Interview with Black Belt Hall of Fame member Stephen K. Hayes - Part 1

Sensei Todd Ryotoshi Norcross sits down with one of his 40-year-plus senior teachers, Toshindo founder Stephen K. Hayes. This is Part 1. Much more to come in the coming weeks.
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[@StuartKantor-ss6bn]

I watched this on my TV and commented on my computer. I just want to say there is clear insight with Sensai Hayes. I really enjoyed the insight about the difference in the old days of Japan and modern time with dealing with a confrontation. I found this helped me learn to deal with some matters in a more appropriate way and I thank you Sensai Hayes and Mister Norcross. I really wish we had a Dojo and school like both of yours where I live and it has being a continuing joy learning from your channel. Thank you both for the great Part 1 of the conversation.

[@thedojomartialarts]

It is our pleasure.

[@victorsimpson4487]

Thank you, Mr Norcross, for this interview with An-shu Hayes. Look forward to the next part. Cheers from Ottawa.

[@kevinhouse1960]

Interesting stuff. I thought the explanation of the Anshu title finally made sense. I couldn't agree more about teaching a spiritual/ethical compass along with the physical I look forward to more.

[@zachparade2791]

Thank you for sharing this and future interviews! I’m so grateful that An-shu is still willing to give such candid interviews. I always get something out of them.

[@RainDojo]

I love this guy, still as cool now at 75 as he was back in the late 80's. Thank you guys.

[@thedojomartialarts]

Our pleasure!

[@miketaekwondo1]

Thank you for all of your work, Master Norcross. You do a lot for the community.

[@thedojomartialarts]

Thank you.

[@davefletch3063]

Great points on the what to say aspect. Just like the police use the “ stop resisting “ verbal cue to cover themselves in court after the fact. Makes sense for the regular guy to do the same

[@no_handle_required]

I remember following this guy when I was just a kid, I can't believe he's still around. That's cool.

[@jedironin380]

Thank you for producing these videos! I appreciate hearing the viewpoints of An-Shu Hayes again.

[@thedojomartialarts]

Our pleasure!

[@MyShinobiJourney]

Wonderful first part interview. An-shu Hayes has been a large part of my journey since the 90s. I am looking forward to watching the next installment of interviews.

[@SkeenCharles]

Back in the early 80's while at school, I was very aware of him with the Ninja title. This was especially after I had read Eric van Lustbaders book "Ninja" and was all curious about anything Ninja. I followed-saw Stephen Hayes on martial arts book covers for a few more years.

[@righteousshadowsdojopt.3979]

Is that book good?

[@ruiseartalcorn]

Great interview with a true master :)

[@Kane-ez]

Great interview 🎉🎉

[@jimmitchell6876]

Thank you both! I look forward to watching the rest!

[@righteousshadowsdojopt.3979]

If he dyed his hair he'd look late 50's early 60's. "Just For Men"is Ninja(disguise). Thanks for this interview.

[@noelaxton4941]

Love this! Wonderful, intelligent interview. Looking forward to the part 2 of this.

[@geraldhentrich1211]

Thank you for this video and the wisdom about martial arts, Self-defence and, correct behavior in court. I understand now, the best thing to do is walk away from a fight, because everything I have learned and my experience will work against me in a court of law, most likely. The advantage of martial arts is in my opinion, that the entire body will be trained and kept well functional until old age. Ok, yoga and bodybuilding do the same. And language is very decisive if you dealing with someone, at court of law or in everyday live.

[@thedojomartialarts]

Thank you!

[@Orthp]

Brilliant & legendary

[@fredricclack7137]

mine: Tai Chun Wu Yi☯️

[@Kane-ez]

Great interview 🎉🎉