WVL 8th grade student, Dannylin Link, is a student of the martial arts. She trains at Link’s Martial Arts and holds the rank of Black Belt. Dannylin competed at the Arnold Classic in Columbus, OH on March 3, 2013. She won the gold medal in weapon forms and the silver medal in XMA.
Dannylin’s competitive weapon choice is the tessen, also known as a fan. The fan was used by the samurai for self-protection. The spines of the fan were sharpened into knives or had knives attached to them. An XMA form combines martial arts techniques with gymnastic tricking to create an exciting combination of moves set to music. Both form divisions require a series of precise movements against an imaginary opponent.
Dannylin’s win at the Arnold Classic qualifies her to compete at the nationals tournament held at Walt Disney World August 23, 24, & 25, 2013. Her next competition is April 20, 2013 in Indianapolis, IN. Congratulations and good luck in your upcoming competitions!
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