01/02/2026
Specialist Operations Academy – Relaunching Soon
Over the last 12 months or so, SOA has been deliberately quiet - not through inactivity, but through focus.
During this time, we have worked closely with specialist trainers to design, challenge, and refine what we believe will be one of the most comprehensive and professionally structured protection driving programmes available.
As we move towards a formal relaunch in the coming months, we’re pleased to share what’s underway: a new, purpose-built website, additional UK training locations to improve accessibility, and a refreshed delivery model led by operationally credible, highly experienced trainers.
Our priority throughout this period has been quality over speed - redefining standards, refining learning outcomes, and ensuring our training develops drivers who are safer, more capable, and better prepared for real-world protection driving roles.
Designed in collaboration with specialist trainers and industry experts, at the top of our portfolio sits our 6 Day Protection Driving Course - our flagship programme and the benchmark we hold ourselves to.
We believe the protection driving sector thrives when training is developed by experienced specialists, validated through operational testing, and delivered to consistently high standards.
More details coming soon.
