04/09/2023
Kua eke ki te keokeonga o tātua pango.
A huge acknowledgement to Ngata who graded to 1st Dan black belt over the weekend.
Words cannot explain the amazing effort, perseverance and indomitable spirit shown in preparation and during the examination.
Three solid hours of fitness, mental testing, striking, kicking, pad drills, basics, poomsae, grappling, self defence, weapon defence, one step/pre arranged, break falls, 40 rounds of fighting and board breaking.
It has been a blessing to be a part of your life and martial arts journey during the last seven years. Furthermore, having you and your whānau a part of ours.
Well deserved for a great martial artist.
Nau mai ki te whānau.
🥋❤💪