Training Courses

Street Survival 2026: Tactics for Criminal Encounters by Calibre Press

Date & Time:
  • December 10, 2026 – December 11, 2026
Location:
Lexington, SC

Street Survival 2026: Tactics for Criminal Encounters

Course Overview:

This comprehensive seminar represents the gold standard in law enforcement training, having served the profession for over 40 years. The course addresses the critical need for officer safety training in an era when attacks on law enforcement personnel continue to rise. In 2024 alone, more than 650 police officers were shot in the line of duty, with at least 120 of those incidents occurring as ambush-style attacks. Beyond physical threats, the program recognizes that officers face significant emotional and psychological stressors both on and off duty, and training in survival tactics, tactical awareness, and stress management has become essential.

Course Content:

The Street Survival® Seminar emphasizes practical, proactive tactics designed to keep officers safe throughout their careers. The curriculum incorporates analysis of over 50 video clips depicting real-world police and citizen interactions. Topics covered include:

  • Legal framework including the Graham Standard, Tennessee v. Garner, and Barnes v. Felix
  • Street-smart decision-making strategies during subject approach
  • Tactics for avoiding confrontations that are preventable
  • Physical confrontation readiness and training
  • How mental preparation influences instinctive responses in field situations
  • Squad car safety, including proper driving, parking, and patrol techniques with statistical analysis
  • Emotional survival and the psychological impact of law enforcement work
  • Human factors science including biochemical responses under stress
  • Subject assessment, including preattack indicators, deception recognition, and behavioral analysis
  • Communication skills and building rapport with subjects

Event Details:

Dates: December 10-11, 2026

Time: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Location: Lexington County Sheriff's Department Training Center, Room 116 B&C, 541 Gibson Rd, Lexington, South Carolina 29072

Host: Lexington County Sheriff's Department

Cost: $299.00 USD per attendee

Registration Deadline: December 10, 2026 at 7:00 am

The program has received strong endorsements from law enforcement professionals who credit the tactics and training with preventing injuries, reducing unnecessary use of force, and improving officer wellness and resilience in the field.