DEFENSIVE TACTICS & CONTROL TECHNIQUES

What Students Learn

First Strike’s 2-day Basic Defensive Tactics & Control Techniques Course provides participants with intensive, reality based, hands-on-training designed to prepare them to effectively handle all levels of resistance that can be used if attacked while serving in the line of duty, or in a security position. This course is open to both professionals and the general public.

Topics Covered

The topics covered include, but are not limited to:

• Use of Force Continuum
• Physiological Responses to Stress
• Pain Compliance Techniques
• Stances and Blocks
• Impact and Stunning Blows
• Handcuffing
• Joint Locks and Grounding Techniques
• Vascular Restraint
• Baton Techniques
• Weapon Retention and Disarming

Standards

This course exceeds most state law enforcement and security training regulatory body requirements, and departmental requirements for basic defensive tactics training.

Prerequisites

None. Entry level.

Occupations Served

Individuals who take this course come from the following occupations:

• Law Enforcement Officers
• Correctional Officers
• Security Guards/Officers
• Tactical Medical Personnel
• Member of the Armed Forces
• Airline Pilots and Cabin Crew
• Others interested in the training

Limitations

• Must be 18 years or older to attend.
• Must be a good physical and mental condition.
• No violent or drug felony convictions.

What To Bring

• Your government issued ID
• Your duty weapon. Unloaded upon Arrival in the Classroom.
• Red or Blue Gun Matching Your Duty Weapon.
• Full duty belt with everything you carry daily.
• Footwear Suitable for Rapid Movement & Turning
• Casual, Comfortable Clothing Suitable for Long Periods of Physical Activity.
• Snacks and Water.
• A willingness to learn and ability to check your ego at the door.

Course Pricing

• $147 USD for Members.
• $197 USD for Non-Members.
• FREE for Authorized Instructors.

Basic Terms

• All students must provide a photo ID and complete required paperwork.
• Payment can be made by Visa, Mastercard, American Express, PayPal, or Bank Draft.
• The Member Discount only applies to the Member, not additional students.
• A $75 USD non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your place.
• Once a course has been paid for, there are no refunds.
• Payment of course does not guarantee certification.
• Course must be completed within 60 days.
• Other Terms and Conditions may apply.

What Students Learn

First Strike’s 2-day Team Based Arrest & Control Techniques Course provides participants with intensive, reality based, hands-on-training designed to prepare teams of two or more officers to effectively handle all levels of resistance that can be used if attacked while serving in the line of duty, or in a security position. It is specifically designed to induce stress and put officers in situations that force them to consider the Use of Force Continuum, and will teach them how to reduce the risk of having to use deadly force, even in the face of significant risk. This course is open to both professionals and the general public.

Topics Covered

The topics covered include, but are not limited to:

• Use of Force Continuum Review
• Stress Inducing Resistance Scenarios
• High Risk Deescalation Scenario
• And much more!

Standards

This course exceeds most state law enforcement and security training regulatory body requirements, and departmental requirements for basic defensive tactics training. The course is designed to help officers better understand use of force options.

Prerequisites

To attend this course, First Strike’s Basic Defensive Tactics Course is required to ensure that the participants are not only familiar with the techniques referenced, but tat they can exhibit confidence in their application under stress.

Occupations Served

Individuals who take this course come from the following occupations:

• Law Enforcement Officers
• Correctional Officers
• Security Guards/Officers
• Tactical Medical Personnel
• Member of the Armed Forces
• Airline Pilots and Cabin Crew
• Others interested in the training

Limitations

• Must be 18 years or older to attend.
• Must be a good physical and mental condition.
• No violent or drug felony convictions.

What To Bring

• Your government issued ID
• Your duty weapon. Unloaded upon Arrival in the Classroom.
• Red or Blue Gun Matching Your Duty Weapon.
• Full duty belt with everything you carry daily.
• Footwear Suitable for Rapid Movement & Turning
• Casual, Comfortable Clothing Suitable for Long Periods of Physical Activity.
• Snacks and Water.
• A willingness to learn and ability to check your ego at the door.

Course Pricing

• $147 USD for Members.
• $197 USD for Non-Members.
• FREE for Authorized Instructors.

Basic Terms

• All students must provide a photo ID and complete required paperwork.
• Payment can be made by Visa, Mastercard, American Express, PayPal, or Bank Draft.
• The Member Discount only applies to the Member, not additional students.
• A $75 USD non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your place.
• Once a course has been paid for, there are no refunds.
• Payment of course does not guarantee certification.
• Course must be completed within 60 days.
• Other Terms and Conditions may apply.

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