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Recurve Archery - Anchor Point
Archers typically do have a consistent and well-defined anchor point. The anchor point is a crucial part of archery technique and...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Jun 7, 20231 min read


Learning from problems
Stop solving problems for kids! Learning from problems is an important skill for kids to develop. Instead .... Encourage kids to reflect...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Jun 5, 20231 min read


Recurve Archery Release Technique
Recurve archery release refers to the technique used by archers to release the bowstring while shooting with a recurve bow. The release is an important aspect of archery technique as it affects the accuracy and consistency of the shot. There are a few different types of releases used in recurve archery, but I'll explain the most common one called the "finger release." With the finger release, the archer uses three fingers (index, middle, and ring fingers) to draw and release

Emmanuel Manolakakis
May 31, 20231 min read


When Does Class Begin?
To best prepare for learning from a martial arts class you need to start 30-60 minutes before class start time. Getting you mind, body...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
May 30, 20231 min read


The Archery Shot
The two things that form the foundation of all archery techniques are symmetry (that is, balance) and comfort. The former greatly affects...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
May 22, 20231 min read


Have you found your Motivation?
Why are you coming to FightClub? and why do you want to learn Systema? Finding motivation is a highly individual process, as what...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
May 22, 20232 min read


Systema Lessons and Virtues
Teaching lessons and virtues to kids is an important aspect of their overall development. Here is a little video clip of me working with...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
May 16, 20231 min read


Recurve Archery Balance
Balance is an essential aspect of recurve archery technique. Maintaining good balance throughout the shot process helps ensure stability,...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
May 16, 20231 min read


Systema Randomness
One of the things I love about Systema’s training methodology is the is notion of Randomness. Moving in random patterns, exploring...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
May 16, 20232 min read


FC 10 Ring Indoor Archery Tournament
FightClub Tournament Crew April 30th, 2023 “Archery is very like life, there must be intention, action and detachment” Intention You must...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Apr 30, 20232 min read


Face Your Fears
Overcoming fears is a common challenge that many people face at some point in their lives. Training in Systema will can really help you...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Apr 29, 20231 min read


Economy of movement
Economy of movement refers to the concept of using the minimum amount of physical effort or motion required to accomplish a task or...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Apr 29, 20231 min read


Youth in Flow
Flow training, also known as "being in the zone," is a mental state in which a person is fully immersed in an activity, feeling energized...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Apr 26, 20231 min read


Mikhail’s Systema
I remember this workshop like it was yesterday. It was back in 2003, right around when I opened the Fight Club, and Mikhail’s words from...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Apr 19, 20232 min read


Teaching Kids Speed Through Systema
Young kids love to run. Right after they learn how to walk, the very next thing they do is run. For them, it’s the greatest thing in the...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Apr 17, 20231 min read


Archery Focus and Concentration
Archery requires a high level of focus and concentration to hit the target consistently. Archers need to remain calm and focused on their...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Apr 13, 20231 min read


Find Your Systema Flow
The state of flow, also known as being "in the zone," is a mental state in which a person is fully immersed and focused on a task,...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Apr 13, 20231 min read


The Illusion of Control
It is nice to feel in control of what is happening, but there are situations that, despite our best efforts, we cannot control. It would...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Apr 4, 20233 min read


Create the string connection
The way your fingers leave the string during your release is greatly affected by how you position them. However, the importance of the...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Mar 31, 20232 min read


Archery Bow Fitness
This is something of an elephant in the room. Let’s be honest, this is the simplest and most frequently ignored cause of a sloppy...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Mar 31, 20231 min read
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