On this episode I interview Dylan Royce, a BJJ black belt, recent No-Gi World medalist, police officer, and EFC instructor. We discuss the differences between sport jiu-jitsu and training for policing, along with a range of related topics.

Disclaimer: The opinions of the host and guest are theirs only and not that of any agency they may have or currently work for.

This episode was sponsored by Wild Boar Social Club - It's a lifestyle!

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More information on EFC and their courses can be found at:

www.efccombatives.com

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On this episode I sit down with Bryan, a returning guest from season 2/Episode 2, to do another seminar review. This time we discuss an Effective Fitness Combatives Level 1 seminar we recently attended and go through our after action report.

Disclaimer: The opinions of the host and guest are theirs only and not that of any agency they may have or currently work for.

This episode was Sponsored by Wild Boar Social Club - It's a lifestyle!

More information on EFC and their courses can be found at:

www.efcombatives.com

@efcombatives

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On this episode I speak to Norwegian Police Trainer Espen Dahlen-Lervag who has taken CEW training to the next level. Espen recently showcased his electric combatives earlier this year at Axon Week to a standing room only crowd.

Espen is a Subject and Training lead for Taser, Use of Force, and Special Tactics at the Norwegian Police University College. Espsen is also a BJJ black belt and MMA fighter.

Espen can be reached at: [email protected]

Disclaimer: The opinions of the host and guest are theirs only and not that of any agency they may have or currently work for.

This episode was sponsored by Wild Boar Social Club - it's a lifestyle!

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On this episode I speak with Kenny Lott who is the lead use of force control and defensive tactics instructor for the Northwest region of the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission.

Kenny will be presenting at the 2025 International Use of Force Expert Conference taking place April 29 - May 1 at New Westminster, BC Canada. There is in-person and virtual attendance and information can be found at www.uofconference.com

Disclaimer: The opinions of the host and guest are theirs only and not that of any agency they may have or currently work for.

This episode was sponsored by Wild Boar Social Club - it's a Lifestyle!

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On this episode I speak to Ken from the California Force Instructors' Association. We speak about the Association, what they offer, some tips for starting your own association, and their upcoming Use of Force Conference.

Disclaimer: The opinions of the host and guest are theirs only and not that of any agency they may have or currently work for.

This episode was sponsored by Wild Boar Social Club - it's a lifestyle

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For more information regarding CALFIA or to register for their conference go to www.calfia.org

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On the last episode of Force Options Training Podcast Bryan and I reviewed a recent SafeWrap certification course we attended. We talked about the Pros of the system and raised questions regarding the licensing requirement.

On this episode of Force Options Training Podcast we continue our discussion of the SafeWrap system and are joined by Rener Gracie to get answers directly from the source.

Disclaimer: The opinions of the hosts and guests are theirs only and not that of any agency they may have or currently work for.

This episode was sponsored by Wild Boar Social Club - it's a lifestyle.

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You can find the Dr. Gary Vilke SafeWrap Medical Review at gracieuniversity.com

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On this episode I speak to Bryan, a Control Tactics Sgt, where we review a recent SafeWrap certification the two of us completed. We talk about the Pros and Controversies surrounding the SafeWrap System.

Disclaimer: The opinions of the host and guest are theirs only and not that of any agency they may have or currently work for.

This Episode was sponsored by Wild Boar Social Club - it's a lifestyle

You can fund us at:

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On this episode we speak with a Physician regarding the controversy surrounding the term and what we call it going forward.

Disclaimer: The opinions of the host and guest are theirs only and not that of any agency they may have or currently work for.

This episode was sponsored by Wild Boar Social Club - it's a lifestyle

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On this episode I flip the mic and I am interviewed regarding a recent presentation I delivered to another police department that is trying to start up their own patrol ballistic shield program.

Disclaimer: The opinions of the host and guests are theirs only and not that of any agency they may have or currently work for.

No departmental secrets or proprietary tactics were discussed on this show.

This episode was sponsored by Wild Boar Social Club - It's a lifestyle

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On this episode we talk with Toby Hinton, a well known figure in Canadian Use of Force training. Toby is a retired SGT and a current instructor at a Provincial Police Academy. Toby is one of the founders of Police Judo and Odd Squad Productions. We talk about it's beginning, techniques, where to train, and how to start your own Police Judo Program.

www.policejudo.ca

www.policejudo.com

@police_judo

Disclaimer: The opinions of the host and guest are theirs only and not that of any agency they may have or currently work for.

This episode was sponsored by Wild Boar Social Club - It's a lifestyle

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