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Apr 33 min read

Systema Strikes

Systema is a distinct Russian martial art that stands out for its unique approach. It prioritizes fluidity, adaptability, and relaxation,...

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Emmanuel Manolakakis

Feb 33 min read

Systema Strikes

In Systema, strikes are integral to the martial arts approach to self-defence and combat. Systema emphasizes a holistic and fluid...

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Emmanuel Manolakakis

Jan 203 min read

Biomechanics of Systema

Biomechanics studies the mechanical aspects of human movement, including analyzing the forces and motions that occur during their...

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Emmanuel Manolakakis

Aug 6, 20233 min read

Systema

Systema is a martial art and self-defense system that originated in Russia. It was developed primarily for the Russian military and...

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Emmanuel Manolakakis

Jun 21, 20231 min read

Systema Key Concepts

Systema is a martial art and self-defense system that focuses on practicality, adaptability, and efficiency in combat situations. While...

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Emmanuel Manolakakis

May 16, 20232 min read

Systema Randomness

One of the things I love about Systema’s training methodology is the is notion of Randomness. Moving in random patterns, exploring...

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Emmanuel Manolakakis

Apr 29, 20231 min read

Economy of movement

Economy of movement refers to the concept of using the minimum amount of physical effort or motion required to accomplish a task or...

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Emmanuel Manolakakis

Dec 15, 20221 min read

SYSTEMA Manual

I was just re-reading the SYSTEMA Manual and found this gem of a quote that I missed. #systema #martialarts #martialartstraining “In the...

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Emmanuel Manolakakis

Jul 30, 20221 min read

What does Systema training include?

Training includes, but is not limited to: hand-to-hand combat, grappling, knife fighting, and firearms training. Training involves drills...

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Emmanuel Manolakakis

Aug 15, 20212 min read

Systema and Archery

Emmanuel Win’s a Canadian Indoor National Archery Silver Medal! As many of you may know, I’ve been practicing archery for almost 15...

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Emmanuel Manolakakis

Apr 29, 20213 min read

Systema Breathing

There’s this drill…we all have them….that I just dread. I know its coming and I have to fight myself inside every time. Could it be...

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