Hachikyu Promotion

Sharon went down to the dojo to watch the promotion ceremony. I was promoted to the rank of Hachi-Kyu, eight level beginner, June 13, 2007. The exam was two days ago. Seven more levels before Shodan test!

The other adult Hachikyu, Ms. Bloom, and I demonstrated a few of the 15 Upper Body Techniques of Isshinryu Karate. During the demonstration I learned that Number 13 is a counter to a sucker punch, I didn't realize that this sucker punch was to the temple.

I intend to write up the 15 Upper Body Moves again; add the specific attack, detail the blocking, and naturally the Japanese names with translations.

The next step is yellow belt.