Combat Systems
SAMI Combat Systems contain weapon based and open handed combat systems. Furthermore we developed combat systems especially for professionals.
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Why train in multiple SAMI Combat Systems?
Our systems were developed and continuously refined by Peter Weckauf – designed to help you learn faster and improve techniques more efficiently.
All SAMI systems share the same movement principles, creating powerful synergies: you train more effectively, apply techniques across systems, and gain a deeper understanding of tactics and mechanics.
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What are the SAMI Combat Systems
SAMI Combat Systems consists of three types of systems. SAMI-X Defense is an effective self-defense system, that builds on natural instincts and can be quickly learned as an emergency program for everyone. SAMI-X Fighting Systems are mostly weapon based systems that help you develop defensive abilities, physical and mental skills. SAMI-X PRO is for professionals and focuses on defensive and offensive skills of armed operational forces. Gain strength, confidence, and endurance with SAMI Combat Systems. Our systems are available to everyone, no matter your experience, age, or fitness level.
All systems were developed by Peter Weckauf, the founder of SAMI, a highly renowned instructor for martial arts and self-defense. He is an indispensable training authority, especially for law enforcement in general and specific professional groups in the field of public and private security. You can start training all combat systems online on SAMI-X or in one of our 32 training centers in 10 countries. Thousands of people train SAMI Combat Systems every day to become a better version of themselves. When do you start?
Our SAMI Combat Systems
Discover our comprehensive range of combat systems designed for everyone, from beginners to professionals.
SAMI-X DEFENSE
With SAMI-X Defense, we provide a unique approach to self-defense that relies on not only easy-to-learn, efficient methods but also on cultivating the right mindset.
SAMI-X SDS
Everyday objects. Clear structure. Realistic self-protection.
SAMI-X Krav Maga
Based on natural instincts. Quickly learnable. Effective in real-life scenarios.
SAMI-X Core
Universal principles. Transferable skills. One foundation for every system.
SAMI-X Defender
The SAMI-X Defender is an extraordinary fist knife that the user can use both as a punch and pressure intensifier and as a cutting and stabbing object.
SAMI-X Women
Women's self-defence is not purely Krav Maga for female participants, but it's about taking the possibilities, needs and situations of women and girls really seriously and solving them in a suitable way.
SAMI-X Kids
The main focus in Kids Krav Maga is to integrate the joy of movement, fun and games as well as the topic of self-assertion and self-defense as a matter of course in the lives of children and young people.
SAMI-X FIGHTING ART
SAMI-X Fighting Art systems are weapon-based combat systems that help you develop defensive abilities, physical and mental skills.
SAMI-X Stick
A living, constantly evolving system. Three stick variants. Taught in 50+ countries.
SAMI-X Knife
A sophisticated close combat system focused on the knife and its use for self-defense. Taught in over 50 countries.
SAMI-X Panantukan
Filipino boxing and close-combat training.
SAMI-X Karambit
Originally a tool, now a specialized close-combat weapon. Learn the unique techniques of the curved blade from Asian and European traditions.
SAMI-X Axe
Master the axe like the Vikings did thousands of years ago. One of mankind's oldest weapons — now in a modern training system.
SAMI-X PRO
SAMI-X PRO is tailor-made for professionals, emphasizing defensive and offensive strategies for armed forces, government organizations, and businesses that depend on it in their daily operations.
SAMI-X EBC
Professional baton techniques. Legally grounded. Operationally proven.
SAMI-X PRO
Professional security training for authorities and professional groups.
SAMI-X Weapon Protection
The protection of the weapon is an important topic for weapon bearers. We have developed this course that makes the participants sensitive and capable of action. Our system is taught and trained by various authorities in different European countries.
SAMI-X SEC
SAMI-X SEC (Security) is a purely purpose-driven program tailored to the needs of security personnel, taking into account local legality and proportionality.
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