The author recounts his ninjutsu training, demonstrates unarmed and armed combat techniques, and discusses the philosophical beliefs of the ninja

Ninja & Their Secret Fighting Art

History

Hayes, Stephen

Military

Tuttle Pub

Discusses the spiritual teachings of the Japanese ninja warrior tradition and describes ninja hand-to-hand fighting techniques

Ninja Realms of Power: Spiritual Roots and Traditions of the Shadow Warrior

Religion & Spirituality

Contemporary Books

Ninja . . . that single word conjures up images of mystery and power. The ability to move swiftly and silently, to mesmerize one's victim, to strike infallibly, and then to disappear into the night--this is the legend of the ninja. These nearly sorcerous aspects of the ninja, as well as the exotic weapons they use, are the focus of The Mystic Arts of the Ninja. Its author, Shidoshi Stephen K. Hayes, is the sole American to be granted teaching credentials by the 34th grandmaster of the Togokure School of Ninjutsu in Japan. Going beyond the basic conditioning and training techniques of his best-selling Ninjutsu: The Art of the Invisible Warrior, Hayes explains the most sought after secrets of his ninja training: 
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<li>Hypnotism: Saiminjutsu, the ninja's hypnotic powers are described and explained. Sample exercises are provided to help develop your hypnotic powers. </li>
<li>Invisibility: Stealth walking and camouflage are discussed. Hayes provides examples of how to move silently across various kinds of terrain and how to blend into your surroundings to become invisible. </li>
<li>Weaponry: The Hanbo cane, the sword, and the infamous shuriken throwing stars are ninja trademarks. Hayes fully describes their use in grappling as well as in attacking. <ul> More than 400 black-and-white photos are used to illustrate the secrets and techniques that have been used by the ninja to surprise and outwit their foes over the past 800 years. The authenticity of Shidoshi Hayes's instruction is perhaps the most important aspect of this book: no other book represents the true ninja tradition.</ul>
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The Mystic Arts of the Ninja

Sports & Outdoors

Individual Sports

McGraw–Hill Education

The first installment in Hayes’ epic Ninja series introduces the reader to the building blocks of ninjutsu: basic postures, the natural elements that correspond with fighting techniques, weapons, and the “scheme of totality.” The author also teaches meditation exercises to strengthen one’s consciousness and decrease reaction time. The seminal book in Hayes’ best-selling collection, it provides the reader with the tools to start his path in the Togakure Ryu tradition.

Ninja Volume 1: Spirit of the Shadow Warrior (1)

Black Belt Communications

By adding more advanced tools and concepts to the modern ninja’s training regimen, this book continues where volume one left off. In the second book of the series, Hayes introduces combat principles, such as dealing with and avoiding danger, rolls and ground rebounds, training for modern altercations, and the power-generating hand symbols of kuji-in.

Ninja Volume 2: Warrior Ways of Enlightenment

Ohara Publications, Inc.

The author relates the history and significance of the birthplace of Daisuke Nishina, the founder of the Togakure Ryu of ninjutsu, and introduces advanced principles such as enlightened consciousness, secrets of ninja invisibility, the union of body and weapon, and how to direct the power of one’s surroundings.

Ninja Volume 3: Warrior Path of Togakure (3)

Heading further down the warrior’s path while delving into both the ancient and modern history of ninjutsu, the topics include combat training drills, the emergence and techniques of female ninja agents, exercises to increase awareness, and the goton-po theory of escape and invisibility. The concise writing and numerous photographs make the subject matter clear to the experienced martial artist and the novice.

Ninja Volume 4: Legacy of the Night Warrior (4)

Hayes addresses the misconceptions associated with ninjutsu and teaches advanced concepts such as contemporary self-defense techniques, movement as art, and fighting from the ground. Also included is a lengthy interview with the author that provides readers with further insight into the mind of one of the world’s greatest martial artists.

Ninja Volume 5: Lore of the Shinobi Warrior (5)

The sixth and final installment of this best-selling series provides the insight and wisdom garnered from the author's four decades of martial arts training. The inspirational and legendary master demonstrates scores of techniques with in-depth captions and detailed photos, describes the experiences that made him an internationally recognized warrior and educator, and discusses how to avoid attitude problems and training plateaus in any martial art.

Ninja Volume 6: Secret Scrolls of the Warrior Sage

Meet Paris, the spunky seeing-eye dog. This yellow Labrador had style, intelligence, and such a mischievous nature that she could simply ignore you if you tried to interrupt what she was doing. With a playful demeanour, soft coat and paintbrush tail, Paris was just Paris; a larger than life character who gave unconditional love to everyone in the family and beyond. In the nine years that she lived with Stephen Hayes, she laid her paws on the hearts of many. She also laid her head on the laps of many, especially around the dinner table in the hope that they might drop a piece of food into her mouth. This is her story, and the memories of those whom she left behind.

Parisian Tails

Biographies & Memoirs

Community & Culture

Stephen Hayes, Australia

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