EP101: Executive Protection Training Series
2025-09-23 13:00 - 2025-09-25 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Guardian Protection Force Corporate Headquarters, 11160 Sun Center Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA, 95670, United States
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Event Description

The Executive Protection 101 Series is a foundational six-part academy designed by Guardian Protection Force Inc. to introduce new and seasoned agents to the essential principles and practices of Executive Protection. This comprehensive series combines classroom instruction with physical training, covering key topics such as EP etiquette and formations, physical readiness, emergency medical response, handgun retention and disarming, intelligence gathering, and expedient weapons (tactical flashlight and pen). Developed and taught by experienced security professionals and subject-matter experts, the series emphasizes real-world application and practical skills.
Graduates of the full series will receive the Guardian Executive Protection Professional Certification, a Letter of Recommendation, a Basic First Aid Certificate (American Heart Association), and the GPF Executive Protection Pin. Ideal for both newcomers and professionals seeking a solid refresher, the EP 101 Series offers essential knowledge not found in other programs—and delivers it with an operational mindset.

Schedule

Day 1: ( Tuesday – 9/23 )
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Executive Protection “Classroom” Etiquette and Formations 101 – COO Thomas

3:00 PM – 3:15 PM
Break

3:15 PM – 4:45 PM
Introduction to Advance Work – COO Thomas

Day 2: ( Wednesday – 9/24 )
9:00 AM – 12:00PM
Handgun Retention and Disarming – Cpl .Seago

12:00 PM – 12:30 PM
Lunch – *No need to pack a lunch; it’s on us!

12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Expedient Weapons: Tactical Flashlight & Pen – Cpl. Seago

Day 3: ( Thursday – 9/25 )
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Intelligence 101 – COO Thomas

10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Executive Protection Pinning – COO Thomas

11:00 AM
Professional Headshots – Tra – Two Twenty Photos

About the Instructor

Garrett Thomas, CCP
Founder and COO, Guardian Protection Force

Garrett Thomas, CPP is a private security professional. In 2010 Garrett founded Guardian Protection Force with the strategic goal of specializing in executive protection, utilizing his skills learned in the field from prior employments. He currently serves as President and Founder of Guardian Protection Force Inc., an armed security and executive protection company, specializing in “Comprehensive Security Through Intelligence.”
Garrett is especially proud of his certification as a Certified Protection Professional (CPP). This certification is considered the “Gold Standard” of the Private Security Industry, globally recognized as the standard of excellence for security management professionals and issued by ASIS International.
Garrett holds bachelors in intelligence with a minor in criminal intelligence from the American Military University, an accredited and international recognized institution for Global security studies.

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Bujinkan Yojimbo Dojo LAK Seminar
2025-10-11 10:00 - 15:00 | Guardian Protection Force Corporate Headquarters, 11160 Sun Center Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA, 95670, United States
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Practical Pocket-Knife Self-Defense For Real Life
Safety-first, legally grounded Bujinkan training at Yojimbo Dojo.

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Who It's For:

Civilians, security professionals, and anyone who wants responsible, effective self-defense skills rooted in time-tested Bujinkan principles.

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What You'll Learn:

Safety and carry considerations

Legal and responsible use basics

Kakushibuki concepts for modern folding knives

Structure, distance, timing, and simple mechanical advantage

Drills you can continue to practice safely

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Instructor:

Bujinkan Dai Shihan Dale Seago

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10:00 AM: Start - Noon Training

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Noon-1:00 PM: Lunch Break

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1:00 - 3:00 PM: Training Block Two

Materials Checklist

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A trainer folding knife if you own one. If not, a 6-inch wooden dowel works. We will have extras.

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Trunk Or Treat
2025-10-29 16:00 - 18:00 | Guardian Protection Force Corporate Headquarters, 11160 Sun Center Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA, 95670, United States
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Event Description

Join Guardian Protection Force for our 2nd Annual Trunk Or Treat – a safe, family friendly celebration hosted by our security professionals. Enjoy decorated trunks, sweet treats, and a welcoming community vibe. Costumes encouraged.
Event Details:

When – Wed, Oct 29, 4 PM – 6 PM
Where – Guardian Protection Force HQ, Rancho Cordova
Who – Local Rancho Cordova, Sacramento families, GPF staff, and clients
Cost – Free community event
Dress – Costumes encouraged
Parking – On-site parking with event signage

What to Expect:
🎃 Decorated trunks with candy and treats
👮 Friendly GPF officers on site
📸 Family friendly photo moments
🧡 Safe, well lit environment
🗺️ Clear wayfinding and easy arrivals

Schedule

3:30 PM – Parking opens
4:00 PM – Trunks open for treats
5:15 PM – Costume shout-outs and photo ops
6:00 PM – Event wrap

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Q4 Guardian Briefing | Safe Haven
2025-11-06 10:00 - 11:00 | ZOOM Webinar
Q4 Guardian Briefing | Safe Haven
Mastering the Basics of Home Security

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Guardian Protection Force invites you to Q4 Guardian Briefing | Safe Haven – Mastering the Basics of Home Security, a free Zoom webinar on Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 10:00 AM PT.
Hosted by Ashlee Cervantes Thomas – CEO, Guardian Protection Force. In 60 minutes, our experts walk you through the fundamentals that make the biggest difference, from securing doors and windows to lighting and simple daily routines.
You will learn how to recognize common risks, apply practical upgrades, and build a straightforward family emergency plan.
We will close with a live Q&A and share free checklists and resources so you can take action right away.

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Why Attend

Clear, real-world tips that work
Guidance from experienced security professionals
Live Q&A with CEO Ashlee Cervantes Thomas
Family-friendly planning that is easy to implement
Free checklists and resource links

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What To Expect

Current risks that matter most
Practical steps for doors, windows, and lighting
Smart daily routines for safer living
Simple emergency planning for families
Resources and how to request a home assessment

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Welcome & Introduction

Get to know Guardian Protection Force and the goal of our briefing series.

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Current Home Security Risks

Learn about common threats and why proactive protection matters.

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Practical Home Security Tips

Real-world strategies to secure doors, windows, lighting, and more.

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Emergency Planning for Families

Build smart routines and plans to keep loved ones safe.

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Live Q&A with Our Security Experts

Your chance to ask questions and get expert insights.

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Resources & Tools

Get free checklists and learn how to request a home assessment.

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About the Instructor

Garrett Thomas, CCP
Founder and COO, Guardian Protection Force

Garrett Thomas, CPP is a private security professional. In 2010 Garrett founded Guardian Protection Force with the strategic goal of specializing in executive protection, utilizing his skills learned in the field from prior employments. He currently serves as President and Founder of Guardian Protection Force Inc., an armed security and executive protection company, specializing in “Comprehensive Security Through Intelligence.”
Garrett is especially proud of his certification as a Certified Protection Professional (CPP). This certification is considered the “Gold Standard” of the Private Security Industry, globally recognized as the standard of excellence for security management professionals and issued by ASIS International.
Garrett holds bachelors in intelligence with a minor in criminal intelligence from the American Military University, an accredited and international recognized institution for Global security studies.

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2nd Annual GPF Toy Drive - Community Toy Drive
2025-11-24 08:00 - 2025-12-12 17:00 | Guardian Protection Force Corporate Headquarters, 11160 Sun Center Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA, 95670, United States
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2nd Annual GPF Toy Drive – Community Toy Drive
Guardian Protection Force is proud to host the 2nd Annual GPF Toy Drive – Community Toy Drive, benefiting Toys for Tots and supporting children across Rancho Cordova and the greater Sacramento region. From Nov 24 through Dec 12, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, bring new, unwrapped toys to Guardian HQ.
We serve our community daily through executive protection, protective intelligence, and security consulting. This season, we invite you to stand with us by sharing joy with families who need it most. One gift can make a meaningful difference.
Whether you donate one toy or many, your generosity helps local kids feel seen, supported, and celebrated for the holidays.

Why participate
🎁 Direct local impact for kids in need
🧸 Simple drop-off at GPF HQ during business hours
🫶 Family-friendly, community-driven, free to all
🤝 Partner with a mission-driven local security team

Schedule

✅ Accepting new, unwrapped toys for ages infant – teen
📍 Drop-off at Guardian HQ in Rancho Cordova
🗓️ Collection window: Nov 24 – Dec 12 (except Nov 27 & 28)
💬 Friendly staff ready to help with questions

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2026 Q1 Guardian Briefing
2026-02-05 10:00 - 11:00 | ZOOM Webinar
2026 Q1 Guardian Briefing – webinar
The State of the Physical Security Industry

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Join leaders from Guardian Protection Force for an exclusive, no cost webinar offering a deep dive into the current landscape of the physical security industry, with a particular focus on armed security and executive protection. As the threat environment evolves and technology reshapes how we protect, it is more important than ever for security professionals, business leaders, and high net worth individuals to stay ahead.
Whether you are already in the security space, part of corporate leadership, or simply deeply invested in personal protection, this briefing is designed to provide you with both macro level trends and tactical take aways you can put into practice right away.

In this 60 minute session, you will:

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Gain insight into today’s most pressing security challenges, from workplace violence to executive level threats.

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Explore how cutting edge tools, including AI powered surveillance, cloud based systems, and hybrid human technological models are redefining guard services.

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Understand the rising regulatory and risk pressures that security firms and their clients face, including compliance, reporting, and resilience expectations.

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Learn actionable strategies to build readiness, strengthen your protective programs, and elevate professional growth for your security team.

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Hear from Guardian Protection Force leaders about the strategic direction of our firm, and how we are innovating to meet tomorrow’s demands.

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About the Presenters

Garrett Thomas, CCP
Founder and COO, Guardian Protection Force

Garrett Thomas, CPP is a private security professional. In 2010 Garrett founded Guardian Protection Force with the strategic goal of specializing in executive protection, utilizing his skills learned in the field from prior employments. He currently serves as President and Founder of Guardian Protection Force Inc., an armed security and executive protection company, specializing in “Comprehensive Security Through Intelligence.”
Garrett is especially proud of his certification as a Certified Protection Professional (CPP). This certification is considered the “Gold Standard” of the Private Security Industry, globally recognized as the standard of excellence for security management professionals and issued by ASIS International.
Garrett holds bachelors in intelligence with a minor in criminal intelligence from the American Military University, an accredited and international recognized institution for Global security studies.

Ashlee Cervantes Thomas
Chief Executive Officer, Guardian Protection Force

Ashlee Cervantes Thomas is the Chief Executive Officer of Guardian Protection Force with 15+ years of experience leading both the physical and strategic sides of security. An MBA graduate of UC Davis, Ashlee oversees day-to-day operations, long-term strategic planning, and innovation initiatives, guiding GPF’s teams to deliver high-impact, standards-driven results.
She is also the Founder of Guardian Secure Solutions, a tech-centric Security Operations Center that has integrated advanced technologies for dozens of private security providers across California.
Recognized for thought leadership in workplace violence prevention and security consulting for complex environments, and just named to the Sacramento Business Journal's 2025 "40 Under 40" list, Ashlee also champions diversity and inclusion in a traditionally male-dominated industry while serving as Vice President of CALSAGA. Her mission is to provide high-caliber, responsive, and ethical security solutions that uplift and protect communities across California and beyond.

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EP201 | Executive Protection Essentials - Beyond the Basics
2026-02-10 09:00 - 2026-02-12 17:00 | Guardian Protection Force Corporate Headquarters, 11160 Sun Center Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA, 95670, United States
ON SALE NOW – SAVE 50% – FOR A LIMITED TIME!

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Get ready to level up your executive protection skills with EP201 – Executive Protection Essentials: Beyond the Basics. Building on the foundation of EP101, this three day advanced training is designed for security professionals who are ready to refine their expertise and elevate their effectiveness in executive protection operations.
EP201 goes deeper into the strategies, techniques, and real world application of protective operations so you can handle high level security details with confidence and precision. Through a mix of classroom instruction, scenario based drills, and practical exercises, you will sharpen your decision making skills under pressure and strengthen your ability to protect principals in dynamic environments.
This is not a beginner course – EP201 is built for professionals with foundational knowledge and experience in executive protection. If you are serious about advancing in the industry and want training that reflects real world expectations, this course is for you.

Schedule

Day 1: ( Tuesday – 2/10 )
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Enhanced Advancement (Advance Work)

3:00 PM – 3:15 PM
Break

3:15 PM – 4:45 PM
Packing for an Assignment | Supply + Attire checklist

Day 2: ( Wednesday – 2/11 )
9:00 AM – 11:00PM
Appearance and Attire (with faulty info and scenario training)

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Realistic Conversations: How to Get Through Sticky Situations | Maintain Your Cover | Eliciting Responses From Others
Overt Versus Covert Executive Protection

12:00 PM – 12:30 PM
Lunch – *No need to pack a lunch; it’s on us!

12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Multi-Point Itineraries

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM
Mini Driving Drill

2:45 PM – 3:00 PM
Break

3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Leap Frogging Details
EP Coms in 2026

4:30 PM – 4:45 PM
Wrap Up & Homework

Day 3: ( Thursday – 2/12 )
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Maintaining Timelines & Adjusting Advance Planning (Problem Solving)

10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Initial Advance Work & Real Life Customer Service Aspects to your Principal: Learning the Client | Client Survey

11:00 AM
Depart for Lunch Event: Dining in Executive Protection

About the Instructor

Garrett Thomas, CCP
Founder and COO, Guardian Protection Force

Garrett Thomas, CPP is a private security professional. In 2010 Garrett founded Guardian Protection Force with the strategic goal of specializing in executive protection, utilizing his skills learned in the field from prior employments. He currently serves as President and Founder of Guardian Protection Force Inc., an armed security and executive protection company, specializing in “Comprehensive Security Through Intelligence.”
Garrett is especially proud of his certification as a Certified Protection Professional (CPP). This certification is considered the “Gold Standard” of the Private Security Industry, globally recognized as the standard of excellence for security management professionals and issued by ASIS International.
Garrett holds bachelors in intelligence with a minor in criminal intelligence from the American Military University, an accredited and international recognized institution for Global security studies.

Dale Seago
Director of Intelligence, Guardian Protection Force

Dale Seago has been with Guardian Protection Force for nearly nine years in a variety of roles and is currently its Director of Intelligence. He also is a Dai Shihan or “senior master instructor” in the martial arts of the Bujinkan or “Divine Warrior House” organization based in Chiba Prefecture, Japan. He has trained in the Bujinkan for over 40 years and still trains in Japan with senior instructors there.
He became one of the first 20 Americans to be certified as a Bujinkan instructor in 1989 and currently heads the Bujinkan Yojimbo Dojo (“Yojimbo” 用心棒 is an old Japanese word for a bodyguard or protector), which trains weekly in GPF’s headquarters in Rancho Cordova, California.
A former military intelligence officer and civilian executive protection agent, Dale also helps teach GPF’s executive protection agent training courses. In his personal “down time” Dale loves to be out in nature when possible, and to hang out with his girlfriend and his three cats.

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Emergency Readiness in 2026 - Invite-Only Lunch and Learn (In Person)
2026-03-26 11:30 - 13:00 | Guardian Protection Force Corporate Headquarters, 11160 Sun Center Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA, 95670, United States
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EP101: Executive Protection Training Series 2026
2026-04-28 13:00 - 2026-04-30 15:00 | Guardian Protection Force Corporate Headquarters, 11160 Sun Center Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA, 95670, United States

In the DOJO - Women’s Self-Defense Workshop
2026-05-02 09:00 - 13:00 | Bujinkan Yojimbo Dojo @ GPF HQ, 11160 Sun Center Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA, 95670, United States
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Women’s Self-Defense Workshop is an in-person, safety-first training experience hosted in our dojo and co-sponsored by Guardian Protection Force (GPF). The first half focuses on self-protection strategies that can prevent, avoid, or help you escape the need for physical self-defense – including mindset, how you present yourself in the world, and situational awareness that improves early recognition of risk.
The second half shifts into practical physical self-defense with guided coaching: legal concepts and constraints, distance and positioning, creating verbal and physical boundaries, and sample techniques based on participants’ real concerns. We also discuss weapons as force multipliers – tools that can “add authority” to what you do with your body – and close with comments, questions, and observations.

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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Self-Protection (Prevent, Avoid, Escape)

Elements we will touch on include:

Mindset and "How you present yourself in the world"
Situational awareness and perception of danger
Trusting intuition (recommended resource: The Gift of Fear by Gavin de Becker). Participants are encouraged to share personal experiences of times something felt "off" and that feeling was correct
Color, planning, time and distance. Use of Jeff Cooper’s color code for situational awareness and mental readiness for threats

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11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Physical Self-Defense

Legal concepts and constraints
Use of distance, positioning, and creation of boundaries (verbal as well as physical)
Actual physical self-defense techniques for "sample" scenarios based on participants’ actual threat concerns
Use of weapons as "force multipliers" (they "add authority" to what you do with your body)
Closing: Comments, Questions, and Observations from participants

About the Instructors

Dale Seago
Director of Intelligence, Guardian Protection Force

Dale Seago has been with Guardian Protection Force for nearly nine years in a variety of roles and is currently its Director of Intelligence. He also is a Dai Shihan or “senior master instructor” in the martial arts of the Bujinkan or “Divine Warrior House” organization based in Chiba Prefecture, Japan. He has trained in the Bujinkan for over 40 years and still trains in Japan with senior instructors there.
He became one of the first 20 Americans to be certified as a Bujinkan instructor in 1989 and currently heads the Bujinkan Yojimbo Dojo (“Yojimbo” 用心棒 is an old Japanese word for a bodyguard or protector), which trains weekly in GPF’s headquarters in Rancho Cordova, California.
A former military intelligence officer and civilian executive protection agent, Dale also helps teach GPF’s executive protection agent training courses. In his personal “down time” Dale loves to be out in nature when possible, and to hang out with his girlfriend and his three cats.

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2026 Q2 Guardian Briefing: Campus Guardians – School Security Insights for Educators & Staff
2026-05-07 15:30 - 16:30 | ZOOM Webinar
SOLD OUT!

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Agenda (45–60 min)

School safety is not the responsibility of administrators alone. Every adult on campus plays a role in identifying risks, responding to concerns, and helping create a secure learning environment.
In this Quarterly Guardian Briefing, Guardian Protection Force brings together security professionals and school leaders to discuss practical strategies that empower the entire campus community, from teachers and administrative staff to facilities and custodial teams.
This virtual session will focus on real-world insights and actionable guidance that help school personnel recognize early warning signs, respond effectively to incidents, and support a culture of safety without disrupting the educational mission.

Topics may include:

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Recognizing behavioral and environmental warning signs

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What teachers and staff should do when something “doesn’t feel right”

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Communication protocols during campus incidents

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Facilities and environmental security considerations

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Building a proactive culture of campus awareness

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Welcome & Program Overview – 5 min

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Understanding Today’s Campus Risk Environment – 10 min

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Warning Signs, Roles for Teachers, Staff, and Facilities Teams, & Communication Basics – 30 min

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Live Q&A – 10–15 min

Whether you work in the classroom, front office, maintenance department, or administration, this session will provide practical tools to help you contribute to a safer school environment.

About the Instructor

Garrett Thomas, CCP
Founder and COO, Guardian Protection Force

Garrett Thomas, CPP is a private security professional. In 2010 Garrett founded Guardian Protection Force with the strategic goal of specializing in executive protection, utilizing his skills learned in the field from prior employments. He currently serves as President and Founder of Guardian Protection Force Inc., an armed security and executive protection company, specializing in "Comprehensive Security Through Intelligence."
Garrett is especially proud of his certification as a Certified Protection Professional (CPP). This certification is considered the "Gold Standard" of the Private Security Industry, globally recognized as the standard of excellence for security management professionals and issued by ASIS International.
Garrett holds bachelors in intelligence with a minor in criminal intelligence from the American Military University, an accredited and international recognized institution for Global security studies.

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Mini-Ninja's Training 2026
2026-06-25 17:30 - 19:15 | Guardian Protection Force Corporate Headquarters, 11160 Sun Center Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA, 95670, United States
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Mini-Ninjas Training Event For Families

Thursday, June 25, 2026

Rancho Cordova, CA

Hosted by Guardian Protection Force in Our Very Own Dojo

Two Age-Specific Sessions:

5:30 PM – 6:15 PM | Ages 5-8

6:30 PM – 7:15 PM | Ages 9-12

Are your kiddos ready to transform into a Mini-Ninja? On Thursday, June 25, join us for a fun, active, and engaging workshop that combines physical skills, safety awareness, and confidence-building in a ninja-themed environment for kids ages 5-12.
This year, we are offering two age-specific sessions so children can participate in a group that better fits their age, energy level, and developmental stage.
Kids ages 5-8 will attend from 5:30 PM – 6:15 PM, and kids ages 9-12 will attend from 6:30 PM – 7:15 PM.
Each 45-minute session will include warm-ups, agility drills, situational awareness games, basic self-defense movement, teamwork, and a fun Ninja Mission Challenge.
Children will learn and move through a structured, encouraging experience built around the “Ninja Code” – Respect, Awareness, and Agility. The event is designed to help kids build confidence, body awareness, coordination, and safety-minded habits while having fun in a positive, family-friendly setting.

Choose Your Age-Specific Session

Each Session's schedule Will Include:

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Welcome & Warm-Up (5 mins)

Greet attendees, explain the event, and introduce the “Ninja Code” - Respect, Awareness, and Agility. Quick group warm-up with jumping jacks, arm circles, and stretches.

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Stealth & Agility Drills (10 mins)

Obstacle course activities using cones, ropes, chairs, or rings. Emphasis on quiet movement, balance, body control, “Silent Shadows,” and “Cat Steps.”

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Situational Awareness Game (8 mins)

“Ninja Freeze” game where kids follow stealthily and freeze when the instructor turns around. Quick discussion on observing surroundings and what to do if they feel unsafe.

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Basic Self-Defense & Movement (12 mins)

Simple, safe movement skills including breakaway from wrist grab, balance techniques, voice confidence, and “Ninja Power Stance.” Emphasis on using skills only for safety.

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Ninja Mission Challenge (7 mins)

A short mission combining movement, teamwork, and problem-solving. Kids sneak past “guards,” retrieve an “artifact,” and return without being tagged.

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Graduation Ceremony & Cool Down (3 mins)

Ninja pledge, cool-down stretches, and “Official Mini-Ninja” sticker or certificate.

Materials Checklist

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Cones, ropes, or chairs for obstacle course

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Foam noodles or safe soft barriers

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Stickers or small certificates

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Speaker for music

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Water and basic first-aid on site

About the Instructor

Garrett Thomas, CCP
Founder and COO, Guardian Protection Force

Garrett Thomas, CPP is a private security professional. In 2010 Garrett founded Guardian Protection Force with the strategic goal of specializing in executive protection, utilizing his skills learned in the field from prior employments. He currently serves as President and Founder of Guardian Protection Force Inc., an armed security and executive protection company, specializing in “Comprehensive Security Through Intelligence.”
Garrett is especially proud of his certification as a Certified Protection Professional (CPP). This certification is considered the “Gold Standard” of the Private Security Industry, globally recognized as the standard of excellence for security management professionals and issued by ASIS International.
Garrett holds bachelors in intelligence with a minor in criminal intelligence from the American Military University, an accredited and international recognized institution for Global security studies.

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