BBSI defensive tactics and security training
BBSI Training Division

Building Skills and Competencies in Every Security Officer

All BBSI Security Guards are licensed and trained consistent with New Jersey or New York State law. Our training programs are led by law enforcement veterans, attorneys, and martial arts masters.

State Compliance

SORA Compliant & State Registered

In New Jersey, where our agency is headquartered, all guards are SORA compliant and registered with the State Police. Company executives and various security personnel have specialized law enforcement, military, and martial arts training combined with MBA and Law Degrees that enable us to adapt to any corporate, business, legal, or investigative environment.

SORA Compliant
NJ State Police Registered
NJ & NY
Dual-State Licensed
Law Enforcement
Trained Personnel
MBA & JD
Executive Leadership
Specialized Training Areas

Elite Training for Every Scenario

De-escalation

Verbal and tactical de-escalation techniques to resolve conflicts without force — protecting officers, clients, and the public.

Executive Protection

Close protection protocols, advance work, motorcade procedures, and threat assessment for high-profile clients.

Investigations

Field investigation techniques, evidence collection, surveillance methods, and report writing for legal admissibility.

K-9 Patrol & Detection

Professional K-9 handler training and canine detection programs for patrol, narcotics, and explosive detection environments.

Martial Arts / Defensive Tactics

Hands-on defensive tactics training rooted in Ju-Jitsu, Kenpo, and Ken-Fu Nunchaku Jutsu — led by Shihan Eldridge Hawkins, Jr.

Active Shooter Response

Scenario-based training for neutralizing active shooter threats inside schools, offices, and public venues.

Disarmament Skills

Techniques for taking a weapon away from an actor without discharging a firearm — protecting lives in high-stakes situations.

Community Programs

Danger Stranger Child Safety Programs

BBSI can offer institutions and clients specialized safety training including our Danger Stranger Child Safety Programs — Does Your Child Know What To Do When It Really Matters? Our programs cover abduction and crime prevention strategies, and security and emergency response planning for schools and community organizations.

Danger Stranger Child Safety

Age-appropriate safety education teaching children what to do when confronted by strangers or dangerous situations.

Abduction & Crime Prevention

Strategies and awareness training for parents, educators, and children to reduce abduction risk.

Security & Emergency Response Planning

Customized emergency response plans for schools, houses of worship, and community organizations.

Training Facility

BBSI Defensive Tactics Training Center

Combat Ju-Jitsu and defensive tactics training is conducted at our official training center. For training and self-defense classes, ask for Shihan Eldridge Hawkins, Jr. or Professor Harry Baker of the Iron Dragon Karate Program.

UFC Gym, 498 Main St, Orange, NJ 07050

Lead Instructors

Shihan Eldridge Hawkins, Jr.
CEO & Head Instructor — Ken-Fu Nunchaku Jutsu, Chinese Kenpo, United States Ju-Jitsu
Professor Harry Baker
Director of K-9 Operations & Defensive Tactics — Iron Dragon Karate Program

Interested in Training or Employment?

Whether you are a potential client seeking safety training or a security professional looking to join our team, we want to hear from you.