
Kurt Owen
Kurt Owen – Tactical Training Expert | Executive Protection Specialist
Kurt Owen is one of the most elite and diverse tactical instructors in the world, with over two decades of experience in defensive tactics, firearms training, and executive protection. He is one of only 13 hand-selected Prefense Instructors globally, personally certified by renowned protection expert Steve Tarani, and is recognized for his deep expertise across multiple disciplines of high-threat personal defense.
Kurt holds multiple Israeli certifications, including:
Krav Maga Global (KMG) Combat Instructor – one of fewer than 50 certified worldwide
IFMF Krav Maga Executive Protection Instructor
Krav Maga Civilian Instructor
His instructor credentials span a wide array of advanced and specialized fields:
Olson Combat Law Enforcement Instructor
Knife Fighting & Defensive Use Instructor
Keysi Fighting Method Instructor
Combat Focus Shooting Instructor
Surefire Low Light Instructor
A.L.I.C.E. Active Shooter Response Instructor
Active Killer Law Enforcement & Armed Response Instructor
NRA-Certified Pistol, Rifle, and Shotgun Instructor
Kurt Owen has trained law enforcement, military personnel, security professionals, and civilians alike—equipping them with life-saving skills and preparing them to face real-world threats with precision and confidence. His teaching style blends technical expertise with real-world application, making him one of the most sought-after instructors in the tactical training and executive protection industry.
Active Shooter & Active Threat Training (Group)
Active Shooter & Active Threat Training Prepare. Respond. Protect.Customized Programs for Government, Schools, Churches & Corporations Why This Training Matters In today’s world, incidents of...
Security Firearms Fundamentals
Security Firearms FundamentalsTactical Pistol Training for Security Personnel | 4 Hours | 250 Rounds Designed for individuals pursuing or currently working in security roles, Security...
Intro to Combat Pistol
COURSE DESCRIPTION Intro to Combat PistolDuration: 2 DaysLocation: ESS Academy – Tarpon Springs, FLInstructors: Kurt Owen / Todd Beatty /Sean Vasquez Course Overview: This intermediate-level...
Handgun Fundamentals – Practical Live Fire
Handgun Fundamentals: Practical Live Fire Duration: 4 HoursRound Count: 250 Rounds Course Overview: Designed for shooters of all experience levels, this 4-hour course focuses on...
Women’s Firearm Workshop
Women’s Firearm WorkshopWomen’s-Only Firearm Training | 4 Hours | Airsoft-Based Instruction with Live Fire Evaluation Course Overview:This 4-hour women’s-only workshop offers a safe, empowering, and...
Situational Awareness & Psychological Profiling
In light of the recent attacks in France, the recurring episodes of church shootings and cinema violence in the US, we’ve come to the realization...
Third Party Defensive Tactics
This course takes a look at self defense and hand-to-hand tactics as it relates to Executive Protection and bodyguarding. Our instructors will breakdown various methods...