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On Sunday Gilbert Hughes, Charles Pummill and Mark McDonald all tested.  It seems like everyone was preparing to all test at once, which in many ways is true since when one member tests we all test.  Everyone just keeps getting better. 

Gilbert Hughes tested for Rokyu and even though he has only trained for a short time, he clearly showed a good understanding of aikido principles during his test.  Great job Gilbert!!

Charles tested for Yonkyu.  Charles has attended two summer camps as well as two other seminars since his last test and all of the hard work really showed during his test.  Charles has clearly raised his aikido to another level.  His randori was a joy to watch.  Way to go Charles, the training is really paying off!!

Mark McDonald tested for Sankyu.  Mark has also been training consistently and it showed during test.  He has gained a new understanding of where he wants his aikido to go and this was evident during his test.  His movement has improved greatly and he constantly looks for the proper connection.  Way to go Mark and keep up the good work!!

It was a very successful day of testing followed of course by our group meal, where we went to Fuddruckers for burgers and celebration.  Thanks to everyone for their participation in the kyu tests and especially to all the senior students who worked so diligently to assist these candidates in test preparation.

Pictures of the kyu tests