Central Florida Systema

Systema Martial Arts in the Greater Orlando area, FL | CFL Systema

About Our Systema Classes

Come experience true freedom of movement through the powerful and intelligent martial art of Systema. Develop calm, controlled strength under pressure, learn devastatingly effective striking that requires minimal effort, and move with confidence in any situation. Train in an environment of focused practice, mutual respect, and authentic camaraderie where skill, resilience, and inner calm are forged together.

Topics such as punch and kick defense, knife, gun and stick defense are covered in depth along with unique topics such as multiple attackers.

Special emphasis is on breathing and relaxed movement. Nothing is memorized. Technique evolves spontaneously which is unique to this art.

A “side-effect” from this style of training is Personal Development. In other words, you take what you learn, specifics, insights and concepts and apply them to your life. All aspects of life begin to improve as a result of training at Central Florida only Systema school.

You grow as a Martial Artist and a Person.

Kick Defense: The Systema Way

Learn how to deal with front, side, round and other types of kicks from the perspective of the master, Vladimir Vasiliev. Having had the great honor of training with him many times, David takes the principles learned and teaches each person how to defense against these common kicks.

Knife Defense

Master the art of defending yourself against dangerous weapon attacks, from knives and sticks to guns. On the flip side, discover how to turn your opponent’s clothing into powerful tools, using their own attire against them in unexpected ways. This knowledge could be the difference between survival and defeat.

Multiple Opponent Defense

You’ve learned how to defend yourself in one-on-one situations. Now, take it to the next level by mastering defense against multiple opponents at once. In the chaos of a group confrontation, you can still be the last one standing. With the right skills, you’ll turn the odds in your favor.

Health Practices

Throughout history, martial artist first learned to heal before they learned to harm. With Systema, we continue this ancient principle. Learn practical breathing methods, acupressure, movements from Qi Gong, Bagua, Xing Yi and other healing arts. Apply them and what your health dramatically improve.

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