Systema Japan Representative

Systema Headquarters Certified Senior Instructor

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He has over 30 years of martial arts experience and over 15 years of Systema training under Masters Mikhail Ryabko and Vladimir Vasiliev. He has extensive training with both of them and their leading instructors at both the Moscow and Toronto Systema headquarters.

He has lived in Japan for the past 12 years, and after working overseas since 2013, returned to Japan in 2018. He has been teaching regular classes as the representative instructor of Systema Japan since its inception, and from January 2022 he moved to Seattle and opened Systema Downtown Bellevue . In addition to classes for adults, he is currently focusing on self-defense education for American teens.

Born in Australia.

Systema Japan Representative

Systema Headquarters Certified Senior Instructor

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He has over 25 years of martial arts experience, and over 15 years of Systema training under Masters Mikhail Ryabko and Vladimir Vasiliev. Like Scott, he has extensive training with both Masters and their leading instructors at both the Moscow and Toronto Systema headquarters.

He has lived in Japan for over 13 years, and has lived in Singapore since 2012. He currently resides in the UK. When he comes to Japan, he teaches at Systema Japan together with Scott.

Born in England.

Systema Osaka Representative and Systema Japan Director

▶Systema Japan will once again welcome Systema Osaka representative Onishi as director, and will hold Director Onishi seminars twice a year, as well as expand the possibilities for learning through mutual membership benefits with Systema Osaka! *For more details, please see the 2025 Membership Registration Guide.

He started Kendo at the age of 5. After gaining experience in Goju-ryu Karate and Judo, he started Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu and in 2000, while living in the UK, he encountered the Russian martial art Systema.

While living in the UK, he studied under Valeri Raizanov and participated in seminars by Mikhail Ryabko, Vladimir Vasiliev, Sergei Ozhereliev and others. In 2006, he returned to Japan after spending 12 years in the UK. In September 2007, he was approved as the first Japanese certified instructor by both Mikhail Ryabko and Vladimir Vasiliev when they first visited Japan. In November of the same year, he became the representative of Systema Osaka. Since 2012, he has also served as an executive officer of Systema Japan. Currently, he holds regular classes at Systema Osaka and the Asahi Culture Center, private lessons, and is invited as a lecturer to workshops at Systema organizations all over Japan. In 2014, he held his first European seminar with the approval of the masters.
In addition, every year they hold seminars inviting overseas guests from the headquarters, and they also run the Systema Osaka web shop, which sells a variety of related products, with a focus on Systema goods sold at the headquarters.

[DVD]

・"Systema Instruction Manual: Russia's Strongest Martial Arts (BAB Japan)" (co-authored with Andy Sefai)

[Translation/Editing]

・"HAND TO HAND Japanese Edition" ・"The Secret Masters of Russian Breathing Technique" (the Japanese edition of the Systema breathing technique book "Let Every Breath...") ・"Systema Instruction Manual" series

Systema Japan Senior Instructor / Systema Futako-Shinchi Representative

After 43 years of studying martial arts, he discovered Systema in 2006. In 2010, he received instructor certification from Master Vladimir Vasiliev, and then formal certification from the founder, Master Mikhail Ryabko. He has continued training at the Moscow and Toronto headquarters since then, and currently receives direct instruction from Master Vladimir Vasiliev and the headquarters' key instructors.

He has been involved in the management of Systema Japan since its early days, and has made a significant contribution to the development of the Systema community and the training of instructors in Japan. His outdoor Saturday classes are extremely popular, and while they offer a practical approach and in-depth learning, they also create a warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes even first-time participants feel at ease.

From the UK

[From Systema Japan]
Brett's calm and honest personality, solid skills, and personal leadership style have earned him the trust of many members over the years.
With a perspective cultivated in an English-speaking country and deep martial arts experience, Brett is one of the few instructors who can teach Systema in both Japanese and English. In Brett's classes, you will naturally come into contact with English expressions while learning the essence of Systema, so it is also recommended for those who want to enjoy an international environment!

Systema Japan Lead Instructor

He began training at Systema Japan in October 2012.
In November 2015, he received IIT certification from Master Vladimir Vasiliev.
He began working as a lead staff member for Systema Japan in March 2017, and was certified as an instructor by Master Mikhail Ryabko in October of the same year.
In November 2018, he was certified as an official instructor by Master Vladimir Vasiliev.

He is a leader who continues to study the teachings of the headquarters sincerely and places great importance on passing on the principles and spirit of the school correctly. His honest and consistent leadership style has earned him the deep trust of many training members.

[From Systema Japan]

He is a valuable instructor with a serious and honest personality and a strong sense of responsibility, who values the origins of Systema. His careful instruction, which faithfully inherits the teachings of the headquarters, is easy to understand even for beginners, and provides a deep learning experience for experienced instructors.

Systema Japan Lead Instructor

Since 2014, she has been undergoing intensive Systema training both in Japan and overseas, continuing her studies at the headquarters. In 2015, she became the first Japanese woman to receive certification as an Applied Systema instructor from Systema founder Mikhail Ryabko in Moscow, and in 2016 was officially recognized as an instructor by the Moscow headquarters. She was then awarded instructor qualifications at the Toronto headquarters, and is currently working as a double-licensed instructor with the headquarters. She still regularly visits the headquarters dojo to continue her training.

Her teaching, which takes advantage of a woman's unique perspective and incorporates a holistic approach that emphasizes anti-aging and harmony of the mind and body, has garnered widespread support.

[From Systema Japan]
She is the only female instructor in Systema Japan. Despite her lovely appearance, she has a strong core and high physical ability, and her sincere instruction that values the essence is what makes her so appealing. Her attitude of embodying "gentle, strong, and beautiful" has resonated with many women, and her women's and children's classes at Yomiuri Culture are also very popular!

[Classes in charge]
Systema Class for Women ( Yomiuri Culture Ogikubo )
Systema Kids Class ( Yomiuri Culture Center Ogikubo )

inquiry
knowyourselfsystema@gmail.com

Systema Japan Lead Instructor

He began training in Systema in 2014. He obtained IIT certification at the Moscow headquarters, and then received instructor certification at the Toronto headquarters. He continues to train today, valuing continuous learning.

He sees the appeal of Systema as "a martial art that allows you to apply what you learn to your daily life," and values an attitude of enjoying growth rather than excessive competition. He aims to expand the potential of each individual through training that can be continued naturally and without strain.

[From Systema Japan]
An attractive instructor with a warm personality and a stable leadership style. She values a balanced lifestyle and enjoys her daily life while continuing to learn, giving many members a sense of security and positive inspiration. Her natural and comfortable classes are popular for their relaxing and deep learning!

Systema Japan Lead Instructor

He learned Kendo in his teens, and in his 30s, he explored the essential use of the body through Sotaiho. In his late 40s, he broke his spine and, while undergoing long-term rehabilitation, he realized the body's potential for recovery without strain, and in 2015 he encountered Systema. He was attracted to Systema, which is practical yet deeply touches on the human condition, and continued to study it, receiving IIT certification from Master Vladimir Vasiliev in 2023.

His attitude of continuing to grow regardless of age is an inspiration to many members. His lifestyle of carefully living each day while maintaining youthful condition embodies the Systema philosophy of "evolution beyond age."

[From Systema Japan]
He has a calm and quiet presence, yet also possesses inner strength. His teaching style, which involves careful dialogue with the body, is reassuring, and her practical knowledge based on his rehabilitation experience, combined with his instruction centered on effortless movements and natural recovery, makes his ageless in his movements a must-see!

[Comment from the artist]
I still can't forget the shock I felt the first time I received a strike from Mikael. It didn't hurt, but it resonated deeply, and for some reason, my shoulders felt lighter afterwards. As Mikael said, I want to train to be a "good person," know myself, and respect my opponents.

Systema training started in August 2014.

Certified as IiT by Michael Ryabco in May 2018.

I was impressed by the fun atmosphere of the training and the unique and profound practice method that does not memorize the pattern, so that the body can move naturally.

I started Systema with no experience in martial arts and martial arts, so I think it is the appeal of Systema that anyone can start it.

Inspired by Goki Shibukawa, he started Aikido and later discovered Systema.

During his university years, he traveled to Toronto to meet Vladimir Vasilev and became the youngest person at the time to qualify for Iit.

After returning to Japan, he founded Systema Chiba University and joined the Systema Japan staff.

In 2017, he was promoted to a certified instructor.

I like baths, beer, and manga.

Systema Japan Lead Instructor

He learned Kendo in his teens, and in his 30s, he explored the essential use of the body through Sotaiho. In his late 40s, he broke his spine and, while undergoing long-term rehabilitation, he realized the body's potential for recovery without strain, and in 2015 he encountered Systema. He was attracted to Systema, which is practical yet deeply touches on the human condition, and continued to study it, receiving IIT certification from Master Vladimir Vasiliev in 2023.

His attitude of continuing to grow regardless of age is an inspiration to many members. His lifestyle of carefully living each day while maintaining youthful condition embodies the Systema philosophy of "evolution beyond age."

[From Systema Japan]
He has a calm and quiet presence, yet also possesses inner strength. His teaching style, which involves careful dialogue with the body, is reassuring, and her practical knowledge based on his rehabilitation experience, combined with his instruction centered on effortless movements and natural recovery, makes his ageless in his movements a must-see!

[Comment from the artist]
I still can't forget the shock I felt the first time I received a strike from Mikael. It didn't hurt, but it resonated deeply, and for some reason, my shoulders felt lighter afterwards. As Mikael said, I want to train to be a "good person," know myself, and respect my opponents.

I am not good at elementary, junior high and high school, physical education and sports, and live a life that is almost unrelated to exercise. Learned Chinese martial arts in college and learned about the joy of exercise.

In 2004, I was impressed by watching the video of Systema and started training under Andy and Scott.

Systema East Tokyo Training Group started in July 2009 and acquired IiT qualification

Obtained instructor qualification in 2011

Representative of Systema East Tokyo http://systema.metarealsystem.com/

He started Systema in 2012 and was certified as IiT (Instructor in Training) by Vladimia Vasiliev in 2016.

I have been practicing various martial arts since I was a child, but when I met Systema, I was impressed with its unique approach and practice system.