SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY OFFER - Martial arts Training

Are you interested in obtaining self defense training that is conducive to Police and Security in Ontario? Shining Mountain Dojo London is now offering a special introductory price for Law Enforcement personnel. From September to November, you can train for a special rate of $150 ($125 for 3 months, plus $25 for registration). Call or email Ken Hoggart to register or click here to download a flyer with more details.

OACUAS May 2010

Ken Hoggart, President of Universal Defensive Tactics Training Services recently attended an OACUSA (Ontario Association of College and University Security Administrators) conference May 19, 2010 in Toronto, hosted by York University. Guest speaker was Lieutenant Colonel (retired) David Grossman, author of several books and articles on the psychology of violence including; On Killing & On Sheep, Wolves, and Sheepdogs. Excellent speaker with very thought provoking content! Click here for > OACUSA Web site

Vancouver 2010

Ken Hoggart, President of Universal Defensive Tactics Training Services recently provided Site Security Management for the LiveCity Olympic site "Yaletown" during February 2010. LiveCity was a combined production effort of the City of Vancouver, Live Nation, Coca-Cola, Samsung, Acer, Panasonic, along with various government funding initiatives. The site had a capacity of 10,000 patrons with a variety of school programs during the day and live concerts at night. Vancouver was an exciting place to be during February of 2010! Click here for > LiveCity Web site

training in 2010

Many companies have been busy training in Subject Control and Compliance and Tactical Handcuffing. Various Police Officers, Security Guards, and Loss Prevention Investigators have been obtaining advanced training, making them safer, both legally ... and physically.

Engagement Parameters Training

Universal Defensive Tactics Training Services recently instructed Security Guards from an Ontario College Campus, providing theory training on Engagement Parameters.

Highlights of 2009

Universal Defensive Tactics Training Services trained several Police Officers, Security Guards, and Private Investigators in 2009. The most common training requested was Subject Control and Compliance and Tactical Handcuffing.

Rebuilding Together New Orleans

May 3 to 11, 2008, Ken Hoggart of Universal Defensive Tactics Training Services traveled to New Orleans to participate in "Rebuilding Together New Orleans", with University of Western Ontario Campus Community Police Services, University of Windsor Police, and Carlton University Police. The combined efforts of these police services and Universal DTTS were used to help bring new life to a few homes that were victims of Hurricane Katrina.

For more information;  The University of Western Ontario - Western News

Current Situation

Today, law enforcement agencies are faced with the challenge of dealing with the issues of harsh crime and yet maintaining human rights.  Universal Defensive Tactics Training Services teaches Police Officers and Security Guards efficient controlling techniques that are conducive to today’s society and yet are effective without causing serious harm to subjects.  These techniques keep our Officers safe, both physically and legally.  

Currently, Defensive Tactics for Police Officers in Ontario are administered by the Ontario Police College (OPC).  Basic Training Curriculum for Security Guards and Private Investigators can be found on the Ministry's web site (see below). Advanced training in Use of Force and Defensive Tactics for Security is still under development.

The Ontario “Use of Force Model (2004) ” is the standard by which all Defensive Tactics are measured in a situation where force is used by Police Officers in Ontario.  The Criminal Code of Canada, as well as various Provincial Statues, states where a Law Enforcement Officer, Security Personnel, or a Citizen may use force.  The guiding principle is that no more force shall be used than necessary.

Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services

From the Ministry of Community and Correctional Services web site:

Basic curriculum for Security Guard and Private Investigators were release on May 30, 2008. Keep checking the Ministry web site for updates and more information;  Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services. Click here for FAQ on the Ministry's web site.

Police Testimonials

• DT-L1; “Great course, learned new skills I had never seen and added some new tools to the box.  I will recommend this course to my friends in the service.”
• DT-L1 & L2; “The team of instructors at Universal Defensive Tactics Training Services (UDTTS) led by Ken Hoggart, have many years of experience training law enforcement officers in subject compliance and control tactics.  They understand how public perceptions of police tactics have changed over time and provide expert instruction in humane, but very efficient, control tactics.  Since the UDTTS team has started training my staff of sworn officers, use of force reports and public complaints has dropped substantially.” Staff Sergeant Michael Mics, Campus Community Police Service, The University of Western Ontario
• DT-L1; "The instructors were very proficient and made all the techniques look effortless. I feel safer after learning these techniques. I look forward to more training sessions to come.”
• DT-L1; "After taking a number of these Law Enforcement sessions from UDTTS, it has completely changed the way I deal with subject persons.  I have gone from a state of fists, elbows, and knees use of force options to an EASIER, safer, ‘camera friendly’ manner that has given me a huge boost in confidence when dealing with potentially violent persons … which is in fact, everyone.”
• DT-L1; "Couldn't ask for better or more skilled instructors. Great!"
• HC-L1&L2; "With ample opportunity to practice new techniques on different subjects, multiple times, my skill and confidence increased to the point where I feel I could utilize the techniques, competently, right after class."
• HC-L1&L2; "The course had a good balance of detail and hands-on application. Made me feel more comfortable using the various handcuffing techniques."
• HC-L1&L2; "Having attended a few handcuffing courses throughout my career, I was surprised on the amount of knowledge and techniques that were provided in the UDTTS Handcuffing course."

Security Testimonials

• DT-L1; “I would recommend this training for any officer that finds themselves in a situation where they need to stay in control. I will be requesting to take this course again, after I recommend that the rest of my security team has been trained.”
• DT-L1; "In a short time, I learned several techniques that I know I will use on the job.”
• DT-L1; "Great Course.”
• DT-L1; "Extremely well done.  Great knowledge provided.”
• DT-L1; "12 years of policing experience and now in security ... very good content."
• DT-L1; "Great course, good understanding of techniques and easy to understand"
• DT-L1; "This was a very good course and very relevant to Event Security. Excellent - highly recommended"
• DT-L1 & L2; "As a repeat student, I was able to build on previous knowledge. It's like watching a movie, every time you watch it, you pick up more information. Looking forward to my third training session!"
• DT-L1; “ISM Security prides it’s self in being the best in our field and thanks to the DT Training provided by UDTTS, we now feel confident while protecting our client’s assets and providing security at large events. The ISM Team Members feel more confident since the UDTTS training and have used the techniques on many projects. A special 'Thanks' to UDTTS and Ken Hoggart." Gordon J. Fisher, President, Innovative Security Management (1998) Inc.
• DT-L1; "Enjoyable learning environment. Excellent techniques to know for on job sites. Good to know as a smaller guard"
• DT-L1; "The course will help with escorting people out, while maintaining control"
• DT-L1; "Very well taught and prepared"
• DT-L1; "Well thought out and easy to understand. Instructors took the time to teach everyone."
• DT-L1; "I liked that it was simple enough to learn but effective enough to work. I will definitely be back ... learned a lot."
• DT-L1; "I particularly liked learning how to gain control of an uncooperative subject when escorting."