Oh yeah, on Saturday I tested for and recieved my blue belt. I think this solidly places me in the intermediate category. Of course I have heard black belts in my system referred to as “serious” beginners. But at least I get some new material, and a new form.
Stop whining about your glorified dancing with its queer accessorizing. Get into a real sport like Stair Surfing!
Stick with it. You are doing well. I hope that you are still studying. I started with Master Villari back in 1984. His system only gets better the farther you travel.
Tyson