• Playfight is a unique physical art that integrates body, mind, spirit and emotions.

      We Playfight to know more about ourselves, our strength, our inner power and learn to use it consciously in relation to others. A safe space to train our own Inner Conscious Warrior and to give love and space to our Inner Child.

       

      We use a unique formula that combines Wrestling and Mindfulness.

      Wrestling engages the body using strength in a safe and respectful way. Mindfulness teaches us to observe what happens on a deeper level. What emotions are triggered, what unconscious patterns become evident and how can I play (my life) in a different way.

       

      Playfight is not a solo journey, but a group practice. 

      We gather in circle, and we Playfight in the middle. We bond, we relate and we support each other. We wrestle but there are no winners or losers. We use our strength but we don't hurt each other. We train our inner warrior to develop inner peace.

       

       

       

       

    • 3 RITUALS

      The secret of Playfight is in them. Honoring the rituals is honoring yourself.

      1) The Encounter

      The Playfighters squat low facing one another. Their fists touch and whilst making eye contact they say "Playfight!". This means "I agree to not hurting myself nor anybody else and my purpose is to connect with myself and you".

      The Game begins: the goal is to pin the other down on both shoulder blades for 3 counted seconds, as many times as possible in a time frame of 7 minutes. There are no winner or losers.

      The Circle witnesses in silence and marks the end with a short clap .

      2) The Appreciation

      The Playfighters sit in the middle of the circle and, facing one another they, hold hands. One at the time, they share what he/she appreciated about the other.

      The Appreciation should be personal, not general. "I appreciated You because...".

      The Circle witnesses in silence and clap shortly to end the ritual.

      3) The Feedbacks

      The Playfighters remain in the center of the circle ,and turn to the people in the circle to listen silently.

      The people in the Circle give 3 feedback that are personal, shared in the "I" form, and refer to what was felt, appreciated, or experienced. No suggestions, advises or small talk.

      The Playfighters thank each person for their feedback and the ritual ends with a last short clap.

      A new session can start.

    • 5 PILLARS

      that hold strong all our Playfight:

       

      SAFETY

      CIRCLE WISDOM

      PLAY

      INNER WARRIOR

      EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE

       

      Discover them sliding right.

      SAFETY

       

      Playfight is a space where we use our strength to relate to one another consciously. Our aim is to provide you with a safe space where you can express yourself authentically.

       

      Safety is both physical and emotional. We welcome and honour the feelings of every participant.

       

      Each Playfight Facilitator is trained to provide you a trustworthy space of transformation.

      CIRCLE WISDOM

      During a Playfight, you are not alone. There is a whole Circle supporting you and the match you are playing. They will be your eyes, even when you'll be blind.

       

      Around you and your match, the Circle observes, feels, protects, engages and supports you. Playfight builds tribe, companionship, brotherhood, and sisterhood.

       

      PLAY!

      To play is the base of growth and learning. Kids do it all the time! They use their bodies , strength, creativity and feelings to connect, getting to know each other and themselves. By playing they learn to enjoy life and use their immense energy!

       

      Growing up life becomes more serious, we forget our innate playfulness and learning become a mind process instead of a full body journey. Playfight reclaims the lightness and foolishness to express consciously our inner child!

      INNER WARRIORS

      In a Playfight we don't see the other as an enemy or an opponent. We see an ally, and together we train our inner power that supports us in the daily challenges of life.

       

      Playfight is an occasion to learn how to stop wasting time and energies in opposing to what you don't like, and instead transform it into something beneficial to you.

       

      You will Playfight with different people, bodies, and strategies, and you will learn to adapt, to react fluidly, to be centered and to move through the challenges on your way!

      EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE

      Emotions are capable of moving mountains, or freezing an instant and often in our daily life we suppress or ignore them. In Playfight we welcome and give space to them. Learning to use them is part of our journey.

       

      We consciously use Anger, Joy, Fear, and Sadness to discover the risks and the hidden potential of each one of them!

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    • THE INITIATOR

      I'm Matteo Tangi and my love for Playfight began when I was a kid. At the beach, on the grass, me and my friends would wrestle for hours, having so much fun, feeling ecstatic and connected to one another.

      Growing up something changed. Being physical and close was not common anymore, using the strength even less, only allowed in martial arts or competitive sports.

      Matteo Tangi, Playfight

      A few years ago I decided to reclaim that playfulness, freedom of using my body, my strength and my feelings. From there Playfight was born.

      Since then this is my regular practice, a way to meet myself and others with respect, honesty and care. A way to use my body and my strength to its fullest, being super aware of each movement, each breath, each touch.

      Nowadays I passionately share this art with people, empowering them to facilitate their circles and creating together an international network to support and develop Playfight.

      My dream is that in each city of the world people would gather in a circle reclaiming and enjoying our beautiful human nature.

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    • F.A.Q.

      Still having doubts? Check this out:

      Is Playfight a violent practice?

      No. Playfight is a conscious space where two or more individuals can be in contact, with their full strength, in a non-violent way.

      Is Playfight a martial art?

      No. Playfight is a unique practice where the primary focus is self knowledge and conscious connection with one another. We don't focus on fighting techniques, nor on being stronger, better, faster, etc.

      Can I hurt myself?

      The base rule of playfight is not to hurt oneself and others. Yet like any physical practice, minor accidental injuries might happen like bruises or scratches. We like to call them "Playfight kisses".

      Can I hold a Playfight session myself?

      Yes! Our purpose is to empower you to hold your Playfight circles and become part of the team. In order to do that please visit the page Playfight Academy

      Is Playfight suitable for kids?

      Yes! Introducing a conscious way of fighting is a tremendous support for their development. Many practitioners playfight with their kids and they are implementing circles in schools.

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