Threat Recognition
Recognizing a potential threat is eighty percent of the battle. You must be able to recognize a threat whether it’s obvious or not. Who is a threat? Anyone who is attempting to control you, deceive …more
Jhpiego employees learn how to realistically protect themselves in today’s world
Jhpiego is a nonprofit global leader in the creation and delivery of transformative health care solutions that save lives. In partnership with national governments, health experts and local communities, Jhpiego builds health providers’ skills and …more
Increasing your odds of surviving a knife attack when you are unarmed
When you are unarmed and defending against a knife attack, you have options. The safest option is to maintain situational awareness and learn how to read pre-attack indicators. As soon as you become aware of …more
Dealing with an armed house robbery
Statistically we know that home invaders/house robbers/farm attackers in South Africa WILL SEVERELY TORTURE and KILL YOU. They operate in well organized groups (fancy name for armed gangs of up to 10 killers).You cannot fight …more
Scream when fighting back!
When you decide to fight back, vocalization is of utmost importance. However, do not scream “Help” as nobody will come and help you and at the same time it confirms to the attacker that you …more
C.O.B.R.A. Child Abduction Prevention Techniques featured on Hashtags TV Show on E-Extra
In the event that someone attempts to abduct your child, would your kid know how to protect themselves? Certified Self-Defense Instructor Leon Myburgh has a few simple techniques children can use if they find themselves …more
How is C.O.B.R.A. different from KRAV MAGA?
This is a common question we get accross the globe at our training facilities. COBRA was developed from real life Law Enforcement training and field experience. COBRA Self Defense was created in 2002 by Chris …more
The difference between aggravated assault and sports fighting
Someone is trying to kill you or seriously injure you. Even if the intent is not to kill you, the person assaulting you is trying to deliver as much force as possible to your body. …more
The Top 5 Reasons Companies are Choosing COBRA Self-Defense for Team Building
Many Corporations are Selecting a new type of Team Building COBRA Defense Team Building is unlike any other. Rather than learning how to kayak or zip line, your team will learn real-life self-defense and safety skills …more
University of the Free State Personnel attend a C.O.B.R.A. Seminar in Bloemfontein
Around 100 staff members from the University of the Free State in Bloemfontein attended a self-defense awareness presentation hosted by C.O.B.R.A. Self-Defense South Africa who is also based in Bloemfontein. In a world where violence …more