Close Protection Training
SIRAS Academy offers one of the most comprehensive Close Protection training programs in the world. The program is designed for individuals who aim to develop the necessary skills and competencies required to work as Close Protection Officers within the international security industry.
The Close Protection training in Denmark is built around our 14-day Close Protection course, which forms the foundation for all further specialization in professional personal protection.The course combines theory, practical training, and extensive realistic exercises with the aim of preparing participants for work as Close Protection Officers at a high professional level.
To ensure maximum learning and quality, the training is delivered in small groups, allowing each participant to receive close mentoring, individual feedback, and optimal opportunities for professional and operational development.
For participants who wish to operate in elevated threat environments, the program can be further extended with our High Risk Close Protection course.
For available course dates and booking please click on course calendar. If you cannot find any available course or if you have any questions please contact us.
Close Protection Introduction





Is a career as a bodyguard right for you?
This is a unique opportunity to gain your first insight into both the role of a bodyguard and the associated training program. The course provides you with a basic understanding of the bodyguard profession, including the demands and expectations that come with it.
It’s an ideal chance to explore whether a future in security and protection is the right path for you – and it serves as an important first step toward a full bodyguard education. You'll get a realistic picture of the training process and the career opportunities it can lead to.
The course is open to everyone – including those who are simply curious and want to learn more about the field.
This is an introductory course and does not qualify you to work as a bodyguard. It is designed as inspiration and preparation for further education in the security industry.
Price: EUR 229,-
- 1 day
- Minimum 18 years old
- Briefing about the bodyguard job and education
- Theory about close protection
- Formation training
- Close combat
- Team exercise and contract drills
- Close protection exercise
If you are prevented from attending due to illness or otherwise, we will try to move you to another course later in the year. The money is not refunded.
Close Protection Operative














If you are looking to build a career in close protection and the international security industry, this course provides the ideal foundation.
The Close Protection Course is designed to provide you with the essential knowledge, skills, and professional mindset required to operate in modern protective security environments. Through a combination of theoretical instruction, practical exercises, and realistic scenarios, you will develop a solid understanding of the role, responsibilities, and operational procedures of a Close Protection Officer.
The course focuses on protective operations in low- to medium-risk environments and is based on the challenges faced by professional security teams responsible for protecting business executives, diplomats, public figures, and other clients with specific security requirements.
OBJECTIVE
The objective of the course is to provide participants with a strong foundation in professional close protection and prepare them to support and operate as part of a professional protective security team.
DIPLOMA & QUALIFICATIONS
Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be awarded a Close Protection Diploma, certifying the successful completion of the training and the competencies achieved within the field of professional personal protection.
Price: 3.469,- EUR
incl. food & accommodation
- 14 dage – det er også muligt at tage kurset 2 x 7 dage i de måneder du ønsker.
- The course is open to all regardless of experience
- Minimum 18 years old and not be a convicted felon
- If you do not meet the above requirements please contact us
- The security industry
- Roles and Responsibilities of the Close Protection Operative
- Close Protection Foot Drills
- VIP driving
- Conflict- & Incident Management
- VIP driving
- Operational Planning
- Surveillance, anti-surveillance & Surveillance detection
- Counter terrorism & Kidnap and ransom
- Residential security and access control
- Counter terrorism
- Residential security and access control
- Close combat and tactical medic
- Assassination types and counter measures
- How to get a job, Contracts, insurance and marketing
- Threat and Risk Assessment
- Communication & and setting up an ops room
- Bomb search and recognition
- Security advance party & route planning
- Practical exercises in close protection
- And much more…
Kurset er meget intensivt og er 14 dage inkl. weekender. Du bliver indkvarteret på Akademiet, hvor der er sørget for kost og logi til dig.
Therefor it is important to us that students will learn as much as possible. To ensure high quality and maximum effort for the student, we ONLY have 10-12 students each course.
High Risk close protection – Protection Team






The High Risk Close Protection Course is designed for individuals who wish to operate in elevated threat environments and complex security situations. Building on the principles of professional close protection, the course focuses on the skills and procedures required to operate effectively in high-risk environments.
The course is regarded as one of the most comprehensive High Risk Close Protection training programs available and is delivered at an advanced professional level.
Training is highly practical, with the majority of the course consisting of realistic exercises and scenario-based training. Participants are trained to operate effectively as part of a professional protection team, assess risks, and make sound decisions under pressure in demanding high-risk environments.
OBJECTIVE
The objective of the course is to prepare participants to take part in close protection operations in elevated threat environments as part of a professional security team.
DIPLOMA & QUALIFICATIONS
Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be awarded a High Risk Close Protection Diploma, certifying the successful completion of the training and competencies achieved within the field of protective security operations in high-risk environments.
Price: 3.339,- EUR
- 10 days
- Minimum 18 years old
- Briefing about PMC (Private Military Contractor)
- Weapons safety
- PSD training single person & team
- RST in high risk environment
- CQB (Close Quarter Battle)
- Equipment for high risk operations
- Weapons training
- CAT training (Counter Assault Team)
- ROE (Rules of Engagement)
- Roadside bombs
- Preparations before deployment
- How to find a work in high risk areas
- SWAT techniques
- Close combat and disarming techniques
- Team formations and contact drills
- Counter sniper theory
- Specielle teknikker til urban warfare
- Tactical SAP & route planning
- PSD Exercises
- And much more…
- Duration: 10 days incl. weekend
- Food and accommodation included in the price.
- There is a limited number of participants on the course.
Therefor it is important to us that students will learn as much as possible. To ensure high quality and maximum effort for the student, we ONLY have 10-12 students each course.

