Goldendragon7
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I do beleive I am in the market for a new mentorOriginally posted by Goldendragon7
Yes, after your 1st Black Belt..... that is not the end of the world.... it is not the end all to learning.... it is not the free ticket to do as you please and run around hog wild and learn what ever you want to with out guidence. 1st Degree Black (as it was "ideally" designed was just that of recgonition as a teacher and a beginner at that. Not until 3rd Degree are you considered a "Head Instructor" which at this point (by original design) you then should get a freeer reign to "Break out". Even then, there is much to learn and we all need mentors and someone to answer to. We already are experiencing what the effects of what happens when Black Belts run wild with out controls....... LOL
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Originally posted by Sigung86
1) Why do we need to test, at all? In the early days, SGM Parker simply gave out rank as he felt that people were ready.
2) I don't care how knowledgeable some folk are, they just don't test very well. And if that is the case, and they can't pass a test for whatever reason, should they never be allowed to advance?
3) Testing of handicapped people ... If they must be tested, then they should be tested at the same level as everyone else, otherwise, that becomes very unfair to everyone, or you should change the parameters for the test so that it is inclusive of everyone, both handicapped, and non-handicapped. If this is done .. Does
4) What happens if you have someone who is a student, who has a less than high school or even a grade school education, who is not necessarily well versed in original thought or capable of putting thoughts down in a cogent manner, and therefore, can not make up a very well written thesis for his/her Black Belt.
Originally posted by Goldendragon7
1) Right and as we evolved and became more organized..... testing was one "tool" that found its way into the system. For many it is a goal to set and reach for. (I'll lecture you on goals some other time at great length to prove its usefulness LOL
Also we now have a difference between a "Promotion and a Test" both are still used today .... I do both for various reasons for different people.
2) Tailoring to an individual is one thing as a True Black Belt we learn during this "Process" (if taught as originally designed) we certainly need to either help the individual to conquer his shortcomings (we don't do that by hiding our heads in the sand) or by other means to boost their self confidence. Remember ... it is kenpo..... Its meant to be tough..... fists and feet hurt when hit, we need to build toughness and that starts with the toughest warrior to conquer ........ YOURSELF and your all your fears!
3) Once again..... we have general standards but along the road as we progress through this Process...... we use these types of opportunities to instruct our juniors how to promote, what to allow or not, and to justify hard work and a person that puts forth maximum effort to achieve his/her personal goals. I have seen some "challenged" folks do much better and show MORE effort and desire than the "NATURALS AND SUPER STARS" all very, very important issues to examine and discuss with your junior and senior instructors in developing your Philosophy...(oppssss another long lecture to help assist you in the complete understanding of my viewpoints)... hee hee..... (Man, I just realized that Dan, you are gonna keep me busy for the rest of your life bubba) ):rofl:
4) And once again.... we help the individual to learn the skills that he/she needs to accomplish goals just like everyone else, but at the same time only requiring their Maximum effort for their personal profile. If you are a college grad ~ then I would expect that level of work........ if just an 8th grade education..... then work appropriate for your education level and experience. No more no less.
Now that you have looked into my cranium....... I need a apple.
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Originally posted by tonbo
Reading Klondike's post brought up something I've noticed at our school: most of the Black Belts don't actually worry about testing after getting their Black. In fact, some of them actually try to *avoid* testing whenever they can. In most cases, they just don't worry about it, and aren't concerned with the rank. They work hard at what they do, and enjoy it to the fullest......they just don't feel the need to test. Makes me laugh to hear a 4th degree giving all kinds of excuses as to why he isn't ready.....makes me think of my own test for Black....:rofl:
Also, I don't think our school is in any danger of having guys break off and open their own schools. We all feel like we still need to learn what we don't know, before we can begin learning all the other stuff. Heh....at this rate, I think I am just about ready to test for my white belt.....:rofl:
Peace--
Originally posted by Sigung86
Let me play Devil's Advocate for a moment... Everyone! Note! This is not necessarily my opinion ... Just so you understand that before you start firing rockets and flames at me.
Why do we need to test, at all? In the early days, SGM Parker simply gave out rank as he felt that people were ready. By that time he knew how people reacted to stress, what they knew and where they were going.