# Congratulations to Our Newest Black Belts

> Many students earned their black belts this month after years of dedication. Meet our newest 1st Degree Black Belt graduates and see what testing day looked like.

Testing day is always one of our favorite days at Taekwondo University — and this month's black belt test did not disappoint. Many students stepped onto the mat to demonstrate years of hard work, and every single one of them earned their next Rank/Degree Black Belt.

## What testing day looks like

Black belt testing isn't just about kicks and forms. Over the course of the test, students are evaluated on:

* **Technical skill** — forms, sparring, and self-defense technique performed in front of a panel of instructors
* **Board breaking** — a real demonstration of focus and power
* **Discipline and attitude** — how a student carries themselves, not just how they perform
* **Endurance** — testing days are long, and finishing strong matters

## A milestone years in the making

For most of our new black belts, this test represents three to five years of consistent training. It's a reminder that belts aren't given — they're earned, class after class, one small improvement at a time.

To every new black belt: congratulations. We're proud of you, and we can't wait to see where your training takes you next.

**Thinking about starting your own belt journey?** [Schedule a free intro class](/free) and see what it takes to earn your first stripe. Follow us along on social media to stay up to date. [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/p/Taekwondo-U-100085959993238/), [Instagram](instagram.com/tkduniv/) & [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@tkduniv).

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## About Taekwondo University

Taekwondo University is a family-owned martial arts school in Olive Branch, MS, teaching Taekwondo to kids, teens, and adults since 1985 — building confidence, discipline, and real self-defense skills.

- **Address:** 6511 MS-305, Olive Branch, MS 38654
- **Phone:** +1-901-794-1800
- **Email:** brumley@tkduniv.com
- **Founded:** 1985 by GM Terry Brumley
- **Class hours:** Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 1:00 PM–8:00 PM
- **Serving:** Olive Branch, Southaven, Byhalia, Collierville, Memphis

## Programs

- [Little Warriors — ages 4-6](https://tkduniv.com/little-warriors.md)
- [Kids Taekwondo — ages 7-12](https://tkduniv.com/team-positive.md)
- [Teen & Adult — ages 13+](https://tkduniv.com/teen-adult.md)
- [Book a free intro class](https://tkduniv.com/free.md)

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