The Ninja Defense

By: Stephen K. Hayes

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Synopsis: [In The Ninja Defense, the classic art of the ninja is updated for maximum effectiveness in modern day situations. Stephen K. Hayes is a Black Belt Hall of Fame member and acknowledged "Father of American Ninjutsu." He has distilled and refined the knowledge he has built studying and teaching ninjutsu for decades into a comprehensive self-defense system that can defuse the worst situations the modern world has to offer.The result is a realistic martial arts training system that includes instruction in techniques and strategies for dealing with:- grappling, throwing, choking, and joint-locking- striking, kicking, and punching- stick, blade, cord, and projectile weapons- handling multiple assailants and surprise attacks- overcoming psychological intimidation or bullying]With his revised take on the classical ninja martial arts, the author provides his readers with all the key ingredients-both physical and mental-to emerge safely from unexpected danger. The chapter on mental discipline will allow readers to feel more confident in whatever situation everyday life brings.[ The Ninja Defense contains extremely practical techniques that the author honed while serving as a bodyguard for His Holiness the Dalai Lama and fine-tuned through years of teaching. It is the ultimate self-defense book from a true martial art master.]