Courses Provided by P.I.D.T.
The courses offered by the Pacific Institute of Defensive Tactics are certified as variable courses. Thus the number of hours for each course may vary depending upon the needs of the audience. PIDT offers standard courses throughout the year at it’s training center in Soquel, California. PIDT also provides training open to the law enforcement community and for specific agencies throughout the State. PIDT can tailor most courses to fit the specific needs of an individual agency. Most courses have been developed and certified to meet the requirements of the Perishable Skills Program.
Follow the links below for POST certified course descriptions and registration forms:
October 5 - 9, 2026 Baton Instructor Course Registration Form (complete & return to rodsanford@pidt.com)
*October 5 - 9, 2026 Baton Instructor Update Course Registration Form (complete & return to rodsanford@pidt.com)
*The Update course is for participants who have previously completed a 40-hour Baton Instructor Course
March 16 - 27, 2026 Arrest & Control Instructor Course
April 13 - 17, 2026 Baton Instructor Course
April 13 - 17, 2026 Baton Instructor UPDATE Course