Fortunately, active shooter instances are rare. While it is essential to have a security team that is trained and prepared to respond to a shooting situation, the most probable security issue that will arise will be a situation that involves less aggressive means. Most security teams are not trained in self-defense, restraint, and take-down techniques that might be required to address these types of security issues. 

Swords to Plowshares is a self-defense and incident intervention class designed specifically for teams that provide security to local churches and other places of worship. The class is based on the principles Aikido. The practices and techniques are designed to minimize violent impact and harm, to de-escalate conflict, decrease security team members reactive tendencies and emotional dysregulation, while enhancing focused responsiveness situational awareness. The class is non-denominational and open to any church security team as a supplement to any ongoing security training their place of worship provides.