Spookey
Purple Belt
Hello All,
I have been involved in martial arts for most of my life. My father pioneered Taekwondo in my home state after the Vietnam War. He was also well versed in Judo & Hapkido as were most military trained TKD guys of the time. So, these concepts were passed on as part of my regular training. I was officially introduced to Judo / Ju-Jutsu about 20 years ago by a gentleman who was in the area and ran pretty much a "study group" or unofficial club at the local university. This relationship lasted for a few years, then I moved away due to work. I lost contact with him during this time. I have trained in a few garage gyms here and their, and with service members of varying backgrounds over the years.
That being said, there is no black belt level Judo or BJJ in my area, or within an hours drive. Since I operate a full time TKD school on top of a full time job extensive travel is a no go at this time. I continue training as much as possible, and am passing on my knowledge to the older teenage & adult members of my school.
All that being said, I have never officially been ranked (certified), and have not been reviewed in over a decade. I have considered myself a 1st kyu for 10+ years now. I am wondering if I am hopelessly stuck or if there is any legitimate resource that maybe available to me.
Your input would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.
I have been involved in martial arts for most of my life. My father pioneered Taekwondo in my home state after the Vietnam War. He was also well versed in Judo & Hapkido as were most military trained TKD guys of the time. So, these concepts were passed on as part of my regular training. I was officially introduced to Judo / Ju-Jutsu about 20 years ago by a gentleman who was in the area and ran pretty much a "study group" or unofficial club at the local university. This relationship lasted for a few years, then I moved away due to work. I lost contact with him during this time. I have trained in a few garage gyms here and their, and with service members of varying backgrounds over the years.
That being said, there is no black belt level Judo or BJJ in my area, or within an hours drive. Since I operate a full time TKD school on top of a full time job extensive travel is a no go at this time. I continue training as much as possible, and am passing on my knowledge to the older teenage & adult members of my school.
All that being said, I have never officially been ranked (certified), and have not been reviewed in over a decade. I have considered myself a 1st kyu for 10+ years now. I am wondering if I am hopelessly stuck or if there is any legitimate resource that maybe available to me.
Your input would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.
