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WARRIOR WISDOM VOL 01: A WORTHY ADDITION TO A "WISDOM LIBRARY!" The content of Mr. Sander's book has already been described most accurately by other reviewers, the maxims or sayings are first rate, although I would have enjoyed some more background info on the maxims themselves (eg historical precedents, biographical details). A question might arise however - if one already has some experience in the Arts - or other books on quotations - would this make a good purchase? I believe it would, particularly if one is seeking to share some (martial) wisdom with a young loved one or a beginning student. This is where Mr. Sanders shines. His style is simple and direct, yet still contains enough imagery and anecdotes to communicate despite a possible age gap; as a seasoned instructor might address a younger student when seeking to assist them in the formation of judgement, criterion or how they should THINK. His opening lines on the facets of Bushido not being solely for the benefit of the practitioner (but for the rest of society, through the practitioner) are a fine example of this. It is as though Bodhi compiled his most heartfelt lessons from his years of instruction and put them on paper for you...
- MARCO E CASTANEDA

Volume 6 Front Kick by Shawn Kovacich is a very well written book from beginning to end. The diagrams make it easy to follow and understand from beginners all the way to seasoned martial artists. This book breaks down each step into several technical points so that you can easily understand the kick fully and perform it correctly. Each technical point is clearly illustrated by pictures and illustrated foot positions so it's easy to understand by seeing the break down of each technical point of the kick. In closing I would like to say, "Well done Shawn this is one of the best martial art book I have ever read."
- Becky

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Shawn Kovacich
Shawn Kovacich, author of the Achieving Kicking Excellence series

 
Shawn Kovacich has been a practicing martial artist for over 25 years, and currently holds a 4th degree (Yodan) black belt in Karate as certified by Shihan Dennis Dallas of the Helena Karate and Judo Club, and a 4th degree (Yodan) black belt in Tae Kwon Do as certified by the WTF (World Taekwondo Federation) in Seoul, South Korea. Shawn also holds ranking in the martial arts of Aikido, Hapkido, and Judo.

Mr. Kovacich started his martial arts training at the age of seventeen, and took to it like the proverbial duck to water, earning his first-degree black belt after two years and nine months of training. His teaching ability became evident early on in his training and he often assisted his instructors with newer students.

The most influential moment of Mr. Kovacich’s early martial arts training came when he was privileged to not only witness, but also to participate in two of his instructors, Shihan Brian Knechtges and Sensei Ben Hunn’s, third degree black belt test, in which Shihan Knechtges and Sensei Hunn had to fight continuously for 100 minutes each against a fresh opponent every minute. Punches and kicks were not pulled and the two men were pushed beyond all normal standards of human endurance. Both men not only prevailed and were awarded their third degree black belts, but they also became a source of inspiration for Mr. Kovacich. Years later, he would take this test not just once, but twice, and he emerged triumphant both times.

Shawn has competed in a large variety of tournaments from the former USTU Olympic style Tae Kwon Do competitions to the world class full-contact bare knuckle karate tournaments such as the prestigious Shidokan Open, Shidokan Team U.S.A., Great Northwestern Sabaki Satellite, and the Sabaki Challenge.

Shawn has also gained world wide attention for his two world records for endurance high kicking as certified by the Guinness Book of World Records. He achieved his first world record on September 27th, 1986 with 10,502 high kicks in 5 hours and 30 minutes. His second record was even more impressive, with 11,000 high kicks in 5 hours 18 minutes and 43 seconds. This was accomplished on January 21st, 1989.

Shawn is the author of the highly acclaimed Achieving Kicking Excellence™ series of martial arts books, and is currently working on several additional marital arts and self-defense books. Several of these volumes are scheduled to be released in 2007.

Shawn Kovacich, martial artist/author
Achieving Kicking Excellence™ series

 

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