11/10/2026
🥋 Celebrating Every Black Belt Journey! 🖤👏
A huge congratulations to every student who stepped onto the mats and took part in our 4-hour Black Belt and Dan Grade testing!
Some students achieved their next belt, whilst others have been given areas to continue working on before they’re ready to take that next step.
Regardless of the result, I want every student to know how proud we are of you for your courage, commitment and determination.
Earning a Black Belt isn’t supposed to be easy, and sometimes the greatest growth comes from the challenges we face along the way.
One thing that meant a lot to me was seeing students who hadn’t passed still turn up today to celebrate and support their teammates. I know that can’t have been easy, and I have so much respect for you. ❤️
That’s what makes our Excel Family so special. A positive environment where we lift each other up, a supportive community where everyone belongs, and a journey that helps us grow beyond martial arts.
To every student, remember our 3 G’s of Resilience: Get Back Up, Gratitude and Go Again! 💪
Thank you to all our students, families and teachers for your continued support, commitment and belief in the journey.
It’s not just about the belt you earn, but the person you become along the way. 🥋💛