Black Belt Hopes and Dreams

[Mithril Hugunin]

1. What are my goals upon having reached black belt for my future training and learning?

Well, as a black belt I will probably start focusing more on training the lower belts. However, I still hope to improve in technique and endurance, and learn the new forms and self defenses. If I pass, then I can also help the many deputy black belts reach their goals. In general, I will try and keep learning and helping others learn regardless of belt.

2. What kind of black belt will I be?

I would like to be a black belt who is approachable, and can help anyone. Part of this means that I will have to master the techniques, so that I can reliably teach them. It would also be great if I could inspire others to try and get to black belt by being a good example. I will probably focus more on the fun and showy side of martial arts, simply because that's the part I enjoy the most. The practical and violent side is important to know, but I will probably not focus too much on it.

3. Recommendation from two people. (Okay they're both my parents)

Mithril started training at Mercer Island Martial Arts when she was 10 years old. We were hoping that she would get some weekly exercise and have fun, but were a bit concerned that she might not have the emotional maturity to handle a contact sport. We needn't have worried. She loved the training and discipline right from the start. She has shown amazing persistence with attending class regularly, usually walking or biking the 1 1/2 miles to class 3-4 times a week. Her form and focus are beautiful to watch and she has become a responsible mentor to the younger students. We are extremely proud of her achievements in martial arts and thrilled at her maturity. She is ready to test for black belt.

Mithril's Mom      Mithril's Dad

Aleta Finnila       Jim Hugunin