Richard Graded to Sandan (3 dan)

Richard, 3rd from the left, together with the others that took their tests at the federation dan examination in October.

Richard, 3rd from the left, together with the others that took their tests at the federation dan examination in October.

On Sunday the  26th of October the Swedish Federation held the autumn Dan examination. Four kenshi took their test, two for shodan (1 dan) and two for sandan (3 dan) and from Karlstad we had Richard swho took his test for sandan, that he passed without any problems. At the regular practice after the examination Richard received his red sodesho (arm badge), which is a badge that officers of the branch, assistant instructors etc. that has been appointed by the shibu-chō (branch master) and have minimum rank of sandan can wear.

Richard receives his red sodesho (arm badge) from Anders-sensei.

Richard receives his red sodesho (arm badge) from Anders-sensei.

A big congratulations to Richard!

Richard with his new red sodesho (arm badge).

Richard with his new red sodesho (arm badge).