Black Belt Testing Results

A black belt testing was held at the American Martial Arts Institute today, with twelve individuals demonstrating the skills and techniques required to achieve the ranks of 1st Degree through 4th Degree Black Belt. This testing was run and overseen by Grandmaster Crandall and six of his Master Instructors.

All candidates completed their written exams 1 week in advance of the physical testing in order to qualify to participate in the physical testing. Today’s physical segment of their testing spanned more than 8 hours, and while stressful for the participants at times, it was also fun and instructional. This was one of the largest Black Belt testings our school has had in years, and the amount of knowledge demonstrated was truly impressive. All individuals’ hard work and training resulted in exceptional presentations of their katas, self-defense, and overall martial arts skills.

Congratulations to all on the successful completion of their testing and their new ranks!

Congratulations to

1st Degree Black Belt - Junior Rank

Jenna Smith

1st Degree Black Belt - Adult Rank

Alexander (AJ) Case and Mia King

1st Degree Black Belt

Kevin Grant

2nd Degree Black Belt Edward Salsberg, Erica Miscione, and Joseph DeTraglia III

3rd Degree Black Belt Matthew Michaels, Alivia Franz, Joseph DeTraglia Jr.

4th Degree Black Belt Matthew Strachen and Ryan Payne