NewsFirst Jyoshinmon Grading for the year was held at the Honbu (main dojo) in New Lynn which was held over 2 days from 25th-26th May. There were 3 sessions on each day for specific belts and age groups.
A Pre-Grading session is held a month before to assess the students if they are ready to grade though they are given time to make improvements. Grading is by invitation only.
On the Grading Panel were:
Shihan David Bennett
Sensei Beaty Bennett
Sensei Chris Bennett
Sensei Chante Betham
Along with the following:
Sensei Zak Bennett
Sensei Sevita Sabine
Sensei Bruce Sabine
Sensei Ross Sabine
Sensei Jose Castillo
Congratulations to all who passed their grading!
Thank you to all those who helped on the day and with the sausage sizzle. Your support is always appreciated!
[Photo above: Session for under 15 years old - 9th and 8th Kyu grades]
