Training
A five day course of practical theory and hands-on training in the world of Celebrity Protection. If you are new to the bodyguard industry or a current operator looking to refresh and polish your skills, this course will offer excellent instruction into the professional side of VIP Protection. Taught by industry veteran Elijah Shaw who, in addition to his corporate clients, has traveled the world as the personal bodyguard of international public figures such as musical giant Usher, supermodel Naomi Campbell and rap megastar 50 Cent, the course will offer real world problems, scenarios and solutions.
- Understanding the world of celebrity protection
- Protecting the principal (solo & team)
- Vehicle dynamics
- Dealing with the fans, paparazzi & stalkers
- Working the red carpet & major events
- True Hollywood Stories (what to expect)
- How to find & keep a job in the industry
This training is specifically developed for operating with clients in the entertainment industry which offers its own unique challenges to the protection agent (bodyguard). Military and overseas contractors are encouraged to attend as we highlight the different skill sets are needed when transitioning back to a non-war zone. The course also offers great opportunities to network and showcase your aptitude and talents for possible consideration for future assignments.
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Celebrity Protection Course (Overview)
- Course content, overview of training, student questions
- Profile of a celebrity client (general)
- Operating in the world of music (touring)
- Operating in the world of movies (film locations)
- Solo formations
- Team formations
- Observation skills
- Arcs of responsibility for each member of the team
- Principle control and counter action drills
- Cover & evacuation drills
- How to conduct a successful advance
- How to conduct a threat assessment
- Understanding route cards
- Counter surveillance
- Dealing with fans
- Working with the press
- Dealing with the paparazzi
- Moving your client through crowds
- Working with the publicist & staff
- Award shows & events
- Expecting the unexpected
- Transportation types
- Vehicle formations
- Embus/debus of vehicle with client
- Contingency planning
- Introduction into VIP security driving
- Quick & effective take-downs
- Knives & pistols
- Small arms
- Weapons safety
- Weapons training (static & movement drills)
- Carrying a concealed weapon
- Situation awareness
- Force on force situations
- Legal ramifications
- Horror stories
- Success stories
- How to find & keep a job in the industry
Good afternoon, I am in the MN NG deployed. I am looking at returnng to the states and working in the security field. I was in the Marine Corps for 8yrs active 3 of which were protecting joint staff (PSD). I am currently a ground pounder overseas but have continued within the PSD field. If you can send any information my way I would appreciate it? Thank You
February 14th, 2008 at 2:09 am