WooHoo they passed!

[Kumbajah]

This is a of bit of tooting my own horn but I'm more exited about it than I thought I'd be. I had my first 2 students test for black belt this weekend. Which they did successfully. I am not solely responsible for their instruction but have been the primary instructor for the last couple of years. It was a "proud poppa" type of moment, (even though they are older than me) as I sat in my honorary spot on the testing board. I had some "instructing is cool" moments when the light goes on and someone "gets" a technique, but this was much better. I'm looking forward to having someone go from white to black under my tutelage. Any of you "old timers " have any stories about your firsts or any other "proud poppa" moments?

B

 

[TigerWoman]

Congrats to you as a instructor. It is even more proved when someone else passes them. No, I haven't solely taught anyone to take that honor. TW

 

[Lisa]

Congrats to you as an instructor and to them for a job well done!

artyon: artyon:

 

[shesulsa]

Kumbajah, that vicarious thrill of accomplishment is wonderful! It speaks to your ability as a teacher that they performed well.

Congratulations to them and to you!

Farang,

Georgia

 

[MA-Caver]

Congrawt-wu-waytons !!

 

[Gin-Gin]

Congrats to you as an instructor and to them for a job well done! artyon: artyon:

Ditto! artyon:

 

[Paul B]

Good job and congrats!artyon:

 

[MDFJ]

Congratulations to you and your students..

Best Regards

Marc

 

[Kumbajah]

Thanks for all the congrats. Anyone have a similar story to tell?

Brian