Black Belt Training Class
Worldwide recognition
The Black Belt is one of the most easily recognizable status symbols on the planet. Almost anywhere you find yourself, people have some notion of what a “Black Belt” is.
There is a reason for this. Martial Arts training has long been recognized as a time honored pursuit that results in individuals of exceptional skill and character. And Martial A...
Worldwide recognition
The Black Belt is one of the most easily recognizable status symbols on the planet. Almost anywhere you find yourself, people have some notion of what a “Black Belt” is.
There is a reason for this. Martial Arts training has long been recognized as a time honored pursuit that results in individuals of exceptional skill and character. And Martial Arts training is incredibly widespread. Nearly every country and sometimes geographic region has an approach to martial arts training that may be unique to the area.
But with all of this general awareness of “Black Belts” there are still widespread misconceptions about what it may mean to be a Black Belt. Many people mistakenly believe that a Black Belt is the highest rank of achievement and that once an individual has a black belt, they are a “master” and an automatic teacher. Nothing could be farther from the truth…
The journey
The transition and transformation from being a beginner to becoming a skilled practitioner of anything can be likened to a journey.
Throughout life most people find themselves on many different paths as they grow and refine themselves in a variety of ways. Sometimes the path is clearly marked and some times it is not.
Martial Arts does have the advantage of having a clearly marked path. The progression from White Belt to Black Belt mirrors the journey from beginner to skilled practitioner.
Earning advanced degrees
A skilled practitioner is an individual who has taken the time to learn certain skills or tools and to develop a degree of competency with those tools. In a sense, they have a toolbox and they know how to use them. But, as with any profession, that does not mean their learning and progress stops any more than a certified carpenter’s learning stops with the achieving of their license.
As with all skilled professions, learning and competency can continue to grow and refine if the individual gains more and more experience along their chosen path. For Black Belts this is signified by earning advanced degrees of Black Belt.
The path of mastery
Some skilled practitioners choose to continue on their path and reach ever more refined levels of skill and mastery. The progression from Black Belt to advanced degrees of Black Belt can be likened to the path to mastery.
At the Academy of Modern Martial Arts we offer advanced training and an environment conducive to self refinement and mastery for those students who wish to pursue Advanced Degrees of Black Belt.
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"Excellent instruction and a welcoming community "
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- Rosie C
- Canby, OR
Review of Academy of Modern Martial Arts, October 04, 2008
I have been a student at The Academy of Modern Martial Arts for seven years. The training and support I have gained have immeasurable value to my life, whether at work, home or at school. My ability to handle my workload as a full time college student has been greatly enhanced by the skills I have learned as a martial artist. My instructors are caring and competent; the community that they have created is welcoming and genuinely cares about the well-being of every student.
The school is affordable and conveniently located in downtown Lake Oswego in the Lake Place shopping center behind Petco. Class offerings range from Tai Chi, and Karate to Grappling (Mixed Martial Arts) and Kick-boxing; most classes are in the evening with some day time and Saturday classes. Private instruction is also offered at various times. I highly recommend AMMA and it’s instructors to everyone.
I have been a student at The Academy of Modern Martial Arts for seven years. The training and support I have gained have immeasurable value to my life, whether at work, home or at school. My ability to handle my workload as a full time college student has been greatly enhanced by the skills I have learned as a martial artist. My instructors are caring and competent; the community that they have...
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"Great training and great people!"
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- Kasey R
- Portland, OR
Review of Academy of Modern Martial Arts, September 15, 2008
I have been a student at the Academy of Modern Martial Arts (AMMA) for nearly 7 years and as a result of my time spent studying at AMMA, the quality of my life has greatly increased. I can say without a doubt, that my time spent there has enhanced my capabilities as a martial artist, and human being.
My instructor, Chris Boyer is one of the finest people I have come into contact with. I would recommend him as an instructor to anyone who would like to learn martial arts. He is highly skilled in teaching, and has been studying martial arts for nearly two decades. He’s also just generally a great guy. Sifu Kristine who teaches children from 4-17 years old has a way to help kids learn that I think few people possess. I have assisted with some of her classes over the years. And after watching her students grow under her instruction, I highly recommend her as a youth instructor. She is one of the kindest people I have ever met.
I hope this review is helpful, I also hope you decide to come by the school and meet these people who have I have chosen to spend years of my time and attention with. They are good people and I am grateful to know them.
Good luck in your search!
I have been a student at the Academy of Modern Martial Arts (AMMA) for nearly 7 years and as a result of my time spent studying at AMMA, the quality of my life has greatly increased. I can say without a doubt, that my time spent there has enhanced my capabilities as a martial artist, and human being.
My instructor, Chris Boyer is one of the finest people I have come into contact with. I would...
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