24 HOURS SYSTEMA 2026

Total immersion. An extraordinary experience.

THE December 12 and 13, 2026, Join us at Sion (Switzerland) to live 24 hours of immersion at the heart of Systema.

Over the course of a full day and night, you will explore much more than just self-defense techniques. You will learn to better understand your body, your breathing, your movement, and your ability to adapt to exertion, fatigue, and the unexpected.

THE 24 Hours Systema are a unique human experience where everyone progresses at their own pace in a demanding, safe and caring environment.

This is neither a competition nor a selection process.

It is an immersion designed to develop physical, mental and human qualities that go far beyond the scope of martial arts.

ON THE PROGRAM

During these 24 hours, you will explore, among other things:

• Breathing and recovery
• Biomechanics of movement
• Natural mobility
• Relaxation under pressure
• Strikes
• Ground work
• Travel
• Stress management
• Night exercises
• Personal development
• Work will be performed outdoors (depending on weather conditions).
• Team-building workshops
• Adaptation exercises
• Effort and fatigue management
• Active recovery
• Cold bath workshop (optional)

Each workshop is designed to develop your adaptability in a spirit of continuous improvement.

THE COLD BATH WORKSHOP

During this immersion, participants will have the opportunity to discover the benefits of cold bath immersion in a safe and fully supervised environment.

This activity is optional.

The goal is not performance but learning:

• breathing under stress; ;
• cold management; ;
• mind control; ;
• physical recovery; ;
• The return to calm after intense effort.

The immersions will be gradual and adapted to each individual.

A UNIQUE APPROACH

Systema is not about learning techniques by heart.

He develops principles that allow one to adapt naturally to all situations.

During this immersion, you will learn, among other things, to:

• breathe better; ;
• save your energy; ;
• recover better; ;
• maintain your mobility despite fatigue; ;
• manage your stress; ;
• improve your decision-making; ;
• develop your resilience; ;
• to remain effective in discomfort.

The goal is to develop skills that are useful both in martial arts practice and in everyday life.

FOR WHOM?

This immersion program is open to:

• Motivated beginners
• Systema practitioners
• Martial arts practitioners
• Instructors
• Instructors in training
• Police officers
• Military
• Security guards
• Protection professionals
• Anyone wishing to push their limits in a supervised environment.

No minimum level is required.

Each workshop is adapted so that everyone can progress according to their level.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

📅 Dates

Saturday, December 12, 2026

12:00

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Sunday, December 13, 2026

12:00

📍 Location

Systema Valais

Route du Manège 60

1950 Zion

Swiss

REST PERIOD

A rest period of approximately 5 hours is scheduled during the night to allow everyone to recover before training resumes.

Participants will sleep on site.

Please plan accordingly:

• Sleeping bag
• Ground mat or camping mattress (recommended)
• Pillow (optional)

EQUIPMENT TO BRING

• Systema T-shirt (black, grey or green)
• Training pants
• Warm clothes
• Shoes suitable for outdoor use
• Gourd
• Headlamp
• Sleeping bag
• Camping mat or sleeping mat
• Pillow (optional)
• Towel
• Toiletries
• Change of clothes
• Snacks and drinks as needed

To participate in the cold bath workshop (optional)

• Swimsuit
• Extra towel
• Tap shoes (recommended)
• Warm clothes for after swimming

CONDITIONS OF PARTICIPATION

• Be at least 18 years old.
• To be fit to engage in physical activity.
• Follow the instructions of the instructors and the organizing team.
• Respect the other participants.
• Video recording is prohibited without the organizer's permission.
• Photographs are permitted provided that the image rights of other participants are respected.

LIMITED SEATS

In order to guarantee optimal teaching quality and personalized support, the number of participants is intentionally limited.

We recommend that you reserve your place as soon as registration opens.

RISE TO THE CHALLENGE

During 24 hours, You will learn to manage your breathing, movement, energy and mind in an environment where each exercise has a specific objective.

You will discover that effectiveness is not based solely on strength or technique, but also on the ability to adapt, remain calm, and make the right decisions regardless of the circumstances.

THE 24 Hours Systema are an immersive experience that will allow you to push some of your limits, develop your resilience and share a unique moment with practitioners driven by the same values.

24 HOURS SYSTEMA 2026

24 hours to breathe, move, recover and adapt.

📍 Sion – Switzerland
📅 December 12 & 13, 2026

A unique immersion where movement, recovery, cold, cohesion and adaptation become a true learning ground.

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TRANSPORT FROM GENEVA OR ZURICH AIRPORT: 

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

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT:

– Short-sleeved or long-sleeved T-shirt Systema black, green or grey – training knife (if possible) (If you don't have a T-shirt, one will be sold to you at the entrance)

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: 24 Hours of Systema 2026