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"How long does it take to receive your first black belt?" A common question in the martial arts world that comes up in conversation with bystanders, at family gatherings, and in the workplace. Listen in on this podcast as I share my thoughts on this question after working to receive black belts from two culturally, historically, and functionally divergent martial arts styles myself.

Let’s answer this common question in martial arts with some good ole fashion math!