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To flourish and grow in a many-sided uncertain and ever changing world that surrounds us, I suggest that we have to make intuitive...

Belief is common. Faith less so. Is it really enough to understand the teachings? Words are easily memorized and repeating is easily confused for wisdom. If it is true that the highest level of Systema is available to any person, then it is also true that they won't be found just in learning. In other words it is not enough to show up to class and just go through the motions by repeating words and movements. "There is something about martial arts that cannot be understood. It

You must have a clear, hearty and open mind to receive Systema. You must be an empty cup. Noble sounding words, but what does it mean to have an empty cup? You have to be able to let go of everything you know about Systema if you wish to learn from a great teacher. How can a student learn form a teacher when the student already believes they know the lesson? In the beginning its normal to cling to 'what you know', but Systema is changing. It moves, it transforms itself, it's

Today, in most fitness programs taught around the world, deep breathing is practically ignored. This is a major mistake as, to me your...

Let’s talk about your ‘psyche’ and touch on some basic concepts to us to use when we are training. A starting points lets take ‘psyche’...

Date: April 30th, 2023 Youth - Starting at 9:30-11:30 AM Adult - Starting at 12:30 – 2:30 PM Cost: $25.00 Pre-booking is required. Send...

Systema emphasizes fluidity, adaptability, and efficiency in self-defense situations. Lets have a look at delivering strikes and focus on...

Canadian National & Provincial Indoor Archery Championships 2023 The 2023 Indoor Archery Season has finally come to an end. Countless...

​ If you cannot control your breathing, life will not fair well for you. When you consider how many bodily functions are regulated through breathing one can never emphasize its importance enough. It keeps the mind calm and focused, regulates core body temperature, and supplies much-needed oxygen to the body. Its importance to self-defense is no different and its relevance can be seen in every class or seminar. ​ Breathing begins by inhaling through the nose and exhaling throu

The process of releasing the bowstring is much more than merely opening the fingers. The bowstring must be allowed to leave the finger...

I am your teacher, and you are studying in my school. My aim is to bring to completion, unhindered, free from compulsive behavior,...

Practice to deliver a strong penetrating punch or strikes. The foundational knowledge about strikes … Type of strikes - single strike,...

Common Recurve Archery Mistakes Shooting too fast Instead of taking it quickly, keep your shot slow, steady, and thoughtful. Slowing down...

Hey Manny, It was so great to see you again. It had been way too long. Thanks for your continued dedication as a thoughtful teacher. As a...

I feel continually blessed to be able to train with such amazing people and instructors in my martial arts pursuits. This past weekend,...

(An email from one of the participants) Hi Emmanuel, This is Eric from the seminar last weekend. First, I wanted to say again that it was...

Staying cool under pressure comes naturally to a few archers, but most people must learn how to handle it. Whether you compete locally or...

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...

Understanding Body Weight In his January, 2020 Systema Seminar in Durham, NC, Emmanuel Manolakakis presented a unique approach toward...