As serious martial arts aficionados, how do you feel about the Western idea that receiving a black belt in any given style is the be-all, end-all of knowledge in that style?
On the contrary, I've read that for most MA styles (like those that originated in Asia), receiving a black belt merely signifies that you've mastered just the bare bones basics and NOW you're ready to begin to get into the meat of your training. In other words, receiving your first dan is the martial arts equivalent of receiving your High School Diploma.
On the contrary, I've read that for most MA styles (like those that originated in Asia), receiving a black belt merely signifies that you've mastered just the bare bones basics and NOW you're ready to begin to get into the meat of your training. In other words, receiving your first dan is the martial arts equivalent of receiving your High School Diploma.
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