COMBAT

MOVEMENT

STRENGTH

Est. 2009 PRIMAL is a leading South African personal protection school, specialising in Combatives- Krav Maga, MuayThai, Strength & Conditioning. We cater to a diverse clientele including civilians, executive protection officers, law enforcement and military personnel.

Founder Ryan Davies

Is a SASSETA and PSIRA Accredited / Highfield International licensed Close Protection Officer and trusted professional combatives / Krav Maga black belt (Lieutenant Colonel Itay Gil) instructor to high profile high risk security companies. He is considered a subject matter expert and is actively working in the South African defence industry.

Coach Zanalee

With over 16 years of personal training experience, Coach Zanalee is a specialist in strength and conditioning. At PRIMAL Gym we provide private and semi private coaching to women and men on their personal journeys to optimal strength and fitness.

Client Reviews

“ Exceptional club! The Krav & Muay Thai is World class. Great coaches (Ryan & Ben) … couldn’t recommend it more! ”

— PRIMAL practitioner 

“ The best place to start a combatives journey. Coach Ryan has years of local and international experience and is extremely passionate about his craft. He is very patient and easy to train with. Would highly recommend his training! “

— PRIMAL practitioner  

“Fun, varied and most importantly - stress tested.”

— PRIMAL practitioner