Over the years I've seen a trend in both tactics and the delivery of training—in that both have become increasingly complicated. I've watched demonstrations of techniques that take five, ten...
The next time someone invites you to the course, or at your yearly department golf outing, don't think of it as downtime, think of it as intentional training.
Walking a beat 35 years ago wasn’t a walk in the park (unless your beat included a park). But here’s the thing—I’m not complaining, I'm reminiscing. I learned valuable professional...
Standards matter a great deal in our profession, and failing to meet them may have consequences that are far worse than losing a game.
In law enforcement work, split-second decisions define outcomes. Officers need to be trained and guided by tactical principles that are simple, repeatable, and effective under stress. Among these principles are...
"Law enforcement professionals are equipped with a range of less-lethal tools designed to gain compliance, stop active aggression and reduce the likelihood of serious injury when deadly force is unwarranted....
Policing has never been a simple profession, and today’s environment demands more from law enforcement leaders than ever before. Communities expect transparency, officers need support, and agencies must balance tradition...
When we think about training speed, we often picture sprints or “fast-feet” drills. Those have their place, but the speed that matters most in tactical performance is the kind that...
In October of 2024, fellow Trainer Garrett DeMilia and I taught an ASP Instructor Certification (AIC) course in Houston. One of our students was James “Bo” Black, a Texas Tech...
"Mention “RedMan” to a police officer, and you’ll usually get a strong reaction. Some remember it as a highlight of their academy training, while others recall it with, let’s say,...
OC spray continues to be one of the most valuable force options available to law enforcement. It fills the gap between empty-hand control and higher force options, and it has...
Most law enforcement officers spend a lot of time in darkness...even in the middle of the day. So a reliable, high-performance flashlight is absolutely essential for general illumination, subject identification,...
Choosing the right law enforcement restraints is a decision that goes beyond personal preference. For many officers, agency policy and standard operating procedures (SOPs) dictate the specific type of handcuffs...