Spring 2027 Black Belt Cycle

Candidate Journals

King Tiger Tae Kwon Do Black Belt candidates blog daily about their journey: their thoughts and feelings, their struggles and successes; their pain and their encouragement. Follow along on their journey; words of encouragement are always welcome!
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Back to Basics...Again!

Here I am, preparing for 7th Dan, and guess what? I'm still working on my stances, kicks, blocks, and punches!

It's funny how the basics never really stop being important. In fact, the higher your rank, the more you realize just how much there is to improve.

This cycle isn't just about completing requirements or earning another belt. It's about becoming a better martial artist than I was yesterday. And sometimes that starts with something as simple as a really good front stance.

Finding My Rhythm