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| Corrections Emergency Support Group 2012 Hello Dave It was an absolute honour for me to be involved in the ISR Matrix course that you conducted. The course itself is without doubt the most professional control/restraint course I have ever been on and or am aware of. I could write pages of positives about the course. The Academy are writing a submission in regards to the course and it will come before myself and the Boss for acceptance (guess which box I will be ticking). Like yourself I have been an Instructor in various skills both in the Army and Corrections. I take the role of Instructor as almost sacred. I have been on many courses and seen many Instructors from the Army, Police and Corrections over the years and I have to say that you are one of the very finest Instructors I have ever had the good fortune of meeting. I learnt a variety of excellent innovative techniques from you that I will incorporate into our lessons. It was special that Gary wrote his thoughts down and gave them to you at the end. I have known Gary for a long time and he is a very decent man his thoughts on you and the course speak volumes on your professionalism, strength of character and humanity. Well done mate take care and I hope we meet again. JK Senior Officer Training Emergency Support Group Perth 2010 I have been a Police officer for 11 years and have served in the United Kingdom, South Australia and Western Australia. I am currently serving as an Operational Safety and Tactics instructor within (with held). I first met David in 2009 when I attended an ISR Matrix course being held within the Perth area. I was immediately impressed with David’s coaching style and professionalism. His knowledge, experience and genuine passion inspire complete attention and respect and I have highly recommended his courses to my friends and colleagues. As an instructor it is sometimes extremely difficult to monitor, fault-correct and manage the learning of a large group of people, taking into consideration learning styles, experience and confidence of the students. David however makes these tasks look easy, which was demonstrated on the most recent ISR course I attended in July 2010. The course participants had a mixed work background (Police, military and civilian) and varied experience levels in martial or fighting arts (from zero to instructor level). This was in no way a hindrance however as David was able to tailor the course to suit the relevant experience levels and address specific role-related tasks. On numerous occasions during the course David was simultaneously managing 3 separate groups; the first looking at basic ISR physical management, the second physical management attached striking and the third (which included me) weapon retention and vehicle extraction techniques. His ability to apply his technical knowledge, communicate that knowledge and achieve excellent results is a credit to him. I was further extremely impressed with the way in which David assists his students to address specific questions posed. For example, a course participant and I both work within environments in which we have to remove persons from vehicles in a dynamic way and we had both found this to be a difficult and dangerous task due to the complexity of what can appear to be a very easy task. David’s patience and technical skill were again very evident, as he encouraged us to work through the problems we were encountering, applying guidance where necessary in a way that helped us to achieve the task. I have taken a great many of the things I have learned from David back to my workplace with a view to implement them as best practice within the agency. David’s ability to communicate on all levels is exemplary. He communicates with influence, is never overbearing or patronising and puts all those he teaches at ease with his manner. I have made contact with David on numerous occasions outside of the training environment to ask for his opinion and guidance. David always has time for people and would never allow a question to go unanswered, which is sometimes a very rare quality. In conclusion I believe David to be a person of the highest calibre, and his technical knowledge, expertise and skill are second to none. His integrity, personal drive and professionalism are of the highest order, and his ability to communicate at all levels is excellent. I am very proud to call him both my instructor and my friend and would have no reservations in recommending him to you as operational safety and tactics subject matter expert. (Name withheld) Police Officer and Operational Safety Trainer Perth ISR Matrix USA I am a Military Veteran and an active Law Enforcement Officer and Supervisor for a large agency in the USA. My official duties include being the High Liability Training Coordinator for all Use of Force Topics as well as Pursuit Driving and serving as a member of a 40 member SWAT Team. I am also the Vice President and Director of Law Enforcement Training for ISR Matrix International, a Tactical consulting organization based in the United States. Our group has been contracted to train Police, Military and Security Professionals worldwide, including Officers in Australia. We have been featured in various International Media publications such as SWAT Magazine, Black Belt and Blitz and have earned a reputation for providing the highest quality training and consultation in the area of Tactics and Use of Force. In our experience, not all LE/ MIL trainers are created equal. There is a range of competence, initiative, and integrity. When we choose to endorse and affiliate with an instructor on a professional level, we have examined their skill, character and work ethic and must be completely satisfied that they will uphold our uncompromising performance standards. That being said... It has been our good fortune to have met and worked with Dave and we are proud to be affiliated with him. After observing him instruct and coach Law Enforcement professionals from various agencies, including The U.S. Federal Air Marshals and U.S. Customs service as well as members of several SWAT teams, Patrol and Tactical Units, as well as Corrections Officers, I can say that Dave's attention to detail and tireless dedication in organizing and conducting Training events distinguishes him as among the finest in the Police Training Community. He has our highest endorsement and our unwavering recommendation. Fletch Fuller Vice President/ LE Training Coordinator I.S.R. Matrix International Perth July 2010 I was advised to give ISR a go by a colleague in the Police and I honestly say I am so glad I did. I attended an ISR PM course in early 2009 and was amazed at how such a simple system could be so effective. The fluid nature of the system, constant drilling of the core moves and use of “drills under pressure; all added up to a fantastic weekend, from which I became a firm supporter of all things ISR.I was extremely excited about the next course I was able to attend (held in Perth in July 2010) and was in no way disappointed. The course participants had both a mixed work background (Police, military and civilian) and varied experience levels in martial or fighting arts (from zero to instructor level). This was in no way a hindrance however as the instructor was able to tailor the course to suit the relevant experience levels and address specific role related tasks. I can attribute this to two things; first of which is the nature of ISR, everyone starts with the basics, there are no “white belts do it this way, black belts do it this way” mentality. The fundamental principles are drilled to the point where you no longer have to think, your body just does what it needs to do. The core principles of ISR are so interchangeable, the system allows you to move from one position to the next without pause, feeling what your opponent is doing rather than having to watch for it. We were able to work through complicated role related problems, such as removal of persons from vehicles, without having to do anything other than go back to core principles and think it through. The second was the instructor Dave. His knowledge, experience and genuine passion inspire complete attention and respect and I would (and have) highly recommend his courses to my friends and colleagues. The guys that I trained with are a fantastic bunch of guys and I have made friendships that will last. I can hand on heart say that ISR is absolutely fantastic and cannot recommend it highly enough. Whether you are in the military, law enforcement or a person who wants to learn how to defend yourself ISR is the way to go. I can’t wait for the next course, and the next, and the next, and the next. (Name withheld) Police Officer Perth 2010 As a former Police Officer of 18 years service, my tenure included 11 years in Police Special Operations. In recent years I have pursued a career as a private security contractor in operational and training roles in hostile environments such as Iraq and Africa. I am the Executive Director of Training of a Registered Training Organisation approved by the Western Australian Police Service to deliver Firearms and Defensive Tactics training. It has been my observation where many training providers will compromise the integrity of their services to secure business, there is no compromise in the quality of the service delivered by Dave in his role as a training consultant, facilitator and Regional Director of ISR Matrix Australia. Dave is dynamic and innovative in his skill sets underpinned by his intimate knowledge which allows him to have the flexibility to adapt and improvise in environments where resources are limited or the student is of a culturally diverse background. His interpersonal skills and ability to articulate at all levels establishes excellent rapport with his students and cultivates healthy business relationships with clients. Dave has a well rounded knowledge of military, police and civilian/security doctrine and his currency in the use of equipment and weapons enables Dave to transition in the relevant roles and duties. Dave's professional acumen is a reflexion of the strength of his personal character. Honest and without question to his integrity. His enthusiasm for living again flows over into his desire to perform as a trainer. I have no hesitation in recommending Dave and the ISR Matrix. (Name withheld) Former Senior Constable, Police Tactical Operator and Operational Safety Trainer Perth Townsville 2010 I am a Watchhouse Officer in QLD; I have almost 3.5yrs police experience and over 10yrs private security experience. I have been on a number of different OST/Defensive Tactic courses over this time. After completing the 4hour course with Dave from ISR Matrix Australia these courses they have on offer, unquestionably beat any current OST methodology that I have been exposed to. I look forward to attending the next course to be run in Townsville in the future; I would recommend these courses to other people in Police, Corrections and Security personal but not limited to those agencies... I feel even agency’s such ambulance officers/paramedics would also benefit for these courses, due to the cliental they deal with? The skills and information on offer is beneficial, and if you would like to learn more Defensive Tactics or OST, these courses are for you. Thanks Dave I thoroughly enjoyed the course and await the next one. (Name withheld) Townsville, Queensland. Perth 2008-2010 As a current Instructor with a Law Enforcement Agency I first met Dave in 2004 when he and I were deployed overseas for a peace keeping mission. Instantly I saw his professionalism in not only his work ethic but his training methods and experience. We immediately hit it off and worked together in some very trying and dangerous conditions. Dave's thoroughness, attention to detail and being able to teach a myriad of persons from all walks of life and skill levels meant that every person learnt the required and necessary skills needed to perform their job effectively. Dave then carried on his Instructing furthering his skills base by travelling overseas and training with various disciplines and law enforcement agencies, applying better technical skills with the worlds most up-to-date teachings which benefited his students greatly. I am even more impressed by the way Dave can structure training packages to suit differing agencies from different work backgrounds such as Police,Military & Civilian Security and adapt these courses to suit exactly what they require from a Use of Force and Legislative point of view. The way that Dave teaches means he puts the students at ease and creates a comfortable environment in which they want to learn and creates interest in the training. He is patient and is always willing to spend more time above and beyond if the students require this. The students find he is always approachable which makes them want to come back and learn more and better themselves in their chosen disciplines. I recently participated in an ISR Matrix course as a student under Dave and found all these gametes of being an excellent Teacher and Instructor evident, his technical knowledge in the material, the way he teaches with influence, being approachable and making the students get involved mean that they are able to absorb and retain a high standard of the course material, meaning a better overall product in the outcome. In conclusion I believe that Dave would be a highly valued asset to any organisation as a Trainer/Instructor and have no hesitation in saying so. The qualities that he not only portrays but lives by are hard to find in this day and age. I would highly recommend Dave . (Name withheld) Police Supervisor and Operational Safety Trainer Brisbane 2010 I am a current serving member in the **** Police Service. Previously I was a member of the Calgary Police Service for 5 years. During my policing career I have been involved with Public Order Teams, tac crime teams and general duties. I have worked in extremely dynamic and often volatile environments. I had the good fortune to attend two different seminars with the ISR Matrix Physical Management system. Both of these courses were taught by Dave. I have been exposed to various forms of subject control and different concepts put forward by different services. I was extremely pleased with ISR and the concepts explained and portrayed. ISR and Dave's coaching reinforces the warrior mindset and provides many tools and skills that can be interchanged at a moments notice. This is integral as any officer in a confrontation needs to have the ability to make sound decisions and throughout the incident evaluate the goals and push through to achieve the desired outcomes and results. ISR also incorporates the duty of care that law enforcement agencies have towards everyone that they deal with. Dave continuously reinforces the basic concepts of ISR during the courses. He coordinates multiple groups, going over the techniques over and over. This repetition is vital. The hundreds to thousands of reps completed cement the skills into the student. When the reps have been engrained then the student can apply his technical knowledge and through further experience are able to develop their expertise and skill set. Dave structures his courses in a modular fashion. This allows Dave to build up the training level throughout the course. Each level building on the previous and forcing the student to think on their feet, apply the techniques and execute them to achieve the desirable result. This is all done in increasingly stressful situations as Dave throws unknown factors into the mix. Dave challenges the students physically, pushing their endurance until they reach a state of reaction by instinct. At this point the student has the skill set in their muscle memory. Dave also makes students think by throwing "what if" scenarios at them. The students get a chance to change up and work with different people so as to experience a wide range of body types and this teaches the students that the techniques can work for anyone. This interaction also cultivates good working relationships between the students themselves. They then end up pushing each other and correcting technical errors between themselves. I have used these techniques in the field with positive results. I am of the opinion that the ISR Matrix method when used in conjunction with communication contributes to strategic thinking and enables officers to be proactive, aware and thinking ahead when engaging the public. I found training with Dave to be a great experience. He is aware of the sensitivities of training law enforcement personnel and takes appropriate steps to maintain that security. His manner of speaking and demonstrating allows students to see what the techniques are and to correct their mistakes. Dave is very passionate about making sure law enforcement personnel have the most up to date training to keep them and the public safe. I would recommend Dave and the ISR Matrix without question. (Name withheld) Police Sergeant and Operational Safety Trainer Brisbane Aug 2009 I recently attended a 3 day ISR Matrix Physical Management Foundation Skills course. By way of background, I have been involved in the military, the security industry and law enforcement field for over 10 years. Through out this time I have always trained in Martial arts and defensive tactics and continually searched for a realistic/effective system with no success. Then I found ISR. This course was just brilliant. I have trained in wrestling and MMA for a long time (where a lot of the ISR techniques come from) but this is far more than a bunch of techniques. The ISR Matrix team have seriously done some quality research and development to establish 9 core techniques that flow systematically together. ISR Matrix allows you to keep complete control of the bad guy whilst always keeping in mind situational awareness, weapon retention and transition, team tactics and the ability to escalate or de-escalte your use of force at anytime. Sure that sound sounds great but we drilled these 9 core moves over and over again to the point of having to apply them on a fully resisting opponents wearing boxing gloves who were trying to knock us out! ISR just works. Unfortunately, as a police officer, I am not comfortable walking into dangerous situations with every partner I work with. However, I would gladly go up against any angry man with any Officer who has done an ISR course, safe in the knowledge that they have already had to make their training work for real! This system is a must for anyone serious about doing their job properly or wanting to defend themselves. (Name withheld) Police Officer Brisbane Aug 2009 & March 2010 I am a current serving Police Officer and have been in the military, security industry and law enforcement in excess of ten years. The ISR Matrix defensive tactics coaching emphasis a strategic approach to complex real world problem solving rather than the technique based approach that is common with other systems. After several days of intense training, students think strategically in terms of controlling the situation and environment in accordance with sound use of force policy and officer safety guidelines while their appropriate physical techniques occur without conscience thought. The courses that I attended had students from all walks of life. State and Federal Police, Corrections, regular and reserve Military and private security. Some trainers may find these different back grounds and different role requirements a hindrance to effective training. David was able to contextualise his training delivery and communication style to suit both the group collectively and each individual while still meeting the learning outcomes. He is able to apply his technical knowledge of subject control in the Military, Security, Corrections, Health and Policing fields to develop and coordinate multiple concurrent training evolutions with apparent ease while still maintaining control of the course direction and ensuring that all participants are actively progressing. (Name withheld) Police Officer Brisbane 2009 I am a current-serving Police Officer with over ten years frontline experience and with operational experience in both Afghanistan and Iraq. David has delivered ISR Matrix defensive tactics instruction to people ranging from current serving Police and Military to martial arts practitioners. Despite the different backgrounds of the participants, David's instructional ability was such that he was able to pass on his knowledge and skills seemingly without effort. Despite dealing with classes with large numbers of participants, from varying backgrounds, David was able to monitor their progress and assess and further developments requirements of everybody involved. David is approachable and able to answer questions about his teachings without attempting to change the subject, as seems to be the case with many Police and Military instructors today. His ability to communicate with people at all levels is of a high standard, and he is able to do so with authority and confidence without being overbearing or arrogant. I have no reservation in recommending David and the ISR Matrix. (Name withheld) Police Officer Adelaide 2009 I just got back from 5 days training ISR in Adelaide. I'll start by saying I have never before felt so exhausted after a course. At the end of the second day I got an ice pack from the freezer and didn't know where to put it first. Everything ached! From the get go I was impressed by how functional the system is. Transitioning from a point of disadvantage to a point of almost total subject control is done with relative ease. Never in any point of the course was excessive force advised or demonstrated. All techniques have been carefully examined and pressure tested, with a strong emphasis on using minimal or reasonable force to achieve a positive outcome. The system is designed in a way that it always leaves you an opportunity to transition to gain positional control, or even better to find an exit. The techniques focused on using Gross Motor Skills, and placed more emphasis on control and restraint, as opposed to using pain for compliance which sometimes may not be effective if your aggressor is under the influence of drugs, or has unusual flexibility/size differences etc. The LE course dealt with specific situations that Law Enforcement Officers may encounter whilst in the field. The material and techniques were job specific, and always placed a strong emphasis on officer safety and situational awareness. A big thank you to Fletch who travelled a long way to teach such a small group. Fletch is an excellent Instructor, and just a great guy to boot. Thanks to Ash, Davo and everyone who helped make a highly enjoyable week of training. I highly recommend ISR to all Front Line Employees, or simply anyone who wants a safe and effective method of controlling potentially hostile or aggressive persons. Regards, (Name withheld) Police Officer Adelaide 2009 Well, just completed five days of the ISR PM 101/201 and the LE 101. I'm bruised, knackered, and sore. It was five days of pretty intense training, ranging in techniques from escort control, restraints, weapon retention, vehicle extractions, and everything in between. Fletch Fuller, who is the main instructor for the Florida SWAT, and Vice President of the ISR Matrix was the instructor, and was awesome at the job. I've got a mainly Jujitsu and boxing background, and ISR has definitely changed my ways of controlling subjects in the future. I'd recommend this course to any LEO as a must do. Matter of fact, I'd recommend every Police Force in the country to teach it to cadets at the Academy. It makes the SAPOL taught DEFTAC look pathetic. Full review will be coming in the next week or two once I've finished my notes. (Name withheld) Police Officer Brisbane 2010 The 3 days of the ISR Matrix course I just attended was exhausting but was the best course I have been on throughout my military and corrections career. It was intensive dynamic and equipped me with extremely functional skills that can be applied across a range of industries. Great instruction and a great group of professionals who attended. Peter, Correctional Officer and Training Manager, ex regular Army cont.... Well we finished the LE component of the ISR Matrix training today. I am sore and bruised everywhere yet I can't wipe the smile off my face. It has been a great week all round by all reports. Great job Dave and can't wait for next year. Peter, Correctional Officer and Training Manager, ex regular Army Brisbane 2009 Vastly superior to any contemporary Police DT / OST package in use in Australia today...... Australian Police organisations are performing a disservice to their staff, and the community they are expected to serve, by not implementing ISR. Editor, Response Australia Magazine, Police Officer Perth 2009 I learnt more in just 1 day about handling the bad guy's than I ever have from my employer. (Name withheld) Police Officer Melbourne 2009 We have been using and training the ISR package in the crew a fair bit now, and the response from the guys is phenomenal. We are routinely using the helmet and underhook and pike in unarmed subject control now - to great effect. The wrist weave has become another favourite (Name withheld) Force Response Unit Perth 2008 Brilliant ..... used it to take down and control POI's a number of times.... ISR is easy to learn, easy to teach and their stuff integrates seamlessly with other skill sets.... Highly, highly recommend it to operational officers! – (Name withheld), Police Operational Safety Trainer Also see the following published reviews as listed on our media page: 10-01-2009 Response Australia Magazine ISR Matrix Article 08-21-2009 Martial Arts is Law Enforcement 08-04-2009 S.W.A.T. Magazine ISR Matrix Article Also see the following relevant promotional you tube clips as listed on our media page: |
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