NOW, we need to all congratulate our two test takers on a wonderful job!!
We are so proud of Tomoko Busha for conquering NIDAN!,,, and Mike McCabe for a great YONDAN exam!!!!
October 1 is going to be a full day. There will be a one-hour class, then a kyu grading, and then a dan exam. Here’s the information you need to know, even if you’re just coming to watch.
Timeline:
Before September 24 Dan candidates should turn in forms, fees, and their thesis (if required) to their own instructor before September 24 – one week prior to the test.
On October 1 …
9:45 am Someone will be there to help non-members get in the door.
10:15 am Class begins – everyone is welcome to train
11:30 am Kyu grading begins
12:30 pm at the earliest Dan grading begins
Notes:
 The dan grading will begin no earlier than 12:30 pm. The kyu grading may run long, but if you’re there by 12:30, we won’t start without you.
ï‚· Candidates will get a 15-minute warm-up before the dan grading begins.
Location:
Four Seasons Health Club
904 Four Seasons Rd.
Bloomington, IL 61701.
Map: FourSeasonHealthClub
Entrance:
If you’re not a Four Seasons member, you will need help at the front desk. Here’s what to expect: (This applies whether you’re training, testing, or just observing.)
ï‚· We have a number of free passes which we will set aside on a first-come, first-served basis. If you want a pass, send names to info@centralillinoiskarate.com by September 30. (We need names, not just “4 peopleâ€.)
 If we have leftover passes, we will give them out at the door. If we run out of passes, you’ll be charged $8 at the desk. (That’s your incentive to let us know you’re coming.)
 Everyone will need to sign a waiver. It’s standard stuff, but that means that anyone under 18 will need someone who can sign on their behalf.