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The Top 5 Mistakes Most People Make in Self-Defense Situations
Top 5 self-defense mistakes employees make and how to avoid them. Help your staff stay safe with practical corporate self-defense training.
How 1931 Police Training Could Save Your Life in a Violent Criminal Attack Today!
Learn how lessons from 1931 still applies to personal protection in todays world.
The Psychology of an Armed Attacker. Why You Cannot Reason With Them and Must Act
Understand the mindset of an armed attacker and why taking action, not talking, is the key to survival. Empower your staff with practical self-defense skills.
Why Real Estate Agents Are Seen as "Soft Targets" by Criminals
Real estate agents are often seen as soft targets by criminals because they work alone, meet strangers by appointment, and show empty properties — making them vulnerable to attacks. By using smart safety tactics and proper self-defence training, agents can reduce their risk and protect themselves on the job.
How to Handle Street Harassment with Strength and Confidence
Learn simple and effective ways to handle street harassment in South Africa with strength and confidence. Practical tips for women to stay safe and empowered this Women’s Day.
Empowering Women Through Expert Self-Defense: Why COBRA Self-Defense South Africa Leads the Industry on Women’s Day
Empower women this Women’s Day with industry-leading self-defense training from COBRA Self-Defense South Africa. Real-world skills, expert instructors, and proven results.
False Bravado: Why Confidence Alone Isn’t Enough
Learn why confidence without skills can put your employees at risk
Why Waiting to Be Attacked is a Bad Plan
Train your staff to act before it's too late. Self-offense teaches proactive defense and fast response to real-world threats in the workplace.
How to Talk Like You’re Not a Victim
Teach your staff how to speak with confidence to avoid becoming victims. Verbalisation is a vital self-defense skill for safer workplaces.
Why Good People Get Hurt: Understanding “Assumed Morality”
Learn why good people become easy targets. Break the “assumed morality” mindset with corporate self-defense training for safer, smarter staff.
Armed Robbery Readiness: What Your Staff Should Know
Learn how to prepare your staff for an armed robbery with practical tips from COBRA Corporate Self Defense Training. Discover what employees should do to stay calm, stay safe, and survive violent crime in the South African workplace. Essential safety training for HR and company leaders.
Why SA Men Don’t Learn Self-Defense – And Why Your Company Should Change That
Discover why self-defense training is essential for South African men and why HR, Wellness, and Safety Managers should arrange workplace sessions to improve safety, confidence, and team wellbeing.