Can you really learn self-defense online?

This is a much debated topic in the martial arts and self-defense world.  Some instructors feel that one cannot learn martial arts or self-defense from online training, others feel that it compliments live in-person training …more

Don’t bring a knife to a gun fight…fact or myth?

Most people assume a gun will always be superior to a knife during a violent altercation. But is it true? Will a gun for self-defense always be superior? The answer is both YES and NO. …more

Baby impalas, yummy…

Criminals want easy opportunity when they prepare to do crime to attack their victims. When thinking about self defense, this is the most important knowledge you can acquire to protect yourself and your loved ones. …more

Self-Defense Training for Film & Publications Board

The South African Film and Publications Board recently contracted C.O.B.R.A. Self-Defense to train their employees in reality-based self-defense at their Cape Town and Durban branches.  The Film & Publication Board regulates the content of films, games …more

Gender Based Violence-What YOU can do about it

Gender Based Violence is a term used in South Africa to address violence aimed at women. Many organizations call for stricter legislation to punish offenders. Others advocate that men should be better educated to respect …more

Gender Based Violence Training with Mr. Central SA

Gender Based Violence is a term that refers to violence diected by men against women.  The organizers of the Mr. Central South Africa event made it their mission to empower the women of Central South …more

Self defense training for ABSA

One of the largest Banking Groups in South Africa, ABSA Bank, recently partnered with C.O.B.R.A. Self-Defense in South Africa to present personal protection training to their employees in Cape Town and Johannesburg.  Absa Group Limited …more

Self Defense Training Course Teach Pre-Attack Indicators

In the C.O.B.R.A. Self-Defense Training Course for Adults you not only learn physical self defense skills but most importantly you learn how to recognize pre-attack indicators before the attack happens. This allows you the opportunity …more

Banking on their personal safety

African Bank, a South African based banking company recently contracted C.O.B.R.A. Self-Defense South Africa to conduct 6 x corporate self defense workshops for their employees at their corporate office based in Midrand, Johannesburg. The company …more