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Re: Would You Train Under A "No Rank" Sensei?
If a guy has ability and can teach you something, if interested, you should learn. Rank is political.
However if you don't know anything (most people seeking a teacher) and can't tell if the instructor is knowledgeable or not, then rank is a nice to defer too.
Rank is ideally the opinion of someone who knows something about martial arts (Aikido, Judo, Kendo etc.). This person or group of people gives rank as their acknowledgment of a given person's ability.
So if the people giving the rank are not reputable neither is the rank.
If you don't know anything, or are unsure, it's best to do some research. If you are truly interested in studying something specific like Aikido, then find someone in your area who is certified by a known organization.
As you become more informed you can pay less attention to rank, and more to your own judgement.
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