Executive Protection Institute

THE NEW Protection Response Tactics Train-The-Trainer Program Coming In 2025

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Defensive tactics in the security and protection industry must go far beyond the simple repackaging of martial arts techniques, which is, unfortunately, all too common in the field. While martial arts are valuable disciplines, they are not inherently designed with the unique challenges of client protection in mind. Traditional martial arts primarily focus on safeguarding the practitioner, not on the … Read more

Empowering Protection Agents with the Protection Response Tactics (PRT) Program: Tailored Defensive Tactics for the Modern Protector

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In today’s world, being a protector means more than just showing up. Threats are evolving, and as protection agents, we need to be prepared for anything that comes our way. That’s where Protection Response Tactics (PRT) come into play. This October 26-28, I’ll bring the PRT program to the Executive Protection Institute in Martinsburg, West Virginia. This … Read more

The Protection Response Tactics Program

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Explore the Protection Response Tactics (PRT) program, meticulously designed for protection agents and bodyguards. Developed to meet the unique needs of Personal Protection Specialists (PPS), PRT bridges the gap between traditional martial arts and the practical demands of client defense. Learn socially acceptable, visually appropriate, and legally defensible strategies tailored to real-world scenarios. Gain advanced skills in pre-contact applications, soft control methods, and risk mitigation, ensuring you are prepared for high-stakes environments and can effectively protect your clients.

Rethinking Grappling in the Age of Everyday Carry

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Discover the transformative journey of integrating Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, and Combat Submission Wrestling with firearms training for a comprehensive self-defense strategy. Learn how the fusion of grappling and tactical readiness prepares individuals for real-world challenges. This article delves into the development of a warrior’s mindset, the importance of weapon retention in combat, and the creation of the Living Mechanics Jiu-Jitsu and C-Tac Programs, offering insights into adapting martial arts training for enhanced situational awareness and self-reliance.

The Critical Intersection of Martial Arts and Protection: A Deep Dive into Modern Training Needs

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Explore the critical intersection of martial arts and modern protection training needs. Discover how martial arts expertise, combined with a comprehensive approach to protection, can enhance personal defense, strategic thinking, and adaptability. Learn the importance of visual considerations, low-level force techniques, verbal de-escalation, and integrating firearms into your training. Join us as we delve into creating a more effective and legally defensible protection system

Enhancing Executive Protection: Introducing the Comprehensive Protection Response Tactics Program

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The conclusion of another successful May Executive Protection Institute School marked the commencement of an eagerly anticipated course – the Protection Response Tactics (PRT) program.