In addition to mastering the current 5th degree curriculum taught in Alex's Schools, he also had the Satori Ryu system to learn. In Satori Ryu there is a focus on the five zones of a fight.
Weapons Distance
Kicking Distance
Boxing Distance
Clinching/Throwing Distance
Grappling Distance
In each of these zones, Alex had to demonstrate proficiency in offensive and defensive techniques. After training with Hanshi Kovar and Shihan Nick Wilson, for over a year, Alex tested for his 5th Degree Black Belt in Carmichael California in July of 2020. This test happened during the COVID-19 Pandemic while California was in lockdown and so the test was executed outside with masks and gloves. After demonstrating his 5th Degree Curriculum, Alex went through the five zones in many specific situations and was ultimately awarded his 5th Degree Black Belt.
