In the executive protection field, the most underrated tool at the disposal of a protector is an edged weapon. No one weapon can solve every conceivable situation, but edged weapons offer protectors more threat-response potential than any other means. Edged weapons are classified as lethal force instruments, and as such, proper context-driven legally defensible training is essential to achieve the best possible outcomes from physical engagements.
Programs
Protectors / No Firearm
Protectors learn early recognition, edged weapon fundamentals, in-fight accessing, neutralizing threats with knives, flashlights, and pointed objects, and more
Protectors w/Firearms
Protectors learn early recognition, knife for firearm retention, engaging knife attackers safely, neutralizing threats with firearms, flashlights, and pointed objects, and more
Close Protectors
Complementing primary rifle and secondary pistol systems, a tertiary edged weapon system heightens the operator’s readiness when integrated into their total weapons system.
We are the world’s leading edged weapons training company and the only company that licenses Edged Weapons Trainers to professional standards. We have taught over 1500 edged weapon seminars in 33 countries, far more than any other company worldwide. Based on our company’s history and unparalleled record, we stand eminently qualified to establish professional standards for the designation as an Edged Weapon Specialist for the close protection industry.
Benefits
Protectors trained by Carry Safer possess an unparalleled professional qualification from a distinctive skill that offers substantial and meaningful benefits for the client, the protector, and the company.
Carry Safer certification enhances clients' confidence in their protectors because people skilled with a blade command respect and regard that stands apart from all others, increasing their value and worth.
Carry Safer Protectors offer unrestricted vigilance for protectors to dominate the protective zone around their clients wherever firearms are prohibited or when clients dislike firearms.
Clientele
Protectors
Carry Safer trains protectors with experience and those who are just entering the field. Our training is ideal for protectors wanting to upgrade their qualifications and for new protectors wanting to enhance their training qualifications for employment.
Academies
Our edged weapon program can be customized to perfectly suit your academy’s uniqueness, Carry Safer Trainers are professionals, and Carry Safer Certification offers your graduates an attractive supplement to your diploma.
Companies
Besides unarmed and armed protectors, bladed protectors will strengthen your team. With professionally certified blade-trained protectors your company will enjoy an exclusive and decisive point of difference over your competition.
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See what people are saying
For over 25 years, above all others, I’ve trusted Tom Sotis and his blade-trained protectors to secure the safety of my family and company staff.
My clients hire me specifically because they enjoy the peace of mind of knowing a blade-trained protector is watching over them and their families.
South Africa is an ever-challenging ultra-violent environment where being blade-trained by Tom Sotis has given me a marked advantage over other protectors.