Russian Martial Art

read moreSince its opening in 1993, visitors from around the world have always been coming for training to our school. Our staff and local students are happy to help, share the knowledge, to offer rides, and enjoy the positive interaction. The durations depends on your objectives and availability. Some visitors drop in for just one class and some move to Toronto to train for a year or more. A concise and intensive course of study could be as follows: every class taken daily for a one month period, that is over 40 group classes.

read moreThe best way to enhance Systema skill level is to receive direct training from the Head Instructors, Mikhail Ryabko and/or Vladimir Vasiliev. Where that is not possible, SVP is an alternative partial option. For SVP, the applicant provides a video clip of themselves. Vladimir Vasiliev will review the footage and provide personal feedback within 1 to 4 weeks (provided that all the requirements listed below are met). NOTE: this program does not guarantee that Systema instructorship will be granted, upgraded or renewed, but only provides a way to get evaluation, feedback and direction.

read moreIf you have checked Systema Schools link and you were not able to find a local Russian Martial Art instructor, you may use this Search feature to find training partners in your area who, while not being certified to teach Systema, have also studied from the instructional films and now wish to practice Russian Systema. You may also form a training group yourself and, if interested, take the appropriate steps to becoming a Russian Martial Art Systema instructor. Once you begin training, if you need any advice or suggestions from Vladimir Vasiliev, please contact him directly at: training@russianmartialart.com.

read moreTo get there by public transit: Take the Yonge Street line north to Finch. You can take any (non-express) Steeles West, Steeles East, or Yonge Northbound bus to Yonge & Steeles. From there, walk north 2 lights to Glen Cameron Rd. 5 - 7 min. To get there from the Toronto International Airport: *You may take a cab from the airport (the fare is approximately $65.00), the ride is approximately 30 to 40 minutes to 39 Glen Cameron Road or use the Toronto public transit (called TTC). Your options are to either walk to the school approx.

read moreThe best introduction to Systema would be to get the Foundation Package consisting of two films, Systema Hand to Hand and Fundamentals of Knife Disarming, along with the book Let Every Breath. As a special offer from Systema Headquarters, enjoy our Combo Packages: 3 DVD - Combo Package, 5 DVD - Combo Package, and 7 DVD - Combo Package as well as many others. Study from at least some of the instructional films and read STRIKES: Soul Meets Body and Let Every Breath in order to have the general understanding of this martial art.

read morePHILOSOPHY: In our classes, seminars, and instructional materials, the objective is to facilitate self-actualization through the learning process of the physical, psychological, and survival skills that are offered by Systema Russian Martial Art. WHO ARE THE STUDENTS: Systema is ideal for people with no martial arts background and is an excellent complementary skill set for soldiers and officers in law enforcement and security, as well as experienced fighters of any martial arts and military backgrounds.

read moreNever have I been exposed to a more complete system of defense than that of Russian Martial Art, operated by Mr. Vasiliev. In the 25 years of martial arts, I have not seen and doubt that I will ever see this level of mastery! I wish I could scream across the whole country and tell everyone that they should open their eyes to this new art. Mr. Vasiliev's techniques and inventive methods of overcoming every conceivable attack are beyond belief. As an experienced martial artist, The System has provided me with a greater knowledge of body mechanics not used in other styles.

read moreVladimir teaches you how to increase your vitality and "power" to survive in all situations.