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In the world of martial arts and self-defence, the spotlight often shines on high kicks, takedowns, and aggressive offence. However,...

The Subtle Power of Offense: A Systema Approach to Attacking with Precision In many martial arts systems, offense is taught through rigid...

In the world of martial arts, training tools often include punching bags, focus mitts, and sparring partners. But in Systema, the Russian...

One of the most unique and powerful aspects of Systema, isn’t in its strikes or takedowns—it’s in how it trains the nervous system. Where...

Martial arts training often focuses on one-on-one combat, but in real-world self-defense situations, attackers rarely come alone. This is...

Breath is the foundation of life, yet in martial arts, it often remains an overlooked aspect of training. Breathwork is not just a tool...

Systema Offensive Applications to Martial Arts and Life Known for its fluidity, adaptability, and efficiency, unlike rigid, pre-planned...

A Boy to A Man I wish to take this chance to pass on mine and my son's first experience of training with Canadian Systema Instructor,...

Incorporates stick work as a versatile tool to develop key principles of movement, awareness, and adaptability. This week will be...

Flexibility After 40: How Regular Stretching Unlocks Health and Longevity Are you over 40 and feeling less spry than you used to? You’re...

In martial arts, pulling and pushing are fundamental concepts that transcend mere physical actions. They reflect deeper principles of...

Muscle Pairs and Movement (Antagonistic Pairs): Muscles work in pairs. One muscle contracts (shortens) to create movement, while the...

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The origins of human movement as it relates to Systema , the Russian martial art, are deeply rooted in a combination of natural...

In Systema , the Russian martial art, training with both speed and slowness plays a critical role in developing key physical, mental, and...

Mobility refers to the ability to adapt, move, and progress through various stages of life and challenges. It embodies physical and...

Training with benches in Systema serves several purposes, primarily enhancing adaptability, movement efficiency, and environmental...

Systema approaches impact and contact training, focusing on developing sensitivity, adaptability, and resilience rather than relying...

Groundwork is essential in martial arts training! Focusing on practical, adaptive movement and relaxation on the ground. Unlike many...

Systema offers unique skills that are well-suited for close protection and personal security. Systema's principles emphasize economy of...