — 4 Comments
Tests!
So I recently participated in a belt test. I wasn't testing for rank. In our school January is white belt month where everyone ( besides black belts) is required to wear a white belt as a return to the beginning and fresh start. Then February is mandatory test month , there are three weeks of test dates to choose from.
Also in our school higher ranks are required to show up and participate in belt tests. As partners for lower belts and in preparation for the black…
ContinuePosted on March 4, 2012 at 7:03am — 1 Comment
Returning to the Hapkido Network
Hi All! I haven't been blogging here in a while. Very busy with my art and martial arts! My school has announced the dates for our Black Belt test. May 13th , Mother's day. I will put my application in although I missed the pre-test. Either they will accept it or not. I have been training like crazy, dropped five pounds and feeling lean and mean. I also returned to my previous school to train with my best friend who is going through some life problems. I enjoy mixing it up once a week and…
ContinuePosted on February 15, 2012 at 4:16am — 1 Comment
Comment Wall (28 comments)
- At 9:11pm on February 26, 2012, Wael said…
There are definitely a lot of techniques in Hapkido. That's perhaps the greatest challenge of the art. It can be daunting... On the other hand, it keeps things interesting. I know many practitioners of other arts who have quit because after practicing for years, they felt there was nothing new to learn. We don't have that problem in Hapkido.
It has always seemed to me like you really enjoy your Hapkido journey. We all have those occasional moments of self-doubt.
- At 6:17pm on August 24, 2011,
Daniel McCullar said… - Hey, have you ever done any Hapkido influenced art work? It would be interesting to see what your imagination would come up with.
- At 8:38pm on March 27, 2011, Wael said…
- I only just noticed the message about your mom. I'm so sorry for your loss.
- At 3:29pm on March 27, 2011, Wael said…
- Can you put up a picture of the sculpture?
- At 3:23pm on March 27, 2011, Wael said…
- Really cool about your Peace sculpture.
- At 2:10pm on March 8, 2011, Wael said…
- Weightless, wow, I would have thought you'd feel like a rag doll after all that.
- At 7:05pm on March 1, 2011, Wael said…
- Clean up your act in what way?
- At 10:14pm on February 17, 2011, Wael said…
- Good luck Jan, knock 'em dead.
- At 9:50pm on February 17, 2011,
Shireen said… - Good luck with your test!!
- At 9:07am on December 27, 2010, Wael said…
- Yes he meant message :-)
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