WELLINGTON, FL MARCH 28, 2022: Genbu-Kai Karate is proud to announce
the promotion of Kota Ramsey to adult Sho-Dan Ho (1 st degree
probationary black belt). Kota started in the Karate-Kid program (3-6
year old), April 2010, and advanced to the rank of 7 th kyu, the last
beginner level. December 2010, Kota moved to the junior karate
program, where he was active three times per week. Kota tested for his
junior black belt rank during Genbu-Kai’s annual seminar events in
front of Demura Shihan, October 1, 2016 and received his ranking in
February 2018.
Early 2017, due to Kota’s age, physical size and maturity level, he
moved into the adult program working his way, still training three
days per week, towards the adult black belt.
February 2022, Kota traveled to California with Sensei Moore, to test
in front of Demura Shihan for his adult black belt rank.
In Genbu-Kai, anyone testing for their 1 st level black belt ranks, are
presented with either a plain red or black belt. For juniors (under 18),
a plain red belt is awarded, and (over 18), a plain black belt is
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awarded. After this initial promotion, students must wait and prove
their dedication, and within a year’s time, are awarded their official
Sho-Dan ranks, with their names embroidered on one side and the other
side with the name of the organization, in Japanese Katakana font.
In today’s society, many who test and pass this rank often quit
shortly afterwards, thinking they’ve reached the top. However, this is
the first step in understanding the true essence of Budo (martial art’s
training). Therefore, many miss the benefits, and true essence, of
martial arts training.
Genbu-Kai Karate is conveniently located in the Wellington Market
Place Mall, for more information on the classes, please call
561.804.1002 or visit our website at www.floridagenbukai.com .
