05/01/2026
It was a rewarding and difficult test this past weekend! These outstanding martial artists showed what it means to be a higher ranking Black Belt. Their skills, tenacity, and character were presented in amazing form. I am so proud to have them as representatives of Dynamic Martial Arts. They displayed the excellence that allows them to proudly wear their new ranks.
Congratulations to :
Patrick Loring 2nd degree
Alice McDonald 2nd degree
Timothy Mycroft 2nd degree
Tom Dillon 2nd degree
Carliegh Mae Loring 2nd degree
Ken Sances 3rd degree
Please take the time to congratulate them when you see them next!
There are also two students/teachers, Marisa Sances and Julianna Sances who received their 4th degree Black Belts in last weekend’s test. Julianna and Marisa consistently show a strength of character that we should all attempt to emulate. Their Black Belt attributes are not reserved solely for the dojo but also utilized in their daily life : strength with kindness, knowledge with curiosity, and discipline with joy. While sensei is a title many schools use for all Black Belt teachers, at DMA we reserve Sensei as a title for when someone reaches their 4th degree Black Belt. Miss Julianna and Miss Marisa have earned this title through years of hard work and consistent training. Our dojo is a better place because of their involvement. Moving forward they should be addressed using their DMA title of Sensei Marisa and Sensei Julianna. I love you both! Congratulations!