The INpowered Big Break is back
SEASON 2: THE NICHE BETWEEN NINJA AND NOTHING
Take part in the biggest personal protection event of its kind and help share the gift of forever-knowledge with the girls who need it most.
Share the gift of forever knowledge.
Raise funds to put disadvantaged girls through the INpowered program.
Break personal barriers & world records
Be part of a world-first event: the most boards broken at one venue
Equip yourself with personal protection
Gain practical knowledge to avoid confrontational situations and protect yourself better.
Join the INpowered Big Break
SEASON 2: The Niche Between Ninja and Nothing
24 June 2026, @ 17h30 for 18h30
Venue: The Tryst
20 Archimedes Street
Kramerville, Sandton
Single Ticket: R200 (Admits One)
Suits & Sneakers presents “The Niche between Ninja and Nothing” with Mark Grobbelaar
Suits & Sneakers hosts weekly events in Joburg, each featuring a different guest and theme. The
idea is to create a space for ongoing learning that helps you broaden your thinking in a
fast-changing world. This special event will be hosted on the evening of Wednesday, 24 June, at The
Tryst in Kramerville.
WHAT IS “THE NICHE BETWEEN NINJA AND NOTHING” ALL ABOUT?
Most people value personal safety yet almost no one has the time to spend years mastering complex
martial arts. The result is that we drift into the
dangerous alternative of knowing absolutely nothing, leaving our safety
entirely to chance. Mark Grobbelaar calls the massive space between being a master ninja and being
completely defenseless “The Niche.”
In this powerful keynote presentation, Mark strips away the complexity of
traditional self-defense to reveal a streamlined, psychological framework that anyone can use under
extreme pressure. This is the exact system credited by Miss Universe Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters for
saving her life during a violent hijacking attempt. You will discover how to read situational dynamics, move past panic, and ensure that you always have a choice when your safety is threatened.
The Big Break!
We are taking this session a step further than a standard keynote presentation. To permanently
anchor this new mindset, the evening concludes with a hands-on, experiential breakthrough activity
where attendees will have the opportunity to physically break a wooden board. This specific
exercise is designed to shatter internal mental blocks, instantly proving to you that you possess
far more strength and capability than you ever realised. You will walk out of the room completely
INpowered.
To ensure this vital training is accessible to everyone, we are making the first few hundred
tickets completely free of charge. Once the complimentary
If allocation is exhausted, a standard ticket fee will apply for the remaining seats. Secure your spot
immediately to claim your free pass and join us for a powerful evening of growth.
MORE ABOUT MARK GROBBELAAR
Mark Grobbelaar is the founder of INpowered and one of South Africa’s most respected human
protection practitioners. A 6th Dan karate master with over 40 years of experience, Mark completely
re-evaluated his life’s work following the horrific attack on his close friend, Alison Botha.
Realizing she had been trapped in a crisis without knowing her tactical options, he dedicated his
life to creating a simplified system that works for everyday people.
Through his corporate programs and workshops, Mark has empowered more than 16,000 South Africans.
Known for his intensely pragmatic approach, his ongoing mission is to eliminate vulnerability by
giving ordinary citizens the practical tools to navigate extraordinary circumstances.
SPONSORS & PARTNERS
This Suits & Sneakers event is proudly brought to you by EasyEquities, Evolv Outdoor, SA Future
Trust, and the many small business owners that are Suits & Sneakers members. Together, we have
created a support structure for small business owners and our collective goal is to grow the economy, while
lowering unemployment.
More about that on the night.