USMPA training seminars



	Spring 2010 University of South Carolina- Spartanburg Police Department, SC Officers from the campus police department participated in eight hours of defensive tactics/hand-to-hand training on Saturday, followed by an eight hour tactical entry class on Sunday. Bob Malone attended both classes and was pleased with the instruction. “This type of training is something that we sorely needed and do not get very often at all. We’re trying to improve our department as far as training is concerned,” said the 30-year law enforcement veteran. Before the training, Lt. Malone said he had some concerns about the quality of “free” training classes. Midway through the first morning of training, the concerns were gone. “Our people got a lot of the classes,” Malone said. “Mike and David were just wonderful. We could not have asked for two better instructors. To get this kind of training for free is really amazing. We really appreciate all you have done for us.”
	Spring 2010 Grandview Police Department, KS Trainers, Willis and Hinners conducted a one-day tactical entry course at the Grandview Plaza Police Department. Seven officers representing the Grandview Plaza and Junction City Police Departments as well as the Geary County Sheriff’s Department took part in the free training seminar. Geary County Deputy and course participant Rick Parsons had nothing but glowing remarks at the end of the day. “It was an outstanding class,” Parsons wrote in an email to the USMPA. “So much of my yearly training is just to get the state required annual training. (This class) was not only interesting, but highly useful in law enforcement daily missions.”
	Spring 2009 Spartanburg Police Department, SC The Spartanburg Police Department served as host for two training classes sponsored by the USMPA. “Speaking with officers afterwards, the class Mike teaches is similar to what we’ve learned in the past, but this course is more physical and hands on,” said Sergeant Billy Mabry.“The guys liked the physically active aspect of the training a lot.”
	Winter 2008 McCormick Police Department, SC The McCormick Police Department played host for training courses in hand-to-hand combat and tactical entry. “It was wonderful. I wish we’d had more time for more people,” said McCormick Major Bo Willis.
	Fall 2008 Florence Police Department, SC Florence Police Department Sergeant John Lockhart participated in both classes. A training officer himself, Lockhart said everyone was impressed with the quality of instruction. “I was pretty much present the whole time. I’ve received great comments from everybody.”
	Fall 2008 Laurens Police Department, SC “I have received nothing but positive comments from several of the guys that participated,” said Laurens Sergeant Don Evans. “It was everything we expected and more. I would love to have you guys back.”
	Winter 2007 Wendell Police Department, ID I’m actually a certified instructor for ground-fighting and arrest techniques in Idaho. I teach at the academy and at my agency. It’s really nice to be able to bring someone else in to share their knowledge,” said Wendell Police Chief Kirtus Gaston. “I absolutely intend to get Mike and David back here for more.”
	Winter 2007 Parker Police Department, FL Mike and David were great when it came to teaching everything in segments. We would learn one technique and then build on it with another until we were putting them all together,” according to Lt. Hutto. “I’ve never had a better training experience in my career.”
	Summer 2007 Selbyville Police Department, DE “This seminar motivated me and a couple of other chief’s who attended the seminar to have members from each of our departments get together and train once a month,” said Selbyville Chief Ward Collins. “This training was perfect for us.”
	Fall 2006 Lago Vista Police Department, TX Lago Vista officers performed both stealth and dynamic entries. Some scenarios included the team starting the search in stealth mode, but completing the exercise in a loud, dynamic fashion. “I learned a lot today,” said Officer Thomas Franco. “We really appreciate you guys helping us out.”
	Winter 2005 Ward Police Department, AR “Mike and David are extremely knowledgeable and confident instructors who spend as much time as necessary to ensure that the students understand the techniques,” said trainee Mark Moore. “The training was wonderful.”
	Fall 2005 Gooding Police Department, ID “Departments in our area are small and not able to have access to this quality training,” said Gooding Patrolman Trent Lykins. “We really appreciate the USMPA providing this type of training free of charge.”