Profile (recorded June 2006):

Sensei: Gerd Schmahl

Grade: Not listed

Favourite Kata: Sanseryu

Favourite Technique: Yoko Ura Uchi/Mae Geri

Dojo: St. Clair

Memorable Moments: Taking over the St Clair class where I first started training as a white belt and seeing my students grade to achieve their own goals.

Words of Wisdom: Remember that your Sensei is watching your progress all the time. You don't just have to impres your Sensei the week before grading, but you need to show him or her that you are working hard all the time. If your Sensei gives you advice on how to improve a technique, try to work on it for the next lesson - even if that means approaching a high grade beofre the class or during a break to help you.