This is an online only (virtual) training course that reviews basic defense techniques against five of the most common types of attacks officers experience on the street. Pros and cons of each type of defense, and the greatest concerns of each type of attack are discussed. Defense options are discussed and demonstrated. Five videos accompany this course along with recommended reading of five articles.
The course includes a PowerPoint slide show that corresponds to the five training videos. The total viewing time for the videos is approximately 18 minutes broken down into five segments. For viewer’s reference there is also a downloadable PDF version of the PowerPoint presentation, perfect for use in taking notes. A course syllabus and extra reading resources are also included in the training materials.
If there are any questions with regard to the content, please contact the instructor: Lt. Frank Borelli via email to frank@officer.com.
Course Location
This is a virtual course, offered online only and available to registered users of the Officer Virtual Academy at all times.
Course Description
This course of instruction reviews basic defense techniques against five of the most common types of attacks officers experience on the street. Pros and cons of each type of defense, and the greatest concerns of each type of attack are discussed. Defense options are discussed and demonstrated. Five videos accompany this course along with recommended reading of five articles.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for attending this program.
Course Sequencing
This course is a personal-knowledge-only (no continuing education or in-service credits) program. It is recommended that the student officer view/attend the following courses before viewing this one:
- Boyd’s Cycle Applied to Conflict Survival
- General Defensive Tactics Introduction
- Defensive Tactics Introduction
- Lethal Force Attack Defense
- Control & Search Protocols
- Handcuff & Search Techniques
Course Objectives
- Upon completion, the student officer will be able to articulate the most common type(s) of takedowns and at least one defense against such
- Upon completion, the student officer will be able to articulate the threat from a badge grab attack and at least one defense against such
- Upon completion, the student officer will be able to articulate the most common type(s) of kick attacks and at least one defense against such
- Upon completion, the student officer will be able to articulate the most common type of punch attack and at least one defense against such
- Upon completion, the student officer will be able to articulate the most common type(s) of braced choke attacks and at least one defense against such
Course Sponsor
About the Instructors
Lt. Frank Borelli – LE Instructor / Editorial Director
With over 35 years of operational experience and more than 30 years of instructional experience, Lt. Borelli has taught programs involving firearms, defensive tactics, officer survival, active shooter response and more to officers from all levels of government to include city, county, state, federal and military. He remains active in law enforcement, continually training and being trained to keep his skills up to date and sharp.
Sgt. Richard Nance – LE Instructor / SWAT experience / TV personality
Richard Nance is a veteran police officer and former SWAT team leader. He is the co-owner of WARTAC, a company that provides training in firearms, tactics, and personal defense. Nance cohosts Handguns & Defensive Weapons, a new television series on the Sportsman Channel.
Course Includes
- 5 Lessons
- Course Certificate
