The Instructor
Internationally recognised for his innovative approach, Aran specialises in close quarter tactics and powerful mind body training.
He teaches Systema the Russian martial art whilst also providing a unique consultancy service related to such areas as: relaxation, awareness and personal safety. High profile professionals from the financial, legal and media sector are among those who seek out Aran for training; as well as athletes, performers, martial artists and those working within the security industry.
The journey...
Over the years Aran received training from masters of Indian, Brazilian, Chinese and South East Asian arts. He trained in arts including Daito Ryu AikiJutsu, Kick Boxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and Fencing. After gaining his black belt in Ju Jitsu and graduating in Law and Criminology, further travels in the Far East allowed him to explore various arts and mind-body practises. His intense global training and experience of countering aggression working in the security industry led to the development of Chakram, a functional close quarter system. Then, impressed by the combination of practical skill and subtle breath work he entered into the Russian martial arts...
Free flowing approach...
Aran qualified as an instructor in the Russian martial art Systema having trained with Vladimir Vasiliev and Mikhail Ryabko. Whilst living in Russia, he received personal training from Mikhail Ryabko and through contact with close-protection operatives, as well as healers and monks from the Russian Orthodox tradition, he gained a unique understanding of Russia's warrior culture and spiritual traditions.
Aran's insights into
training have appeared in numerous publications, including: Aviation Security International, The Financial Times, Black Belt, Security Management Today, Combat, Safety and Health Practitioner, and Global Defence Review. A motivator and guide, he provides one-to-one Systema training in London as well as unique corporate training.
Contact...
To enquire about Aran's training services:
Email: aran@globalkick.com
Tel: 07939 678 356
Testimonials
‘Aran is very dedicated to the Russian martial arts and is one of those rare individuals who actually lives it! Having known Aran for a number of years I would whole-heartedly recommend his classes to anyone seeking attainment in the martial arts.’
John Cassie, Asan (Instructor) in the Indian martial art – Kalarippayattu
‘After twenty years of martial art training and competing in full contact Thai Boxing, the several years I have spent so far training with Aran have been the best in terms of skills shown and depth. The decisive, informative way in which the Russian martial arts are brought to life shows an experience beyond his years.’
James Dexter, Silver Glove Savate defence instructor, Lutte instructor
‘Aran’s understanding of the human body is of a high level. His teaching method is dynamic and practical.’
P Hemming, Chiropractor, former Aikido instructor
‘As a female looking for a self-defence course, I've found Systema really useful. Initially I was concerned about the levels of fitness and strength required to start the training however, although a level of fitness is required you don't have to be a 'superwoman'. The classes focus on relaxation, breathing…and movement and always leave you feeling more energetic and relaxed at the end than at the beginning.’
Fran Flannery, Magazine Designer
‘Having started my career as a professional tennis player, I have tried a large variety of fitness and martial art techniques from the extravagant to the extreme and I have found nothing as effective as Systema. When push comes to crunch and you want to feel comfortable in any situation, it’s a whole other level…’
Rupert de laslo
