About two
months ago, long time GR member Tony Reel had a major disappointment.
When Relson Gracie visited GR, he administered belt testing for several
members. Tony was trying for his Black Belt. Master Gracie felt there
were one or two details in Tony's technique that needed polishing before
the belt could be awarded. Rather than dwell on his disappointment and
let it turn into useless anger, Tony doubled down on his training and
made the suggested adjustments. This is how progress is made.In April he broadened his exposure to new technique with a trip to Miami for the Rickson Gracie seminar. On May 3rd you could find Tony on the mat at the Rodrigo Medeiros Seminar. May 11th Tony traveled to Pennsylvania with GR's BJJ coach, Jeff Starr and he was retested by Relson Gracie. His hard work paid off and Tony is GR's newest Black Belt.
Congratulations Tony, your dedication is a lesson for all of us.
Written by: Bob Donaghy
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