primalcombatives.com

PRIMAL Gym is a South African personal protection and training school established in 2009. It specialises in combatives, including Krav Maga, alongside Muay Thai and strength and conditioning. Its programmes serve a diverse range of clients, from civilians to executive protection officers, law enforcement personnel and military members, with training focused on practical movement, combat skills and physical fitness.

Founder Ryan Davies is described as a SASSETA- and PSIRA-accredited, Highfield International-licensed close protection officer and a Krav Maga and combatives black belt instructor. He works with high-profile, high-risk security companies and is active in South Africa’s defence industry. Coach Zanalee brings more than 16 years of personal training experience and specialises in strength and conditioning. The gym offers private and semi-private coaching for women and men pursuing greater strength and fitness.

PRIMAL presents its training as varied and stress-tested, supported by experienced coaches. The school’s offerings are intended for people beginning a combatives journey as well as clients seeking specialised personal protection or conditioning instruction.