
Knife Defense - unarmed
19 September 2026 at 14:00:00
Price
Duration
€59
3 hours
SAMI Academy Sofia
1527 Sofia, Iskar Str. 96
About the Course
Knife Defense – Unarmed
This course focuses on realistic and pressure-tested defense against knife attacks when you are unarmed. Knife threats are fast, chaotic, and extremely dangerous — this workshop prepares you to respond decisively under stress and increase your chances of survival.
You will learn practical, immediately applicable strategies to recognize danger early, manage distance, protect vital areas, and escape violent situations involving edged weapons. The training is based on real attack patterns, not unrealistic choreographed techniques.
This course is suitable for civilians and professionals who want to understand the reality of knife violence and learn efficient defensive concepts without false expectations.
COMBINE THE COURSES "KNIFE DEFENSE - UNARMED" & "KNIFE DEFENSE - ARMED" FOR A €18,- DISCOUNT
What makes this course so special?
Realistic knife attack scenarios based on real-world incidents
Focus on survival, not “winning” a fight
Training under controlled stress to build functional reactions
Understanding distance, timing, and angles against edged weapons
Simple, efficient movements instead of complex techniques
Emphasis on avoidance, escape, and damage limitation
Mental preparedness for extreme close-range threats
Progressive training intensity adapted to the participants
Course Topics
Understanding knife threats and attack patterns
Distance management and movement principles
Protecting vital targets (neck, arteries, torso)
Deflection, control, and redirection concepts
Counterattacks to create escape opportunities
Defense against continuous, aggressive attacks
Use of environment for protection and escape
Stress response, fear control, and decision-making
Legal basics and realistic expectations
What will you gain as a participant?
A realistic understanding of knife violence
Increased awareness and early threat recognition
Practical defensive concepts for unarmed situations
Improved reactions under pressure and stress
Tools to reduce injury and increase survival chances
Confidence based on realism, not false security
Participation Requirements
Minimum age: 18 years
No prior experience required
Sports shoes and suitable training clothing
Booking
Book your spot now – limited participant capacity!
via e-mail: office.sami.sofia@gmail.com
via telephone: +359899164808
Feel free to contact us for more information
COMBINE THE COURSES "KNIFE DEFENSE - UNARMED" & "KNIFE DEFENSE - ARMED" FOR A €18,- DISCOUNT
Important Note:
We reserve the right to exclude or refuse participation to people we consider unsuitable. We do not train people from whom we want to protect ourselves.