Biography of Author Shihan Dana Abbott
Shihan Dana Abbott returned to the United States to start Samurai Sports and to share his knowledge regarding the ways of the Japanese sword in the samurai manner after a quarter century of extensive study including 14 years in Yokohama, Japan.
After graduating from Arizona State University, Shihan Dana Abbott became a world traveler and adventurer ending up in Japan where he began his kendo/martial arts studies at Nihon Taikiu daigaku. In addition, Shihan Dana AbbottŐs bladed weaponry experience is extensive and well polished. He has taught and conducted seminars in over 30 countries. Also, he is honored to hold the esteemed rank of Shihan 7th Dan, in the sword art of Goshindo, obtained at the Hombu Dojo in Yokohama, Japan.
Shihan Dana Abbott was honored to be appointed to the position of Kokusai Bucho (International Director) for the All Japan Goshindo Renmei and the International Sports Chanbara Association, which has more than 220,000 members worldwide.
The following awards have been bestowed upon Shihan Dana Abbott
- Black Belt Magazine Hall of Fame, Weapons Instructor of the year
- United States Martial Arts Hall of Fame
- Universal Martial Arts Halls of Fame
- Action Martial Arts Magazine Hall of Fame
- World Karate Union Hall of Fame
- Masters Hall of Fame
Shihan Abbott in his own easily taught method is able to instruct in a clear, concise, Zen-like fashion geared for both beginner and experienced alike. This has proved to be quite successful for him instructing the "spirit of the thing" throughout the United States.
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The Samurai Sword: Introduction and Application
The Samurai Sword is a must have read plus reference of "how to" for every sword and martial arts enthusiast. This book’s purpose and intent focus on the “way of the sword” in a strong, direct, practical usage while easily answering all your questions. The Samurai Sword contains over 500 pictures which depict a complete understanding of drawing and sheathing, stances, manipulation, gripping, pre-arranged forms, striking and cutting patterns, evasive action and test cutting. The Samurai Sword: Introduction and Application is perfect for the beginner as well as the more advanced sword student.
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The Samurai Sword, Tachi-Iai Japanese Long Sword, Training and Ranking Manual
This training manual is the ultimate resource for those training in the “ways of the long sword”. Every martial arts enthusiast or student of the sword should follow this curriculum to enhance expertise and master the long sword. This easy to follow manual will provide you with that extra necessary knowledge needed when studying the sword. This ranking and training manual also contains step-by-step instructions and hundreds of photographs to strengthen your core.
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The Samurai Sword, Kodachi-Iai Japanese Short Sword, Training and Ranking Manual
KODACHI-IAI is a complete short sword curriculum from New Student through promotion to Shodan (First Degree Black Belt). This comprehensive ranking and training manual is a must have treasury of Short Sword "Iai-Do," "Kenjutsu," and "Tameshigiri" for every martial arts enthusiast and student of the sword. Whether novice, intermediate, or advanced student, this ranking and training manual is a must to enhance your expertise and polish your skills to the next level. The chapters that you will read explain the short sword and its application in the ancient world and modern society. This manual has been written solely for you! You will learn the brevity of the short sword along with many more ways of mastering the ancient art of the sword through step-by-step instruction and 100s of photographs plus the many mental and physical images provided in this ranking and training manual.
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Samurai Sword Instructor's Course, Introduction to the Long and Short Sword
The Samurai Sword Instructor's Course is the ultimate resource for those who instruct traditional and non-traditional martial arts. Instructing the sword has never been easier. Traditional styles can now hone their techniques to be better without the fear of injury. Family martial art centers can easily and effectively teach short and long sword technique, along with drills, routines, and combinations in a fraction of the time. This curriculum was designed for all types of martial arts schools and styles. Combative sport weaponry, also known as chanbara, is sweeping the nation! This exciting and unbelievably fun-filled martial art/sport will keep your student retention levels high while increasing their performance. Chanbara is endorsed by the biggest names in the martial arts industry. Anyone can be proficient after participating in this course on the long and short sword. Benefits: is fun to practice, increases retention, creates excitement, increases products sales, safely instructs the sword, hones motor skills & reflexes, children and adults can participate together, and can be used as a core class or separate add on class program.
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