NEW COURSES!
A.C.E Edged Weapon Defence
& Ground Fighting System
Developed and Delivered by Control Concepts Canada
The A.C.E. Edge Weapon Defense and Ground Fighting systems are separate but joint programs, running over two weekends: the first for Edge Weapon Defense and the following weekend for the Ground Fighting system.
This curriculum is currently in the accreditation process.
Physical Requirements: Both the A.C.E. and Ground programs are physically demanding; participants must be in shape to get up and down repeatedly. There will be a practical and written examination.
It is highly recommended that participants complete the online course Peace Officer Use of Force Legislation.
*Get 10% off the online Use of Force Legislation course when you register for either A.C.E., Ground, or both! Email info@tipofspear for the coupon code*
Get certified as an A.C.E. and Ground Instructor
A.C.E. Edged Weapon Defence: January 31st- February 1st, 2026
Ground Fighting: February 7th - 8th, 2026
A.C.E.
EDGED WEAPON
DEFENCE COURSE
A.C.E Edged Weapon Defence
A.C.E. Edged Weapon Defence is a specialized training program designed to equip law enforcement officers with practical and effective strategies for surviving edged weapon encounters.
Program Overview
Developed by Sean Carter, founder of Control Concepts Canada, A.C.E. Edged Weapons Defence is a field-tested training system built for real-world performance.
The A.C.E. system is a three-step framework:
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Avoid - Move off the path of the attack or penetrate to intercept.
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Control- Neutralize the delivery system (the weapon arm).
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Eliminate- Stop the threat through decisive, lawful action.
Refined through years of instruction, testing, and feedback from thousands of officers, the program is shaped by subject matter experts and designed for rapid, easy, learning. A.C.E. is unique in its integration of the collapsible baton as a use-of-force option in edged-weapon encounters, making it one of the most adaptable and operationally relevant systems available.
A.C.E. Edged Weapon Defence is a 1-Day Intensive course. $245.00
Requirements: A current Peace Officer Appointment, Military, Security License OR employed with AGLC qualified (ie. Casino/Bar) required and must be verified by Tip of Spear and Control Concepts Canada upon Registration. If you are unsure whether you are eligible to take this course, email your qualifications to info@tipofspear.ca prior to registration.
Have a whole team that needs training? We can come to you!
Email our office at info@tipofspear.ca to set up training for your group. The course can be held at your site or the Tip of Spear facility in Edmonton.
Control Concepts Canada
GROUND
FIGHTING
SYSTEM
Control Concepts Canada
Ground Fighting System
This session is designed to provide officers with a clear understanding of the dynamics of fighting on and from the ground.
Program Overview
Developed by Sean Carter, founder of Control Concepts Canada, the Ground Fighting System is a field-tested training session built for real-world performance.
This training covers:
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Why officers go to the ground and the reasons for escalating a force response in that situation.
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The advantages a trained officer can gain from the ground.
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Physical skills to handle situations where they are knocked down by a standing assailant or taken down by a subject who continues the assault.
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Developing offensive and defensive skills and understanding their response options.
This course has been designed to be accessible and learnable for participants with varied levels of experience, from little to no training to those with martial arts backgrounds in grappling and ground fighting.
Control Concepts Canada Ground Fighting System is a 1-day intensive course $245.00
Requirements: A current Peace Officer Appointment, Military, Security License OR employed with AGLC qualified (ie. Casino/Bar) required and must be verified by Tip of Spear and Control Concepts Canada upon Registration. If you are unsure whether you are eligible to take this course, email your qualifications to info@tipofspear.ca prior to registration.
A.C.E Edged Weapon Defence
Ground Fighting and
Canadian Use of Force Instructor Courses
Upcoming Instructor Course Dates:
A.C.E. Edged Weapon Defence: January 31st- February 1st, 2026
Ground Fighting: February 7th - 8th, 2026
A.C.E. Knife Defence & Canadian Use of Force Instructor Course
$500.00
All Instructor Level Officers Welcome
Ground Fighting & Canadian Use of Force Instructor Course
$500.00
All Instructor Level Officers Welcome
SPECIAL OFFER: Package Plan for both weekends- Register for both A.C.E. and Ground and get 10% off! Package Plan price will be reflected on your invoice.