The Close Protection Conference, hosted annually by IPSB, is the premier gathering for seasoned service providers, new and aspiring EP professionals, and security industry leaders from all sectors. It’s a one-of-a-kind event designed to deliver valuable education, powerful networking, and industry insight.
Most martial arts are built for sport. They train you in controlled environments with rules, weight classes, and evenly matched opponents. Great for competition, but not for the realities of self-defense. C-Tac® is different. This system was built for survival. We prepare you for the worst-case scenario when your attacker is bigger, stronger, faster, armed, or not alone.
If you want tight mechanics, pressure-tested fundamentals, and a clear strategy you can actually apply, this seminar is for you. We’re bringing a focused Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training day to Ooltewah Jiu-Jitsu Academy with material designed to work against real resistance, including larger, stronger, more aggressive opponents.
Step onto the mat this February for a focused Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu seminar with Professor Alan Baker, 4th-degree black belt under Master Pedro Sauer and representative coach under Master Erik Paulson. This is a rare chance to train with a professor who blends traditional Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, modern mechanics, and real-world application into a clear, easy-to-understand system.
Join us for an immersive two-day training experience focused on the core divisions of the C-Tac® Weaponized Ground Fighting System, a approach that blends practical grappling, combative control, and weapons integration.
Join the Core Medical Family for a weekend of comradery, education, and fun! The 2026 Military Appreciation Weekend is a special event to honor and celebrate the brave men and women who serve our country. This annual event raises funds to enable Core Medical Foundation's mission to end Veteran, Law Enforcement Officer, and First Responder suicides.
Prepare yourself with a comprehensive approach to self-defense in this six-hour intensive course, divided into two parts. This program is designed to equip participants with critical skills for real-world encounters, emphasizing the integration of everyday carry (EDC) items, situational awareness, and practical self-defense strategies.
Most martial arts are built for sport. They train you in controlled environments with rules, weight classes, and evenly matched opponents. Great for competition, but not for the realities of self-defense. C-Tac® is different. This system was built for survival. We prepare you for the worst-case scenario when your attacker is bigger, stronger, faster, armed, or not alone.
Filipino Martial Arts (FMA), often known as Kali, Eskrima, or Arnis, is a weapon-based fighting system built for real-world self-defense. It’s famous for developing practical skills fast because it starts with simple, functional tools, sticks, blades, and everyday carry style weapons, then translates those same movements into empty-hand application.
This is a three-hour, range-based training block built for gun owners who understand a simple truth: the fight that matters most is the one that starts too close. If you carry, your first problem is not marksmanship. Your first problem is recognizing trouble early, surviving the initial crash, protecting your head and belt line, creating space, and accessing your weapon systems when they’re actually available.
the U.S. Keysi Fighting Method Instructor Training Program, designed for both aspiring instructors seeking certification and dedicated practitioners who want to develop their skills to the highest level.
Keysi Fighting Method (KFM) is a close-quarters self-defense system designed for chaotic, real-world environments. It builds from strong body structure and the Pensador guard, using short-range striking to protect the head and spine, regain initiative, and create a safe exit. What sets Keysi apart is its structure-first approach, tight elbows and forearms, smart head positioning, and tactical movement that changes angles and levels quickly.
The CSW World Conference is the premier annual gathering for the Combat Submission Wrestling Association. Held at the CSW Training Center in Fullerton, California, this multi-day event brings together practitioners, coaches, and affiliates from around the world for intensive training, networking, and skill development.
Join us in 2026 for an intensive three-day Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu event designed to expand your skills, sharpen your timing, and deepen your understanding of the art. This conference is built around my unique mechanical approach to grappling and Jiu-Jitsu, developed over decades of training in multiple martial arts systems.
These days will focus primarily on the official curriculum of the Pedro Sauer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Association. The format is inspired by the affiliate training days I ran years ago at my academy, which were always a fantastic way for members from across the region to connect, share knowledge, and train as one team.
The Protection Response Tactics® system equips professional bodyguards with the necessary tools to respond effectively in such scenarios.
In today’s context, with the growing popularity of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), professional bodyguards must contend with adversaries who possess heightened awareness and training.
This class reviews rappelling basics, advanced rappelling, rescue rappelling, and tactical rappelling then covers instructor level rappel procedures. Learn each rigging type, advanced rescue hauls, alternate knots, the role of a rappel master, their protocols, additional gear, and instructor belaying.
The Combat Submission Wrestling Coach Development Program is an advanced training camp designed specifically for CSW coaches, affiliate instructors, and those preparing to join the CSW instructor network. Led by Coach Erik Paulson and senior members of the CSW faculty, the CDP is focused on both sharpening technical skill and refining the ability to teach the CSW curriculum effectively.
The Executive Protection Institute’s 7-Day Program is the course that redefined the personal protection industry. Since 1978, this world-renowned program has been continuously updated to reflect modern threats, technology, and operational best practices. With over 100 hours of instruction, the course blends classroom learning with extensive hands-on training and realistic scenario-based exercises.
Protection Response Tactics is meticulously crafted to fill this critical gap. Our program is tailored specifically for protection agents, focusing on the subtleties of conducting oneself in high-tension scenarios while being mindful of public perception and legal ramifications.
Professor Alan Baker returns to Athens, Georgia on June 13, 2026 for another Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu seminar. This session will explore everything from core fundamentals to advanced mechanical concepts, with a strong focus on material from Alan’s specialized Living Mechanics Jiu-Jitsu program. The seminar is open to all practitioners, regardless of rank or experience level. Everyone is welcome to join and train.
Step onto the mat next summer for a focused, high-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu seminar with Professor Alan Baker, 4th-degree black belt under Master Pedro Sauer and representative coach under Master Erik Paulson.
This seminar is part of the Living Mechanics Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program, Alan’s self-defense based approach to Jiu-Jitsu that blends intelligent mechanics, structure, and timing with pressure-tested training.
Most martial arts are built for sport. They train you in controlled environments with rules, weight classes, and evenly matched opponents. Great for competition, but not for the realities of self-defense. C-Tac® is different. This system was built for survival. We prepare you for the worst-case scenario when your attacker is bigger, stronger, faster, armed, or not alone.
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Legacy Academy Training Summit is a concentrated, hands-on weekend built for serious practitioners and coaches. Train core mechanics and live application across Filipino Kali, Legacy Jeet Kune Do, Wing Chun, Thai Boxing, and Chinese Boxing, with add-on labs in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Submission Wrestling.
U.S. Keysi Fighting Method Conference and Instructor Camp, open to the public and designed as one of the premier Keysi events in the United States. Train in depth with dedicated practitioners and the instructor cadre, pursue certification through the Instructor Track, or choose the Practitioner Track to progress your skills without the pressure of teaching. This is your chance to experience authentic Keysi at scale, hands on, structured, and focused on real advancement.
The Protection Response Tactics® system equips professional bodyguards with the necessary tools to respond effectively in such scenarios.
In today’s context, with the growing popularity of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), professional bodyguards must contend with adversaries who possess heightened awareness and training.
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These days will focus primarily on the official curriculum of the Pedro Sauer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Association. The format is inspired by the affiliate training days I ran years ago at my academy, which were always a fantastic way for members from across the region to connect, share knowledge, and train as one team.
This class reviews rappelling basics, advanced rappelling, rescue rappelling, and tactical rappelling then covers instructor level rappel procedures. Learn each rigging type, advanced rescue hauls, alternate knots, the role of a rappel master, their protocols, additional gear, and instructor belaying.
The Executive Protection Institute’s 7-Day Program is the course that redefined the personal protection industry. Since 1978, this world-renowned program has been continuously updated to reflect modern threats, technology, and operational best practices. With over 100 hours of instruction, the course blends classroom learning with extensive hands-on training and realistic scenario-based exercises.
Protection Response Tactics is meticulously crafted to fill this critical gap. Our program is tailored specifically for protection agents, focusing on the subtleties of conducting oneself in high-tension scenarios while being mindful of public perception and legal ramifications.
The Combat Submission Wrestling Coach Development Program is an advanced training camp designed specifically for CSW coaches, affiliate instructors, and those preparing to join the CSW instructor network. Led by Coach Erik Paulson and senior members of the CSW faculty, the CDP is focused on both sharpening technical skill and refining the ability to teach the CSW curriculum effectively.
We have received a tremendous number of requests from the public to train in this program. This annual conference is your chance to experience the multi-faceted self-defense system designed by Sifu Alan Baker. Over four days, we will cover key elements of the Combat Blueprint and provide hands-on, structured training. This event also functions as an instructor training camp, so you can expect high-level leadership from the program on the mat throughout the conference.