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The Confrontational Continuum
By ASP Trainer Mike Dice
The ability to use force is the most significant responsibility given to law enforcement officers. It is also the thing that is most likely to draw harsh scrutiny from both the public and the courts. Because of the significant liability and other risks faced by officers when they use force, ASP includes a Confrontational Continuum module in its defensive tactics training. The information provided in the module has been developed by teams of experts, and proven effective and defensible on the street.
Martial Arts and Law Enforcement Part One: The Basics
By ASP Trainer Jim Klauba
As a trainer, I frequently get asked what martial art is best for police officers. It’s a great question, and a topic that’s particularly close to my heart, but there’s really no one answer.
Setting Up Your Duty Belt
By ASP Trainer Mike Dice
"Most police academies and/or agencies provide guidelines or recommendations on setting up your duty belt. Some Standard Operating Procedures even dictate the placement of critical equipment. However, every officer and situation is different, so finding the best setup for your “rig” may require ongoing trial and error. You can often tell seasoned officers by what they choose to carry, and how they carry it. "
Shadowboxing — Solo training to maintain tactical readiness
By ASP Trainer Jim Klauba
"It would be nice if tactical training and readiness were as easy as buying a bunch of gear and keeping it in a box until it’s needed. But in our world, the tools need to be up and ready to go at a moment's notice. And more importantly, we need to be trained to use them, at a high level of competency—and that means practice, practice, practice."