James has been studying martial arts for over 30 years. He has mastered both traditional and combat martial arts. The Olson Combat System is a blend of what works from various combat martial arts, as well as experience from military and law enforcement organizations. The System blend empty hand and weapon based response at the appropriate time.
James is currently the director of training for the Port Saint Lucie Police Department. He holds the following certifications.
Krav Maga Instructor E1
Black Belt Ta Kwon Do
Black Belt Hapkido
Taiho Jujitsu Instructor (Brown Belt)
Keysi Fighting Method Instructor (Brown Belt)
The Blauer Spear System
Master Instructor – Firearms
State Certified Firearms Instructor
CJSTC Certified Firearms Instructor
Tactical Shotgun Instructor
Scope Rifle Operator Instructor
Patrol Rifle Instructor
Combat Handgun Instructor
Impact Weapons Instructor
Electronic Control Devices (Taser) Instructor
Force on Force Instructor
CJSTC Certified Defensive Tactics Instructor
Certified Use of Force Instructor
One on One Control Tactics Instructor
Lead Firearms Instructor for the IRSC Police Academy
Certified Weapons Armorer for: (Glock, Colt, Remington, Heckler & Koch, Sig Sauer & Taser)
Certified Emergency Operations Driving Instructor
Rapid Response Instructor
U.S. Air Marshall Flying Armed Training Instructor
The Olson Combat System will prepare you for life’s challenges whether unknown or unknowable. The warrior disciple gleaned from this system will help you not only in a combat environment, but also your personal and professional life.