Matador Knife System 2-hour workshop – February 25, 2023
An Exclusive Introduction to the Matador Knife System.
A fully integratabtle knife system that flows in and out of western boxing and close quarter combatives. Open to anyone interested but ideal for those with some previous knife training wanting to train in a unique western oriented approach to the knife not founded on traditional Asian or Filipino Martial Arts.
Online Students: This workshop is recommended for two training partners. Some of the drills and material shown will work best with a partner so we suggest you invite a friend and share the Registration cost.
Date: Saturday, February 25, 2023
Time: 11am to 1pm EST
Where: Online via zoom OR In-Person in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Register via Eventbrite:
https://MatadorKnifeSystem.eventbrite.com
Registering in advance is required for all participants.
Limited availability to those wishing to attend in-person.
Location address: 2890 West State Road 84 STE 113, Dania Beach, FL 33312
Topics & Tactics Covered:
Knife retention, deployment, counters and re-counters.
Grips, both true and false.
Motion, hands apart and hands as one.
Stances, both coiled and extended.
Footwork as levels and angles.
The Lock as shield and sheath.
Close, middle and extended switches.
Strategies & Concepts Covered:
Draws, Feints and False Leads.
Rhythm and tempo; breaking them on time.
Directing anticipation and selling certainty.
Intention and Redirection.
Cadence, pace and passes.
Changing and reversing directions.
Alternating and inverting directions.
The Wheel: axis, interior and exterior.
The Lock & Wheel
Vertical Core – Defensive Tactics for Law Enforcement Course in Fort Lauderdale, Florida – June 2023
ISR MATRIX Vertical Core – 5 Day / 40 Course for Law Enforcement – JUNE 5-9, 2023 in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Instructors: Luis Gutierrez & Keith Wadsworth
Law Enforcement Defensive Tactics and Subject Control while on your feet. Morally and legally defensible, time tried and tested; the original and most vetted training and performance approach to LEO DT training in the industry and profession since 1999.
Vertical Core is the Instructor course we recommend to start with for those brand new to our system.
CONTENT:
Training protocols and safety
Interview platforms to maintain officer safety and be able to safely engage when needed
Positional dominance tactics and strategy
Control and arrest tactics
Takedown Elements & Strategy
Apprehension Team tactics
Our foundational firearm retention tactics
Review, Teach Backs, Q&A for Information Retention and more
Dates: Monday through Friday, June 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9, 2023
Register here via PayPal:
Training Schedule
Monday-Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm
Training Location
ISR Matrix Headquarters
2890 West State Road 84 Ste 113
Dania Beach, FL 33312
Preparation
The course will involve light to moderate contact and consistent physical activity. That said, we will work within your capabilities and limitations to best achieve your training and learning goals.
Meal breaks
There will be several short meal breaks per day. Water breaks and rest breaks throughout the training sessions will be dependent on individual and group fitness levels and physical exertion.
Video and Photography
Video and photography is not permitted due to the personal security requirements of some participants. There may be exceptions made for short periods of time during certain components of the program with the consent of all course participants and instructors.
Recommended Equipment / Gear list
* Duty Belt & Red Gun
*Comfortable training clothing. BDUs, t-shirts, cargo shorts, are all common.
*Disposable long sleeve t-shirt or BDU Jacket or martial arts jacket (gi) for grip and attachment work.
*Mouth guard & 14-16 OZ Boxing Gloves (no lightweight MMA gloves).
*Ample water bottles, training towels, several spare t-shirts (due to sweat). Fluids not allowed directly on mat.
*Wresting shoes or soft sole shoes that will not damage mats. Please only wear them in training area. Bring an extra pair of shoes to use before and after training.
*Small personal first aid kit containing tissues, band aids and antiseptic lotion to treat minor scratches.
*Sufficient snacks and hydrating fluids to last each day
**NO firearms, ammunition, knives, batons, OC or TASER unless by prior approval of course instructor.
Pre-Reading
While not essential, it is highly suggested that Participants read some of the articles, reviews and interviews related to ISR Matrix in order to become familiar with the terminology and training methods. The numerous videos and training footage available on our website and on line via YouTube will also bring some insight into the training experience all participants working with the ISR Matrix go through.
Evaluations & Promotions
Certification for competent training hours will be issued for those who successfully complete their training. Please note that a specific set minimum of competent training hours is required to be eligible for testing as an ISR Matrix Subject Control Instructor. Those with the required experience level and time training will be awarded their Subject Control Instructorship Certification.
Medical Declaration & Training Waiver
Participants will be required to complete a medical declaration/injury form and liability waiver prior to commencement of training.
Mailing Address:
ISR MATRIX P.O. BOX 841023 Pembroke Pines, FL 33084
http://isrmatrix.com/
Grappling Essentials for Law Enforcement – BJJ for Police – Open Mat
Open to Law Enforcement ONLY.
Date: Saturday, December 3, 2022
Time: 9:30am to 11:00am / check-in starts at 9:00am
Cost: $25 in Advance / $30 cash at the door
Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, Judo, and Wrestling within the context of Defensive Tactics and subject apprehension, control, and arrest by the ISR Matrix.
This event includes an open mat for all who wish to roll and have some fun after the technical instruction and driling.
Student Requirements: Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Gi/ Kimono OR comfortable gym wear suitable for grappling.
Location: ISR Matrix HQ in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Instructor: Luis Gutierrez -CEO/ Founder / BJJ 4th degree black belt
Police K-9 Handler Instructor Training – Subject Control & Defensive Tactics in Pembroke Pines, Florida
This ISR Matrix Police K9 Handler Instructor Course is designed to provide alternative, optional and selective means of subject control and arrest tactics for a Police K-9 Handler. The aim is to be able to functionally engage with the subject and assist their K-9 in direct apprehension of the subject if becomes necessary.
Participants will learn, train and demonstrate safe, morally and legally defensible defensive tactics to further stabilize, control and apprehend an actively resisting subject engaged with their K-9.
All tactics shown and trained will offer participants the options to engage or disengage as needed and ability to readily escalate or de-escalate along the use of force spectrum as necessary.
DATES: December 12 & 13, 2022
TIME: 9:00am-5:00pm
LOCATION: Pembroke Pines Police Department Training Facility – 1201 SW 208 Ave, Pembroke Pines, FL 33329
Self-Defense for Women (ISR-CAT) 3 Hour Workshop – November 2022 in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Counter Assault Tactics for Women (ISR-CAT) 3 Hour Workshop
“Originally developed and designed for female law enforcement officers and federal agents working stateside and overseas, the ISR-CAT is now a full spectrum self-defense system for women seeking the education and training necessary to protect themselves and those they care for.”
Participants will learn self-defense strategies and tactics to build awareness, deterrents, and actual tactics to avoid threats whenever possible and overcome and escape them when necessary.
Both hand to hand and tool and weapon based defense will be discussed as well as a discussion as to the legal, ethical and psychological realities of armed defense.
Date: Saturday, November 5, 2022
Time: 1pm to 4pm
Cost: $100
Open to women ages 16 and up.
Training will be light to moderate and involve both strategic information and physical tactics will be shown. All Participants will receive a complementary t-shirt.
Participants should wear comfortable clothing. Gym / workout apparel is ideal.
Horizontal Core: Ground Course for Law Enforcement – March 2023 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
ISR MATRIX Horizontal Core – 5 Day / 40 Hour Ground Course for Law Enforcement
March 13-17, 2023 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Instructors: Luis Gutierrez
Law Enforcement Defensive Tactics and Subject Control when grounded. A natural evolution to the ISR Matrix Vertical Core, the Horizontal core takes the system onto all the many variables and challenges of being entangled and grounded with a subject while maintaining standard operating procedures and working within the use of force matrix.
CONTENT:
Training Protocols & Safety
Positional Dominance Tactics & Strategy
Control Tactics & Strategy
Escape Tactics & Strategy
Recovery Tactics & Strategy
Retention Tactics & Strategy
Review, Teach Backs and Q&A for Information Retention
Dates: Monday through Friday, March 13, 14, 15, 16 & 17, 2023
Training Schedule
Monday-Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm
Training Location
ISR Matrix Headquarters
2890 West State Road 84 Ste 113
Dania Beach, FL 33312
Preparation
The course will involve light to moderate contact and consistent physical activity. That said, we will work within your capabilities and limitations to best achieve your training and learning goals.
Meal breaks
There will be several short meal breaks per day. Water breaks and rest breaks throughout the training sessions will be dependent on individual and group fitness levels and physical exertion.
Video and Photography
Video and photography is not permitted due to the personal security requirements of some participants. There may be exceptions made for short periods of time during certain components of the program with the consent of all course participants and instructors.
Recommended Equipment / Gear list
* Duty Belt & Red Gun
*Comfortable training clothing. BDUs, t-shirts, cargo shorts, are all common.
*Disposable long sleeve t-shirt or BDU Jacket or martial arts jacket (gi) for grip and attachment work.
*Mouth guard & 14-16 OZ Boxing Gloves (no lightweight MMA gloves).
*Ample water bottles, training towels, several spare t-shirts (due to sweat). Fluids not allowed directly on mat.
*Wresting shoes or soft sole shoes that will not damage mats. Please only wear them in training area. Bring an extra pair of shoes to use before and after training.
*Small personal first aid kit containing tissues, band aids and antiseptic lotion to treat minor scratches.
*Sufficient snacks and hydrating fluids to last each day
**NO firearms, ammunition, knives, batons, OC or TASER unless by prior approval of course instructor.
Pre-Reading
While not essential, it is highly suggested that Participants read some of the articles, reviews and interviews related to ISR Matrix in order to become familiar with the terminology and training methods. The numerous videos and training footage available on our website and on line via YouTube will also bring some insight into the training experience all participants working with the ISR Matrix go through.
Evaluations & Promotions
Certification for competent training hours will be issued for those who successfully complete their training. Please note that a specific set minimum of competent training hours is required to be eligible for testing as an ISR Matrix Subject Control Instructor. Those with the required experience level and time training will be awarded their Subject Control Instructorship Certification.
Medical Declaration & Training Waiver
Participants will be required to complete a medical declaration/injury form and liability waiver prior to commencement of training.
Close Quarter Defense Series for Civilians in Ft. Lauderdale, FL – October 2022
Introduction to the ISR Matrix CLUTCH: Close Quarter Defense Series for Civilians
Instructor: Luis Gutierrez -ISR Matrix Founder/CEO
3-Week Series: Three consecutive Saturdays in October
DATES: October 1, 8 & 15, 2022
TIME: 1pm-3pm
NOTE: Space is limited, registering in advance is required. No Refunds.
Saturday, October 1, 2022
Workshop #1 – Escaping, disengaging and attaining range.
Participants will learn key aspects of the ISR Matrix to assure they can escape grips, holds, attempted chokes, and positional controls and either get away or get to tools or weapons at range.
Saturday, October 8, 2022
Workshop #2 – Entering, engaging and securing space.
Participants will learn key aspects of the ISR Matrix to assure they can best encounter and defend against assault by neutralizing, maneuvering and controlling the attack to efficiently and effectively counter it in a legally and morally defensible way.
Saturday, October 15, 2022
Workshop #3 – Closing, resolving, and endings.
Participants will learn key aspects of the ISR Matrix to assure they have access to both less than lethal and lethal means to completely remove the threat temporarily or entirely if necessary and justified.
Open to men and women 18 and up.
Participants should wear regular “street” clothing with belt that allows for holster and knife carry options on belt for pockets. Tactical pants are obviously suitable.
Participants should bring an extra long sleeve t-shirt(s) that they don’t mind throwing away after training and or gi/ kimono jacket.
Plastic or rubber guns only (red/ blue guns). No real fire arms. Training knives are encouraged but participants can bring in their every day carry blades for the deployment only portion of the training.
Contact us via email with questions.
Self-Defense for Women (ISR-CAT) September 24th in Ft. Lauderdale – 3 Hour Workshop
ISR Matrix Counter Assault Tactics for Women (ISR-CAT) 3 Hour Self-Defense Workshop
“Originally developed and designed for female law enforcement officers and federal agents working stateside and overseas, the ISR-CAT is now a full spectrum self-defense system for women seeking the education and training necessary to protect themselves and those they care for.”
Participants will learn strategies and tactics to build awareness, deterrents, and actual tactics to avoid threats whenever possible and overcome and escape them when necessary.
Both hand to hand and tool and weapon based defense will be discussed as well as a discussion as to the legal, ethical and psychological realities of armed defense.
Date: Saturday, September 24, 2022
Time: 1pm to 4pm Check-in begins at 12:30pm
Available to women ages 16 and up.
Training will be light to moderate and involve both strategic information and physical tactics will be shown.
Participants should wear comfortable clothing. Gym / workout apparel is ideal.
MAILING ADDRESS: ISR MATRIX P.O. BOX 841023 Pembroke Pines, FL 33084
http://isrmatrix.com/
Vertical Core Law Enforcement Course in Fort Lauderdale, Florida – October 2022
ISR MATRIX Vertical Core – 5 Day / 40 Course for Law Enforcement – October 17 – 21, 2022 in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Instructors: Luis Gutierrez, Joe Annerino & Keith Wadsworth
Law Enforcement Defensive Tactics and Subject Control while on your feet. Morally and legally defensible, time tried and tested; the original and most vetted training and performance approach to LEO DT training in the industry and profession since 1999.
CONTENT:
Training protocols and safety
Interview platforms to maintain officer safety and be able to safely engage when needed
Positional dominance tactics and strategy
Control and arrest tactics
Takedown Elements & Strategy
Apprehension Team tactics
Our foundational firearm retention tactics
Review, Teach Backs, Q&A for Information Retention and more
Dates: Monday through Friday, October 17, 18, 19, 20 & 21, 2022
Training Schedule
Monday-Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm
Training Location
ISR Matrix Headquarters
2890 West State Road 84 Ste 113
Dania Beach, FL 33312
Preparation
The course will involve light to moderate contact and consistent physical activity. That said, we will work within your capabilities and limitations to best achieve your training and learning goals.
Meal breaks
There will be several short meal breaks per day. Water breaks and rest breaks throughout the training sessions will be dependent on individual and group fitness levels and physical exertion.
Video and Photography
Video and photography is not permitted due to the personal security requirements of some participants. There may be exceptions made for short periods of time during certain components of the program with the consent of all course participants and instructors.
Recommended Equipment / Gear list
* Duty Belt & Red Gun
*Comfortable training clothing. BDUs, t-shirts, cargo shorts, are all common.
*Disposable long sleeve t-shirt or BDU Jacket or martial arts jacket (gi) for grip and attachment work.
*Mouth guard & 14-16 OZ Boxing Gloves (no lightweight MMA gloves).
*Ample water bottles, training towels, several spare t-shirts (due to sweat). Fluids not allowed directly on mat.
*Wresting shoes or soft sole shoes that will not damage mats. Please only wear them in training area. Bring an extra pair of shoes to use before and after training.
*Small personal first aid kit containing tissues, band aids and antiseptic lotion to treat minor scratches.
*Sufficient snacks and hydrating fluids to last each day
**NO firearms, ammunition, knives, batons, OC or TASER unless by prior approval of course instructor.
Pre-Reading
While not essential, it is highly suggested that Participants read some of the articles, reviews and interviews related to ISR Matrix in order to become familiar with the terminology and training methods. The numerous videos and training footage available on our website and on line via YouTube will also bring some insight into the training experience all participants working with the ISR Matrix go through.
Evaluations & Promotions
Certification for competent training hours will be issued for those who successfully complete their training. Please note that a specific set minimum of competent training hours is required to be eligible for testing as an ISR Matrix Subject Control Instructor. Those with the required experience level and time training will be awarded their Subject Control Instructorship Certification.
Medical Declaration & Training Waiver
Participants will be required to complete a medical declaration/injury form and liability waiver prior to commencement of training.
Mailing Address:
ISR MATRIX P.O. BOX 841023 Pembroke Pines, FL 33084
http://isrmatrix.com/
Ground Engagement & Defensive Tactics 3-Day Course for Law Enforcement in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
ISR Matrix – Ground Engagement & Defensive Tactics
An Introduction to the Horizontal Core: 3-day / 24-hour Course
DATES: July 25, 26 & 27, 2022
Designed to introduce Law Enforcement to subject control concepts and strategies while engaged, entangled and grounded. Officers will be taught legally and morally defensible defensive tactics that can escalate or de-escalate as required while awarding them the most efficient and readily available tactics to do so.
Open to Departments interested in pursuing a Law Enforcement centered and specifically designed approach to grounded encounters, control and arrest that integrates a specific curriculum, training methodology and proven track record are certain to benefit.
Instructor: Luis Gutierrez
Schedule:
Monday, July 25th – 8am to 4:30pm
Tuesday, July 26th – 8am to 4:30pm
Wednesday, July 27th – 8am to 4:30pm
Participants will train and learn:
Training Protocols & Safety Measures
Positional Dominance Tactics & Strategy
Control Tactics & Strategy
Escape Tactics & Strategy
Recovery Tactics & Strategy
Retention Tactics & Strategy
Review, Q&A for Information Retention
Training Location
ISR Matrix Headquarters
2890 West State Road 84, Suite 113
Dania Beach, FL 33312
Preparation
The course will involve light to moderate contact and consistent physical activity. That said, we will work within your capabilities and limitations to best achieve your training and learning goals.
Meal breaks
There will be several short meal breaks per day. Water breaks and rest breaks throughout the training sessions will be dependent on individual and group fitness levels and physical exertion.
Video and Photography
Video and photography is not permitted due to the personal security requirements of some participants. There may be exceptions made for short periods of time during certain components of the program with the consent of all course participants and instructors.
Recommended Equipment / Gear list
* Duty Belt & Red Gun
*Comfortable training clothing. BDUs, t-shirts, cargo shorts, are all common.
*Disposable long sleeve t-shirt or BDU Jacket or martial arts jacket (gi) for grip and attachment work.
*Mouth guard & 14-16 OZ Boxing Gloves (no lightweight MMA gloves).
*Ample water bottles, training towels, several spare t-shirts (due to sweat). Fluids not allowed directly on mat.
*Wresting shoes or soft sole shoes that will not damage mats. Please only wear them in training area. Bring an extra pair of shoes to use before and after training.
*Small personal first aid kit containing tissues, band aids and antiseptic lotion to treat minor scratches.
*Sufficient snacks and hydrating fluids to last each day
**NO firearms, ammunition, knives, batons, OC or TASER unless by prior approval of course instructor.
Pre-Reading
While not essential, it is highly suggested that Participants read some of the articles, reviews and interviews related to ISR Matrix in order to become familiar with the terminology and training methods. The numerous videos and training footage available on our website and on line via YouTube will also bring some insight into the training experience all participants working with the ISR Matrix go through.
Medical Declaration & Training Waiver
Participants will be required to complete a medical declaration/injury form and liability waiver prior to commencement of training.
MAILING ADDRESS: ISR MATRIX P.O. BOX 841023 Pembroke Pines, FL 33084
http://isrmatrix.com/