SFL Episode 47: Pasquale Antonio


This week, a spirited discussion with Pasquale Antonio, founder of Jiyu Movement and Head Instructor at Jersey City Systema.
Among the many topics we cover, we touch upon:

  • the benefits and limitations of specialization in sports and movement
  • the tangled relationship between speed, strength, and skill
  • how he uses Systema to explore and teach a wide range of movement disciplines, including yoga, dance, gymnastics, calisthenics, parkour and contact improvisation
  • why Systema is the free jazz of martial arts!

Find out more about training with Pasquale at https://www.jiyu.us/

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SFL Episode 46: Q&A with Emmanuel Manolokakis

"The most important thing in life is not just to know what your wants and needs are. The deeper picture, here, is meaning."

Extended Q&A with Senior Systema Instructor, and founder of FIght Club Toronto, Emmanuel Manolokakis. In this characteristically deep and broad discussion, Manny offers his insights into the psychological, emotional, and spiritual aspects of Systema, with concrete advice for instrcutors and practitioners on staying true to your path in life. Topics include:

- why meaning is more important than mindfulness

- finding harmony with strength and power

- the essential role of fear and anger

Emmanuel will be leading a unique 2-day exploration of deep Systema principles here in Durham, North Caorlina on January 26 & 27th, 2019. Advance discount pricing available for those that sign up early. Visit www.ncsystema.com/events for details and online registration.

Find out more about training with Manny - and read his online articles and musings - at http://www.fight-club.ca/

SFL Episode 45: On Mastery

Another extended chat between Glenn Murphy and health and wellness guru Howard Jacobson (WellStartHealth.com) - this time, on the subject of striving for mastery.


Includes:

- is mastery something worth pursuing?
- what does mastery entail, and what does it look like?
- what is the most practical and efficient path to mastery?
- Vladimir’s 10 Guidelines for mastering Systema (you may not have heard these before)

Many thanks to Howie for his regular contributions, and to Adrienne Harvey for her pro-grade editing and production.

Check out Howie's healthy exploits at www.wellstarthealth.com and www.plantyourself.com