No Secrets Only Training
Realistic. Practical. Effective.

Breath

A deep dive into the science of breathing

Physical

An approach that works from both ends. Building the internal & external

psychological

Forge the mental & emotional. Build a strong mind

relaxation

Relaxation is the way to produce real power, Master your tension

Movement

Learn to find your flow & biomechanical movements

spiritual

Connecting to lifeforce & belief in your spirit

THE COMBAT SYSTEM

About us

The System is focused on Cossack and Slavic combat principles for fighting. All movements within the system have a focus on conditioning the body, and skill development in combat. The movements are tailored to be natural and free, coming from an understanding of human biomechanics, physiology and kinesiology.

We dissect aggression down to its psychological essence. You will learn the warning signs to help you detect danger before it can erupt, how to strategically avoid it whenever possible, and how to maximize your survival odds if it cannot be avoided. Just as there are patterns and limits to our human body; its movement, its strengths, and weaknesses, so too are their structures to our mental and emotional processes. Understanding these allows us to form better goals, and approach them with greater confidence and success.

This combat system was utilised in the Russian Elite Special Forces (Spetsnaz) combat training procedures in the early 20th century, and has since evolved and adapted into a training methodology known as “CИCTEMA”.

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The training methodology

TCS is a practical, realistic, and devastating combat system. There are no ranks, no levels, no gradings, no rules, and no limitations. It is focused on constant exploration, experimentation, and adaptation to combat reality.

This is training in a trial-and-error based practice system. You train hard and you get better through the discipline of both your mind and your body.

Through this method, we can develop and enhance the purest combative principles for the resolution of violence.

TCS is a rough, physical, gruelling, and tough combat system. 

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Chief Instructor: Peter Aftanas

With a unique background involving Natural Therapies, Acupuncture, Nutrition, and Western and Chinese Herbalism, Peter Aftanas provides a holistic basis for self-defence and personal training.

Being Cossack himself. CИCTEMA, the Russian Martial Art, is well-suited to Peter’s background as it is based upon a pragmatic understanding of the body and mind. Peter’s approach to TCS promotes awareness of ourselves and our relation to the potential threats. It creates opportunities in our environment to exploit ways to survive and thrive in the face of challenges and opposition. His professional life as a health practitioner also means that his TCS training had been adjusted to promote long-term strength, well-being, and independence.

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The School of Instructors

Our school is focused on the training and development of students all the way to Instructor Levels. 

Our main goal with TCS is to facilitate an endless cycle of learning. We focus on developing students to a level in which they can be instructors of the system.

TCS is all about finding the best way for YOU to move and develop the combat solution to any situation.

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Class times

Private Lessons

Location: 60 Harslett Cres, Beverley Park NSW 2217.

The Road to the instructor level.

Cost: 2 hours $85 for one person.

$60 per person for two or more people.

Seminars & Workshops 

Location: 2 Short Street Carlton 2218.

This space is to allow our instructors and members to build a strong community and rewards us the opportunity to do group work that isn’t normally presented in private lessons.

Each seminar and workshop will be specialised.

 

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Seminars

Due to lockdown seminars are on pause

stay tuned.

“Developing the Military Mindset”

Based on Russian Special Forces Combat training methods, principles & psychology

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FAQ

TSC classes are two hours long. The class usually consists of approximately 30 minutes of conditioning work and the rest is combat training and drills.
You do not need any special equipment just come down and join in.
TCS is a realistic “contact” martial art. Yes, you will get hit. You will learn to take and give strikes. You will learn strengthening and conditioning exercises – to strengthen mind, body, and spirit.
Most of the students wear a t-shirt, long trousers that they can move in, and track shoes. There is no uniform in TCS, but you will receive a TCS t-shirt when you join up.
TCS is a partner-driven martial art. You will be training and working with a training partner for most of the training drills. The training partners will take turns with various attack and defence drills and scenarios. These drills are designed to build your skills and confidence.
Yes, TCS is perfect for women. TCS is a martial art that relies on balance, movement, and an understanding of body mechanics, amongst many other things. TCS will help women to find their own natural movement and power generation. A skilled woman with this understanding and training can control an opponent larger and more powerful than themselves.
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Testimonial

"No secrets just training, Peter and the gang are honest and engaging. You learn a lot about yourself and meet great people on the same path."
Peter and James
James Naufahu
Combat system
"Thanks, Peter for what you do for us. Systema and you changed my way of life. "Be strong, everything will be easy." It's a lifetime journey and it's now mine."
Fred
Frédéric DECOURT
Systema Noumea
"I've been practising martial arts for 15 years and systema for 9. This is easily the best systema class in Sydney!"
nick
Nicola Modonesi
TCS Instructor
"I’ve been training with Peter Aftanas for 6 years now, and he’s a wonderful coach. Hard training, but the results are here: you get stronger and tougher. I highly recommend training there, or at least trying a session."
CHRISTOPHE PAPON
Christophe Papon
Systema Noumea
"Peter’s training changed my entire direction as a Personal Trainer, giving me access to some high-level Rehab work and Tactical-based training that few can compare to."
Peter and Luke
Luke Hobbs
Cossack Boxing
"I've been doing Systema with Peter for 4 years, and have seen my self improve in leaps and bounds. Mentally and physically challenging, but worth every bit of effort put in.."
Ross
Ross Grig
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