Police Officers Complete Joint Fitness Instructor Training with BDF

The Belize Police Department has concluded its five-week Assistant Physical Training Instructor Course, a programme carried out in partnership with the Belize Defence Force (BDF) to improve fitness standards, discipline, and operational readiness across police ranks. The cohort of participating officers officially completed the intensive training today, marking the end of a joint initiative aimed at preparing police personnel to serve as certified physical training instructors within their respective formations.  Throughout the five weeks, officers underwent rigorous conditioning exercises, instructional methodology sessions, and leadership-focused fitness modules. Officials say the training is intended not only to enhance the physical capacity of individual officers but also to establish a network of certified instructors capable of elevating overall performance within the Department.  Speaking at today’s closing ceremony, Chief Executive Officer in the Ministry of National Defence and Border Security, Francis Usher, underscored the importance of the programme in reshaping public perception of the Police Department. 

Commissioner of Police Dr. Richard Rosado also delivered remarks, reaffirming that initiatives like this reflect the Department’s continued commitment to meaningful reform and strengthened operational standards. He praised the officers for completing the demanding training, adding that improved fitness directly supports safer, more effective policing across the country.

The course was facilitated by BDF physical training specialists, a collaboration that both agencies say is key to advancing national security capability. Officials expect the newly certified instructors to play an important role in shaping a more disciplined and readiness-focused police force./