About Anthony Haliwell

Anthony Haliwell is an author, speaker, and lifelong martial artist whose work centers on resilience, discipline, and the courage to begin again. Through decades of training in karate and life’s unexpected challenges, he has learned that strength is not just about fighting harder—it’s about breathing, regaining focus, and stepping forward with purpose.

The Karate Foundation

Anthony began training in martial arts at age 5 and has taught, trained, and shared traditional karate-do internationally. The discipline, humility, and mental strength developed through karate became the foundation for how he approaches leadership, family, and personal adversity.

The Personal Journey

Like many people, Anthony’s life has not followed a straight line. He has faced professional challenges, personal setbacks, and moments where starting over felt impossible. Instead of allowing those moments to define him, he used them as fuel to grow stronger—mentally, spiritually, and physically.

The Book

Breathe, Then Step

In his memoir Breathe, Then Step: A Memoir of Karate, Faith, and Starting Over, Anthony shares lessons drawn from martial arts, faith, and real-life experience. The book explores how discipline and resilience can help anyone rise again after life knocks them down.

Speaking & Impact

Today, Anthony speaks about resilience, discipline, leadership, and the mindset required to overcome adversity. His message resonates with athletes, students, professionals, and anyone navigating life’s challenges.

Anthony believes that every setback carries the seed of a new beginning. His philosophy is simple:
Breathe first… then step forward.