Judo Black Belts Shine at Regional Exams; Senigallia Athletes Excel
Senigallia Athletes Ace First DAN Black Belt Exam
In a remarkable display of skill and dedication, four athletes from Polisportiva Senigallia aced their first DAN black belt judo exams on Sunday morning at the new Fijilkam regional center in Civitanova Marche. The standout performers were Pavetto Mattias, Tombari Lorenzo, Mattioli Cristina, and Borieva Zarina.
Covino Alessandro and Martino Simona Also Impress
In addition to the first-time examinees, Covino Alessandro successfully completed his third DAN black belt exam. Martino Simona, another Polisportiva Senigallia athlete, passed her exam to become a basic coach.
Examination Commission Heaps Praise on Successful Athletes
“For all the athletes who were promoted with full marks, there were compliments from the examination commission for the professionalism and preparation demonstrated during the exams,” said a spokesperson, adding, “Particular praise goes to the coach of the Polisportiva Senigallia, Gasparini Daniele, who volunteered to act as UKE during the exams.
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The ceremony on Monday evening to award the black belts was marked by deep respect and emotion, led by 5 DAN master Veschi Simone. The traditional judo bow was performed towards the new DANs, signifying the importance of this significant milestone.
New Judo Coach Simona Martino Ready for Her First Tournament
Great satisfaction was expressed by coach and president Sabbatini Michele towards the new judo coach of the Simona Martino sports club. With great athletic ability and an uncommon passion for judo, Martino will make her debut this Saturday at the Sesio Famà’ memory judo trophy in Spallo, leading a team of 15 competitive athletes.
Did you know?
Did you know that the term “DAN” in judo refers to the ranks above brown belt, with higher dan ranks indicating greater skill and experience?
Pro Tips
To take a
DANexam, judoka must have passed the previous Dan level exam, meet age requirements, and maintain a certain level of competition success. Proper preparation and training are key to passing these rigorous exams.
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FAQs
What are the ranks in judo?
In judo, ranks are divided into two main categories: Kyu (beginner ranks) and Dan (advanced ranks). Kyu ranks start from 6th (white belt) and decrease to 1st (brown belt), while Dan ranks start from 1st and go up to 10th (black belt master).
What happens after passing a DAN exam?
Upon passing a DAN exam, judoka are promoted to the next Dan rank, indicating their level of skill and experience. They may also be eligible to compete in higher-level competitions and serve as instructors or referees.
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