KD For kids ready to build focus, balance, and real self-defense skills.

Combat Skill.
Strong Body.
Healthy Spirit.

Systema is a martial art built to develop physical and mental skills to defend yourself and others. For ages 2.5 through adults.

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Why Systema Floyd

More Than Martial Arts.
Character Training for Life.

Systema Floyd isn't about collecting trophies, it's about raising kids who stand taller, focus harder, and treat people with respect. Our programs weave real martial-arts fundamentals with the kind of character work you can't teach in a classroom.

Parents tell us they notice the change fast: better listening at home, sharper attention at school, and the quiet confidence that comes from knowing how to handle yourself. That's the Systema difference.

Safe, Structured Environment

Every class supervised. No contact sparring. Drills built for kids ages 5 and up.

Battle-Tested Curriculum

Authentic Systema principles adapted for kids, real skills, kid-safe delivery.

Ranked Belt Progression

Clear milestones parents and kids can track. Every belt is earned, never given.

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Our Programs

Pick Your Path.

Three ways to build stronger kids, choose the one that fits your family.

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After School Systema

Martial arts right at your child's campus. Pickup, class, character work, no extra driving for you.

Ages Pre-K – 8thWeeklyOn-campus
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Camps & No-School Days

Full-day camps over summer, school breaks, and no-school days. Martial arts plus outdoor play and character challenges.

Ages Pre-K – 8thFull-daySummer + breaks
Plus, For Every Age & Occasion
Why Choose Us

The Systema Standard.

What makes us different from the strip-mall dojo down the road.

Tom Floyd, founder of Systema Floyd Instructors

Certified Instructors

Years of ranked experience. Every instructor vetted, trained, and background-checked.

Kids in after-school Systema class at a partner campus 60+ Campuses

On-Campus Convenience

60+ partner schools. No extra driving, no after-school scramble, just pick-up done right.

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Character-First Curriculum

Respect, focus, discipline, taught first, drilled always. Kids leave better people.

Supervised class environment at Systema Floyd Safety

Safe & Structured

No contact sparring. Strict supervision ratios. Every class planned, every kid seen.

Systema Floyd family community Community

Family Community

Parent network, end-of-session events, and a gym culture that feels like family.

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Clear Progress

Belt-ranking system with quarterly testings. Every kid sees exactly how far they've come.

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Parent & Student Stories

Real Words. Real Results.

All reviews pulled straight from Google. See what Systema Floyd families actually say.

My 6-year-old son has been taking Systema Floyd Martial Arts this year after school and has LOVED it! He looks forward to it every week & is eager to show me what he learned. He has been learning self-control, balance, & flexibility. The coach is great with the kids, patient, encouraging, & personable! Highly recommend!

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Kayla Mays
Parent · Google Review

A true gem. I've been coming here for four years now. I've had the good fortune of training at a number of Systema schools in the U.S. and Europe, including the Systema HQ in Toronto. Whenever I come home, I'm so happy to get to train with Tommy and Alex. The depth, skill, and care of the work here are second to none.

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Eric Bear
4-year student · Google Local Guide

Fantastic place that teaches discipline and skills! Tom and Alex are extremely knowledgeable and take pride in seeing the kids succeed.

JR
JT Rello
Parent · Google Local Guide

"An amazing school for someone at any age."

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James Alfe
Google Local Guide

"I've been coming to this school for most of my life. The school is my life 🥷"

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Samuel Henry
Lifelong student

"Tom is great with kids…awesome!"

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Steven Quattrocchi
Google Local Guide

"From Sienna Quinn, five stars for you guys."

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Piper Quinn
Family review
All reviews from Google · Systema Floyd Martial Arts, West Palm Beach
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Meet The Team

The Instructors Behind Every Belt.

A handpicked team of certified Systema and Karate instructors, led by founder Tom Floyd. Every coach trains directly under Tom and lives the Systema standard.

Tom Floyd, founder of Systema Floyd Martial Arts
Tom Floyd · Founder

Tom Floyd

Founder · Certified Systema Instructor

Tom is a lifelong martial artist who specializes in working with children and adults to build confidence, physical ability, and overall well-being. His sincerity and talent for teaching complex, instinct-based self-defense to students from all walks of life set him apart.

He began training at age five, and holds a third-degree black belt in Ryukyu Kempo, a second-degree black belt in Shorin-Ryu, and an honorary first-degree in Goju Ryu. After discovering Systema under Dave Merrill, the first certified Systema instructor in the U.S., Tom earned his certification under Vladimir Vasiliev in Toronto, and has had the privilege of training with Mikhail Ryabko, founder of Ryabko Systema.

Nearly three decades later, his approach has gained national recognition. Instructors from around the world study Tom's model for teaching children in schools and camps. His Active School Shooter: Teacher and Student Safety program has received extensive local news coverage, and he is a featured instructor at Systema seminars across North America and Mexico.

Certified Systema Instructor 60+ Partner Schools

The Systema Floyd Coaches

Every instructor on this team has trained directly under Tom. Same standard, same principles, same care for every student.

Alex Henry, Systema instructor at Systema Floyd

Alex Henry

Systema Instructor

A decade of martial arts experience starting at age 10 and 10+ years of hands-on teaching. Certified Systema instructor who specializes in working with children with special needs.

Sean Nasiff, Systema instructor at Systema Floyd

Sean Nasiff

Lead Instructor · Georgia

Lead Instructor for Systema Floyd Georgia. Studying under Tom Floyd since 2008, teaching since 2009. Former MMA competitor with 7+ years in the mental health field.

James Alfe, Systema instructor at Systema Floyd

James Alfe

Systema Instructor

Trained in Kempo Karate, Jujitsu, and now Systema. Four years under Sensei Cindy Graham, then one-on-one with Tom Floyd. Attention to detail paired with a friendly demeanor.

Ryan at Systema Floyd

Ryan

Rick Dermo, Karate instructor at Systema Floyd

Rick Dermo

Karate Instructor

45 years in martial arts. Honorary 5th-degree black belt in Shorin-Ryu, plus Kendo, Kobudo, Jeet Kune Do, and Kali. Teaches by dojo kun: character, sincerity, effort, etiquette, self-control.

Evan Beery, Karate instructor at Systema Floyd

Evan Beery

Karate Instructor

30+ years of traditional Okinawan karate, 20+ under Sensei Rick Dermo. Second-degree black belt in Shorin-Ryu, former U.S. Marine Corps martial arts instructor.

George, Systema Floyd

George

George is a seasoned martial arts expert and dedicated US Army veteran whose career spans the study of combat disciplines and protecting national interests. Combining military training with the technical precision of traditional and modern martial arts, George embodies the spirit of a warrior, focusing on hand-to-hand combat effectiveness, discipline, and mental resilience.

Sensei Jordan

Martial Arts Instructor

A 4th Degree Black Belt in Mixed Martial Arts, trained across Karate, Tae Kwon Do, Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, and XMA/Hyper Martial Arts, plus weapons including Kamas, Bo Staff, Nunchaku, Sword and Kali Escrima. In the martial arts since age 9 and teaching professionally for over 8 years, he is honored to share his passion and help students reach their goals.

Evenson, boxing instructor at Systema Floyd

Evenson

Boxing Instructor
Jessica, Spirit Dance instructor at Systema Floyd

Jessica

Spirit Dance Instructor
Carolina, Spirit Dance instructor at Systema Floyd

Carolina

Spirit Dance Instructor
Bianca Oliveira, Spirit Dance instructor at Systema Floyd

Bianca Oliveira

Spirit Dance Instructor

Bianca brings 18 years of dance and cheer experience and is a proud member of the Florida Atlantic University dance team. Originally from Michigan, she has a strong passion for teaching and loves sharing her dedication to dance with others.

Juliana at Systema Floyd

Juliana

Joann Floyd

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