Navigating chaos in self-defense through realistic training.

Navigating Chaos in Self-Defense: Learning the Ropes

Life is much like the open sea: unpredictable, vast, and often indifferent to your plans. Calm waters can give way to roaring storms without warning, and in those moments, your survival depends not on luck but on preparation. Just as sailors learn to navigate chaos on the water, self-defense training equips you to handle unexpected …

group photo after the first day of the family protection self-defense seminar with kalah combat system founder idan abolnik

Family Protection Training with Idan Abolnik: Report

This past weekend, Kalah Amsterdam had the privilege of co-hosting a two-day family protection training seminar with Kalah Netherlands HQ, led by the one and only Idan Abolnik. Focused on family protection, the seminar was as intense as it was insightful—a deep dive into scenarios most people never want to imagine but need to prepare …

women training realistic self-defense in a kalah class

Debunking Common Self-Defense Myths: A Kalah Perspective

Self-defense often gets overshadowed by myths and misunderstandings, making it hard for people to recognize what’s practical in real-world situations. Movies, the internet, and well-meaning advice have shaped these myths over time, but the Kalah Combat System offers a unique lens through which to address and debunk them. Kalah focuses on simplicity, effectiveness, and realistic …