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A U.S. military veteran, John Alcorn knows the importance of a promotion.
He does so as a martial arts practitioner and instructor as well.
Alcorn, who teaches Taekwondo at USTA Martial Arts in La Conner, was recognized last month for having advanced from second to third Dan (or Degree) Black Belt, a level that requires years of practice at what is universally considered a challenging and physically demanding discipline.
But for Alcorn and his students, who range in age from children to adults, the rewards of Taekwondo – from increased stamina and improved muscle toning to greater confidence a...
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