Most karate moms just do the commute; this one is working towards her black belt.

A woman prepares for her Nidan test after successfully achieving Shodan in Okinawan Shorin-Ryu Shidokan karate.

This Mom recently achieved Shodan and has now chosen the "warrior path" as she continues to train and teach in the martial arts.

A black belt in tae kwon do Mom tells tales of competing in tournaments and raising her children.