Martial arts students pass grading at Tebbutt Academy
Students completed intense training and assessments to progress to the next belt level.
Students from Tebbutt Academy showcased their martial arts skills during the academy’s first grading of the year, held on March 7.
Learners of all ages, from the youngest beginners to the most senior students, participated in the grading where they demonstrated their techniques, discipline and focus.
The grading evaluated students across multiple aspects of martial arts training, including technique, discipline, focus and physical endurance.
Ahead of the grading, students participated in an intense training camp the night before, known as the Iron Man, where participants were pushed to their physical limits in preparation for the assessment.
Instructor kancho Alex Tebbutt said the grading system plays an important role in motivating students to continue improving their skills.
“The grading is done to encourage students to keep training and stay sharp. We give them a platform to showcase their skills,” said Tebbutt.
He explained that the fitness component is often the most challenging part of the grading.
“Fitness is always the hardest because it pushes students to the limit. Their physical and mental strength is tested, and this motivates them not to give up,” he said.
Despite the demanding assessment, Tebbutt said all the students performed well and successfully completed the fitness tests.
“All students passed the grading and were awarded new belts, allowing them to move up to the next level,” he added.
