Protect Your Employees: Expert-Led Active Intruder Training for Your Business.

Law enforcement and military-backed training designed to keep your team safe during an active shooter or intruder scenario.

Protecting Your Team, Your Students, and Your Congregation Starts Here

In today’s unpredictable world, being prepared for an active shooter or intruder event is no longer optional—it’s a necessity. Whether you’re leading a business, a school, or a church, having a comprehensive, actionable plan for your team can save lives. At Gig Harbor Self Defense, we offer specialized Active Shooter Response Training designed to provide your employees, students, or congregation with the tools they need to act decisively during an emergency.

Why Choose Gig Harbor Self Defense?

Our Active Shooter Response Training program is designed by law enforcement professionals and military experts, offering practical, real-world strategies to handle an active shooter or intruder situation. Our training goes beyond the standard “Run, Hide, Fight” techniques by giving participants the knowledge to make critical decisions under pressure.

What We Teach

Recognizing Early Warning Signs: Learn how to identify behaviors that could signal an impending threat and how to act on these cues before it escalates.

Response Protocols: Understand when to run, hide, or fight, and learn the psychology behind these actions to make split-second decisions.

De-Escalation Techniques: Equip your team with verbal and non-verbal strategies to reduce the likelihood of violence before it happens.

Emergency Action Plans (EAP): Work with your organization to create and practice a tailored emergency response plan that includes evacuation routes, lockdown procedures, and more.

Survival Mindset: Develop the mental and emotional tools to act confidently under stress.

Program Highlights

Customized for Your Organization: Whether you are a business, school, or church, our training is tailored to your specific needs and environment.

Hands-On, Practical Drills: Participants will engage in realistic scenarios to practice their responses, ensuring they are prepared when it matters most.

Backed by Law Enforcement and Military Expertise: Our curriculum is developed and delivered by professionals with real-world experience.

Ongoing Support and Training: We don’t just leave you with a plan. We offer regular follow-up training and updates to ensure your team stays prepared.

Who Needs This Training?

• Businesses: Protect your employees and customers by equipping your team with the knowledge and skills to respond to emergencies swiftly.
• Schools: Keep your students and faculty safe with practical, school-specific training that prepares everyone for the worst-case scenario.
• Churches and Religious Institutions: Ensure the safety of your congregation with a plan designed to mitigate risk during services or events.

Why This Matters?

Active shooter events are unpredictable and can occur anywhere—businesses, schools, places of worship, and public spaces are all potential targets. According to the FBI, the number of active shooter incidents in the U.S. has been on the rise, underscoring the need for businesses, schools, and churches to prepare.

Our program ensures that your team or congregation will not only be aware of the threat but will know how to respond immediately and effectively. Preparation is the key to minimizing damage and protecting lives in these situations.

What’s Included in Training?

• Initial Consultation: A 60-minute, on-site or phone consultation to assess your specific needs and challenges.
• Customized Training Program: A detailed plan that includes interactive sessions on safety awareness, response procedures, and stress management.
• Real-World Scenario Drills: Your team will actively participate in drills designed to simulate an active shooter situation, providing valuable hands-on experience.
• Emergency Action Plan Development: We’ll help your organization create and implement an EAP that suits your environment.
• Ongoing Support: After the training, we offer follow-up support and periodic refresher courses to keep your team prepared.

Get Started Today!

Don’t wait for a crisis to develop. Prepare your team now with expert-led Active Shooter Response Training.