Basic Defensive Tactics Trainer 3-Day Workshop/Refresher

**The training listed below is not necessarily approved or endorsed by DPSST unless noted in the announcement**

Class: Basic Defensive Tactics Trainer 3-Day Workshop/Refresher

Target Audience:  New and current Defensive Tactics Trainers in Police, Corrections, & Parole and Probation

Sponsored by:  Medford Police Department and DPSST

When:  February 7-9, 2023

Hours:   0800-1700

Where: Medford, OR (Exact Location of training will be included in your training confirmation email)

Cost: Free. Meals and lodging are the responsibility of the student/student's agency.

Primary Instructors: DPSST Staff

Course Content Questions: Ben Klecker, ben.klecker@dpsst.oregon.gov

The Department of Public Safety Standards and Training is offering a 24-hour Basic Defensive Tactics Trainer Workshop/Refresher.  The intent of this course is to develop experienced officers, troopers, and deputies into competent trainers capable of teaching basic defensive tactics skills to all levels of public safety officers. This course can also be utilized for current defensive tactics trainers as a teaching refresher too. This course is open to all police, corrections, and parole & probation officers.

This class has a durability and injury prevention piece incorporated during the entire course. Students will be taught different types of injury prevention techniques to add to their current Defensive Tactics training courses to minimize the risk of potential injuries during their courses.

This course is physically demanding. Participants have found that extra changes of clothing have made the day more comfortable. Participants must be free of any injury that would prevent full participation. Participants must demonstrate the ability to perform and teach specific objectives and/or concepts to successfully complete this course. Students will be expected to design an actual training outline during this course. Students will leave this course with a DT instructor outline they can use at their home agency.

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT:

T-shirts or polo shirts, Dri-Fit style works the best Loose fitting long pants and/or shorts (mid-thigh length only, no metal buttons or snaps) non-marking shoes for mat work.  Wrestling shoes or bare foot type footwear work the best.  You will not be allowed to wear boots on the mat.

Duty belt with holster & keepers.

Training firearm (blue gun or red gun), Handcuffs & key.

Mouth guard.

Groin protection (optional).

Sweat towels, Toiletries. 

NO ONE SHALL PARTICIPATE IN TRAINING WITHOUT THE ABOVE ITEMS.

No live firearms, knives, or ammunition will be allowed into the building.

Food and Fluid intake.  We suggest you stay well hydrated during this course.  Only water will be allowed in the mat rooms, you need to supply the container.  Snacks may be important for performance and energy.  Some examples would be fruit, power bars and protein bars.  Please bring what works best for you.

Note taking is mandatory so bring note taking supplies.  Pen and paper or electronic device are acceptable. 

DEADLINE TO REGISTER: All training applications must be received by 1700 hours on January 31, 2023. Apply now if you are interested. Registration may close before January 31, 2023, if a significant number of applications are received.  If you do not receive a confirmation e-mail do not plan on attending. 

Applications will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis.  Class size is limited.  Agencies will be limited to two applications to start. If submitting more than one application, please prioritize each application.

To Register: Students must pre-register for this course.  You must receive an e-mail from DPSST Regional Training confirming you have been registered for this training in order to attend. Register online at: https://forms.gle/Vvf6sxEp8oiUiK668   Registration questions contact Jennifer, DPSST, jennifer.otterlee@dpsst.oregon.gov