Close Protection Firearms and Tactics

5 Days close protection Firearms and Tactics Course is recommended for VIP Protection agents or those who want to work in VIP Protection in Medium/High-Risk areas or where a direct threat to your principal exists. Correct planning, adapting to the dynamic environment, and conflict management are crucial when under direct threat. We must know how to respond rapidly to ensure our VIP is evacuated safely. This course comprises 90% of practical skills, including firearms tactics, hand-to-hand VIP Protection techniques, VIP close formations (VIP+2/VIP+5), and VIP Evacuation tactics. We'll also cover EMBUS/DEBUS drills (enter/exit the vehicle), attack scenarios with FX Simunition, and VIP Protection live-fire scenarios. The course is OPEN, and no previous experience is needed.

Topis to be covered

Topis to be covered

DAY 1

Introduction to close protection Classroom Presentation

cpo Techniques and Tactics VIP+1 VIP +2

close protection Techniques and Tactics VIP + 3
Firearms Dry Training

Firearm Training (Fundamentals of Shooting). SAFETY! gear Placement/stance/Grip/Draw/Sight Alignment/Sight Picture/Trigger Manipulation

Firearms Drills (Single shoot/double-tap/trigger work/low ready position/high ready position)

Krav Maga Hand To Hand Combat - Empty-Handed Attacker (fundamentals of defensive tactics, shielding VIP Protection techniques, takedowns techniques, VIP Drills)

Day 2

cpo Theory. VIP Protection Team Roles
Vip Protection Techniques and Tactics VIP+3/VIP+4 on foot formation
Firearms Training (engaging multiple targets/shooting in different directions/ moving with a firearm/shooting on the move)
Responding to threat drills - - VIP Protection Techniques and Tactics
Use of hand-to-hand combat Skills to protect VIP against an armed attacker (Knife).

Day 3

cpo Theory. Threat Assessment
Vip Protection Techniques and Tactics VIP+4/VIP+5 (BOX/DIAMOND on foot formation)
Vip Vehicle Techniques and Tactics (EMBUS/DEBUS)
Firearms Training (one-hand shooting techniques, VIP protection live-fire drills, teamwork)
Use of H hand-to-hand combat Skills to protect VIP against an armed attacker (Stick).

Day 4.

cpo Theory. Advanced Work
VIP Protection Techniques AOP Drills (Attack on Principle drills with the use of FX Simunition)
AOP Drill TEST
Firearms Training (Concealed Carry Techniques)
Use hand-to-hand combat Skills to protect VIPs against armed attackers (Pistol Threats).

Day 5.

Hand-to-Hand Combat VIP Protection Techniques TEST (Teamwork)
Written Test
Live fire AOP Evacuation Test
GRADUATION

Weapons/Ammunition/Gear

CLOSE PROTECTION COURSE LOGISTICS.

Recommended Flights and Airport.

Recommended Flights and Airport.

Arrival Information:

Your destination airport is Wroclaw Airport (WRO), Poland.
Plan to arrive one day before the course begins to allow for smooth travel and rest.
We will pick you up from Wroclaw Airport based on the arrival times of other participants, with the latest pick-up being around 18:00 on the day before the course starts. If your flight lands after 18:00, you’ll need to arrange your own transportation to the hotel (via rental car, taxi, or train).
Pick-up time will be confirmed by email once all participant flight schedules are received.

Departure Information:

On the last day of the course, we will drop you off at Wroclaw Airport by 18:00.
If your return flight is scheduled for the next day (early morning), you should arrange overnight accommodation in Wroclaw. We can drop you off at your hotel instead of the airport.
If your return flight is earlier than 18:00 on the last day, we’ll assist you in arranging transport to ensure you reach the airport on time.

Flight Recommendations:

If you're flying from the uk, we recommend using Wizz Air or Ryanair, as both airlines offer direct flights to Wroclaw from major uk airports.
For travelers from other countries, please check your flight options. Be ready for pick-up at Wroclaw Airport by 18:00 the day before the course begins.
We recommend using Skyscanner (https://www.skyscanner.net) to find the best flight deals.

Alternative Transport Options:

If your flight arrives early in the day and you prefer not to wait for the late pick-up, you can take a train from Wroclaw’s main train station to Lubań Śląski, where the hotel is located. The train journey takes about 2 hours and costs approximately 7 EUR.
- A direct bus from Wroclaw Airport to the main train station costs about 2 EUR.
- This is a popular and convenient option for students arriving early in Wroclaw.

Driving to the Course:

If you plan to drive, your destination is:

BZ Academy

Radostów Średni 59-800, Poland
We arrange accommodation in hotels around Lubań (postcode 59-800). If you're driving, use this postcode to plan your route.
The hotel addresses are different from the BZ Academy Training facility, so please contact us for specific directions to your hotel.

What's included in a course price?

Event Properties

Event Date	17-09-2025 9:00 am
Event End Date	21-09-2025 4:00 pm
Cut off date	10-09-2025
Available place	12
Individual Price	£1500 / 1800 ALL INC
Location	BZ ACADEMY TRAINING FACILITY - POLAND
Categories	Intermediate, Close Protection, Firearms Courses

Close Protection Firearms and Tactics

Topis to be covered

DAY 1

Introduction to close protection Classroom Presentation

cpo Techniques and Tactics VIP+1 VIP +2

close protection Techniques and Tactics VIP + 3

Firearms Dry Training

Firearm Training (Fundamentals of Shooting). SAFETY! gear Placement/stance/Grip/Draw/Sight Alignment/Sight Picture/Trigger Manipulation

Firearms Drills (Single shoot/double-tap/trigger work/low ready position/high ready position)

Krav Maga Hand To Hand Combat - Empty-Handed Attacker (fundamentals of defensive tactics, shielding VIP Protection techniques, takedowns techniques, VIP Drills)

Day 2

cpo Theory. VIP Protection Team Roles

Vip Protection Techniques and Tactics VIP+3/VIP+4 on foot formation

Firearms Training (engaging multiple targets/shooting in different directions/ moving with a firearm/shooting on the move)

Responding to threat drills - - VIP Protection Techniques and Tactics

Use of hand-to-hand combat Skills to protect VIP against an armed attacker (Knife).

Day 3

cpo Theory. Threat Assessment

Vip Protection Techniques and Tactics VIP+4/VIP+5 (BOX/DIAMOND on foot formation)

Vip Vehicle Techniques and Tactics (EMBUS/DEBUS)

Firearms Training (one-hand shooting techniques, VIP protection live-fire drills, teamwork)

Use of H hand-to-hand combat Skills to protect VIP against an armed attacker (Stick).

Day 4.

cpo Theory. Advanced Work

VIP Protection Techniques AOP Drills (Attack on Principle drills with the use of FX Simunition)

AOP Drill TEST

Firearms Training (Concealed Carry Techniques)

Use hand-to-hand combat Skills to protect VIPs against armed attackers (Pistol Threats).

Day 5.

Hand-to-Hand Combat VIP Protection Techniques TEST (Teamwork)

Written Test

Live fire AOP Evacuation Test

GRADUATION

Weapons/Ammunition/gear

Pistols provided: Glock 17 and Glock 19 + FX Glock 17T/19T

Ammunition 300 rounds of 9mm + 50 rounds of 9mm FX Simunition (depends on group level)

SKILL PERQUISITES: NONE Course is OPEN to everyone. Strongly Recommended good fundamentals of pistol training (Tactical Pistol or similar course completed) - if you won't keep up with firearms safety, and progress on the course you won't be shooting live ammunition on the VIP Protection Drills.

gear: Tactical Belt 40 mil wide. Tactical Shirt/T-shirt, Clothing appropriate for climate and conditions.

This course is run, by a certified Master Pistol instructor by SIG SAUER Academy (USA).

close protection COURSE LOGISTICS.

Time duration: 5 Days

close protection MANUAL INCLUDED.

Accommodation and full board included

BZ Academy International certificate upon positive completion of the Course. If you do not pass the tests and meet the minimum requirements, you'll receive a participation diploma only.

The Course includes four tests that need to be passed positively:

1. cpo Theory

2. Attack on Principle Drill

3. Shooting TEST

4. Hand to Hand Combat Techniques TEST

Recommended Flights and Airport.

Arrival Information:

Your destination airport is Wroclaw Airport (WRO), Poland.

Plan to arrive one day before the course begins to allow for smooth travel and rest.

Pick-up time will be confirmed by email once all participant flight schedules are received.

Departure Information:

On the last day of the course, we will drop you off at Wroclaw Airport by 18:00.

If your return flight is scheduled for the next day (early morning), you should arrange overnight accommodation in Wroclaw. We can drop you off at your hotel instead of the airport.

If your return flight is earlier than 18:00 on the last day, we’ll assist you in arranging transport to ensure you reach the airport on time.

Flight Recommendations:

If you're flying from the uk, we recommend using Wizz Air or Ryanair, as both airlines offer direct flights to Wroclaw from major uk airports.

For travelers from other countries, please check your flight options. Be ready for pick-up at Wroclaw Airport by 18:00 the day before the course begins.

We recommend using Skyscanner (https://www.skyscanner.net) to find the best flight deals.

Alternative Transport Options:

If your flight arrives early in the day and you prefer not to wait for the late pick-up, you can take a train from Wroclaw’s main train station to Lubań Śląski, where the hotel is located. The train journey takes about 2 hours and costs approximately 7 EUR.

A direct bus from Wroclaw Airport to the main train station costs about 2 EUR.

This is a popular and convenient option for students arriving early in Wroclaw.

Driving to the Course:

If you plan to drive, your destination is:

BZ Academy

Radostów Średni 59-800, Poland

We arrange accommodation in hotels around Lubań (postcode 59-800). If you're driving, use this postcode to plan your route.

The hotel addresses are different from the BZ Academy Training facility, so please contact us for specific directions to your hotel.

What's included in a course price?

ALL courses INCLUDE:

Customer care in English from registration through the course and after.

Skilled and Experienced Professional Instructors, who will give you personal feedback, and corrections to improve your weapon handling skills.

Accommodation - you arrive one day before the course and leave the same day when the course finishes in the evening.

Food - Full board. No need to worry about that. if you have any requirements such as vegetarian/allergies etc let us know in advance.

Airport Pick up and drop off at specific hours

Range transfers from/to hotel