p>Selected individuals must possess the physical ability to successfully complete the practical self-defense exam, which involves the following: • Lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist • Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled take down • Use arms, palms of hands, shins, and feet to deliver blows • Withstand impact, slow speed, or with a safety bag on own body from strikes • Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for striking with foot or using a defensive tactic • Get down on one or both knees and up again with multiple repetitions.
Individuals selected for the position must successfully complete a written and practical self-defense exam and successfully complete CPR to AHA guidelines - this includes successful completion of the practical, hands-on portion as well as the written exam.