Myron: Sworn Protector.

Angel: Survivor, now Guardian.

Us together = Courage Combatives.

Us together = Courage Combatives.

A unique dynamic to Self-Defense, Mindset Training, & Martial Arts.

Courage Combatives : Strength. Safety. Confidence.

Courage Combatives is a New Orleans-based self-defense training company dedicated to making people stronger, safer, and more confident in their everyday lives.

Our mission is to provide realistic, effective, and engaging training that prepares individuals for real-world threats—without sacrificing the enjoyment of learning.

Our team, led by Coaches Myron Gaudet & Angel Lia, offers both group and private training to individuals and organizations who recognize the critical need for defensive skills in today’s world. We proudly train:

✅ Individuals & Families – Personal self-defense, combat fitness, and safety strategies.

✅ First Responders & Professionals – Defensive tactics for those in high-risk roles.

✅ Community Organizations & Businesses – workplace safety and team-based training.

We teach a well-rounded system built on modern martial arts, tactical defense, and legal self-defense principles. Our methods are based on proven, real-world techniques and are fully compliant with legal and ethical standards of self-defense law.

At Courage Combatives, we train our students to make good decisions under bad conditions—so they can navigate potential threats safely.