How long to get black belt? Here's the real truth
If you're standing on the edge of a mat for the first time, you're almost certainly wondering how long to get black belt status and whether you're actually cut out for the journey. It is the number one question instructors get asked, usually by a wide-eyed beginner holding a brand-new white belt that still has the fold lines in it. The short answer? It depends. The long answer? Well, that's where things get interesting, because the timeline varies wildly depending on which martial art you've chosen to pour your sweat and tears into. ...