His relationship
with Eneoda Sensei – his guide and mentor for thirty years
Failing his
first ever grading – and the reasons why he never failed again
Fighting in the
KUGB Nationals and as part of the national team
Living and
training in Japan – particularly his time in the infamous ‘Hornet’s
Nest’, the JKA Instructors class, training alongside such greats as
Osaka, Sensei, Iida Sensei, Tabata Sensei and Tanaka Sensei
Regular sparring
sessions with Yahara Sensei
Why Master
Nakayama was a giant and a genius
His first
meeting with Stan Schmidt Sensei
Learning to
become a Sensei in his own right
His relationship
with Mick Dewey
Establishing his
famous Brighton Dojo and, later, the Academy of Shotokan Karate
His attitudes
and approach to training and combat.
However, this is far more than just a Karate
book. Dave is as well known in the tough streets, bars and clubs of
the East End of London as he is in the best Karate dojo. In chapters with
such headings as ‘A room full of Daves, a box of chocolates and a sawn-off
shotgun’, ‘I’ll end up on Death Row and you’ll fly home to your
palace!’, and ‘If you want to fight him, you’ve got to fight me first’, Dave
shares many of his adventures and experiences of real fighting. He
also talks openly about his personal life, his family, friends, loves and
losses, and the private battles he continues to face. Whilst some of the
material may not be suitable for youngsters, many of the stories are told
with great humour as Dave’s natural gift for story-telling shines through on
every page.
Born Fighter is Dave Hazard’s humorous, insightful, inspiring, violent
and occasionally tragic story. Above all else, it is unflinchingly honest –
and through Dave’s honesty we are reminded that the greatest battle we all
face is with ourselves.
This book, due for release in October 07 is expected to be one of the most
exciting books of the year. Pre-order your copy (£17.99 - Hardback) online
or instore from WHSMITH, WATERSTONES or most other good book stores to
ensure that on release day you'll be one of the first in line to read the
autobiography of one of the greatest living Martial Artists in the World.