Next Course: January 10 - January 14, 2026
Course Cost: $4,000
*This includes the 5 Day Celebrity & VIP Protection Module. (for returning Alumni, the course starts March 5th at a discounted rate.)
The internationally acclaimed ICON 10 Day Advanced Training Program is back! Consider the facts: The Global economy is taking executives and multi-national corporations into more and more dangerous territory. As an Executive Protection Professional (Bodyguard), it’s better to “learn the lessons” at the training compound than make potentially deadly mistakes in the field. Our level II course allows the experienced agent to do just that.
ICON is proud to announce our revamped and highly anticipated advanced course on Executive Protection. Taught by a cadre of instructors active in the industry, this intensive 10-day class is an excellent tool for agents sharpening their skills with a focus on conducting close protection assignments internationally. Work with experienced professionals who are not teaching “theory” put practical applications developed from many years of doing the job.
This course is jam packed with gems and information. Taught by Elijah Shaw, CEO of ICON, and co-author of the Best-selling books, An Introduction to Celebrity Protection & Touring & Introduction to Executive Protection, he has assembled an all-star cast including the Mark “SIX” James, Sam Alicea, Benjamin Alozie, Jerry Towns and Kevin Ghee.
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*All clients listed with permission
“Professional guys, they know their stuff and come highly recommended.”
The class will present practical firsthand knowledge and tactics obtained from Mr. Shaw's 34 years in the industry where he has actively worked with everyone from international celebrities to former Heads of State. Participants in the course have ranged from those that had zero experience in the industry to active members of the United States Secret Service and the US Special Forces.
The course is designed to be as realistic as possible offering insight into the world of Executive & Celebrity Protection.
This class will not only teach how to successfully provide protective services to celebrity clients but also how to find, and more importantly, keep the accounts.
-Working with Actors, Athletes & Musicians
-Behavioral Intelligence
-Working with clients of the opposite sex and small children
-Identifying potential clients and proven strategies to attract them
-Branding & Business Development
-Touring & Public Appearances
-Understanding the Red Carpet and what goes into Award Shows
-Coordinating & Working Major Events
-Dealing with the Press & The Paparazzi
-Dealing with Fans & identifying Obsessive Behaviors
And much more...
While touching on many areas of Personal Protection, this training module is specifically developed for working with clients in the entertainment industry, which offers its own unique challenges to the Protection Agent (Bodyguard).
Military and overseas contractors are encouraged to attend as we highlight the different skill sets needed when transitioning back to a non-warzone environment.
To view the Course Overview click here.
“The Icon Celebrity & VIP Protection Course is a must for anyone looking to break into the industry or for those already actively working in the field that just want to stay fresh and sharp. Industry insiders will tell you that consistent training is paramount to being hired and successful in the EP business. I have graduated from their courses and I use the skills learned everyday while providing protection. The instructors are top notch in the industry.”
It is very important to us that our clients can reach us whenever they need to. We understand the nature of our services, and know that often, time is of the essence.
