Shihan Andy Martin came to study "The Bujinkan" system after diligent training in a number of other martial arts such as Tae Kwon Do, Muy Thai boxing and Kempo. These martial arts are certainly respected, however, the Bujinkan system provides a more holistic approach to understanding “Budo”. This search for greater meaning led Shidoshi Martin to become a student of Dr. Masaaki Hatsumi, Soke of the Bujinkan system. Andy Martin, Shihan in the Bujinkan system, has more than 26 years of training and life experiences in the martial arts. For the past 18 years, Andy has been focusing on teaching others as a part of his overall martial arts studies.

There have been many books in which Hatsumi sensei is interviewed about or writes regarding the martial arts, but in "Ninpo: Wisdom for Life", the number of topics discussed is overwhelming! From diet to personal relationships, the Grandmaster reveals his unique thoughts and views on them all. In addition to philosophy, there are many references to and descriptions of techniques and methods of taijutsu and ninpo. Masaaki Hatsumi, founder of the International Bujinkan Hombu Dojo, shares with the reader his philosophy and insights into the martial arts and the world around us. From his teacher, Toshitsugu Takamatsu, Hatsumi Sensei received the title of Sôke (grandmaster) of Togakure ryu ninpô, Shinden Fudo ryu, Kukishinden ryu, Gyokko ryu and several other warrior traditions. This work was originally available only in Japanese and is now, for the first time ever, available in English. Authorized by Hatsumi himself, the color cover, five (5) chapters, and approx. 200 pages of writing will provide you insight and wisdom for life.