“H-e-l-l-o my friends!” Like a knife hitting a target perfectly, please meet the world champion knife thrower, Mr. Adam Celadin (pro<strong>no</strong>unced “Shell-a-deen”). Appearances include: The Czech Republic, France, Brazil, Spain, Russia, Hungary, Germany, England, Italy, Austin (TX) and many other places. He travels exhibiting true athletic and artistic skill. Born in 1988 to a business woman and architect father, Celadin looks after Father while he frequently travels. Subtext heard on any of his 600+ videos (on YT): “I had a funny feeling to move back” or, “Something was telling me to change my grip.” Such <strong>no</strong>n-descript statements may be thought unimpressive, but they are the secret behind this world champion. He is one with his target whether it is global domination as a knife thrower, or truly leading as a shining example to knife throwers on a global scale. He can throw in many styles. From butter knives to spears, he can throw anything. Celadin envisions knife and tomahawk throwing joining the X-Games. “If dart throwers can have TV exposure, then so should we!” he exclaims. Of himself, he says “I’m a friendly, <strong>no</strong>rmal guy who wants to achieve a lot and doesn’t give up.” His Czech TV credits include five full-blown TV shows: Self Defense, Destruction Allowed (about weapons), Survival, Extreme Sports and Top 5. Exacting to the tiniest detail, “I used to be a skater with three sponsors; I do my best whether it is knife throwing, sports, producing videos, which I love being around. I can do anything. But mainly I want to be happy.” Each show had an audience of 90-million. When one sees Celadin’s progress and successes, it is Bond-like thrilling. In the world of knife-throwing, it is only whether or <strong>no</strong>t one sticks the blade. As well, ancient this art be, it is anathema to the modern who wants instant gratification. Working hours to get seconds is <strong>no</strong>t for everyone. Celadin is a scrapper. His videos range from the indie looking, <strong>no</strong> title, bursting with enthusiasm 2015 search for targets on foot “because you never k<strong>no</strong>w what you might find.” In a<strong>no</strong>ther, the same trek is endured only to wind up in a veritable Shangrilah of knife targets or well-cut and stacked tree rounds. “We’re in heaven” the master thrower exclaims. A great teacher, he Thrower, knife and target become one in successful performance. It is <strong>no</strong>t abstract Zen; it is ironclad truth experienced by the thrower; k<strong>no</strong>wing the stick will happen before it does. With his trademark black bandana tied around his head, he’s become immortalized <strong>no</strong>t just because of his multiple world championships and records, and Instinctive Knife Throwing Hall of Fame standing. Rather, what distinguishes Celadin is his incredible humility, sense of humor and fearlessness. Adam Celadin is cast in bronze as an award. Having an award made in your image while you are alive? Unique. “ Adam Celadin is a handsome, well-groomed, modern ninja.” 114 VANISH <strong>Magazine</strong> www.<strong>Vanish</strong><strong>Magazine</strong>.com
“ Adam Celadin is definitely boundry-less, like his hero, Jackie Chan.”