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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
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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...
Emmanuel Manolakakis
3 days ago3 min read
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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 234 min read
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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 84 min read
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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 223 min read
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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 173 min read
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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 94 min read
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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 82 min read
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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 44 min read
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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 232 min read
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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 202 min read
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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 173 min read
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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 134 min read
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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 82 min read
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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 42 min read
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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
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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
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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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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
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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
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