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Old 12-03-2001, 07:52 AM   #10
Edward
Location: Bangkok
Join Date: Oct 2001
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Originally posted by Creature_of_the_id

we dont, you can grade when you feel you are good enough. if you are profficient enough then you pass... if you are not, you fail.
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I understand that in some schools, if you are allowed to present the exam, you are almost sure to pass it no matter your performance. In others, it is a real exam where your performance decides whether you pass or not.

On the other hand, the grading system in Aikido can be so messy in some cases, that sometimes I see black belts whose technique really sucks, who are afraid to take Ukemi (especially Koshi Nage), and 2nd or 3rd kuys who have excellent technique, have been practicing diligently for several years, and for some reason do not advance in grades....
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