TKDmel
Blue Belt
I wanted to get an idea of the different types of requirements for BB testing. I've known of some tests that are 2 days long, where the candidates must endure miles of running, then strenuous calisthetics, and finally followed by the actual test. Other tests are comprised of a written essay about TKD or some specific aspect of TKD, followed by the actual test. My personal opinion about testing is in favor of the latter kind of test due to the diversity of people who train. A young man I know will be testing next month for his BB. He has a very serious heart condition and if he had to fullfill the requirements of the first type of test, he would never achieve his BB. I was also honored to know another BB who because of an accident, had pins in his hips. He was not able to preform kicks the "textbook" way, but his outlook, spirit, and demeanor was of the highest standard of a BB that one could be. My personal opinion is that being a BB is way more than what someone can do just physically, but rather what they impart spiritually, emotionally, and mentaly to those around them. What do you all think?