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Working from real life situations, this book shows how you can use Systema principles to protect yourself and your family. From avoidance to direct action to legal considerations, this is a comprehensive guide to modern self defence.

Systema is one of the few martial arts than can be practiced entirely for health and by people of all ages.This book gives a comprehensive guide to solo Systema training for the older person. It covers all the basics of breathwork, posture, movement and core exercise. It also show how to improve balance and coordination, even how to fall safely and get up from the floor. As well as this, there is advice on how to structure your training, on diet, lifestyle and developing a positive mental outlook. Age is no barrier when it comes to health, fitness and well-being. Whether you have had a break from exercise or are looking for something more suitable for your circumstances, Systema will put you back in touch with your childhood sense of play and keep you fit and active well into old age.Easy to follow guide, fully illustrated."Rob Poyton has been training and teaching Systema since 2000. He is a dedicated and talented instructor, knowledgeable on all of the key components of Systema.. Rob presents his teaching in a clear and structured manner through his classes and reading materials."- Vladimir Vasiliev, October 2019.

Martial arts include striking, kicking and weapons techniques. But what happens when we are called on to subdue an attacker without injuring them? Grappling is probably the oldest form of martial art, from which developed many methods to restrain people. This book details the Systema approach to locks, holds and throws.It outlines basic bio-mechanics, shows the relevance of the Four Pillars, then uses simple techniques to teach you how to apply the major principles to your work. It also shows how to utilise items such as chairs and clothing, ways to work with a partner, pain compliance, countering and escapes, drills to refine your skills and clear methods to help you progress into internal work. Far more than a textbook of rote techniques, this book is packed with practical exercises, fully illustrated, with clear and concise instructions based on scientific understanding and personal experience."Rob Poyton has been training and teaching Systema since 2000. He is a dedicated and talented instructor, knowledgeable on all of the key components of Systema. Rob presents his teaching in a clear and structured manner through his classes and reading materials." - Vladimir Vasiliev, October 2019

Wolf in Shadows Volume One of a great new Sword & Sorcery series!When a young thief dares to rob the Royal Palace he gets more than he bargained for - a face to face meeting with the King himself. But this is no ordinary King!And so begins the tale of a Northern youth's first encounter with the ancient civilisation of Adelphis.Of the danger and intrigue that lurks below the sophisticated veneer. Of the perils of unholy sorcery.And of how a lone wolf becomes leader of the biggest pack of thieves in the city.Stirring Sword and Sorcery in the vein of Robert E Howard!

Many people ask how they can maintain health and fitness as they age.Gyms can be expensive and intimidating and many exercise programs focus solely on superficial looks.The Simply Flow Program is all about regaining your body's natural movement, building core strength, boosting your health and learning to manage stress and tension.It involves simple to learn exercises that easily fit into and enhance all your other activities, as well as giving you a unique Formula to develop your own exercise variations. This book covers all the foundation exercises of the Program, including -BreathingCore StrengthJoint MobilityStretchingMovement ChainsResistance TrainingGround MovementMindfulness and FlowPlus advice on diet, lifestyle, developing your own training routines and more.Looking for a sensible long term exercise program that fits in with and enhances your lifestyle and activities?Here it is!Simply Flow Founder Robert Poyton is a Professional Instructor with over 30 years experience in health, fitness and martial arts.He teaches in the UK and Europe. His clients range from professional dancers, military personnel, martial artists through to the elderly, sports enthusiasts and people interested in health, fitness and well being.

Qigong is an umbrella term for many forms of Chinese exercise. Whether for health, fitness, meditation or martial arts, qigong methods have been developed over hundreds of years.The Eight Brocades are a very popular set of qigong exercises. Comprising of eight simple movements, they provide a good,all-round gentle body workout. However there is more to qigong than twisting and stretching!The movements also combine with specific breathing patterns and visualisations to work the body's internal systems. This also means they are a very good method for improving health, dealing with stress and developing mindfulness.In this book, experienced Instructor Robert Poyton teaches you the complete Eight Brocades routine, plus some variations. He also details the historical background of the Eight Brocades, explains the basics of Traditional Chinese Medicine and describes the breathing and spiraling methods that make qigong a unique form of exercise.Requiring little space and easily adjusted to fit your personal circumstances, the Eight Brocades are a great routine for anyone looking to improve their health and well-being

Over the last 25 years, the Russian martial art of Systema has gone from being virtually unknown to having over 700 schools worldwide. This remarkable achievement has been the result of the efforts of Mikhail Ryabko and Vladimir Vasiliev, who continue to draw huge gatherings at their workshops all around the globe. This book is a collection of interviews with nineteen of the leading first and second generation Instructors of Systema. They come from a wide range of backgrounds and each shares their own insight and experiences of this remarkable approach to training. Combat system, health practice, movement art, spiritual discipline, Systema is all of these things and more. From North and South America, to Asia and Europe, each Instructor talks about their background, how they found Systema and of their experiences in training and teaching. Full of advice for students and Instructors alike, this book is an important snapshot of Systema as it stands at the 25th anniversary of the Toronto schools' founding. Editor Robert Poyton is a UK based writer with over 35 years experience in martial arts. He was one of the first certified Systema Instructors in the UK