Tyson Kilbey

Use of Force from All Angles

Tyson Kilbey has more than 25 years of experience in law enforcement, consisting of three years as a hotel security supervisor and 22 years as a deputy sheriff for the Johnson County (Kansas) Sheriff’s Office. He has worked in the detention, patrol and training divisions, SWAT and accident investigation units. He is currently a captain of the Training Unit for the Sheriff’s Office.

Tyson authored “Personal Defense Mastery,” a follow-up to his first book “Fundamental Handgun Mastery.” Tyson is a Jiu-Jitsu black belt under UFC Pioneer Royce Gracie. He has numerous defensive tactics and firearms certifications and has received multiple awards in competitive shooting and grappling. He is the Match Director for the Brandon Collins Memorial Shootout, a shooting competition named in honor of a deputy who died in the line of duty. Proceeds from the match go to charitable causes.

Full list of Tyson Kilbey results

The value of a principle-based approach to defensive tactics training
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A technique gives you the solution to one problem; a principle gives you the skills to solve any problem
Using scenarios to train the duty to intervene
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A recurring question during training is "How can the intervening officer tell if excessive force is being used during a rapidly evolving situation?"
The benefits of Jiu-Jitsu beyond technique
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Aside from the obvious benefits of the art itself, we are only beginning to tap into the full potential of what Jiu-Jitsu offers law enforcement officers
What is the most tactically sound practice for running a driver's license during a traffic stop?
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Because traffic stops have multiple phases, there are several considerations around police traffic stop procedures
Creating a culture of safety in your grappling program
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When instructors create a safety culture and invite their students to participate actively in that culture, the chances of injury are reduced exponentially
Why the term 'use of force continuum' is misleading
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Continuum does not accurately describe police response options to resistance
Essential safety tactics for the four primary phases of a traffic stop
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Each stop brings inherent risks and practicing and mentally rehearsing strategies to enhance safety is one of an officer's most essential responsibilities
Take your law enforcement training to the next level
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Follow these tips to enhance the training experience you offer officers
5 reasons striking can be a liability in law enforcement
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Relying on striking as a default or even the primary empty-hand tool for officers is problematic
7 investments worth every penny for defensive tactics instructors
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From sandbags to massage balls, there's a lot of gear to improve both performance and safety for DT instructors
5 discussions to have about police use of force
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Concepts to review and questions to answer during roll call and police training
Deadly hesitancy: A three-pronged approach to resolving this officer safety issue
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Equally as important as avoiding excessive force, is the ability to avoid being overly hesitant to use control measures when they are necessary
After use of force: 5 essential steps to include in training
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Many defensive tactics training scenarios end once the subject has been restrained, which does not reflect what happens in real life
A primer on gun retention
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Follow these 5 steps to protect against being disarmed by a suspect
Effective verbal communication in use of force situations
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Defensive tactics skills and verbal communication skills should not be an either/or option
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