Awesome Black Belt Testing

What an amazing testing hosted by Master Bridget and Master Stephanie and American Dojo Karate in Scranton.  Upon arrival everybody was geared and ready to go for the fighting phase of black belt testing. Matt Van Horn was nervous yet eager to take everyone on, thirteen fighters including myself. After a brief meeting we proceeded the fighting test which went on for about 40 minutes nonstop. For the black belts it was quick exchanges, but for Matt I'm sure it seemed an eternity to fight nonstop like that.  After the test it was proven that Matt's warrior spirit is unbroken.

I would like to extend special thanks to Master Bridget and Master Stephanie, and all of the students: Ian Loftus, Emily Loftus, Bryce Yanni, Devon D'Andrea, Brian Martin, David Lutchko, Jason Giovagnoli, Jordan Washko, Zachary Niemier, and Justin Fontanella for hosting a wonderful event.

After a brief donut break we proceeded with the Black Belt ceremony. Once Matt Van Horn received his black belt diploma, belt and ring, we lined up to welcome his black belt with Kicking In. I can't say enough about Matt other than he is a wonderful human being, friend and martial arts instructor and I"m very proud to have him in my life.  My warmest congratulations to you Sensei Matt Van Horn.