ABOUT SYSTEMA

Systema (The System) is a complete combat system that encompasses all three levels of human ability:

Physical
Psychological
Psychic

There are no katas or prearranged motions in Systema. Though in Asian systems it is a popular practice to imitate an animal to be closer to nature and be a better fighter but you never see a rabbit imitate a bear for example or a fox imitate a lion. Why should we imitate another living species? We are human, therefore, we should move as humans and not as animals. This is the best and most natural for us to move and think

In Systema, the first movement or reaction that comes to mind is usually the best. To adapt an offensive motion off one's most natural reaction in its purest form is the quickest and most sensible way to learn a fighting skill and allow oneself to possess the most confidence. Therefore, they will be ready in a crises situation where they are required to defend themselves.

Photo taken from independent film "Secrets of Fenville"

Systema is a comprehensive, never-say-die approach to fighting

This fighting system is backed by centuries of evolution

Systema addresses situations that others do not and leaves no stone unturned

I have personally asked other martial art instructors of various styles what they would do in situations where they are faced with edged weapons and multiple attackers. They have all said if the situation gets this far there is nothing you can do and that it is better to train for never getting in those positions in the first place. Systema addresses all the questions that other styles do not have answers to or simply give up on altogether

Once again, this fighting system is a never-say-die approach to real fighting and real survival by bringing together the three levels of human ability: Physical, Psychological and the Psychic.

Systema does this in such a way that makes this martial art unique to all other martial arts in the world.

NO PREVIOUS MARTIAL ART EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED

No belts or uniforms. No katas or stances. No formalities or rituals.

Black Belt Magazine: "No rules, no belts, no nonsense. The System - a fighting art without all the needless baggage."

American Survival Guide: "The techniques are simple and deadly, practical and effective, based on a few unique and powerful principles."

New Mexico Law Enforcement Journal: "Simple, highly effective… truly the only martial art you need to know to live in the real world."