I was very proud and humbled that Systema Health was shortlisted from a very long list as one of 5 nominees for the award of the ‘Outstanding Contribution to Public Health at the Wiltshire Public Health Awards this year.
It is a testament to Systema that it helps people from such diverse backgrounds and particular health issues whether short or long-term.
Here are the nominations that resulted in the shortlisting:
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It isn’t commonly known that those with ME can have a nervous system up to ten times as active as those without. Tension, anxiety and depression are rife, as is the feeling of being completely misunderstood by those around you. Without question, Matt understands all of this. He accepts everyone into his classes warmly, making everyone feel like they are the centre of his attention. He possesses genuine care and concern for each member of the class, and through Systema training has given me techniques, support and encouragement which help me manage my condition in a way that I have found nowhere else. To be able to exercise regularly in such an amazing community has had a profound impact on my health and emotional wellbeing. Thank you, Matt. – Kim Seviour
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My name is Declan Gaule and I’m the dad of 3 kids under 6 and run my own company employing 30 people. In July 2013, I had a ‘routine brain surgery’ that went drastically wrong culminating in a 50:50 chance of survival. Thankfully the great people in Bath RUH A&E saved my life but at some cost. The damage to body from the Septicaemia was breathtaking. I lost 22kg (not a bad thing) and struggled to walk, sleep and focus. Matt Hill and his personalised Systema training simply changed my life. He helped me rebuild my body slowly but also helped massively with the psychological impact that a ‘near death’ episode has on both body and mind. I am now fighting fit and preparing for a 12 mile cross-country run in 8 weeks. It simply wouldn’t have been possible without Matt.
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I have 2 active, autistic kids (11 and 6). Matt has a unique knack of getting through to my kids in a way that we haven’t experienced before. He gives clear, specific and simple tuition and the effects have been profound both in and out of school.
Anxieties, stress, fights and autistic meltdowns have all dropped significantly whilst relaxation, calmness, home and holiday life and quality of sibling relationships have improved beyond recognition.
Matt has instilled key relaxation skills which are bearing fruit in my oldest’s transition to secondary school. My youngest has been signed off Occupational therapy due to his accelerated improvement with his dyspraxia, affecting balance and body awareness – something that Matt has specifically targeted. – Glyn Baldwin.
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“Matt Hill has a deep understanding of the human condition that allows him to tailor health and wellbeing programs to individuals and communities. His creative and committed work within The russian martial arts community has raised the bar in this system by utilising its principles to allow people to understand and discover their own freedoms turning instinct into active skills.
Studying Systema with Matt has provided me with an understanding of well-being and physical exercise giving me the key to unlock and cure my personal battles with manic depression. Matt continues to mentor me, including championing my satellite Systema School in Bristol cascading his lessons of well-being and self-knowledge across socially excluded areas of the city.” – Karl Durrant
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Matt Hill offers a rare combination of skills, not only is he an Elite level Systema practitioner but has the talent to share this ability with people of all backgrounds and ages. I run my own business which can be a highly stressful occupation at times and though Matt’s tutelage my health, agility and ability to handle stress have improved immeasurably, Matt is a truly exceptional and highly talented teacher. – Andrew Aldridge
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I would like to sincerely thank those who nominated me and all those who participate in Systema Classes with me in Melksham and further afield.
It gives me great joy to share Systema and its benefits with as many people as time affords.
With deep gratitude and respect,
Matt Hill.
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