Roots Dojo

Roots Bling

This work is best done at a slow speed. Trying to deflect, or better yet, catch an incoming kick requires a…

Every Dojo needs a shrine. A space to reconnect with those who have passed on. A space to seek direction and…

Rest well, bother.You will be missed. Thank you for all memories.

Instinctive work doesn’t mean “whatever” work. Instincts need to be cultivated and maintained. They need to…

This drill is tough in different ways for different people. For some it’s spinal flexibility, for other its…

After years of teaching over a thousand students, I have seen a resurgent pattern: students do 90% of the…

Most people can’t do a handstand. Let alone transfer weight and remain in control. Step by step students…

This is a really complete and advanced drill. It covers so many elements. Dexterity, timing , strength…

Hitting the floor keeps us young. It tempers the body and prepares for impact. It removes one of the most…

I have known Dima for close to 30 years. He is an accomplished martial artist and a fighter. This is going…

Everybody needs a good beating once in a while. And the stick doesn’t lie! #martialartist #systema #growth…

“Simple ain’t easy. Easy ain’t simple.” #martialartist #growth #warriorarts #martialarts #systema

Wall work offers a myriad of great drills for strength, power, form and core work. The “Accordion” requires…

Back to basics! To achieve results in any discipline, you must train at least 3 times a week. To learn…

Very difficult drill involving an escape from a kick followed by a knife throw. It challenges placement…

“Students are the mirror of the Teachings”. Teach them well!! #roots #martialartist #growth

How ominous. RootsDojo office. Can you spot the Bat? #systema #spetsnaz #martialartist

Great core work out and warm up drill. #martialartist #systema #mma

Symbols of hard days of training. Smart training. Healthy training. Result driven training. Proven training.…

Not all Dojos and martial art schools are built the same. Personal growth doesn’t happen just on the mat.…

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Week 3 of our internship. 9 more weeks to go!

What most don't understand... An "art" is not designed to be successful in a "cage" (sport), much like a…