Events

2025 Use of Force Expert Conference
“Global Perspectives”

April 29 – May 1, 2025 (3 days)

Welcome to the 3rd Annual International Use of Force Expert Conference located at the Anvil Theatre. We have secured an exciting new venue complete with a 350-seat state-of-the-art theatre with top-end catering, located near Sky Train and waterfront stores and shops!

This year’s conference will be focused on “Global Perspectives” and we look forward to hearing from legal, law enforcement, and academia who will provide an international perspective on developing trends in research, training and case law as it pertains to use of force. We look forward to meeting you personally, and we will be hosting a Hospitality Social Night and a physical skills training night as part of the 2025 Conference.

Prices:
In-Person Attendance: $899
Online Attendance: $399

All prices are in Canadian Dollars. The registration deadline for this conference is April 22, 2025.

International Police Judo Clinic

Friday, May 2, 2025
8:00AM – 4:00PM
5487 Lane St, Burnaby

2025 International Police Judo Clinic
VPD/LETA/JIBC Police Academy

DATE: Friday, May 2, 2025
TIME: 08:00-16:00
COST: $65
LOCATION: Police Judo Training Hall
5487 Lane Street, Burnaby, BC, Canada

This Police Judo Clinic includes classroom presentations and hands-on training in the techniques and tactics of Police Judo.
Topics covered include:
History and Evolution of Police Judo
Why Staying on Your Feet is Important
Breakfall Basics – Drills for Police Judo
Movement and Balance Drills
Coaching Tips for Teaching Adults Police Judo
Police Judo Partner Drills
The Best Judo Techniques for Law Enforcement Training
Groundwork Basics and Drills
Multiple Partner Drills
Instructors:
Ret. Sgt. Toby Hinton, JIBC Control Tactics Program Manager
Ret. Sgt. Mark Steinkampf, Police Judo Instructor
Sgt. Bryan Nykon, VPD Force Options Training Section
Sgt. (WSE) Sandra Garofalo, JIBC Control Tactics Lead
Ret. Cst. Dan Pain, JIBC Control Tactics Instructor
Cst. Brendon Frick, Police Judo Instructor
S/Cst. Chin-I Hsiang, Police Judo Instructor
Brian Shipper, VPD Police Judo

Participants will need a judo or jiu jitsu gi (we can provide one if registrants do not have one), workout attire, water and a towel. There will be a break for lunch from 1200-1300. No experience is necessary.

Biomechanics of Judo Clinic
VPD/LETA

Guest Instructor: Hiroshi Katanishi
Saturday, May 3, 2025
8:00AM – 4:00PM
Tactical Training Centre, 2010 Glen Drive, Vancouver

Fee: $65