Cooper Riegel – Week 8

This week was packed full of new (and old) karate experiences. There was a tournament up here in Auburn at Master Bennati’s dojo. This was the first time I had been back there since I came to Zen in 2020. I was very nervous at first coming back to the place I trained originally from 2012-2020. I didn’t place in kata but I got 3rd in weapons. I was happy with this considering how nervous I was feeling during the competition.

I also started getting extra sparring rounds with Sensei Chris Hadlock in Auburn. He was one of the black belts at Dirk and David’s test. I am very excited to learn from him and get new experience both sparring and grappling.

My current Challenge progress as of December 24, 2024.