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

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