Fists & Philosophy: Becoming Nothing
★★★★★ New release
About the Book
Fists and Philosophy: Becoming Nothing invites you on a journey where martial arts and deep philosophy meet. Drawing from ancient Ninja wisdom and personal training with masters in Japan, Rob Baard explores the path of the Invisible Warrior—one who finds power through stillness, clarity, and becoming nothing. This book offers timeless insights to transform your life, deepen your practice, and unlock your true potential.
About the author
Rob Baard is a 13th-degree black belt (Shihan) in Bujinkan Ninjutsu, trained under the direction of Grandmaster Masaaki Hatsumi in Japan.
For over 30 years, Rob has studied martial arts, and for many years prior to COVID he travelled to Japan twice a year, completing over 60 classes annually at the world-renowned Bujinkan Hombu Dojo with Hatsumi Sensei and senior Dai Shihan instructors.
His training also includes seminars in the USA and Australia including Tasmania, and in 2005 Rob merged his passions for film and martial arts by producing 4 ninja feature films, a web series, and an award-winning documentary, which received Best Documentary at the LA Film Awards.
For over 30 years, Rob has studied martial arts, and for many years prior to COVID he travelled to Japan twice a year, completing over 60 classes annually at the world-renowned Bujinkan Hombu Dojo with Hatsumi Sensei and senior Dai Shihan instructors.
His training also includes seminars in the USA and Australia including Tasmania, and in 2005 Rob merged his passions for film and martial arts by producing 4 ninja feature films, a web series, and an award-winning documentary, which received Best Documentary at the LA Film Awards.