Grandmaster Gustavo Pope-Guerriero of Xtreme Tae Kwon Do was promoted to the rank of eighth-degree black belt on Saturday, May 14 at Ultima Fitness in Wellington. The presenter was Grandmaster Patrick Petitjean, a ninth-degree black belt. Pope-Guerriero achieved the rank after years of training and instruction in martial arts. His black belt students paid their respects during the ceremonies. Pope-Guerriero strives to teach his students confidence, determination, respect and strength. For more info., call (561) 795-2823 or visit www.ultimafitness.com. Photos by Jason Stromberg