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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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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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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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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
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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
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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
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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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Martial Art TakeDown
Breaking down an opponent’s body structure is fundamental in martial arts. Rather than relying on brute strength, FightClub emphasizes...
Emmanuel Manolakakis
Oct 20, 20242 min read
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Training with Constraints
Training with limitations in martial arts can offer several benefits, fostering mental and physical development. This week, I would like...
Emmanuel Manolakakis
Oct 15, 20242 min read
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Systema Stickwork
The Systema approach to stickwork is rooted in the broader principles of Russian martial arts, focusing on fluidity, adaptability, and...
Emmanuel Manolakakis
Oct 10, 20242 min read
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Eyes Closed Training in Martial Arts
Closing your eyes during martial arts training can offer several benefits that enhance your practice’s mental and physical aspects. Here...
Emmanuel Manolakakis
Oct 6, 20242 min read
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