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The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD)
Gracie Survival Training (GST) “SafeWrap” System
WHAT:
SafeWrap Lateral Restraint System
WHEN:
Monday, March 24, 2025
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Demo and Q&A at 3:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
WHERE:
LAPD Ahmanson Recruit Training Center
5651 W. Manchester Avenue
Los Angeles, California 90045
WHO:
Los Angeles Police Department Officers
Law Enforcement Agencies
Ryron Gracie, Gracie University
Rener Gracie, Gracie University
Civilian members from the medical field
WHY:
LAPD officers, outside agencies, and community members from the medical field come together to learn a new restraint method called the SafeWrap system to promote de-escalation during a violent altercation. The SafeWrap system promotes safety for both officers and subjects, minimizing the risk of injury, while further enhancing community trust. Gracie University head instructors Ryron and Rener Gracie, from the legendry Gracie family, andfounders of GST will be providing the training. LAPD’s Training Division will host the event at the Ahmanson Recruit Training Center.
SafeWrap System Overview (click here to watch)
SafeWrap Medical Review by Gary Vilke M.D. (click here to watch)
ADDITIONAL:
Demo presentation & interview opportunities will be provided for media at 3:30 p.m.
RSVP: Credentialed media wishing to attend should RSVP to Sergeant Cleon Joseph
(424) 393-4570).
CONTACT:
For information, contact LAPD Arrest & Control Lifetime Fitness Unit, Officer in Charge,
Sergeant Cleon Joseph at (424) 393-4570.
Call us 24/7 at 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (1-877-527-3247) to share any helpful information you have.
Call the L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS
(800-222-8477) or submit an anonymous tip through our form.