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Systema Martial Arts Training Helps Heal and Strengthen Your Legs
When people think of martial arts, they often imagine hard sparring, fast kicks, or flashy techniques. But Systema offers something...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
May 1, 20254 min read


"The Wall Never Lies" – Exploring Wall Work in Systema
In the world of martial arts, training tools often include punching bags, focus mitts, and sparring partners. But in Systema, the Russian...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Apr 13, 20254 min read


Wired for Calm: Nervous System Training in Systema
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...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Apr 5, 20252 min read


Handling Multiple Opponents in Systema
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

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Apr 2, 20253 min read


How Systema Leg Work Differs from Other Martial Arts
When it comes to martial arts, footwork and leg movements are crucial for balance, mobility, power generation, and defense. Most martial art

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Mar 23, 20254 min read


Movement in Martial Arts Training
Systema martial art known for its fluidity, adaptability, and natural movement, is more than just a fighting system. It is a...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Mar 8, 20254 min read


Breath Holds: The Hidden Power in Martial Arts
Breath is the foundation of life, yet in martial arts, it often remains an overlooked aspect of training. Breathwork is not just a tool...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Feb 22, 20253 min read


Knife Training in Systema: Mastering the Blade
Knife training is rooted in principles of relaxation, breath control, body positioning, and situational awareness.

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Feb 17, 20253 min read


Setting Priorities in Martial Arts Training
Martial arts is a discipline that requires dedication, focus, and structured development. Whether practicing Systema, Karate, Jiu-Jitsu,...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Feb 9, 20254 min read


Build Strength, Get Strong!
Building Strength in Your Later Years: It’s Never Too Late to Get Strong! Who says strength is only for the young? If you think building...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Feb 8, 20252 min read


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

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Feb 4, 20254 min read


Systema Seminar
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,...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Jan 23, 20252 min read


What Is Mobility?
Hello Centurions! This week we will be studying mobility in the Wednesday night class! The concept of “mobility training” has become a...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Jan 20, 20252 min read


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

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Jan 17, 20253 min read


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

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Jan 13, 20254 min read


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

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Jan 8, 20252 min read


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

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Jan 4, 20252 min read


Healthy and One Hundred
FC Centurion Master the Art of Aging Well – A Proven Path to 100 (and Beyond) Join Us in 2025 and Start Your Journey to 100! January...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Dec 30, 20242 min read


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

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Dec 16, 20242 min read


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

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Dec 10, 20242 min read
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