Panel Discussion

Revolutionizing Police Training: The Impact of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Friday, July 24th, 2026
1:30-3:00 PM PT 

Learn how forward-thinking agencies are leveraging BJJ to reduce liability, enhance officer safety and resilience, and support de-escalation.

What if the most effective use-of-force tool available to your agency isn't part of your current tactical training at all?

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is changing how forward-thinking law enforcement agencies approach subject control, officer safety, and use-of-force liability. The data is compelling. The operational case is real. And the agencies implementing it are seeing results that go well beyond the mat.

​​​​​​​Join Dr. Erik Fritsvold and a panel of law enforcement leaders who are all BJJ practitioners for a candid look at what BJJ actually delivers, and what it takes to bring it to your agency.

What You Will Learn:

  • The liability case: 

    How BJJ reduces TASER deployment, injuries during arrests, exposure to escalation claims, and how it can improve community perception.

  • The tactical edge: 

    How BJJ's leverage-based approach mitigates size and strength disparities.

  • The executive roadmap:

    How agency leaders can budget for training, overcome implementation obstacles, and manage risk.

  • The wellness dividend:

    The impact of BJJ on mental acuity and stress resilience on and off the job.

Webinar Presenters

  • University of San Diego

    Presenter

  • Dr. Erik Fritsvold

    Presenter

  • Casey Murphy at USD

    Presenter

  • Chief (Ret.) Dennis Nayor

    Presenter

  • Lieutenant David Duran

    Presenter

  • Sergeant Kyle Hefley

    Presenter

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