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Protection of Self and Others

Protection of Self and Others

Protection of Self and Others

 Protection of self and others training is a broad term for programs that teach individuals how to recognize and respond to dangerous situations, with the dual purpose of keeping themselves and those around them safe. It moves beyond basic self-defense by emphasizing proactive strategies and verbal de-escalation, not just physical techniques.  

Emergency Medical Response

Protection of Self and Others

Protection of Self and Others

Emergency medical response (EMR) training provides the skills and knowledge to give immediate, life-saving care in an emergency until higher-level medical help arrives. The training covers basic life support, like CPR and automated external defibrillation (AED), and the management of medical emergencies and trauma, such as bleeding, shock, and injuries. It is designed for various professionals like firefighters and police officers, as well as for community members and students who want to provide initial medical assistance.  

Crime Prevention

Protection of Self and Others

Tactical and Functional Fitness

Crime prevention training teaches individuals how to reduce the risk of crime by identifying potential threats and implementing preventative strategies. The training covers a wide range of topics, including personal safety, property security, and strategies like Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED), which uses physical design to deter criminal behavior. The goal is to proactively prevent crime before it happens by making it more difficult for criminals and less appealing to target.  

Tactical and Functional Fitness

Tactical and Functional Fitness

 Tactical fitness is a training approach designed for individuals in high-stakes professions like the military or law enforcement, and it can also be used by civilians to build functional, resilient strength and endurance. It focuses on preparing the body and mind for a wide range of unpredictable, real-world demands, combining strength, endurance, and mobility with mental resilience and the ability to perform under stress.

Firearms Training

 Firearms training is instruction and practice in the safe handling, operation, and use of firearms. It covers fundamental safety rules, proper grip and stance, legal aspects of ownership, and marksmanship skills, and can also include advanced topics like self-defense and tactical use.

Situational Awareness

 Situational awareness training is a process of developing the ability to perceive, understand, and anticipate potential risks by actively monitoring your surroundings. It involves learning to observe your environment, comprehend the situation, and react effectively to ensure personal safety. Training helps individuals recognize early warning signs of threats, know potential escape routes, and be mentally, physically, and strategically prepared to respond to emergencies.

Active Attacker/Shooter Response

Active Attacker/Shooter Response

Active Attacker/Shooter Response

 Active attacker training, also known as active shooter or active threat training, is a program designed to teach civilians and first responders how to recognize and respond effectively to a violent attack. It provides strategies to minimize harm and increase the chances of survival during an unpredictable, rapidly unfolding event.

Travel Risk Management

Active Attacker/Shooter Response

Active Attacker/Shooter Response

 Travel risk management (TRM) training equips travelers with the knowledge and skills to identify, assess, and mitigate potential threats they may encounter during business or leisure trips. This training helps individuals stay safe by providing information on a wide range of risks, from health hazards and political instability to cybersecurity threats and mundane issues like road closures. It includes learning best practices for personal safety, how to respond to emergencies, and understanding company policies for travel.

Evasive Driving

Active Attacker/Shooter Response

  Evasive driving training teaches drivers how to react to emergency situations by mastering advanced vehicle control techniques, such as emergency braking, swerving, and skid recovery. This training is often for professionals like security and executive protection agents who need to handle high-risk scenarios, but it is also available to civilians to improve overall driving safety. The courses combine classroom theory with hands-on practice in a controlled environment to prepare drivers for unexpected and dangerous events, such as avoiding collisions, escaping threats, or navigating treacherous road conditions.

Women's Self Defense

Women's Self Defense

Our women's self defense classes are designed to teach women how to protect themselves in various situations. These classes are taught by female instructors.

Kids Self Defense

Women's Self Defense

Kids Self Defense

Our kids self defense program is designed to teach kids how to protect themselves and build confidence. Our instructors use fun and engaging techniques to make learning self defense enjoyable.

Land Navigation

Women's Self Defense

Kids Self Defense

 Land navigation training teaches how to move from one point to another using a map, compass, and knowledge of the terrain, often in challenging conditions like darkness or bad weather. It is a core skill in the military and for wilderness survival, focusing on practical techniques such as plotting coordinates, using a compass for direction (azimuth), estimating distance (pace count), and matching what's on the map to the real world (terrain association).

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