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In the world of martial arts, it's easy to become fascinated with the complex—the spinning kicks, intricate locks, or multi-step takedowns. But in Systema, known for its fluidity, adaptability, and focus on natural movement, strength is often found in simplicity. One of the clearest examples of this principle is bench work . At first glance, using a simple wooden bench in martial arts training may seem unusual or even primitive. But in the context of Systema, the bench become

In the world of martial arts, there’s often a lot of noise about techniques, tactics, and toughness. But if you’ve spent any time on the...

Summer has officially landed in Toronto — and it’s not pulling any punches. At FightClub, we’re no strangers to training in real-life...

Unlock Your Confidence: Why Self Defence Training in Toronto Is More Important Than Ever In a fast-paced city like Toronto , knowing how...

Here are essential tips to elevate your Systema knife training game. Stay Relaxed—Seriously Tension is your enemy. When a knife is...

“The Strongest People Don’t Force It. They Flow” Life often feels like one long game of “don’t-panic-you’ve-got-this,” right? From personal problems to work stress to the occasional grocery store meltdown (because who actually remembers to grab the eggs?), it’s easy to think we can power our way through everything by sheer force of will. We get tense, we grind, we push, we shove … and somehow, it doesn’t always work out the way we want. But here’s a thought: What if instead o

If you’ve ever watched a Russian martial artist moving with a stick and thought, “Wait... is that guy dancing or fighting?” — you're not...

Stick Training: More Than Just A Martial Arts Tool If you’re into movement culture, breathwork, or just looking for a practice that...

In the world of internal martial arts, few concepts are as quietly powerful and deeply transformative as wave work . In Systema, known...

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 where Systema's fluid movements and adaptive approach, stands out. One of the key aspects of Systema training is learning how to handle multiple opponents simultaneously. This practice offers numerous benefits, both physically and mentally, that extend far beyond the training mats. When facing multiple opponents, awareness is paramount. Unl

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...

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...