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What black belt means to me - By Jack Holloway (student at Rising Spirit Academy, aged 14)
Before I started Martial Arts I had no confidence and I was picked on quite a bit. I was aggressive and had a bad attitude; I also struggled with my school work. Since doing Martial Arts my confidence has grown a lot. I am no longer picked on, am quietly confident, am able to walk away from situations, defend myself if I have to and can hold my head up high. My school work has improved including my grades. My attitude has changed at school and at home - I'm no longer aggressive. I'm also much more enthusiastic and I'm looking forward to gaining my black belt and achieving my aim of becoming the rank of 9th Dan and world champion.
To prepare for my black belt I will take advice from my instructor and senior grades. I will work hard in all aspects of my life (school, home, relationships) and I will need to do exercise; maybe taking up jogging to improve my stamina. Then I will be able to pass easily as long as I study hard, which I will.
What does black belt mean to me? It means everything! Martial Arts is my passion and to "Be The Best" is my goal. Once I am a black belt a new journey will begin because I will be working for my next promotion in rank and who knows I may some day have my own academy, be world champion and Grand Master. I know my dreams are big but why dream small dreams when you can accomplish anything when you put your mind to it? I WILL work for it and I WILL achieve my goals.
