This is a 4-hour hands-on participatory seminar focused on the basic use, carrying, presentation, striking, function, and maintenance of the ASP expandable baton.

Training Focus Areas Include:

Portation / Carrying
Presentation / Drawing
Striking techniques
Mechanical function
Maintenance

Students will learn simple, practical, and effective defensive tactics that may be used in appropriate force encounters. The course also incorporates drills that simulate the stress of real-world street encounters.

This course covers:

Defensive impact weapon concepts
Proper baton carrying and presentation
Basic striking techniques
Safe and effective baton use
Mechanical function and maintenance
Use-of-force considerations
Documentation after baton use

Course Includes:

Certification and wallet ID card valid for 3 years through ASP-USA.

ASP® Expandable Baton — Basic Certification