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Old 11-26-2007, 11:05 AM   #104
ramenboy
Dojo: midwest aikido center
Location: chicago
Join Date: Mar 2004
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Re: significance to testing/belt rank?

joe,

that's a great point you bring up. in our dojo, also, the test doesn't just happen on that day. we're being watched everyday we practice on and off the mat by our instructors. they see the effort the student is putting in throughout the year...tso yes, to a point, the test itself becomes a little bit of a formality. although, just showing up for the test won't cut it either

:P