Dynamic Encounters

Defensive tactics for corrections officers

4-Day Course • 28 Minnesota POST credits

The Defensive Tactics for Corrections Officers course is designed to give instructors the skills and knowledge needed to train corrections staff in safe and effective control of physically aggressive prisoners under typical corrections operating conditions.

This is a multi-day instructor course approved for 28 Minnesota POST credits.

The course focuses on single-officer and team techniques that reduce the need for higher levels of force while enabling officers to quickly and safely control assaultive prisoners. Students will also learn when and how to apply reasonable force options, as well as practical de-escalation methods.

Training is built around human kinetic principles and designed specifically for the corrections environment. Lessons are highly practical, preparing students to return to their agencies equipped to teach tactics and skills to fellow officers. The program also develops participants as effective communicators, trainers, and mentors, ensuring knowledge transfer from the classroom to real-world application.

The systems and concepts taught in this course integrate easily into existing training programs and can be applied in corrections, security, or other similar organizations.

Course Objectives

Upon completion, students will be able to:

  • Develop and improve training plans focused on single-officer and team control and defense
  • Apply adult learning principles and effective teaching methods
  • Communicate laws and procedures governing use of force in corrections
  • Develop simple, effective lesson plans
  • Teach verbal de-escalation and command presence
  • Demonstrate and teach defensive methods for corrections officers
  • Teach single-officer and team handcuffing techniques
  • Teach escorts, single-officer takedowns, and team takedowns
  • Teach ground control and escape techniques
  • Integrate realistic drills into scenario-based training programs
  • Teach striking, striking defense, and movement using hands, elbows, knees, and feet
  • Teach control and defense techniques in and around vehicles
  • Teach weapon and tool retention techniques

What to Bring

  • BDU-style pants
  • Duty belt/duty vest

Featured Instructor

Chad Malmberg

Testimonials

“Best course I have attended since I can remember.”
“I feel like this course gave me the skills to be confident in not just making contact, but confident
in controlling a subject.  The teaching model is also very simple to remember.  Great job guys!”

-James Comings, Minnetonka Police Department SWAT

“Better instructors than I’ve seen anywhere.”
“Great presentation skills.  Made the course interesting and fun.  Very realistic course material.”
“Very usable techniques!”

-Dan Swanson, Rochester Police Department SWAT

“Top level instructors.  Highly recommended, here to help you.  What I liked most about the
course overall was the atmosphere, learning how to teach, and the realistic tactics.”

-Tyler Martin, Washington County Sheriff's Office SWAT

“The instructors were very approachable, knowledgeable, and friendly.”
“What I liked most about the training was that most things use major motor functions and have minimal moves.”

-Andy Trupe, Champlin Police Department
“The instructors were excellent, superior to other trainings.”
“Every technique I learned can be used on the street with high success.”
-Dustin Fleck, New Ulm Police Department

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