Podcast appearances and mentions of vladimir vasiliev

Welcome to Protecting Your Nest with Dr. Tony Hampton. Dan Sykes is an entrepreneur, filmmaker, and bodyworker. He is a Systema Bodywork Instructor, certified by Mikhail Ryabko at Systema HQ – Moscow, Russia; as well as a Systema Martial Arts Instructor, Certified by Vladimir Vasiliev at Systema HQ – Toronto, Canada. He is also the author of Somatic Fanatic—a book about how training his nervous system with the masters helped him to overcome his midlife crisis. In this discussion, Dr. Tony and Dan talk about: (03:02) The meaning, purposes, and history of somatic training (14:22) Why Dan chose to focus on somatic training as his life's work (24:22) How somatic training can help with outlook, mood, and mental health (31:00) How Dan's somatic training system works (35:51) How to determine wether to being with vigorous or gentle training (40:54) The process of progressing through somatic training, and what success looks like in somatic training (46:40) Some of the methods employed in somatic training (56:10) Wether it is possible to completely heal from trauma (01:01:05) How somatic training fits into holistic health Thank you for listening to Protecting Your Nest. For additional resources and information, please see the links below.    Links:   Dan Sykes: Instagram Somatic Training Network Somatic Lab Somatic Fanatic   Dr. Tony Hampton: Linktree Instagram Account LinkedIn Account Ritmos Negros Podcast Q Med Symposium for Metabolic Health Lectures

Matt Hill is the owner of the Systema Academy in Wiltshire, England. Matt has a long history in martial arts, starting with Aikido, training under Morihiro Saito Sensei in Japan in the early 90s. From there he joined the Parachute Regiment leaving as a Captain in 2003. After this he started training in Systema under Vladimir Vasiliev and now teaches Systema, Bushcraft and leads groups trekking through jungles all around the world. Matt was kind enough to give me a 1-1 in Systema before we recorded this podcast at his academy, where he focused on the four pillars of Systema - breathing, relaxation, posture and movement. We discuss all these things in the podcast as well as the next destination for Matt's jungle trek. Links: Systema Academy: https://www.matthill.co.uk/

Glenn Murphy, author and Founder of NC Systema, talks with J about the Russian martial art of Systema and the intersection of self-defense and self-development. They discuss the origins and history of Systema, Glenn's background in other types of martial arts, the limitations of over adherence to form, Vladimir Vasiliev and Mikhail Ryabko, practices that cultivate seeing what suggests itself, remaining calm when someone punches you in the face, breathing as a Rosetta stone for regulating state, and experiencing yourself as part of nature.   To subscribe and support the show… GET PREMIUM.   Check out J's other podcast… J. BROWN YOGA THOUGHTS.  

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3 Benefits of Breath Training Improve mental capacity Improve blood PH Detox Resources The Wim Hof Method Breath - By James Nestor Breathing for Warriors: Learn the Secrets of Pro Athletes, First Responders, and Coaches to Unlock the Path to Endurance, Strength, Precision, and an Unshakable Mental Game - by Dr. Belisa Vranich, Brian Sabin, The oxygen advantage - By Patrick McKeown Just Breathe: Mastering Breathwork for Success in Life, Love, Business, and Beyond - by Dan Brule Let Every Breath... Secrets of the Russian Breath Masters - by Vladimir Vasiliev

Anatoly Shalyto is a Russian scientist, Doctor of Science, Professor of computer science, and the Head of the Department of Programming Technologies at ITMO University. In 2008, he was awarded by the Government of the Russian Federation for achievements in the field of education. Also, by the Decree of the President of the Russian Federation of March 15, 2018, Anatoly was awarded a state award - the badge of distinction "For mentoring". This honorary award, established by Vladimir Putin's decree of March 2, 2018, was awarded for the first time to three people in the country, including Anatoly. This award recognizes services in the professional development and mentoring of young professionals. Since 1991, ITMO University has created a powerful school for training the world's best programmers according to ICPC (ITMO University is the only seven-time champion of this championship in the world). Anatoly has been teaching at ITMO University since 1998 at the Departments of Computer Technology and Programming Technologies. Through the efforts of the organizers of this direction, Vladimir Vasiliev and Vladimir Parfenov, with the active participation of Anatoly and his colleagues in the university have grown a group of outstanding software developers who have created the world's first 4G communicator (Yota by Skartel), the Kotlin programming language (the second official programming language for Android applications) and cryptocurrency software Cardano. Thanks to the scientific school they created, ITMO University ranked 56th in the Times Higher Education ranking in computer science in 2016, 76th in 2017, 71st in 2018, 74th in 2019, and 74th in 2021 in this nomination according to the QS World University Ranking. However, Professor Shalyto considers his main achievement to be his initiative to retain the most talented students at the university after graduation. Now at ITMO University, next to Parfenov and Shalyto, five champions and two prize-winners of the ICPC world programming championships are constantly working, as well as a large number of other young and talented scientists who successfully carry out research in such areas as bioinformatics and systems biology, machine learning, evolutionary computation, discrete optimization, programming technologies, including Automata-Based Programming. FIND ANATOLY ON SOCIAL MEDIA LinkedIn | Facebook | VKontakte © Copyright 2022 Den of Rich. All rights reserved.

Anatoly Shalyto is a Russian scientist, Doctor of Science, Professor of computer science, and the Head of the Department of Programming Technologies at ITMO University. In 2008, he was awarded by the Government of the Russian Federation for achievements in the field of education. Also, by the Decree of the President of the Russian Federation of March 15, 2018, Anatoly was awarded a state award - the badge of distinction "For mentoring". This honorary award, established by Vladimir Putin's decree of March 2, 2018, was awarded for the first time to three people in the country, including Anatoly. This award recognizes services in the professional development and mentoring of young professionals.Since 1991, ITMO University has created a powerful school for training the world's best programmers according to ICPC (ITMO University is the only seven-time champion of this championship in the world). Anatoly has been teaching at ITMO University since 1998 at the Departments of Computer Technology and Programming Technologies. Through the efforts of the organizers of this direction, Vladimir Vasiliev and Vladimir Parfenov, with the active participation of Anatoly and his colleagues in the university have grown a group of outstanding software developers who have created the world's first 4G communicator (Yota by Skartel), the Kotlin programming language (the second official programming language for Android applications) and cryptocurrency software Cardano. Thanks to the scientific school they created, ITMO University ranked 56th in the Times Higher Education ranking in computer science in 2016, 76th in 2017, 71st in 2018, 74th in 2019, and 74th in 2021 in this nomination according to the QS World University Ranking.However, Professor Shalyto considers his main achievement to be his initiative to retain the most talented students at the university after graduation. Now at ITMO University, next to Parfenov and Shalyto, five champions and two prize-winners of the ICPC world programming championships are constantly working, as well as a large number of other young and talented scientists who successfully carry out research in such areas as bioinformatics and systems biology, machine learning, evolutionary computation, discrete optimization, programming technologies, including Automata-Based Programming.FIND ANATOLY ON SOCIAL MEDIALinkedIn | Facebook | VKontakte================================PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://www.uhnwidata.com/podcastApple podcast: https://apple.co/3kqOA7QSpotify: https://spoti.fi/2UOtE1AGoogle podcast: https://bit.ly/3jmA7ulSUPPORT & CONNECT:Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/denofrichTwitter: https://www.instagram.com/denofrich/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denofrich/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denofrich

After a short break (and an extended, three-week road trip across the USA), we return this week with Menamy Mitanes - Systema and BJJ Instructor at The Academy Beverly Hills and Systema Los Angeles. In this, Menamy's second appearance on the podcast, we delve beyond his personal story and get into the core training philosophies of the martial arts - about which Menamy is more than qualified to speak. With a pedigree that includes JKD and FMA (under Dan Inosanto), BJJ (under Rigan Machado), and Systema (under Martin Wheeler and Vladimir Vasiliev), Menamy is a truly prolific student and teacher of the martial arts. For context, this interview followed a weekend seminar Menamy taught in Greenville, South Carolina, attended by Glenn and several of the NC Systema Crew. Here, we get into:- core similarities (and differences) in approach: FMA, BJJ, and Systema - training for self defence versus training for competition- the dangers of "faith in tradition" and of "go hard or go home" approaches- why high-level external skill must (and can only) emerge from internal understanding Find out more about training with Menamy at www.systemalosangeles.com and www.theacademybeverlyhills.com, and follow Menamy on Facebook at www.facebook.com/SystemaLA Mentioned in this episode:Interview with George Saint-Pierre on the Lex Fridman podcast4-day East Coast Masterclass NC, with Martin Wheeler (Oct 21-24, 2021)

Well here we are - we made it to the end of 2020 - some of us limping to the finish, but across the line, nonetheless. Among all the challenges and problems we faced this year, I was grateful for the enjoyable and thought-provoking conversations that the Systema For Life podcast provided, and grateful for the opportunity to slow down, think more deeply, and reach out to guests I otherwise may never have considered. This year, we had a wider range of guests and topics on the show, ranging from the collected wisdom of expert Systema Instructors like Vladimir Vasiliev and Emmanuel Manolakakis, to the musings of scientists and academics on fields relating to Systema practice. We had doctors, historians, philosophers, one professor of indigenous knowledge, and - entirely coincidentally -two former British Commandos. All waxing lyrical on what it means to breathe, move, think, train, stay healthy, stay prepared, and thrive in an uncertain world. I hope you enjoy this selection of conversations from the last 12 months of podcasts, and that it might inspire you to go back and listen to any that you may have missed, or perhaps mine some of these episodes for hidden gems of wisdom. This selection includes: Tyson Yonkaporta on the necessity of understanding violence Emmanuel Manolakakis on finding renewed creativity and focus through solo training Joe Gehr on threat and risk assessment during the pandemic Alberto Nacif on concrete lifestyle measures you can take to ensure robust health Vladimir and Valerie Vasiliev on not waiting for superheroes to rescue you Once again, I’d like to thank all our listeners for staying with us, and especially our supporters and patrons, who have kept the podcast afloat through the last year, and continue to do so with monthly donations via Patreon or PayPal. If you have enjoyed the show this year, you can spare a few bucks each month, and you would like to help to ensure its survival of the show into 2021, please visit ncsystema.com/support today, and become a Systema For Life supporter today.

Russian martial arts teacher Vladimir joins me to discuss Systema, health, aikido, fear, fight and flight, breathing, community, family and context, 911, fighting evil, post COVID fighting, protesting and more. A lovely vibrant one. https://systemavasiliev.com/store/

Born in England, Martin Wheeler walked into his first training hall at the age of nine, a Judo class at the local YMCA in his hometown of Paignton, Devon. At age sixteen he began training in the Hawaiian street fighting system of Ed Parker's Karate, at the ‘doorman's academy' in the same town.  There, he was introduced to Kenpo in bare-knuckle sparring sessions. A year later at the age of seventeen, he began working at the local clubs as a bouncer in a town renowned for its late-night street fighting. A profession he continued for the next ten years in clubs from London to the U.S. Forged from his experiences, twenty years later, after also studying Boxing, Judo, Thai-boxing and Filipino weapons fighting in his desire to find the most effective street fighting system, Martin met Vladimir Vasiliev, the former Russian Special Operative demonstrating Systema at a seminar and knew he had witnessed something strange, unique and absolutely lethal in any environment. After over two decades of training in Systema Martin now teaches his highly effective combat solutions from his training facility at The Academy Beverly Hills. Train with him personally at THE ACADEMY BEVERLY HILLS or visit the SEMINARS section to experience his unique perspective on hand-to-hand combat.In this episode, Dean Newlund and Martin Wheeler discuss:Intuition and self-awareness.The inner self relating to outer performance.The physicality used on the mat and how it relates to the rest of your life.The negative effects of stress on the bodyKey Takeaways:Accessing the intuition you already have can bring more intuitive tendencies and abilities.Get in touch with yourself, what does intuition mean to you, and what triggers it?Let your intention guide your intuition.Learning to not internalize on hold onto stress. "Be good at releasing the external problem and the internal reaction."—  Martin Wheeler Mentioned: Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers         The Inner Game of Tennis See Dean's TedTalk “Why Business Needs Intuition” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEq9IYvgV7I Connect with Martin Wheeler:  Website: wheelersystema.com    Connect with Dean:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkwWebsite: https://www.mfileadership.com/The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/Twitter: https://twitter.com/deannewlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/Email: dean.newlund@mfileadership.comPhone: 1-800-926-7370

This week, a frank and friendly chat with verteran martial artist and founder of Tampa Systema, Kenny Gonzalez.Before finding Systema, Kenny was a former military police officer, Army Tae Kwon Do champion, and expert instructor in both American Kenpo and Filipino Kali. He now lives, teaches, and hosts seminars in coastal, Florida. Here, he we talk about:His personal journey, from streetfights to SystemaMeeting the masters - Vladimir Vasiliev and Mikhail RyabkoThe primacy of a strong foundation in training and fightingAdapting to Covid, and keeping his training aliveFind out more about training with Kenny at tampasystema.com. Mentioned in this episode:Sign up for the 4-day Defining Moment Seminar with Martin Wheeler (Sarasota, FL, Dec 3-6) here.

This week, a deep dive into aspects of internal training, with Toronto-based Systema Instructor and founder of Gaian Heart, Jamie Lippiatt. Jamie is a personal student of Vladimir Vasiliev and Emmanuel Manolakaki, and teaches regularly at Systema HQ in Toronto. He has also made several extended trips to Moscow to train with the inimitable Mikhail Ryabko and his instructors there.An accomplished martial artist even before coming to Systema, Jamie is a past member of the Canadian National Judo Team, a 2x Canadian Brazilian Jiu Jitsu champion, a 4x Toronto Wrestling Champion, and certified Israeli Special Forces 707 Krav Maga Instructor. Here, we discuss his path into Systema, and some of the deeper insights he has gained along the way. Including: Searching for unifying principles within the martial arts Understanding tension as a psychological phenomenon The concepts of pressure, weight, and body unity The dangers of creating a "box" for yourself in training The essential goal: freedom from the self A rich and varied discussion, and one serious trainees won't want to miss.  Jamie is currently offering a series of three workshops on Breathing, Movement, and Application through Gaian heart online. For details, visit http://gaianheart.com and subscribe to their event newsletter.

This week, in the midst of the global COVID-19 shutdown, we talk with Senior Systema Instructor, Founder of FightClub Toronto, and all-round great bloke Emmanuel Manolakakis.  An uplifting conversation that vacillates between honest, tough-love advice and finding diamonds of positivity in the undeniable rough.Along the way, we discuss: differing emotional responses to the reality of the pandemic why the emphasis of your training must (and should) change right now the benefits of enforced creativity and motivation concrete advice for students and Instructors during the weeks and months ahead online and physical resources for solo training Mentioned in this episode:Weekly workshops with Vladimir Vasiliev at Systema HQ
Daily classes and specialized mental training with Emmanuel at FightclubStay safe, strong and healthy, my friends.

This week, a very special episode of Systema For Life, in which we talk to renowed Systema Master and Founder of Systema HQ , Toronto, Vladimir Vasiliev. This interview was conducted on behalf of the leading international martial arts magazine, Black Belt. An edited version appears in print, in the April/May edition of the magazine (get yours now!). This episode represents the entire, unedited interview. Vladimir needs no introduction - known throughout the Systema world, and a living legend of the global martial arts community. No surprise, then, that this is his third cover article in Black Belt to date.The topic was training for combat versus competition. In this, we covered a lot of ground. Including: Vladimir's background in boxing, karate, and Russian military combatives tension, telegraphy, and visibility in combat the benefits and pitfalls of sporting competition: confidence vs ego real-life accounts of Systema in action Order your copy of Black Belt magazine at https://blackbeltmag.comSign up for the Fit To Fight multi-day immersion camp with Vladimir Vasiliev at https://russianmartialart.com/camp.php Visit Systema HQ Toronto, or purchase downlaodable instructional films at https://russianmartialart.com

“Attain a greater balance of Love, Wisdom, and Power through a method of practice and internal development in awakening your true potential and innate power. Align with your higher self and reinforce the energy states of being you truly prefer. Journey the path of self-mastery by owning your shadow and liberating the great light within.” – Casey Lake Casey Lake is a martial arts instructor, spiritual guide, and trainer and practitioner of practices stemming from his background of transpersonal hypnotherapy and neuro-linguistic programming, and over a decade’s experience in Chinese, Japanese, and Russian martial arts and healing systems. Having received extensive training in Eastern and Western esoteric schools of philosophical and mystical development, Casey is a student and teacher dedicated to knowing and exploring all sides of oneself and synthesizing all experience into integrated self-knowledge and true awakened wisdom. As an accomplished martial artist and coach, Casey holds ranks and certificates in over 5 styles of Chinese, Japanese, and Russian Martial Arts and holds over 15 black belt ranks and titles. He has taught, operated, and owned martial schools since he was 21 years old and has traveled around the world teaching and training with the masters. Casey began his training at the age of 13 in Seibukan Jujutsu and later became an Uchideshi (Apprentice student) under Julio Toribio -Kancho. He studied and became a 7th Dan in Seibukan Jujutsu, a 7th Dan in Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu (Ninjutsu), a 4th Dan in Enshin itto Ryu Battojutsu (Sword Art) and received much training in Aikido and Karate. He spent many years fully emerged in the Japanese styles and traveled to Japan many times to train with many Grand Masters such as the living Ninja Hatsumi Massaaki -Soke, Machida Kenshinsai -Kancho, and others. Around his early 20's, Casey started picking up different styles of Chinese martial arts, especially Baguazhang, and continues to practice Yang Style Tai chi as well. He studies with Sifu Dr. Jerry Alan Johnson and his Brother Sifu Dr. Kelly Lake in the Daoist styles of Martial Art, Nei Gong, Chi Gong, Mysticism, and Internal Alchemy. These styles have drastically influenced his overall practice and personal cultivation methods for internal power and self-realization.  Additionally, after a friend gave him some copies of Vladimir Vasiliev training videos, the Founder of Systema -Russian Martial Art, Casey discovered a passion for this dynamic, creative, and holistic system of development which became his main style for many years. From 2013 to 2017, he ran the Integrative Martial Arts Academy in Seaside, CA where he led martial arts, fitness, and coaching classes and hosted international seminars. Casey has had many trainings in various other martial arts and has always sought to have a beginner’s mind and learn as much as he can from styles such as boxing, MMA, Mantis, Wing Chun, and influences such as Yoga, Gymnastics, Parkour, Shooting, and Outdoor Wilderness Survival.    Casey’s passion is helping ignite light within all people for an enlightened civilization through core spiritual wisdom teachings, meditation, martial arts, and hypnosis and trance consciousness.  He has been fascinated with the power of consciousness and the mind’s ability to generate higher levels of human experience and enhanced mental programming for greater success and self-mastery. Hypnotherapy is guided hypnosis, a trance-like state of consciousness achieved with the help of a hypnotherapist to bring about the internal work of healing and the fine-tuning of self to what we truly desire. This trance-like state is similar to being completely absorbed in a book, movie, music, or even one's own thoughts or meditation, akin to a deep daydream-like experience with a heightened perspective of self. In this state, clients can turn their attention completely inward to find and utilize the natural resources deep within themselves that can help them make changes or regain control in certain areas of their life. Casey offers hypnotherapy for clients struggling with trauma, addictions, and phobias; inner child therapy and shadow work; enhancing performance in health, relationships, and business; as well as other contexts. Drawing from time-tested ancient awakening teachings, tools, and methods, Casey is optimistic in the progression and evolution of world consciousness through helping all people transform old patterns of fear and illusion into personal freedom and awakened power so they may take action and be in full harmony with who they really are. He has been a dedicated student in spiritual and personal development his whole life and gains deep joy from direct time spent with others at his classes, retreats, and one-on-one coaching/therapy sessions in healing and transformation, expanding consciousness, heart, and life. Join us in conversation with this gifted student and teacher!

This week, we chat with Dimitri Trufanov of Systema: Russian Martial Art Chicago - engineer, father of three, Systema instructor, and Russian translator for numerous Systema seminars, articles, and training videos.Russian by birth, but training in America since 2003, Dimitri has enjoyed an uncommon level of access to three of our style's greatest masters - Mikhail Ryabko, Vladimir Vasiliev, and Konstantin Komarov - and gained some serious wisdom along the way. Here, we talk about: How he found Systema - or how Systema found him His pivotal moment - a 1-1 private lesson with Mikhail Ryabko in Moscow Systema as a constructivist, body-centered teaching method Healing the elderly, tempering the young How Systema restored both his humanity and his eyesight! A fascinating account, not to be missed. Find out more about training with Dimitri via the Systema Vasiliev website, or at http://www.systemarussianmartialart.com    

This episode, another health-focused chat with Howard Jacobson - Systema aficionado, podcaster, and co-founder of WellstartHealth.com.Here, we go deep on the subject of healing, including: Western pathology-based medicine vs traditional paradigms of healing Psychoimmunlogy and the Placebo Effect Systema health practices in relation to Ayurveda, Chinese Medicine, and other modalities Cultivating pliability, vitality, and antifragility in the body using Systema to inlfuence the mind through the body Mentioned in this epsiode:PlantYourself episode with Dr Wayne JonasLet Every Breath by Vladimir VasilievSystema Healing by Matt HillBreath Work: 30 Breathing Exercises by Gene Smithson

This week, more deep insights on the Against Tension seminar, hosted by Systema HQ Toronto in August 2019. Your guest commentator? Your guest commentator? None other than Senior Systema Instructor - and Founder of Fight Club Toronto - Emmanuel Manolakakis. A veteran Instructor and direct student of Vladimir Vasiliev for over 25 years, Emmanuel always presents a fresh and fascinating perspective on Systema training. In this interview, we talk about: His overall impressions of the seminar The importance of looking at things with fresh eyes, and a beginner's mind How fine details (if you can see them) make the difference between competence and mastery The difference between functional relaxation (or "relaxing forward") and physical/psychological collapse Much to chew on, here. Many thanks to Manny for taking the time to share his insights. Find out more about training with Manny - and follow his Fight Pod podcast - at http://www.fight-club.ca/Emmanuel Manolakis will be coming to NC SYSTEMA (Durham, NC) the weekend of January 25-26 2019, for part II of his Systema Explorations seminar series. This year's theme is progressing from Preparation and Play to Control. If you missed last year's seminar - no worries - attending Part I is not required in order to attend Part II. This is a stand-alone event, and there will be a recap of last year's themes and concepts. So whatever you do, don't miss this one! To find out more or register online, visit ncsystema.com/events

  A rare, double-whammy for the podcast this week, as we join Systema Iowa Instructor Lance Rewarts and Senior Systema Instructor Martin Wheeler. Recorded during the recent Against Tension seminar at Systema HQ Toronto, Lance and Martin share their insights from the weekend, and offer windows into the genius of our shared Instructor, Vladimir Vasiliev. Along the way, we cover: Lance's path from Judo and Hapkido to Systema Systema and Systems Engineering - robustness, efficiency, power Power as a natural state of being and thinking The primacy of studying fear, ego, and tension, vs cultivating ideas about movement Necessarily concise - as we were about to race off and train for a second day with Vladimir - this was nonetheless a powerful, eye-opening discussion. Find out more about training with Lance at iowasystema.com, and with Martin at http://wheelersystema.com Martin Wheeler seminars mentioned in this episode: 4-day Masterclass Los Angeles on October 3-6 20194-day Masterclass North Carolina, October 10-13 20192-day Wheeler Strikes! seminar in Des Moines, IA, Nov 16-17 2019Sign up online by clicking the links above, or copy-pasting the URLs below:wheelersystema.com/event/los-angeles-masterclassncsystema.com/events/4daymasterclass iowasystema.com  

Who is Philip Proctor: Phil is a Leo with a Gemini rising. Actor/writer/singer/producer/VO artist member of the thrice-Grammy-nominated Firesign Theatre, recognized as one of the “Thirty Greatest Acts of All Time” with a recording in the Library of Congress. He’s appeared on-and-off Broadway, on street corners in the USSR with the Yale Russian Chorus, in many local and regional theatres, on radio, and in scores of films, video games and TV shows. He’s won Theatre World, LA Weekly, LA Free Press and Drama Critics’ awards, and his voice credits include Toy Story, Spirited Away, Monsters, Inc., Seahorse Bob in Finding Nemo, the Drunken French Monkey in Dr. Dolittle, Dr. Vidic in Assassin’s Creed, and Howard DeVille in the Emmy-winning Rugrats, with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He is currently featured in the independent films Window of Opportunity, Charityand The Love Addict and tours in a one-man reading of Don Quixote with the L.A. Guitar Quartet. And a 15-year member of the acclaimed Antaeus Theatre in Los Angeles California. And you may remember Phil channeled Timothy Leary on an earlier episode of Project Woo Woo. So check that episode out when you finish with Micha... I can call him that he told me so! Phil's Website!   Who is Mikhail Baryshnikov: Besides being one of the sexiest men alive Micha(I can call him that) is a Soviet-born Russian and American dancer, choreographer, and actor. He is often cited alongside Vaslav Nijinsky, Rudolf Nureyev and Vladimir Vasiliev as one of the greatest male ballet dancers in ever. In his quest to explore contemporary dance, he moved to Canada in 1974 and later to the USA. After spending years as a freelance dance artist, he served as the primary dancer and later as the dance director of prestigious New York City Ballet and the American Ballet Theatre. In 1990, he co-founded a touring company of dancers named ‘White Oak Dance Project’. He has also made several appearances in television and films.   How to show love to Project Woo Woo: Click here to buy Lisa a cup of joe.   This episode was also supported by Amazon. Click on this link --> Amazon any time you need to make an Amazon purchase. A small percentage of your purchase will support the show (no extra cost to you).  I receive an affiliate commission from some of the links above. Go get your free be happier than all your friends morning routine over here --> Project Woo Woo Listen to Lisa's other podcasts at Love Bites & Honestly Lisa      

This episode, a frank and heartfelt discussion on the practice and benefits of Systema with Ivan Butsan - longtime student of Vladimir Vasiliev and an Instructor at Russian Martial Art HQ, Toronto. Few who have trained with Ivan at HQ will forget the experience. He is at once a powerhouse of structure, a skilled opponent, and for those who are open to his insights, a generous teacher and training partner. He is also the author and presenter of a popular Systema Blog, detailing lessons and principles he has learned at HQ. Here, we talk at length about: his first impressions of Systema how and why he started his Systema Blog the relationship between physical and psychological practice (including "energy work") why it's important to tailor your Systema (for proper fit) why he hates the phrases "stay loose" and "self defense"! Check out Ivan's YouTube Channel here, and visit the accompanying Systema Blog at www.systemablog.com

This week, a very special episode for Systema For Life, as I talk with the man responsible for bringing Systema to North America, and my own teacher - the inimitable Vladimir Vasiliev. Better yet, he is joined here by his wife, co-founder for Russian Martial Arts Headquarters (Toronto), and driving force of HQ operations, Valerie Vasiliev.  Recorded after class, during a recent weeklong trip to Toronto, this extended interview offers invaluable advice from the head of our System, and insight into the people and principles behind it. Topics covered include:- the changing face of Systema, over the last 25 years- the increasing popularity and contribution of women to Systema practice worldwide- the rationale behind the instructional books and videos- Vladimir and Valerie's hopes for the future of SystemaWith humble thanks to Vladimir and Valerie for making time for this interview, and to everyone who continues to support the Systema For Life podcast. Find out more about training at RMA HQ Toronto at www.russianmartialart.com, and purchase books, DVDs, and downloadables - including the superb new book from HQ, EDGE: Secrets of the Russian Blade Masters - at https://systemavasiliev.com/store/

This week, a spirited conversation with author, technologist, Tai Chi Instrcutor, and Systema devotee Scott Meredith.  Scott is the co-author and editor of Vladimir Vasiliev's phenomenal trilogy of Systema books - Let Every Breath, Strikes: Soul Meets Body, and Edge. As such, he has enjoyed the rare privilege of many hours, days, and weeks in the company of mastery, and has much to say about just how unique Systema is as a martial training methodology. Here, we discuss:- How he found his way to Systema, and helped to spread the word worldwide- How he views the books, and the process by which he wrote them with the Vasilievs- His sense of awe and admiration in working with Vladimir- How he juggles a high-tech job and life with personal practice Purchase the superb new book, Edge online (along with Strikes, and Let Every Breath) at https://systemavasiliev.com/store/product-category/books-publications/ View Scott's catalog of (non-Systema) martial arts books on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=scott+meredith+books

Deep discussion with veteran Systema Instructor and Founder of Roots Dojo / Systema School of Warrior Arts, Vali Majd. Vali has been training Systema with Vladimir Vasiliev for almost as long as Vlad has been teaching - nearly 25 years. In addition to his security work and training first responder groups, he runs a full-time Systema school on remote Denman Island, British Columbia, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Here, we talk at length about his experiences in training Systema - from the early, brutal dayswith Vlad's orginal Toronto group, to the deep, focused training he explores today. Along the way, we cover: the shared roots of martial arts, and the importance of training the basics the importance of periodization, taking the longview in training why he runs an epic 8-year cycle of instruction at his woodland paradise retreat the role of spirituality in martial arts how to ensure that you’re training for the reality of physical violence, while avoiding straying into fighting for pride, vanity, or pleasure Find out more about training with Vali, and the 3-month internship program at Roots Dojo, here: http://rootsdojo.com/systema/

Argentinian-born Herman Cornejo joined the American Ballet Theatre almost two decades ago, rising through the ranks to principal dancer in 2003. His stellar career has seen him dance all the major roles, working with an impressive roster of choreographers and artists, receiving multiple nominations, awards and distinctions. And he's just about to add another award to the collection, with the honour of the prestigious 'Positano Premia la Danza' 2018 Award as a 'Dancer of the Year'. Herman Cornejo and Alessandra Ferri. Photo by Lucas Chilczuk Herman follows an esteemed line of dancers who have been bestowed this award, including Margot Fonteyn, Rudolf Nureyev, Vladimir Vasiliev, Ekaterina Maximova, Natalia Makarova, Carla Fracci, Alessandra Ferri, Roberto Bolle, Alicia Alonso, Uliana Lopatkina, Ivan Vassiliev, Natalia Osipova, Yuri Grigorovich, Mats Ek, Ana Laguna, Lutz Förster, Vladimir Vassiliev. The Wonderful World of Dance has attended the glamorous award ceremony, that takes place in Positano, Italy every year. In this podcast episode, Herman talks about what it means to receive this award, as he prepares to head to the Amalfi Coast for the star-studded gala event. Listen to Herman talk about growing up and dancing in Buenos Aires, his move to the US and joining the American Ballet Theatre, the company of his dreams and his special relationship with the incredible Alessandra Ferri. PRESS PLAY. https://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/djwpodcasts/1wwwod/Herman+Cornejo.mp3   Herman Cornejo and Alessandra Ferri. Photo by Lucas Chilczuk Herman Cornejo and Alessandra Ferri. Photo by Lucas Chilczuk

"The fight is not just about the fistfight. It's about how you perform, how you prepare, what are your feelings before you start the game - the psychological aspects."Short conversation with martial artist, master coach, bodyguard and combat tactics trainer, Andrey Patenko. A lifelong athlete, Andrey came to the USA from Russia more than 25 years ago, after training in competitive boxing and sambo, earning his degree in Physical Culture and Sport, spending several years in Special Opertions (Spetsnaz) Units, and becoming a combat tactics instructor for Russian army and police teams. He began training Systema in earnest after moving to the USA and meeting Vladimir Vasiliev in 1998, eventually becoming one of the strongest and most formidable Systema Instructors in the nation. Here we discuss how Systema differs from other physical sports, how Systema has influenced his training methodology with professional athletes, and the importance of teaching Systema to kids, through play. Learn more about training strength, conditioning, firearms, and Systema with Andrey at his private facility in Philadelphia, PA at http://www.russiansystemacombat.com

"Internal training...it's very important, because you study timing...you become more meditative...which means you sense yourself." Extended interview with veteran Instructor and founder of Systema New York City, Edgars Cakuls. Before beginning Systema, Edgars had an extended martial background in sambo, karate, kungfu, and other arts. But in Systema, he found something entirely different. Through regular pilgrimages to Russia and Japan, anddedicated training under Mikhail Ryabko and Vladimir Vasiliev, Edgars has acquired an uncommon depth of knowledge and understanding. Here, we discuss the meaning of 'internal work', the necessity of patience, cultural differences between Systema students worldwide, and Systema as a kind of 'Zen in the body'.Find out more about training with Edgars - and the other fine Instructors of Systema NYC - at https://www.systemanewyorkcity.com/

"...and it was a tremendous experience - even beyond martial arts - of just 'people are people'..." Part two of an extended chat with veteran martial artist and Systema Instructor Brad Scornavacco - Founder of Systema Colorado and the Scornavacco Martial Arts Academy in Longmont, CO - one of the most successful Systema schools in the USA. Brad has been training Systema under Vladimir Vasiliev for more then 20 years, and has made numerous trips to Russia to train under Mikhail Ryabko at Moscow HQ.Here, we talk more about the essentials of running a full-time Systema school; teaching Systema to children; and his experiences training in Russia.  For more information about classes and seminars with Brad, visit http://www.systemacolorado.com/To purchase Brad's Book: Systema Revelations online, click here: https://www.amazon.com/Systema-Revelations-Lessons-Russian-Martial/dp/1478717807

Part one of an extended chat with veteran martial artist and Systema Instructor Brad Scornavacco, Founder of the Systema Colorado - one of the most successful Systema schools in the USA. Brad has been training Systema under Vladimir Vasiliev for more then 20 years, and has made numerous trips to Russia to train under Mikhail Ryabko at Moscow HQ.Here, we talk about teaching Systema alongside other martial disciplines; the amateur vs the professional mindset; and how his background in philosophy and economics have influenced his teaching and approach to business. For more information about classes and seminars with Brad, visit http://www.systemacolorado.com/

"True relaxation has more to do with... a state of being in your body...where you have freedom." Interview with Russian Martial Art HQ (Toronto) Instructor Jason Priest, recorded during the Pillars of Systema seminar he taught in Greenville, SC in November 2017.Jason has trained under Vladimir Vasiliev for over a decade, and regularly teaches breathwork and weekend classes at Toronto HQ.Here, we talk about his serendipitous path from Taekwondo to Systema; the characteristic (and deceptive) lack of aggression in Systema; the value of pacing yourself in training (and teaching); and how you can train solo - on a daily basis - to improve your life, health, and skill in Systema.For a short clip of Jason in action, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rfwHYZiGMNU. Train with him and other superb instructors at Russian Martial Art HQ. Visit www.russianmartialart.com for details.

Part two of an extended Q&A with Senior Systema Instructor Emmanuel Manolakakis, veteran student of Vladimir Vasiliev and founder of Systema Fight Club, Toronto. Here, we discuss the many ways in which Systema can serve us in our daily lives, outside the realm of safety and security. Including its role in conflict management, stress management, and lifelong education.For more information about classes and seminars with Manny, visit www.fight-club.ca/

Part one of an extended Q&A with Senior Systema Instructor Emmanuel Manolakakis, veteran student of Vladimir Vasiliev and founder of Systema Fight Club, Toronto. Here, we consider questions of how to train for enhanced awareness in Systema, and the role of speed and intensity in training.For more information about classes and seminars with Manny, visit www.fight-club.ca/

"Slow down. Do not try to be better than anyone else. Lower your intentions. Just let your body decide how to move, what to do. And help peple around you." Interview with Russian Martial Art HQ (Toronto) Instructor Igor Ponizov - a 20-year student of Vladimir Vasiliev, and a powerful practitioner in his own right. In person, Igor is quiet and unassuming, yet his incredible skills and his wealth of knowledge and awareness speak for themselves in training.Here, we explore how Systema training has changed over the years, the early, rough-and-tumble era of Systema, the stages we all go through in training, and the common mistakes he sees - even in experienced trainees. Check out Igor's 'Systema for Dummies' series on YouTube, at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt-IfynFycoMHBfKT6cUFEQ/videos

"When you play at an elite level, you always know that there is someone better out there. And you're going to run into them. If you don't have another set of toolboxes you can reach into, then...you've already lost."Extended interview with world-renowned Systema Instructor Martin Wheeler, recorded prior to our seminar in North Carolina in October 2017. Here, Martin reflects on a wide range of topics, including his first experience of working with Vladimir Vasiliev ("I meet this guy who...takes me apart in seconds, and was laughing and talking to someone else at the same time"; on training with martial greats like Marc Denny, Rigan Machado and Dan Inosanto; on pathways to enhanced performance; and the surprising benefits of sleep.For more information on Martin's seminars worldwide, visit www.wheelersystema.com. For info on his school in Los Angeles, visit www.theacademybeverlyhills.com

"As it turns out, we can pretty much construct our lives any way we want to, if we have the courage to step out of the groove a little bit...not even a lot."Part II of our interview with Texas-based Systema Instructor and author, Gene Smithson.Gene has been training martial arts - including Systema, Tai Chi, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - for most of his adult life, and is a certfied Systema Instructor under Vladimir Vasiliev. He teaches adult and youth groups at Austin Systema and Tai Chi Chuan, and is the author of Shot: Healing Hurt, and Simple, Not Easy: 30 Days to a More Deliberate Life.Gene has a unique story, in that he used Systema to recover from the trauma - both physical and psychological - of a near-fatal shooting incident, and has come back stronger and happier than ever before. In this second part of the interview, Gene talks about why he started writing, how he trains himself, and the perils of arrogance and pride. For more information about classes and seminars with Gene, visit http://www.austinsystema.com/

"Systema is not a fighting system. It's a method for growing a better, more realized human being."Interview with Texas-based Systema Instructor and author, Gene Smithson - a personal hero, and an exemplary human being.Gene has been training martial arts - including Systema, Tai Chi, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - for most of his adult life, and is a certfied Systema Instructor under Vladimir Vasiliev. He teaches adult and youth groups at Austin Systema and Tai Chi Chuan, and is the author of Shot: Healing Hurt, and Simple, Not Easy: 30 Days to a More Deliberate Life.Gene has a unique story, in that he used Systema to recover from the trauma - both physical and psychological - of a near-fatal shooting incident, and has come back stronger and happier than ever before. In this first part of the interview, Gene talks about his formative experiences in Systema training, the difference between Systema and other martial styles, and his very personal experience of growth through trauma. For more information about classes and seminars with Gene, visit http://www.austinsystema.com/ You can purchase Shot: Healing Hurt, along with his other books, at Amazon.com.

"The idea of the style is to remove tension. When you remove tension, you remove fear. And when you remove fear, you start to be more happy."Short interview with Director and Chief Instructor of Systema Headquarters Toronto, Vladimir Vasiliev - the man credited with first bringing Systema to the West. In this brief chat following an evening class at HQ, we talk about how Vladimir first came to Systema, the power and mastery of Mikhail Ryabko, the pitfalls of pride, and advice for new practitioners of the art. For more information about classes and seminars at Systema Headquarters Toronto, visit www.russianmartialart.com.

"You see this manifestation in some of the highest levels of martial arts, where they work with very little contact. And it looks effortless. And everybody calls it bullsh*t. But then you watch Michael Jordan going for a layup...he's changing five different directions and sailing up there like a bird, and everybody's like 'WOW'. But nobody doubts it. That's interesting to me."In-depth interview with Senior Systema Instructor and Chief Instructor of Fight Club Toronto, Emmanuel Manolakakis. Emmanuel has been training Systema for more than 20 years, and has trained extensively under masters Vladimir Vasiliev and Mikhail Ryabko. He now teaches adult and youth groups at his own studio on the south side of Toronto, and teaches seminars and workshops around the world. Recorded live at Fight Club earlier this year, this conversation covers a lot of ground, including: why he trains Systema, working with youth groups, building resilience through anti-fragility, and the benefits of quiet time and journaling. For more information about classes and seminars with Manny, visit www.fight-club.ca/