Simple shared accommodations are offered at no additional charge throughout the training. Attendees requiring private rooms, may individually book accommodations outside the included package at their own expense.

All BTP Executive Protection Training Programs offered worldwide (Europe, USA and Asia) are inclusive of accommodations and all related training equipment. Dates and locations of the annually scheduled BTP courses are available on page 5.

The core focus of our commitment is to implement our extensive experience in public and private security, creating distinctive, clear, realistic and functional solutions for our clients. We are making every effort possible to provide the highest standard and quality of expertise to those who are serious about obtaining enhanced competence and seeking professional training services. Leo J. Strand CEO / Director of Training

Attendees are requested to complete the theory part, which is 20 days, from their home location. Thereafter all attendees will fulfill their remaining 10 intense days with instructor lead practical training on location with ISA Academy®.

Success is when we can achieve results in the things we are passionate about and feel as though we are making a difference.

ISA Academy® in addition offers “Contract Training Programs” (CTP), for government, UN, larger corporate and organizational customers. These customized training courses are uniquely designed for each customer and their specific work environment. “CTP courses” are arranged by appointment only, all year around.

Permanent academic records are maintained by the ISA Academy®. The contents of these records are confidential and will not be divulged except upon the written request of the attendee.

It's a burning, never-ending desire to help our clients maximize their outcomes and exceed their strategic goals. Though our goal is a bit aspirational, it is our values that drive us every day.

The BTP Executive Protection Training Program is intended to fully qualify operatives for armed and unarmed protection assignments in such countries where it is applicable.

Be humble in all dealings with our partners, clients and team members. True wisdom and understanding matures from experience.

Attendees achieving B/4 level or above, will be able to work at the highest levels of security in the field of close protection.

As long as all conditions for NMI are met (including probe connection and probe spread), a current can flow through muscles and the attacker can lose control of said muscles.

The ATP course is aimed towards those who have several years of operational experience in executive protection and intend to excel into, or currently work as team leader or detail commander.

The core focus of our commitment is to implement our extensive experience in public and private security, creating distinctive, clear, realistic and functional solutions for our clients. We are making every effort possible to provide the highest standard and quality of expertise to those who are serious about obtaining enhanced competence and seeking professional training services.

No. However, the batteries are user replaceable and provide enough energy for many uses. You can find a TASER X26P replacement battery here.

Applicants to the BTP Executive Protection Training Program should select course location on page 5 in this brochure and submit the completed enrollment form to ISA Academy®

As a Registered UN Supplier, to further develop our corporate strengths we have established a corporate mandate to maintain strong core values that truly reflect our philosophy. ISA Academy® is a strong advocate of the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), and the UN Supplier Code of Conduct.

ISA Academy’s Executive Protection Training Program is designed to ensure that the basic knowledge and skills are developed, that will enable each operative to effectively discharge their complex responsibilities, corresponding to the highest operational protocols. The “BTP Course” provides an intensive instruction for attendees at the ISA Academy®. We are looking for individuals with the right attitude.

ISA Academy’s BTP Bodyguard Training Course is designed to ensure that each student develops the knowledge and skills needed to effectively fulfill their complex responsibilities independently and in accordance with the highest operational standards.

Available BTP training dates for your region are listed on page 5 of this brochure. The dates listed, refer to the starting date of the practical section of the training. The payment plan for attendance on the BTP Executive Protection Training Program is outlined at page 4, under “TUITION”, in this brochure.

The BTP course is designed to ensure that the knowledge and skillsets are developed which will enable the bodyguard to effectively discharge their responsibilities independently in the field.

Our training facilities are administrated by the ISA Academy®. The “BTP Course” was originally designed for International Security Agency trainees only, but to the great demand we decided to open the academy to the public in 1995.

ISA Academy® has been the leading provider of professional bodyguard training services to law enforcement, the armed forces, the UN, and the international security industry since 1986. For more than 35 years, ISA Academy® has been building relationships and projects that last. Today, ISA Academy® is recognized as one of the leading bodyguard schools on the market, with credentials that are recognized and trusted by clients worldwide.

Most of the tuition is spent back on the attendee in form of accommodations, equipment, ammunition, and other operational expenses during the training.

Each cartridge can only be fired once but can deliver multiple electrical cycles. That means that while the darts can only be projected at a target once, as long as the darts remain in the target after the initial 5-second electrical cycle, subsequent electrical cycles can be engaged.

The BTP Executive Protection Training Course is divided into two distinctive sections. The first part of the training includes the theory. The second part of the BTP Course includes the hands-on practical training.

As probe connection and probe spread are the primary conditions for NMI, a probe deployment's ability to induce NMI does not depend on the target's mental state.

The core component of this course will educate the shooter to effectively process the stress encountered in a lethal situation by increased target acquisition skills, speed, and accuracy.

For more than 35 years, ISA Academy® has been building relationships and projects that last. Today, ISA Academy® is recognized as one of the leading bodyguard training schools in the world.

No matter what your reasons may be for attending one of our courses, or what previous experience you may have, you will receive one of the most authentic and up to date Executive Protection Training Programs available on the market today.

The “BTP Course” is acknowledged as one of the most esteemed bodyguard training programs available on the market. It is regularly attended by law enforcement officers, military personnel, and UN security members through their respective units.

These distinguished government authorities, UN organizations and commercial companies have contracted ISA Academy® as provider of professional training services and know-how to their operational divisions:

ISA Academy® is a strong advocate of the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), and the UN Supplier Code of Conduct.

Your training will be spent practicing and studying a wide variety of tactical, protective and security related topics. The ISA Academy® curriculum also includes intensive training in defensive tactics, practical exercises and the use of firearms. Several tests will be administrated in all areas to monitor the progress of each attendee.

ISA Academy® has amassed an impressive track record of commercial, organizational and government clients from all five continents; achieving an impeccable reputation worldwide as the leading independent provider of objective security solutions, support and bespoke training modules.

The darts can penetrate clothing and the electricity can also jump up to two inches of combined distances between the probes and the skin.

We provide the highest quality of personnel with unparalleled expertise in their fields, with a commercial awareness while offering clients accessibility and support.

Both male and female applicants are welcome to join the BTP Executive Protection Training Course at the ISA Academy®. Applicants must however be of legal age, in good health and have a sufficient ability to speak, read and communicate in English.

For more than 35 years, ISA Academy® has been building relationships and projects that last. Today, ISA Academy® is recognized as one of the leading bodyguard training schools in the world.   It's a burning, never-ending desire to help our clients maximize their outcomes and exceed their strategic goals. Though our goal is a bit aspirational, it is our values that drive us every day.

The ISA Academy’s “BTP Course” is recognized as one of the finest and most respected training courses in the world today, and is often attended by law enforcement, military and UN security personnel from all over the world.

Attendees are evaluated from their practical and theoretical skills during the Training Program. Attendees will also have to pass a written examination at the final day of the course.

Upon completion and thorough evaluation of academy training, successful attendees will graduate and receive the credentials of an ISA Protection Agent, signed and verified by the International Security Agency.

In this section, we let clients select a design-built training solution. These on-demand training modules are available to UN, government, law enforcement agencies, and commercial clients globally.

As a Registered UN Supplier, to further develop our corporate strengths we have established a corporate mandate to maintain strong core values that truly reflect our philosophy.

Other than the length of the cartridge that is available to consumers, the civilian X26P is 100% identical to the Law Enforcement grade X26P.

Prior experience in the field of protection or security is recommended yet not required. Applicants should, however, be aware of the BTP Executive Protection Training Course is demanding both mentally and physically.

As you can see from our course description, we offer one of the most comprehensive Executive Protection Training Courses open to the public today. Our small class size ensures individual attention from instructors so that you can achieve outstanding training results in a reasonable time frame spent on site.

The tuition of the BTP Executive Protection Training Course is accessible at each training location on page 5. An enrollment fee will be required upon submission to cover the cost of the training manual and theory section. The remaining amount is due for payment by the attendee at attendance.

Our Director of Training, having more than 35 years of personal hands-on experience in executive security, is SAF trained and served as commissioned officer at several elite regiments. After a career in the army, with honorable discharge, (including five tours of duty at the Royal Castle as chief of the quick response unit), he has been assigned as Senior Executive in Charge at International Security Agency. During this time he has managed multiple protective operations in more than 30 countries around the world.

We are making every effort possible to provide the highest standard and quality of expertise to those who are serious about obtaining enhanced competence and seeking professional training.

No matter your reasons for attending one of our courses or the extent of your prior experience, at ISA Academy®, you will participate in one of the most authentic and up-to-date bodyguard training programs available on the market today, earning your credentials, recognized and trusted by clients worldwide.