What the Experts say about Tactical Defense Training™

"21st Century training! This is what we need to survive real life confrontations." Officer K. Morlane, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Phoenix Police Department

"Outstanding. This is the best training I have received, not only as a Defensive Tactics Instructor but also for any class since my academy days. TDT is simple, aggressive and realistic, not idealistic; it is based on what actually happens in the street. Mr. Ryan is amazing." M. Njaa, Patrol Sergeant, Mesa Police Department

"I have been an officer for 14 years and Mr. Ryan is one of the best Instructors I have ever seen. His system gives officers the ability to end violent confrontations quickly." Lieutenant B. Thiem, Mesa Police Department

"Excellent instruction from theory to application. The effectiveness of the system was obvious. This system works!" L. A. Ochoa, Police Officer K-9 Unit, Coolidge Police Department

"TDT is excellent! Far superior to all other defensive tactics training I've received. I found it extremely practical because all tactics are based on similar concepts. I especially like the emphasis on DT while armed as in SWAT operations. TDT provides a quick, decisive advantage in a conflict. Very impressive." G. Economidis, SWAT Officer, Pima County Sheriff's Department

"Very effective and applicable to any type of law enforcement. It gives us another weapon and another way of looking at different situations. TDT taught me a lot about realism and the truth about fighting." M. Mace, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Department of Public Safety

"Many of the Tactical Defense Training™ techniques and tactics are utilized in our executive protection, SWAT, and counter-terrorist programs." J. R. Jarrett, Director, American Shooting Academy

"A highly practical system. Easy to pick up and apply in a very short amount of time. It's smart because it uses primarily gross motor skills and natural reaction patterns." J. Case, Patrol Sergeant Training Officer, Showlow Police Department

"This is the best DT course I have ever attended in my 19 years of law enforcement. It's better because it is realistic and covers what to do in worst case scenarios. Other courses, such as the previous AZPOST course or the FBI course cover techniques that could never really be used because they were too complex or unrealistic. When a fight starts we all revert to what we have practiced and what come naturally. This method is natural. It comes easy. Richard Ryan was awesome. His instruction was fast paced and kept the students interested. He demonstrated the material with great skill and obviously knew what he was doing. It wasn't out of someone else's textbook." Lieutenant R. McCaleb, Lake Havasu City Police Department

"Tactical Defense Training™ is simpler to learn than other systems because of the building block nature of the training and the overall consistency of concepts. Officers are more likely to use it effectively because of its simplicity and the use of major concepts throughout the system." J. Sosin, Basic Training Sergeant, Tucson Police Department

"Very useful and practical. In my area, fights with suspects are common, as are injuries to patrol officers. This method should turn the tables and fewer officers will be hurt. Mr. Ryan was the best Instructor I have had in my 10 years as a Defensive Tactics Instructor. Very thorough and highly skilled." Sgt. D. Melvin, Globe Police Department

"Outstanding! Best defensive tactics training I've had to date. This system deals with what is real Richard is a master of defensive tactics, articulate and knowledgeable." B. Stout, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Explosives Unit Supervisor, DPS

"Your program has quickly gained a great deal of respect as being the most effective, scientific and complete systems available." Sheriff G.C. Buchanan, Yavapai County

"This system is much easier than others. Not as much practice is required to learn the techniques. Everything was simple and made sense. The average officer can use these techniques in the street." Sgt. J. C. Spina, Mesa Police Department

"The most realistic training I've received in my 17 years working street crime and undercover narcotics." Sgt. T. J. Music, Phoenix Police Crime Unit

"Excellent. Very applicable to officer survival in the field. This is the most realistic training in defensive tactics I have ever received." W. D. Murphy, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Department of Public Safety

"Very practical for street officers who don't spend as much time as they should training for violent encounters. This system seems more natural than other systems and applies directly to the most dangerous situations officers may face." S. Brooks, Tactical Officer, Mohave County Sheriff's Department

"As well as being a police officer I've studied Karate for five years and I now understand that almost everything I learned in the past is too complicated. Your system is simple but effective. That's a combination that's hard to beat." G. Clark, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Casa Grande Police Department

"An excellent defensive system. Much more realistic with better techniques than previous systems." Deputy G. A. Heine, Maricopa County Sheriff's Department

"Tactical Defense Training™ programs are well thought out and presented in an orderly sequence. Everything was applicable to worst case scenarios as well as the more mundane situations officers face on a daily basis." Detective D. Duhigg, Mesa Police Department

"Very useful, practical techniques. What I liked most was the repeatable progression that Mr. Ryan used to build on natural reactions. TDT techniques seem to build off what we would do naturally, hence you need less practice to remain proficient." Sgt. M. Bellows, Mesa Police Department

"Outstanding! Teaches students how to be more aggressive when defending themselves. We have never been taught to use aggressive countermeasures when we are confronted with a violent attack. In the past, instructors have left most students to figure out for themselves how to defend against extreme situations. Tactical Defense Training™ provides answers." Commander D. Jobe, Use of Force Instructor, Yuma County Sheriff's Department

"Your system is very realistic. I'm a firm believer that if you train with real world concepts, you'll take them with you to the street. TDT works in the real world." D. E. Buttery, University of Arizona Police Department

"This is a great system for law enforcement. In the academy they always teach techniques that will work only in ideal situations. This system teaches you how to handle everything from the worst case to the best case. I also enjoyed having a civilian instructor, a guy who literally kicks butt for a living. It was great to hear from an expert outside of law enforcement." J. Teachout, Motor Officer, Oro Valley Police Department

"Very effective and simple tactics! The strikes are especially effective. This is one of the best training classes I have attended in my 14 years of law enforcement. Outstanding instruction." Sgt. J. Henderson, Mesa Police Department

"Excellent training that is applicable to my everyday duties. I thought that Mr. Ryan was a police officer because of his experience and knowledge about police work and the way he explained scenarios. He is one of the best instructors I have ever seen." M. Doherty, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Mesa Police Department

"Your system is definitely different than what we learned at the old academy, but is definitely more effective and makes much more sense." P.L. Etnire, Department of Public Safety

"I know I speak for our entire team, in that we were simply amazed at the effectiveness of the system. It requires no previous martial arts experience." Sgt. W. K. Bailey II, SWAT Team Leader, Yavapai County Sheriff's Department

"Much more practical than previous training. Mr. Ryan is obviously an expert in his field and it shows in his demonstrations and instruction."Sgt. D. Otanez, Training Coordinator
Phoenix Police Department

"Great program. You changed my mind on tactics and defenses. This course was a real eye opener!" N. Dixon, Bike Patrol Officer, Chandler Police Department

"This is as practical as you can get. You covered a lot of subjects in a very short period of time. I really like this system." B. D. Mulleneaux, Deputy Sheriff, Graham County Sheriff's Department

"This course is truly excellent. It teaches great techniques without all the fancy stuff. Even with my extensive martial arts background, I found this system to be so much better than what I have learned in the past." Detective J. Cibik, Tempe Police Department

"This system is very practical and effective. It is not only easy to learn but, more importantly, easily retained. TDT techniques are based on natural movements. Because of this, a student with no prior experience can perform them with minimal practice. I found myself instinctively using the techniques immediately after instruction." F. Dalgar, Police Officer, Tempe Police Department

"Very useful because the system integrates defensive tactics and firearms. I found the TDT system to be very practical for the street, in jails or in Special Ops." D. Kestor,
Team Leader SWAT and Special Operations, Pima County Sheriff's Department

"I think this new training is outstanding. It is easy to learn and apply because the techniques are based on the way the body moves and works. I especially liked the aggressive attitude of the system. It's about time we started training officers to use force when the situation calls for it instead of being reactionary targets. TDT is the most practical, yet simplified system of defensive tactics I've ever seen." B. Knapp, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Phoenix Police Department

"TDT is very simple yet incredibly effective. What you do for one situation works for another. It's natural and instinctive. Once you've got the basics down, it really makes sense. I wish it was taught ten years ago." R. Grinder, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Chandler Police Department

"This is an excellent system based on our natural tendencies in a confrontation. I think it is the perfect system for police officers because of its simplicity and effectiveness. I also liked the building block approach, which makes it easy to learn and apply." B. Ragsdave, Detective, Phoenix Police Department

"100% better than the old stuff. I particularly like the predatory mind set when thrust into a serious violent confrontation." T. Boelts, Yavapai County Sheriff's Office

"10! Excellent system! Mr. Ryan in incredibly thorough and highly skilled. It all made sense from the first technique on up. The TDT system is the best I've learned and easiest to apply." A. Cook, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Chandler Police Department

"Great training. Easy to understand and definitely more realistic than other courses because of the realistic drills and instruction." Captain R. Lee, Tucson Fire Department

"Excellent. This training is far superior. I found it to be very easy to use and remember. It all revolves around the same principle moves and positions. It's about time that officers are taught a system that really works." A. Kirkpatrick, Patrol and Field Trainer, Yuma County Police Department

"The best training I have received in my 6 years as an officer. Not only the material but also Mr. Ryan is the best instructor I've ever had. The Tactical Defense Training™ system is different than the past defensive tactics training because it is more job related. It is realistic about what will happen in the street. The system was also presented in a clear and simplistic manner. It started with the first block and kept building, always keeping the same basics." J. Singer, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Phoenix Police Department

"Excellent system! It fits the needs of law enforcement perfectly and is much more practical than anything I have learned in the past. A lot of thought has gone into developing these techniques." B. Muzzy, SWAT Officer, Pima County Sheriff's Department

"I really enjoyed all aspects of your system. I came from the old school of defensive tactics and some of what I received then was what you had devised in the early development of your system. I have to say you have really refined it since then. I especially like the reaction drills and the way you never put one technique above the other because in the street situations constantly change. I like the way you let the student adapt to the circumstance at hand. Great system!" T. Gusite, Tactical Coordinator, Mesa Police Department

"I was impressed with the building block approach of your system, the way you can learn on set of fundamental movements that propel you to the next level of skill. Very effective." D. Lasiter, Arizona State University Police Department

"Your course was very practical and realistic. I found it to be easy to learn because of the emphasis on natural movements. Very well organized." A. Tafoya, Narcotics Agent
Apache County Sheriff's Department

"Mr. Ryan has a wealth of knowledge about real encounters. I found the entire course to be extremely helpful to me as a police officer. His instructions, lectures, demonstrations and reading materials were all easy to understand and learn. On a scale of 1 to 10, I'd rate Tactical Defense Training as a 20." D. R. Dyson, Defensive Tactics Instructor
Peoria Police Department

"I think your system is incredible. Far superior to basic academy training. Finally a system that's based not only on surviving but on winning!" B. Reynolds, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Sierra Vista Police Department

"I wish I had been trained this way from the beginning. I would not have gotten my nose smashed or had to resort to grappling with a man twice my size. TDT is much more practical." Deputy L. George, Pima County Sheriff's Department

"After 13 years in the field, this was the most effective training I have had to date! TDT brings the training back to the street." R. Stockton, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Yuma County Sheriff's Department

"TDT make a lot of sense. I really like the fact that once you get the idea of the basics, everything builds from there. Your responses are basically the same no matter what situation you get into. Previously, everything I learned was too complicated and technical. I could never remember it and therefore never used it in the street. TDT was easy to learn because each situation builds on the other." C. Acton, Yavapai County Sheriff's Department

"Very effective! The first system I've seen that is truly realistic and applicable to the street. It's about time!" Deputy E. Wacker, Patrol Officer, Safford Police Department

"Extremely applicable. Especially realistic as opposed to past training. Finally we have a system that fits with how the street really is." D. Wayne, Tactical Training Officer, Phoenix Police Department

"Long overdue! Finally we have a program that contains techniques that can be used by officers who may not practice regularly. The building block approach is outstanding!" M. Duffy, Pima County Sheriff's Department

"Excellent real-world training. Very applicable for law enforcement. Traditional police training is frequently low speed and unrealistic. TDT is high speed, simple and effective." Sgt. S. Gesell, Scottsdale Police Department

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