NC Systema

KLASSNO!
Dec 14th, 2020

Instructor / founder Glenn is a great combo of smart, humble, skilled, and knowledgeable. He and the NC Systema team are super welcoming and inclusive, no matter how much of a newbie -or not- you might be! My teenager and I were looking for a form of self-defense that IS practical and effective and IS NOT encouraging of fear or aggression. Even a few sessions (private, workshop, and group classes) of NC Systema have been incredibly helpful for both of us middle-aged mom and young teen in increasing our self-confidence and awareness, and just having fun.
Mar 7th, 2020

Feb 23rd, 2020

I am in my 60s with no previous martial arts experience having discovered Systema after being assaulted in a shopping center parking lot. Although Id defended myself successfully, I realized that I now probably looked like an easy target to certain people and that I needed to learn some new coping skills. After assessing a few self-defense instructors, I was impressed by Glenn Murphys presentation of Systema and what I witnessed while observing a training session. Systema is based on principles of breathing, movement and state-of-mind rather than repetition of specific techniques. It recognizes that individuals are unique in terms of structure and movement, and instruction serves as a guide to what is most effective for you. Furthermore, Systema teaches certain breath control and meditative practices that are helpful in every day life. The therapeutic benefits of instruction and practice are impressive, and accrue more rapidly than I imagined. Some aspects can be too strenuous for me and Ill take a break the atmosphere is such that there is no pressure or criticism, and safety is top of mind. Nevertheless, I am becoming stronger and increasingly more flexible, as well as more consistently mindful of my physical structure, capabilities and surroundings. Many of the aches, pains and physical limitations Id come to associate with aging, and thought inevitable, are disappearing. I always leave a training session feeling better than when I arrived and my daily Systema regimen serves as a basis for my fitness program. Make no mistake: Systema is an extraordinary self-defense discipline and can be devastatingly effective when necessary. It is the fighting method taught to Russian military special forces, which is a testimony to its potential deadliness. Glenn Murphy is a highly experienced and talented instructor. He also has broad knowledge and experience in the medical sciences, and an innate curiosity that keeps him informed on a wide range of topics. Glenn is concerned for the welfare and progress of his students, and always has time outside of class to talk to people individually about questions they may have. Classes are welcoming and friendly, and there is an attitude of helpfulness among participants rather than competitiveness Systema is a practical discipline, not a sport. My only regret is not having discovered Systema years ago.
Feb 15th, 2019

Great class yesterday, great group, great instructor! Thanks so much.
Nov 12th, 2018