The Last Grading Test.... or Maybe Not?

After 6 months of hard work (and a squeezed in extra lesson), it was finally D day.

The last grading test, the tester was extra strict and taking longer than usual, resulting in a long wait. The extra waiting time should mean more practice, which was a good thing. But the boy threw a huge tantrum bcos his uniform was too small and the guards, particularly the groin one, were uncomfortable. There were tears and whinning and I was worried that he would refuse to proceed with the grading test. Luckily it all turned out well and he passed the grading test.

This time round, it was much better. His new uniform is so much bigger and comfortable. We also sneaked off the dreadful groin guard. Zaky specifically told us not to turn up too early in case he cried again. What.....

When we arrived 30 mins before the grading test, the red belts were already entering the exam hall and his black tip mates were practising. He quickly changed and joined them.

Practice started soon after.

Bcos this grading test flow was so smooth, he was soon asked to standby to enter the grading hall. Then, it was a long wait for us. He was in the grading hall for a long, long time.

Finally!

He said that he didnt know if he had done well enough to pass the grading test. I hope so!

Some months back, Zaky said that he would stop if he attained his junior black belt and would take one more attempt if he fails. Now, he said the opposite and would like to continue if he passes and stops if otherwise. Haha. Let's see how it all turns out in 2 weeks' time.

Mummy Lim