Dell Achieves First Degree Black Belt

Josh Dell, a student at Hoover Martial Arts Center in Martinsburg, recently tested for his 1st Degree Black Belt in Okinawa Kenpo Karate and Kobudo.

Dell has been training at Hoover Martial Arts Center for nearly 10 years having begun his study of the art at the age of 7. He completed a multi-day testing at the home school in Martinsburg consisting of not only physical technique requirements, but also a question-and-answer session, a written portion, and a thesis on the history of Okinawa Kenpo.

After successfully completing the testing requirements at Hoover Martial Arts Center, Mr. Dell then...