Systema Spetsnaz
DVDs & Books
In a world of interesting and intriguing individuals, Vadim Starov is in a category all by himself. The same can be said regarding his DVDs.
Systema Spetsnaz, the combat of Russian Special Forces, is based on traditional self-defense methods that were utilized along with the modern sciences of physics, mechanics, and psychology. Systema Spetsnaz includes practical, easy to learn hand to hand combat applications and a wide range of meditation techniques, including the internal body energy, and opening chakras. Systema Spetsnaz teaches how to use only 25% physical strength and 75% natural flow of inner energy.
The roots of Systema Spetsnaz (Russian Martial Arts) date to the 10th century, developed by Cossacks, Russian Warriors. Russian Spetsnaz training is based on reality self-defense situations and is works well for bodyguards, police, security or civilian self-defense training.
Systema Spetsnaz – 10 DVD Set – Russian Martial Arts
30% OFF = 14 DVD set *** SAVE INSTANTLY! *** Original Price $559.95**** DVD #1 - The Warrior's Path, DVD #2 - Spetsnaz Training - World War II - Present Time, DVD #3 - Elements and Exercises, DVD #4 - Strikes - Punches - Kicks, DVD #5 - Internal Wave Energy, DVD #6 - Knife in Close Combat, DVD #7 - Wrist Locks, DVD #8 - Takedowns, DVD #9 - No Contact Psychological Combat, DVD #10 - Energy Strikes, DVD #11 - Psycho-Physical Self-Regulation, DVD #12: Regenerative Breathing Energy, DVD #13 - Renewable Internal Energy Massage, DVD #14 - Powerful Joints.
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I bought this set a year ago, and bought some of the DVDs which have been released afterwards. I also wrote a separate review for each DVD on Systema Spetsnaz website. In this review I want speak about Systema Spetsnaz DVDs generally, versus other teachers.
I have seen most DVDs of Systema Spetsnaz, and systema by Mikhal Ryabko and Vladimir Vasiliev. Last is Pramek which is inspired by Russian martial arts. Mikhail Ryabko and Vladimir Vasiliev have around 40 dvds and go in depth. Pramek covers the theory well, and show some examples of usage. Systema Spetsnaz is a great combination between both, it covers the theory well and shows a lot of variations in practice and real life scenarios.
Honestly, I think that all DVDs from these 3 instructors complete each other well. But to buy all DVDs is a big investment, and very time consuming to go through. The best solution is to go for the Vadim Starov DVDs!!!
Enjoy, and seek knowledge:)
I have seen most DVDs of Systema Spetsnaz, and systema by Mikhal Ryabko and Vladimir Vasiliev. Last is Pramek which is inspired by Russian martial arts. Mikhail Ryabko and Vladimir Vasiliev have around 40 dvds and go in depth. Pramek covers the theory well, and show some examples of usage. Systema Spetsnaz is a great combination between both, it covers the theory well and shows a lot of variations in practice and real life scenarios.
Honestly, I think that all DVDs from these 3 instructors complete each other well. But to buy all DVDs is a big investment, and very time consuming to go through. The best solution is to go for the Vadim Starov DVDs!!!
Enjoy, and seek knowledge:)
MasterDog Training
Russian Martial Art – Systema Spetsnaz DVD #1 – The Warrior’s Path
Systema SpetsNaz “Russian Style” Hand to Hand Combat is releasing first DVD in English - “The Warriors Path”. See the incredible fighting skill of the Russian Military Elite Troops. Witness the internal power of the mind over the body, with never seen before footage of secret training techniques in the open. The collectors item DVD is a must for any martial artist. - History - Basics - Acrobatics - Disbalance - Grabs - Concepts - Weapons - Street self defense - SpetsNaz Troops - Internal Energy - Real World
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The warrior path gives an introduction to systema spetsnaz history, and exercises will prepare your body physically. At the same time it includes basic movements you will use in the techniques later. You\'ll learn about stability and balance, strikes, kicks, weapons, disarming techniques, improvised weapons, physical resistance against fire, broken glass, knives, pressure points, action against different threats. There are also some information about for military and law enforcement courses, and a bit of mental training which is covered in later dvds. In summary, this dvd is a great choice if you want to know briefly what Systema Spetsnaz is about. It covers a broad spectrum of topics succinctly, giving a good value for the money.
SSV
Systema Spetsnaz DVD #7 – Wrist Locks – Russian Martial Art
Systema SpetsNaz DVD # 7 - WRIST LOCKS Is an instructional film for any martial artist, bodyguard or an officer to develop practical techniques in finger & wrist joint locks. Easy to learn concept of levers creates a powerful element in close combat. Apply numerous variations of joint locks to control an opponent through point of support & rotation. Presented by Systema SpetsNaz professional instructors of "Russian Style" International Hand to Hand Combat Center. Director - Vadim Starov.
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I'd like to call it JOINT LOCKS applications. The DVD covers the theory of levers and different joint movements. Theory of levers is the fundamental principle in Systema Spetsnaz (you will use it everywhere, for strikes, weapons self-defense, takedowns techniques etc.) Another fundamental principle of hand to hand combat is wrist and fingers locks. And this DVD covers it well! First you learn wrist locks, then follow up applications that will immobilize the attacker's elbow and shoulder. This DVD also has examples of different life situations that good to take into consideration: self defense in close hand to hand combat, wrist locks from knife threats and knife attack, wrist and finger locks working with guns, and some applications in combat with multiple opponents.
Tommy Sættem
Strikes – Punches – Kicks – Systema Russian Spetsnaz DVD #4 – Hand to Hand Combat
Learn Full Contact Shocking Techniques. Main Principles of Strikes, Punches & Kicks. Precise Fingers Strikes. Wrist & Palm Strikes. Elbow, Shoulder and Head Strikes. Knockout Zones, Primary Striking Zones & Pressure Points. Distracting & Improvised Strikes. Multiple Strikes, Punches & Kicks. Weapon Disarming Techniques. Language: English. Running time: 56 min. Format: NTSC, ALL region
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Strikes, Punches and Kicks. This DVD consists strikes with your hands, elbow, head, punches with fist, and kicks. You will also learn where to hit (primary striking zones), how to strikes and different combinations (multiple strikes and kicks), including strikes to disarm a weapon, shocking strikes, immobilizing strikes etc. The DVD is an eye opener! It will give you a lot of ideas of developing new striking methods that you never thought about before.
SSV
Russian Spetsnaz DVD #13 – Renewable Internal Energy Massage (Self-Development course)
With renewable internal energy self-massage, you will open your body energy centers on your head, face, neck, arms, legs, back, and chest. ***** Rejuvenating complex will help you: 1. Activate your energy meridians. 2. Reveal, increase and control the flow of your internal energy. 3. Release stress and toxins from your body. 4. Positively influence the function of your internal organs, such as heart, liver, kidney, and lungs. 5. And allow your internal energy to flow freely within your inner self. For the best result - practice this energy complex twice a day every morning and evening for at least 90 days, gradually increasing each exercise from 3 to 6, 9, 12, 24, and 36 times. Language: English. Format NTSC. All region. Prices & Ordering
Extremely useful, I like it! It is dense with information, every American guy would make at least 10 DVD+s from this stuff and sell it for big money.
Mojca Studen
Systema Spetsnaz – Russian Martial Art DVD #14 – Powerful Joints
This DVD is designed to develop joint flexibility and strength, which are necessary for hand-to-hand combat, as well as physical and spiritual self-development. Joint exercises will help you relieve stress in your body and open energy channels to create physical, psychological, and energy integrity. Waves motion exercises will help you to strengthen the back and stomach muscles, remove calcium deposits, increase the spine’s flexibility, normalize the nervous system, rejuvenate the entire body, increases life spirit, improve mood and provide a rush of alertness and strength. As a bonus, we added special set of exercises called “body sounds”. By saying certain sounds in a certain pose, you can cleanse your internal organs, specifically your liver, heart, spleen, lungs, and kidneys. On the energy-psychological level, this will help you to release anger, anxiety, and fear and replace it with inner peace, strong willpower and self-confidence. ******* DVD chapters: 1.Goals of joint development. 2. Activation of upper joints. 3. Wave motion. 4. Activation of lower joints. 5. Restoring balance. 6. Body sounds (lungs, heart, liver, kidney, spleen). ******* Language: English. Running time: 1 hour 14 min. Format: NTSC, ALL region.
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Powerful joints is about full range of motion and strong muscles development. You will achieve this by doing various rotations and performing different movements to push yourself to a new level of flexibility. This DVD is a combination of passive and active stretching and joint rotations, joint mobility and relaxation while stretching. This DVD will definitely prepare your joints for the combat and give you the whole range of motion in mastering your self defense skills in the future.
SSV
SELF DEFENSE DVD #6 – Kinfe in Close Combat. Russian Martial Arts
This is an instructional combat DVD for any martial artist, bodyguard or peace officer to learn and develop knife defense techniques. You will study elements of disarmament, lever applications, redirection and evasion methods, use of space and motion concepts with striking disarms against various angle attacks. DVD chapters: Main principles of knife self-defense. Knife Disarming Techniques using a lever and the 3 planes concept. Turning a knife against an opponent. Body integration into the knife's plane. Knife threats to arteries and neck. The threat of a knife from behind. Knocking a knife out of the opponent's hand. Psycho-energetic impact to the opponent's central nervous system. The threat of a knife in everyday life. Director - Vadim Starov. Language: English. Running time: 1 hour 9 min. Format: NTSC, ALL region.
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This DVD includes several self defense techniques against different kind of knives (single or double blade). Dodges, disarming the knife using strikes, kicks, joint blocks, wrist locks, applications using your hands and/or your body, including action for self defense and offensive actions for soldiers in combat. Systema Spetsnaz is different from most other videos because it teaches us what to do to reduce the chance of knife cuts during the confrontation in close combat.
SSV
Systema Spetsnaz – Russian Martial Arts DVD #17 – Combat Duality – 2 hours long!
This DVD is 2 hours long and dedicated to strengthening the three senses and using them in self-defense - hearing, smell and touch. Harmonize the body, mind and spirit by practicing combat with closed eyes and performing deep hypnosis meditation. Discover hidden combat power with relaxation techniques. Learn how to take a force and redirect it. Gain knowledge how to turn a regular object into a powerful weapon (a pen, a belt or anything else on hand). Combat in three dimensions. Safe falls and fighting on the ground. Using two forces and rotation to outfight your opponent. One figure takedown techniques. Two vital striking zones to survive in a real life situation. The fundamental principle of absorbing a kick and using its inertia to defeat your adversary. Sharpen your combat skills with seminar participants! Running Time: 1 hour 54 minutes.
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Great DVD set: theory + practice! First DVD is about Systema Spetsnaz combat style, the difference between Systema and other martial arts, plus fundamental principles of Russian hand to hand combat. The second DVD is a great combination of vital fighting techniques: safe falls, training with weapons, combat with multiple opponents, impressive striking techniques, grabs, chokes and holds releases and amazing footage of self-defense against a dog attack! And of course, I absolutely love the atmosphere of the training… sense of humor brings a lot of fun to the learning process!
Jenifer Suen
RUSSIAN SPETSNAZ SEMINAR – Defense and Attack – 2 DVD set!
This is 2 DVD set (2.5 hours). Chapters: 1. Primary movements in hand-to-hand combat. 2. Striking Techniques (including energy strikes). 3. Knife Combat (slash and stab), knife disarming techniques. 4. Self-Defense using a stick and a sword. 5. Self-defense against a pistol. 6. Mastering combat skills by synchronizing the left and right hemispheres. 7. Combination of defensive and attacking techniques. 8. Escape from grabs. 9. Finger locks and wrist locks. 10. Takedown techniques using three planes concept. 11. Linear, circular and spiral rotation in combat. 12. Pressure points and primary striking zones. 13. Coordinating leg and arm movements. 14. Creating a psychological combat trap by copying and mirroring the opponent. 15. Aligning with the plane and leaving the line of attack. 16. Developing physical power and endurance. 17. Preparing for combat with multiple opponents. 18. Restoring breathing and Energy channels activation. Running Time: 2 hours 31 minutes. Language - English
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Mr. Vadim is excellent in his videos. The closest thing to attending his classes or seminars is video and for fine tuning.
Charles Vasquez
Russian Martial Arts – Systema Spetsnaz DVD #16 – COMBAT FLOW – 2 hours long!
This DVD is 2 hours long and it is dedicated to knife fighting and internal energy in combat. Based on knife techniques you can learn the most important elements of self-defense such as footwork, body rotation, strikes, defense from strikes, escapes from grabs and counter-attacks. MASTER YOUR COMBAT SKILLS TOGETHER WITH SEMINAR PARTICIPANTS! Gain knowledge of entering the state of combat trance, generating and releasing internal wave energy. Learn about the importance of catching your opponent's movements, speed, breathing and energy through exercises of copying your partner. Discover the powerful defense and counter-attack principle of "reverse mirror". Develop your joint flexibility and use it to escape from grabs and holds. Master the five main keys of combat motion: linear, triangular, circular, spiral and figure "eight" movements. Improve your striking technique through knife fighting (combining stab and cut in one motion, dodging knife strikes). Learn life-saving techniques of fighting on the ground, avoiding kicks, using incoming force for self-defense (resistance vs. combat flow). Sharpen your combat skills against a stronger opponent. Find out how to determine the best striking points, and the easiest way of setting a combat distance to redirect an unexpected attack. As a bonus we added a few powerful variations of self-defense against kicks! Running Time: 2 hours 8 minutes.
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This DVD is about 2 hours long. The first part is self-development training and the second part is mostly about knife fighting. If you are not a fan of working with energy and doing breathing exercises, just fast forward. The second part is impressive!!! Exactly, as DVD description says - based on knife techniques you can practice all extremely important elements of hand to hand combat - fighting steps and movements, body rotation, strikes, grabs and counter-attacks. Amazing how everything comes together and using a knife is a great way of practicing it!! I've always thought that knife fighting is something that you learn after mastering strikes, punches, etc. Actually, I was able to practice all the fundamental elements from the knife combat. This is a new way to look on self-defense techniques. Incredible job Mr. Vadim Starov!! Simple and beyond my expectations. Remarkable training approach!
