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Law Enforcement Personnel & Supporters
6 year(s) ago • 16400 views • 91 replies
RBlack belt 1st degreeVerified
5 year(s) ago
Success here came from incorporating it into our mandatory DT training, sending it occasional video breakdowns, sharing the Adopt a Cop BJJ program, and continuing to suggest it.
We have seen a drastic increase in the number of officers in my agency that have taken it upon themselves to join local BJJ academies. It took time and there’s still a ways to go, but you just need to keep plugging away.
We have seen a drastic increase in the number of officers in my agency that have taken it upon themselves to join local BJJ academies. It took time and there’s still a ways to go, but you just need to keep plugging away.
VCBlack belt 3rd degreeVerified
5 year(s) ago
Whilst I haven't served myself, it has been an honour to work with LEO and Armed forces. Credit to you all and much respect!
Likewise, I haven't served but have trained LEO and active military. Much respect to you all.
MBrown beltVerified
5 year(s) ago
Success here came from incorporating it into our mandatory DT training, sending it occasional video breakdowns, sharing the Adopt a Cop BJJ program, and continuing to suggest it. We have seen a drastic increase in the number of officers in my agency that have taken it upon themselves to join local BJJ academies. It took time and there’s still a ways to go, but you just need to keep plugging away.
Yeah, bjj for LE is definitely a good way and a win/win for everybody. I am more than happy to be able to train with fellow correction officers and police officers in my part time group.
The officers gain confidence and competence, they stay healthy, fit, self defense ready.
On the other side in my opinion it is important the officers at first learn Jiu Jitsu fundamentals and the correct content for the target audience: cops/ correction officers, etc... need (at first) the basic stuff. Like Chad Lyman, BJJ blackbelt, DT Trainer and Police Officer from Vegas always says: train consistently a little a lot- target audience oriented: for example: punch protection and how to control (stand up , clinch and on the ground) : yes! Upside down double sleeve whatever guard: definitely at first no!
The officers gain confidence and competence, they stay healthy, fit, self defense ready.
On the other side in my opinion it is important the officers at first learn Jiu Jitsu fundamentals and the correct content for the target audience: cops/ correction officers, etc... need (at first) the basic stuff. Like Chad Lyman, BJJ blackbelt, DT Trainer and Police Officer from Vegas always says: train consistently a little a lot- target audience oriented: for example: punch protection and how to control (stand up , clinch and on the ground) : yes! Upside down double sleeve whatever guard: definitely at first no!
RBlack belt 1st degreeVerified
5 year(s) ago
Love all the experience in here. Stay safe out there, fellas/ladies.
RRBlack beltVerified
5 year(s) ago
Success here came from incorporating it into our mandatory DT training, sending it occasional video breakdowns, sharing the Adopt a Cop BJJ program, and continuing to suggest it. We have seen a drastic increase in the number of officers in my agency that have taken it upon themselves to join local BJJ academies. It took time and there’s still a ways to go, but you just need to keep plugging away.
What’s the “Adopt a Cop BJJ program“? Is it a recruiting program, or is it a learning program for adapting BJJ to arresting scenarios?
MBrown beltVerified
5 year(s) ago
What’s the “Adopt a Cop BJJ program“? Is it a recruiting program, or is it a learning program for adapting BJJ to arresting scenarios?
Hy Roy, I am not sure but I think it is kind of a Programm to let LEO train in your gym/ team...
RBlack belt 1st degreeVerified
5 year(s) ago
What’s the “Adopt a Cop BJJ program“? Is it a recruiting program, or is it a learning program for adapting BJJ to arresting scenarios?
Adopt a Cop BJJ is a program run by MASF where they help off-set some of the cost of tuition for police officers to train at local BJJ academies. Affiliated gyms offer discounted memberships, whereas sponsored officers training at unaffiliated gyms get a certain amount of their tuition reimbursed.
https://adoptacopbjj.org
The two most common excuses heard regarding officers and BJJ training are: (1.) Lack of time (2.) Too expensive. This takes care of one excuse, while the other is more of an intrinsic motivation piece. I've found that by increasing the frequency of exposure to BJJ/grappling concepts during mandatory department training has helped to demystify it and increase interest. It has been pretty awesome seeing the drastic increase in officers seeking out local gyms.
I call it a professional vs. amateur mindset. Professionals train on their own time and dime where necessary to get the edge. Amateurs only train when they have to.
https://adoptacopbjj.org
The two most common excuses heard regarding officers and BJJ training are: (1.) Lack of time (2.) Too expensive. This takes care of one excuse, while the other is more of an intrinsic motivation piece. I've found that by increasing the frequency of exposure to BJJ/grappling concepts during mandatory department training has helped to demystify it and increase interest. It has been pretty awesome seeing the drastic increase in officers seeking out local gyms.
I call it a professional vs. amateur mindset. Professionals train on their own time and dime where necessary to get the edge. Amateurs only train when they have to.
BBlack belt 1st degreeVerified
4 year(s) ago
Following in the footsteps of the Military personnel group, let's hear from our Leos and those academy or individuals that support Law Enforcement personnel. About me: My name is Sebastien Lavoie and I am a former Canadian Forces infantryman (yes canada has an army;) and a 20 yr member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. I spent most of my career (13 yrs) in tactical operations as a full time member of the Lower Mainland District Emergency Response Team (SWAT) and 4 years in a covert tactical unit formed after 9/11. During my 13 yrs on the team I spent 5 yrs as a Breacher/ Entry team member and 7 as a Team Leader. I was also the Combative lead for the team and spent a great deal of time training our folks. I am currently the divisional Sergeant Major in Vancouver, BC Canada (8000 members). I hope that this new thread takes off and that we create lasting BJJ relationships with the end goal of making us all better and safer. Who are you ?
Former sergeant in USMC, active duty 1986-1993, Tennessee Army National Guard 1994-2001.
Retired from Greeneville Tn police department last February (2021) with 27 years in LE., including 2.5 years with the Greene County Sheriff's Dept.
I've been a correctional deputy, patrol officer, SWAT team member for 14 years, a detective and retired as a patrol captain.
I started bjj 10.5 years ago at age 45 and am currently a brown belt at Gracie Barra Greeneville which is owned by Coach Buddy Morgan, a black belt under Professor Samuel Braga of Gracie Barra Knoxville.
Retired from Greeneville Tn police department last February (2021) with 27 years in LE., including 2.5 years with the Greene County Sheriff's Dept.
I've been a correctional deputy, patrol officer, SWAT team member for 14 years, a detective and retired as a patrol captain.
I started bjj 10.5 years ago at age 45 and am currently a brown belt at Gracie Barra Greeneville which is owned by Coach Buddy Morgan, a black belt under Professor Samuel Braga of Gracie Barra Knoxville.
BBlack belt 1st degreeVerified
4 year(s) ago
I own Hudson Jiu Jitsu for Law Enforcement. I only teach LE, Fire, Military in my classes. U.S.A. FLEO http://www.hudsonbjj.com
Someone on here I actually kinda know
GJBlack belt 1st degreeVerified
4 year(s) ago
I fully support the law enforcement community. I think BJJ is a vital tool that all officers should be able to utilize. We have many LEO’s where I train. We are an adopt a cop bjj affiliate gym.
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BMBlack belt 1st degreeVerified
4 year(s) ago
We have a pay-what-you-want fundamentals bjj program, with an average of 20 people/class and zero leos...
So much for the affordability issue.
So much for the affordability issue.
TRBlack beltVerified
4 year(s) ago
I have served 22 years in finnish police. Last 12 years as a crime scene investigator. Nice to meet other LE bjj practitioners.
MGPurple beltVerified
4 year(s) ago
I call it a professional vs. amateur mindset. Professionals train on their own time and dime where necessary to get the edge. Amateurs only train when they have to.
I like that.
BZBlack belt 4th degreeVerified
4 year(s) ago
Nice presentation and thank you for all you deed to keep people safe. My father was a fireman, my brother's a cop we all need to thanks all of those people who gives their lives for strangers.
Welcome on beltchecker
Welcome on beltchecker
JCBlack belt 3rd degreeVerified
4 year(s) ago
Leo retired but now working teaching BJJ to the NJState police recruits at the academy! Also new here help verify me if you can
GCPurple beltVerified
4 year(s) ago
13 years in the Belgian Police, 6+ of them in a Special Assistance Unit, also as Breacher / Entry Team, A huge "Hi" to all brothers around the World, stay safe to you all !!!
JDBlue beltVerifiedU.S.
4 year(s) ago
Working LE since 2009 and also a defensive tactics instructor since 2014. Former SWAT (only a couple years). Been practicing martial arts since I was 9 and MMA and Jiu Jitsu since 2012. Former military, as well as firefighting/EMS.
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JBlack belt 1st degreeVerified
4 year(s) ago
Just found this site and forum. 6 years US Army Infantry, 17 years municipal LE, and 10 years contracting. Working at a Federal training program now. With my professor's blessing, I offer my Sunday class free to any LEO. One of our black belts does the same for the Friday evening class. If any of you ever travel to Brunswick GA, be sure to drop in.
PSBlack beltVerified
4 year(s) ago
Hy Roy, I am not sure but I think it is kind of a Programm to let LEO train in your gym/ team...
Adoptacopbjj.com is a Non profit organization started by Ex Navy Seal Mitch Aguilar (BJJ Brown Belt, MMA fighter) owner or MASF supplements. Officers can apply, it they are accepted, they will pay for officers BJJ training from white belt to blue belt. Its a great program. Officer in program must post a photo to Instagram of their training sessions to show accountability. You can by patches and swag from the MASF website. All those proceeds go to the officers training funds.
PSBlack beltVerified
4 year(s) ago
Hy Roy, I am not sure but I think it is kind of a Programm to let LEO train in your gym/ team...
Adoptacopbjj.com is a Non profit organization started by Ex Navy Seal Mitch Aguilar (BJJ Brown Belt, MMA fighter) owner or MASF supplements. Officers can apply, it they are accepted, they will pay for officers BJJ training from white belt to blue belt. Its a great program. Officer in program must post a photo to Instagram of their training sessions to show accountability. You can by patches and swag from the MASF website. All those proceeds go to the officers training funds.
MGPurple beltVerified
4 year(s) ago
How many here have completed GST and what are your thoughts? Working on getting my department to pay for me to go.
JBlack belt 1st degreeVerified
4 year(s) ago
I have not completed it, Matt, but have trained with guys who have. There are some good things in the curriculum from what I hear. Like any skill, however, it is the ongoing practice that makes the difference. Agencies like some in the Atlanta area that pay their officers to attend training on a regular basis are setting the standard.
MGPurple beltVerified
4 year(s) ago
I have not completed it, Matt, but have trained with guys who have. There are some good things in the curriculum from what I hear. Like any skill, however, it is the ongoing practice that makes the difference. Agencies like some in the Atlanta area that pay their officers to attend training on a regular basis are setting the standard.
I got our soon to be deputy chief into Jiu Jitsu shortly after I was hired and he will be going to GST with me, so hopefully the ball is rolling towards a department sponsored program in the future.
KOBlack belt 2nd degreeVerified
4 year(s) ago
I'm a former LEO and a retired 1SG with deployment experience. I teach at a small gym in Delaware. We offer free training to LEO/Military. Glad to see BJJ is being incorporated. Hopefully good policies from the administrators of departments will follow. I pray for guys on the street today for sure. Keep training!
JCBrown beltVerified
4 year(s) ago
Good to hear from you man! I'm a master combatives instructor for the USAF, and the biggest thing that I try to instill in my students is:
A) avoid the fight if possible
B) understand how your kit influences the fight
C) know that you're in a chaotic environment and your opponent might have friends, so either have a plan to finish the fight or disengage and get back to your weapons
A) avoid the fight if possible
B) understand how your kit influences the fight
C) know that you're in a chaotic environment and your opponent might have friends, so either have a plan to finish the fight or disengage and get back to your weapons
MPPurple beltVerified
4 year(s) ago
Big respect and love to all you LEO guys and girls. I am currently serving British Military. 15 years in to a 24 year career! Stay safe and ride that thin blue line!
RBlack belt 1st degreeVerified
4 year(s) ago
You stay safe too, Mikey.
FBlack belt 3rd degreeVerified
4 year(s) ago
I met Sebastien on Instagram maybe two years ago, and we started talking.
I remember when he graduated black belt, his surgery and personal challenges. He is an excellent example for me!
I was a police officer in Brazil for three years until I moved to teach BJJ in Japan.
For many reasons, I never come back, despite that being my passion!
Now, I'm in Canada, and why not could help some LEOs to be safe and do their jobs safely?
I remember when he graduated black belt, his surgery and personal challenges. He is an excellent example for me!
I was a police officer in Brazil for three years until I moved to teach BJJ in Japan.
For many reasons, I never come back, despite that being my passion!
Now, I'm in Canada, and why not could help some LEOs to be safe and do their jobs safely?
RBlack belt 1st degreeVerified
4 year(s) ago
Leo retired but now working teaching BJJ to the NJState police recruits at the academy! Also new here help verify me if you can
Always happy to see more BJJ black belts teaching in academies. So much of what is taught in Police academies is utter garbage. Ours is thankfully going the direction of more of a grappling-based system.
MGPurple beltVerified
3 year(s) ago
I’m doing GST this week. There are 110 officers in the class. On the first day they had those that had more than six-months of Jiu Jitsu go to one side of the room. About 1/3 of the class was in that group which I thought was pretty cool.
