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MDTS Instructors
Christopher Fry
Chris Fry is a life long martial arts student and instructor who has specialized in
high-intensity force-on-force combatives simulation training since 1990. Chris holds instructor certifications in the Filipino Martial Arts, Jeet Kune Do, multiple Karate systems, Combat Concepts, less-lethal weapons, Fear Adrenaline Stress Training (F.A.S.T.), and various NRA firearms training programs. Having completed the requirements for the N.Y.S. Armed Guard Certification he is currently active in that industry. Additionally, Chris has graduated numerous commercial handgun, carbine and tactical training courses conducted by industry experts totaling over 700+ hrs of training.
Chris is credited with developing many innovative rape prevention and child/student safety programs for schools and educational institutions. He is a subject matter expert in personal defense and an active member of the American Society of Law Enforcement Trainers, American Self Defense Institute, FAST Defense Instructors Association, and Pekiti-Tirsia International. Chris holds a Bachelor's Degree in Cytotechnology from S.U.N.Y. Health Science Center at Syracuse.
Chris is currently the Director of Modern Defensive Training Systems in Utica, New York where he conducts courses in reality-based Full-Force Combatives, Extreme Close Quarters Physical Defense, Edged Weapon Tactics, and Combative Pistol, Carbine and Shotgun skills. As an active Certified PROTOCOM Instructor with Progressive F.O.R.C.E. Concepts in Nevada, Chris' duties include lead instruction during PROTOCOM and various Open Program events.
Ray Johansen
With a blend of military and private sector experience, Ray Johansen brings unique insight, professional, and personal skills to the security industry. Ray is a graduate of numerous commercial and governmental training and instructor development programs all related to the protective services field. With a background as a systems engineer previously employed by major telecommunications companies, Ray is well-versed in the corporate arena and has designed technology solutions to address physical and personal security needs spanning industry markets, government, and private individuals.
While serving in the United States Air Force, Ray was trained to support the communication and security needs of the intelligence community. His primary responsibilities included safeguarding critical information, assets and cryptology. Additionally, Ray was called upon to ensure mission continuity and success by working directly with intelligence personnel and data system management officers.
After working in the intelligence and information security fields for a number of years, Ray was re-introduced to the world of protective services shortly after 9/11 in more active and dynamic way. Ray’s interest and abilities related to precision driving and automobile racing, combined with his history in the security profession, earned him positions as a security driver and advanced security driving instructor. He then began instructing Department of Defense, law enforcement, and corporate executive protection teams in everything from protective driving skills to high-risk vehicle operations for a highly regarded training organization located on the east coast. Ray has completed weapons and tactics courses across the country and continues to expand his executive protection knowledge-base by receiving on-going education and training from the foremost providers of protective services instruction.
In addition to his duties as a trainer with MDTS, Ray is currently a Protection Agent and security driver for PFC Safeguards.
Gerry Johansen
Gerry Johansen brings a wide range of experience and knowledge to the security field. He started his military career with the Connecticut Army National Guard. During his nine year tenure there, Gerry supervised the training of soldiers in small unit tactics, weapons skills, unarmed defensive measures, and military police procedures.
Gerry is currently a law enforcement officer and investigator with a State Police agency in the Northeastern U.S. During his years with this agency, Gerry has been assigned to patrol, investigations, and served as a "resident trooper". Gerry was also hand-selected to participate in a federal multi-jurisdictional task force.
Gerry supplemented his academy training by attending numerous firearms, defensive tactics, and protective services training programs. In the process, Gerry obtained certification as both a Defensive Tactics Instructor and Simunition Force-on-Force Training Supervisor.
Gerry is a graduate of Western Connecticut State University with concentration in and having studied terrorism, information security, organized crime, white collar crime, and corporate security. Gerry will also be graduating Cum Laude from Norwich University with a Master’s Degree in Information Assurance.
Gerry has serves as a Protection Agent and key advisor on matters related to corporate/infrastructure security. He has training and experience in conducting risk assessments, preparing organizational crisis management plans, and is highly adept at designing and analyzing integrated infrastructure security plans.
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