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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


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

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Dec 1, 20242 min read


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

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Nov 24, 20242 min read


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

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Nov 16, 20242 min read


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

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Nov 9, 20243 min read


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

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Nov 3, 20243 min read


Multiple Attackers
How can someone best handle a multiple-attacker situation? The solution to a multiple attackers situation is rooted in principles of...

Emmanuel Manolakakis
Oct 26, 20242 min read
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