WELCOME TO

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The PRIMAL Personal Protection course.

“ So Simple and stupid, that it is actually intelligent. ”

Course Modules

1. Dressing for Concealment & Deployment

   - Techniques for wearing clothing that allows for the discreet carry of weapons. How to conceal carry and deploy weapon system, primary, secondary and tertiary- firearm, knife & tactical pen.

2. Room Positioning and Surveillance

   - Strategies for optimal positioning in various environments for effective surveillance. Back to the wall back to the vehicle.

3. Threat Recognition and Engagement

   - Understanding the "P0 rush" tactic: Too identify and neutralise threats efficiently you need to reverse the roll and take your attack by surprise, attack 1st before his attack.

4. Physical Defence Techniques & Tactics

  • The C - grip compass

  • X marks the spot foot work.

  • Tactical Pen hammer grip.

  • C- grip elbow.

  • Rush counter strike.

  • Dead side live side gun disarm.

  • Deployment under pressure

Course Logistics

Duration: 5 hours

Format: Private training sessions individual and small groups

Location: PRIMAL Bliargowrie, organised venue or online.

Instructor: PRIMAL founder Ryan Davies.

Hours
Monday–Friday
8am–6pm

Founder Ryan Davies is a SASSETA and PSIRA Accredited / Highfield International Close Protection Officer, life long Martial Artist and an authentic Israeli Krav Maga Black belt. He is currently actively teaching and training security professionals as well as providing Risk Mitigation services.

In 2009, Ryan embarked on a transformative journey, establishing PRIMAL to address South Africa’s urgent need for effective self-defense training. Inspired by a vision to create the finest martial arts school, Ryan undertook rigorous training, traveling to Israel in 2010 to study under Grandmaster Hiam Gidon and Yigal Abriv.

Over the next years Ryan has continued his studied under notable Israeli experts like Major Itay Gill, Noah Gross and Alexander Zhelezniak. His relentless pursuit of excellence culminated in earning multiple full Krav Maga instructorship diplomas by 2014 and full short weapons instructorship in Israeli ACT Armed Combat & Tactics by 2017.

Over the next sixteen years, Ryan’s dedication propelled him to the forefront of Krav Maga in South Africa, culminating in a black belt under Major Itay Gil in 2023. In 2025 Ryan would advance his skill level by taking the steps to becoming an Internationally accredited Executive Protection officer through Ipeleng Risk Management Service.

PRIMAL distinguishes itself through scenario-based, full-contact training that integrates principles from both Israeli Krav Maga and Armed Combat & Tactics (ACT). It encompasses instruction on advanced armed combat techniques, preparing students to confront life-threatening situations with both empty hands and weapons. Ryan has also spent time training In a multitude of martial arts including MuayThai, Jiu-jitsu, Judo and Aikido to strengthen his teaching and Krav Maga concept.

Rooted in the historical ethos of Krav Maga, which was originally formulated for the IDF, PRIMAL stands as a testament to Ryan’s commitment to fostering a resilient, self-reliant community equipped for survival