All certified instructors will undergo an intensive training program.

Candidates will be evaluated based on physical skills, emotional maturity, communication skills, bearing, ability to demonstrate the theory behind the techniques while under stress and/or in scenario type situations, and certain other intangible qualities that define a good instructor.

The decision to certify an individual will be made by the chief instructor and his staff.

All certified instructors will maintain monthly contact with American Combatives, Inc. 

Bi-monthly videos of practice and training will be sent to American Combatives, Inc.

All certified instructors are required to return annually for a minimum 3 day refresher course.

All certified instructors will actively engage in recruitment of students to help the system grow and to improve there teaching skills.