Active Shooters - The Israeli Experience 

- A Rare Training Opportunity -

 

 

We all know the reputation of the Israelis in threat detection and prevention - Legendary, to say the least. This is your opportunity to learn how the Israelis do it and to earn a graduation certificate from the IMI Academy for Advanced Security & Anti-Terror Training.

This rare two-day seminar is limited to 20 students.   There are only a few places left, so register now to reserve your place!  When you register, make sure to use discount code FFA369, which will lower your cost from $395 down to $369.  Only a few of these discounts remain, so take advantage of this savings before these are all gone!

Please read on to learn more about the seminar.

Active Shooters - The Israeli Experience

IMI Academy for Advanced Security & Anti-Terror Training, Chameleon Associates, Florida Firearms Academy, and Gaines Concealed Carry are collaborating to offer professional firearms instructors, security, law enforcement, and concerned citizens a one-of-a-kind seminar on Active Shooter - The Israeli Experience.  IMI Academy is a subsidiary of IMI Systems, an Israeli Government-owned company known for products such as Uzi, Desert Eagle, Galil, Tavor, and other types of munitions.

Haim Geri, Senior Instructor & Operational Advisor for IMI Academy, will conduct the seminar.  Previously, he served in the Israel Defense Forces as Company Commander and Assistant Chief of Staff for Operations in charge of the northern border.  Upon discharge at the rank of Captain, Mr. Geri joined the General Security Services (GSS) of Israel where he served as Chief of Security for Israeli embassies in Latin America and Switzerland.  He also served as an Air Marshall for El Al Airlines.  Later, he joined the GSS Counter-Terror Academy to train students in aviation, maritime, critical infrastructure, and executive protection tactics.  Mr. Geri brings decades of experience in counter-terrorism, SWAT, and firearms training to a new generation of professionals.

Trainees will learn tactical methods developed and tested in Israel to counter active shooters scenarios. They will receive unique training in Krav Maga, shooting, and fighting techniques that security units must undergo in Israel.  Those who successfully complete the two-day seminar will be certified in tactical response and fighting techniques at Israeli Government-mandated standards.  

You should understand that the Israeli approach differs in many respects from what we commonly practice in the US.  It is important that you keep an open mind and do your best to learn and practice these methods throughout the seminar.  If you are not willing to learn something different and to practice these methods throughout the two-day seminar, then we suggest you not register.  We are not trying to convert you from the way you normally shoot and defend against a threat, but only to expose you to methods that are new and different.

Day One (Classroom - Hampton Inn)

9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

The first day will be spent in a classroom setting at the Hampton Inn in Tarpon Springs, Florida.  The instructor will explain the background and philosophy behind the Israeli approach to defending against terrorist threats faced by Israeli citizens.  

The Israeli Security Concept.  Includes key concepts and methodologies that influence security system design, procedures, and training of individuals and security personnel in both public and private sectors. Concepts include offense as a defensive approach, use of predictive profiling and security questioning, localized response capabilities, and threat orientation as opposed to risk orientation.

Active Shooter Threat.  Analyzing of active shooter cases will help us to understand the threat and the way to prevent and react.

Prevention Methods.  How Israeli organizations developed prevention methods to counter active shooter threats.  These methods include use of visual profiling, questioning, "Detection and Analysis of People by Action" (DAPA), and the use of security rings as a security system.

Introduction to Krav Maga.  The history of krav maga and the development of this important defense tool. We will do basic training in class to experience the use of the system

Dry training: Israeli Shooting and Fighting Method.  Will do practice demonstrations and show the reasons why Israel adopted this approach and its effectiveness to stop the active shooter threat.

Day Two (Range - Florida Firearms Academy)

8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

The entire second day will be spent at the Florida Firearms Academy indoor range.  The air conditioned indoor range is located at 13317 W Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33635.  Click here to visit the Florida Firearms Academy website.  The range where we will shoot has six firing lanes and range of motion is limited to 30 degrees, left or right.  Therefore, group activities will be done in successive teams of shooters.

 For the first 2 to 3 hours, students will engage in dry practice drills before moving into the live fire portion. Students will shoot using the Israeli shooting technique and perform tactical exercises that security officers in Israel must perform in order to qualify. The final test will be a surprise tactical active shooter exercise. 

What You Wil Need

• Semiautomatic pistol, service size, iron sights, 9MM - .45ACP (rentals available at range)
• At least 3 magazines
• Magazine pouch that holds at least two magazines
• Outside the waistband holster (if available, the range will loan you one)
• 200 rounds of FMJ ammunition (ammo may be purchased at range)
• Eye protection (available at range)
• Ear protection (available at range)

Refreshments and Meals

During Day One at the Hampton Inn Tarpon Springs, we will provide breaks with beverages and snacks. Complimentary sandwiches will be served for lunch.  If you wish to arrive early (6:00 - 8:00 AM) and have the breakfast buffet at the Hampton Inn, check in with the front desk and pay $9.00 before eating. Otherwise, breakfast and dinner are on your own.

During Day Two at Florida Firearms Academy range, water is available throughout the day. Complimentary sandwiches will be served for lunch.  Soda and snack machines are available.  Breakfast and dinner are on your own.

Cancellation Policy

Because this seminar is limited to 20 students we must enforce a strict cancellation policy. We hope you understand the reasons for this. If you must cancel, please do so before June 25, 2017 in order to receive a refund, less an $11.00 credit card processing fee.  If you cancel on or after June 25, 2017, there can be no refund unless you secure a replacement. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the event organizer, George Gaines at 404-918-7098.

Lodging

For those needing overnight lodging, call the Hampton Inn Tarpon Springs directly at 727-945-7755 and let them know you are with the "IMI Seminar."  Make sure that the rate quoted includes a 15% discount.

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