RYÔ ONISHI SEMINAR

The art of subtle defense

May 22-24, 2026 | Switzerland

Move beyond obvious answers. Embrace subtlety.

🧭 PRESENTATION

We are pleased to welcome you to Switzerland Ryô Onishi, an internationally recognized instructor, for a three-day intensive seminar dedicated to the art of subtle defense in Systema.

This seminar explores a subtle, intelligent, and profoundly human dimension of Systema, where defense relies neither on force nor brute speed, but on... perception, timing, breathing, and the right intention.

Here, subtlety is not a weakness.
She is a advanced form of mastery, capable of neutralizing pressure without entering into direct conflict.

Over three days, participants will explore:

• minimal and efficient defense,

• the careful management of distance and contact,

• the economy of movement,

• reading the opposing party's intent,

• the ability to remain calm, fluid and available under pressure.

🎯 WHO IS THIS SEMINAR FOR?

This seminar is intended for:

• Systema practitioners, both beginners and advanced,

• instructors and instructors in training,

• martial arts practitioners wishing to refine their sense of timing and intelligent self-defense,

• security professionals seeking a realistic, proportionate and controlled approach,

• anyone wishing to develop a calm, stable and lucid presence in action.

Everyone will find rich and profound material there, provided they accept a demanding, precise and empowering framework.

📅 ORGANIZATION & LEVELS

🔒 Friday, May 22, 2026 – Instructors' Evening

This session is primarily intended for instructors and instructors in training.

The task will be:

• more technical,

• more subtle,

• focused on nuanced understanding, transmission, and pedagogical responsibility.

👉 Non-instructor practitioners can access it, provided they accept that:

• the rhythm,

• the structure,

• and the level of requirement
  be entirely defined by the instructor, without individual adaptation.

🔓 Saturday 23 & Sunday 24 May 2026 – All levels

These two days are open to all practitioners, with an accessible progression, while maintaining:

• precision,

• the reality of contact,

• and the depth inherent in Ryô Onishi's Systema.

🔍 SEMINAR CONTENT

🧠 Subtle Defense & Perception

• A careful reading of intention

• Anticipating without rushing

• Understanding the danger before the impact

👉 Defense begins in perception, not in reaction.

🌀 Minimal movement & effort saving

• Short and natural journeys

• Structural adjustments rather than visible technical ones

• Using relaxation as a defensive tool

🤝 Smart Contact Work

• Short-range defense

• Using touch as information

• Managing imbalance without strength

🛡️ Neutralization without opposition

• Defense without rigid blocking

• Maintaining control without domination

• Seamless adaptation to real-world reactions

🌬️ Breathing & Internal State

• Forced breathing

• Emotional stabilization

• Maintaining lucidity in the face of uncertainty

An effective defender is present, relaxed and aware, even in an unstable situation.

💡 INTERNSHIP PHILOSOPHY

No certificate is issued.
This seminar is part of a process of human, martial and functional development.

The goal is to:

• refine perception,

• reduce unnecessary responses,

• develop an intelligent and proportionate defense,

• cultivate a calm and stable presence, applicable both in martial practice and in daily life.

⚠️ FRAMEWORK & COMMITMENT

This internship requires:

• open-mindedness,

• adaptability,

• personal responsibility,

• autonomous management of its intensity and limits.

This is not a demonstration internship.
It's a Real, subtle, demanding, and profoundly transformative work.

🚨 LIMITED SPACES

Places are limited 40 participants in order to guarantee:

• the quality of the work,

• security,

• and consistent and respectful monitoring of the transmitted content.

OTHER DETAILS: 

DATES :
May 22-24, 2026

PLACE :
Systema Valais – Route du Manège 60 – 1950 Sion – Switzerland

SCHEDULES :

Friday, May 22, 2026: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Special for instructors, instructors in training, and advanced practitioners. Also for combat sports practitioners)

Saturday, May 23, 2026: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Sunday, May 24, 2026: 9:15 AM – 2:45 PM

HOTEL OVERNIGHT STAY (recommended): MOXY SION

6-minute walk from the dojo

TRANSPORT FROM GENEVA AIRPORT: 

https://www.sbb.ch/fr/billets-offres/billets/billet-parcours-suisse/billets-degriffes.html

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT:

– T-shirt or long-sleeved T-shirt Systema black, grey or green (MANDATORY for participation) (If you don't have a recognized Systema T-shirt, one will be sold to you at the entrance)

– Training knife (if possible)

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE:

This workshop is open to men and women of all levels, aged 18 and over. No specific martial arts experience is required, only a desire to discover Systema through immersion with an expert.

ATTENTION, PLACES ARE LIMITED TO 40 PARTICIPANTS!

Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to push your limits and make the unexpected your ally. Register now for an experience that will mark a turning point in your martial arts journey!

WhatsApp: +41 78 659 75 56 / E-Mail: jetedis@systema-valais.ch

If you don't have a credit card:

Swiss Security Academy – Valais Franchise – Yannick Mengis
Route du Manège 60
1950 Zion
CH82 8080 8005 7778 8132 5
IID (BC No.): 80808
SWIFT-BIC: RAIFCH22

Mention: Ryo Onishi 2026