EXECUTIVE PROTECTION
BODYGUARD TRAINING
2025 COURSE PROSPECTUS
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❝ Our core focus is to leverage our extensive experience in both public and private security to create distinctive, clear, realistic, and functional solutions for our clients. We are dedicated to providing the highest standard and quality of expertise to individuals who are serious about obtaining enhanced competence and seeking professional training services.❞
Leo J. Strand
CEO / Director of Training
SINCE
1986
Registered UN Supplier
UNGM No: 126537
1. Introduction
Elevate Your Skills with ISA Academy®
Welcome to ISA Academy’s Executive Protection Training Program! Our intensive “BTP Course”, available in Europe, the USA, and Southeast Asia, is meticulously designed to equip attendees with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in their complex responsibilities, adhering to the highest operational standards.
Learn from the Best
ISA Academy’s Director of Training brings over 40 years of hands-on experience in executive security. As a former commissioned officer, he served as Chief of the Quick Response Force at the Royal Castle, protecting the Royal Family across five tours of duty. After a distinguished career, receiving an honorable discharge, he transitioned to a role as Senior Executive in Charge at INTERSEC, overseeing protective operations in more than 30 countries worldwide.
Unmatched Training Experience
ISA Academy® offers one of the most comprehensive Executive Protection Training Courses available. With limited class sizes, we ensure individual attention from our expert instructors, enabling you to achieve outstanding results within a reasonable timeframe.
What You’ll Learn
ISA Academy’s course covers a broad spectrum of no-nonsense tactical, protective, and security-related subjects. It includes intensive training in defensive tactics, threat assessments, operations planning, practical field exercises, and the use of firearms.
The “BTP Course” is renowned as one of the finest and most respected Executive Protection Training courses globally. It is frequently attended by law enforcement, military, and UN security personnel from around the world.
Why Choose ISA Academy®
No matter your background or reasons for attending, ISA Academy® provides one of the most authentic and up-to-date Executive Protection Training Programs available, earning you credentials that are well-recognized and trusted by clients worldwide!
USA • EUROPE • ASIA
Reg. Trademark – Est.1986
2. Syllabus
- Protective Duties
- Protocol
- 1st Aid
- International Law
- Terrorist MO
- Vehicle Search
- Threat Assessment
- Risk Analysis
- Advance Reconnaissance
- Route Selections
- Security Planning
- Residential Security
- Specialist Equipment
- Counter Surveillance Measures
- Protective Deployment
- Communication Psychology
- Work Ethics
- Quick Response Techniques
- Disarming Techniques
- Unarmed Combat
- Vehicle Tactics
- Arrival & Departure Drills
- Firearms Safety
- Defensive Handgun Techniques
- Live Fire Drills*
- I.E.D. Awareness
- Bomb Security and Procedures
- Hotel Security
- Search Techniques
- Applied OODA Techniques
* USA and Asia
3. Requirements
The BTP Executive Protection Training Course is open to all applicants, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, education, or national origin.
However, applicants must be of legal age, in good health, and proficient in English. While prior experience in protection or security is recommended, it is not required.
4. Goals
The BTP Executive Protection Training aims to fully qualify operatives for protection assignments worldwide. Attendees are educated in both theoretical and practical skills throughout the training.
Graduates who achieve a B4 level or above will be qualified to provide the highest level of protection services.
5. Duration/Agenda
The 30-day BTP Executive Protection Training Course is divided into two distinct parts: theory and hands-on practical training.
Upon enrolling, attendees receive the training manual and additional course materials, allowing them to begin their studies immediately. Attendees complete the 20-day theory portion through remote studies at their own pace. Thereafter, all attendees will fulfill their remaining 10 intense days with instructor-led practical training on location with ISA Academy®.
6. Certificate
Upon successful completion and thorough evaluation of the academy training, attendees receive full credentials along with prestigious graduation certificates.
7. Training Package
ISA Academy’s comprehensive BTP training package in Europe, the USA and in Southeast Asia are all inclusive of:
- ISA Academy® Training Manual
- Theoretical Studies and Guide
- Instructor-Led Practical Training
- Accommodation throughout the practical section
- Expendable Supplies throughout the course
- All Equipment required to complete the training
8. Payment Plan
A registration fee, which covers the training manual and theoretical framework, is required at the time of registration.
The remaining balance is not due until attendance. Most tuition funds are reinvested into the attendee during training, covering equipment, operational expenses, accommodation, and other costs.
9. Clients
These distinguished government authorities, UN organizations and commercial companies have entrusted ISA Academy® as provider of professional training services and know-how to their operational divisions:
Australia
NSW Police Service
Protective Group
Bangladesh
Special Security Force
Prime Minister’s Office
DR Congo
UN Mission In DR Congo (MONUC)
UN Close Protection Unit
UN Special Extraction Teams
India
Code3 Protections
Indonesia
Wisar Group
Delta Guards
PT Bumame
Italy
United Nations
World Food Programme (UNWFP)
Malaysia
Counterforce Security
Australia
NSW Police Service
Protective Group
Philippines
Envisage Security Agency Inc.
VMO Government of Masbate
Manny “PacMan” Pacquiao
Russia
премьера oхрана
Singapore
Singapore Police Force
Gurkha Special Action Group
Special Police (SPEAR)
SAF Commandos HQ
Ministry of Defence
MinDef Security Branch
MinDef Military Police Command
AETOS Auxiliary Police
Sweden
National Police Academy
Security Driving Sweden AB
Svenska Personskyddsgruppen
Turkey
International Security Institute of Studies
Omega Taskforce
Falcon Team Security
USA
US Department of Defense – CID
US Department of Treasury – ATF
Camden Co. Sheriff’s Dept. – SWAT
Camden Co. Park Police
M&J Investigations
American Detective Agency
Lion Investigation Academy
American Detective Systems
10. Registration
- Applicants to the BTP Executive Protection Training Program should select their preferred regional training location below and submit the completed registration form.
- The breakdown of the program fee is listed at each respective course location.
- The dates refer to the start date of the practical segment of the training.
EUROPE
04 Aug 2025
Executive Protection
Sweden/Stockholm
INCLUSIVE OF:
- Training Manual
- Academic Studies
- Practical Training
- Accommodations
- Expendable Supplies
- All Relevant Equipment
FEES:
- $195.00 Pay at registration
- $3,200.00 Pay at attendance
USA
02 Jun 2025
Executive Protection
USA/Florida
INCLUSIVE OF:
- Training Manual
- Academic Studies
- Practical Training
- Accommodations
- Expendable Supplies
- All Relevant Equipment
FEES:
- $195.00 Pay at registration
- $3,200.00 Pay at attendance
ASIA
05 May 2025
Executive Protection
Philippines/Manila
INCLUSIVE OF:
- Training Manual
- Academic Studies
- Practical Training
- Accommodations
- Expendable Supplies
- All Relevant Equipment
FEES:
- $195.00 Pay at registration
- $3,200.00 Pay at attendance
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