Ballistic Shield: Sept 9-11, 2020

Samarcand Training Academy I 3600 Samarcand Road, Jackson Springs, NC 27281

Fee:  There is no fee for this course.

Length: 3 days (24 Hours)

Designed For: Corrections officers and sworn law enforcement – federal, state, or local.

Lodging, Meals and Incidentals:  Samarcand Academy provides lodging and meals at no cost to students. Students must stay in overnight lodging to be eligible for meals. Event registration will close Sept 1, 2020 in order to allow the facility adequate time to properly plan and prepare for student arrival.

Instructor: Bruce Dixon

Description: This course is designed for officer safety enhancement in high risk applications when confronting armed subjects.  Course materials cover: Shield movement and force employment in situations where a shield is called for.  Training in a tactical team environment, and as an expedient patrol option.  Ballistic Shield Theory, Movement with the shield in deliberate and dynamic clearing techniques, live fire practical applications and scenario driven (Simunitions) live fire exercises.  The ballistic shield is a valuable tool when utilized properly.

Items Needed for Attendance:

• Ballistic Shield w/light or flash light mounting capability
• Duty Handgun with 200 rds training ammunition
• Tactical belt, holster, helmet, and related clothing
• Eye, ear, and ballistic vest protection (min level NIJ Rated II) required for all practical applications

Optional Equipment:

• Weapons mounted pulse beam (laser)
• Ballistic Shin Guards
• Shield retention/neck strap
• Simunitions handgun or barrel replacement

MANTA training is provided free of charge to Law Enforcement Officers through a Governor’s Crime Commission Grant and the NC National Guard Counterdrug Program.

For more information or to receive help in registering for a class, contact us at:
manta@nccounterdrug.com
984-664-7034/ 704-400-9960