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

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 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

UNDERSTANDING THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ANTI SOCIAL AND CRIMINAL ATTACKERS

In a self-defense scenario one may by confronted by two main groups of attackers and each group has its own motive and methodology. ANTI-SOCIAL ATTACKERS Generally speaking this group of attackers has a desperate need …more