Guardian Strength and Wellness Law Enforcement Training

About Guardian Strength and Wellness

Lieutenant Matt Ridings is a married father of two with over 23 years of law enforcement experience, he is currently serving as his agency's supervisor for the Vice/Narcotics Division and is assigned to the Forsyth County Drug Task Force. He has held positions as a Telecommunicator, Patrol Officer, School Resource Officer, Field Training Officer, Honor
Guard, Traffic Team Officer, SWAT Operator, SWAT Team Leader, SWAT Team Commander, and Patrol Sergeant. In 2022 he was certified as a Peer Support Officer through the Law Enforcement Alliance for Peer Support (LEAPS). In 2024, Matt developed his agency’s first Peer Support Team which is now active and operational. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from American Military University is a specialized instructor for Hazmat and explosives and holds several certificates in specialized areas.

  • Established: 2024
  • Years Operating: 2+
  • Based in: Kernersville, NC
  • Contact Person: Matt Ridings
  • Phone: 336-745-7488
  • Email: guardianstrengthwellness@gmail.com

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Recent Reviews

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4.83/5.00 (59 reviews)

50 officers rated this 5★, 8 rated 4★.

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Jan 21, 2026
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This is a very informative and eye opening course in regards to mental health in the first responder field.

Jan 21, 2026
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Much needed information that will definitely assist in making your job, home, and mental health more manageable for first responders.

Jan 21, 2026
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Excellent class.

Jan 21, 2026
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Great class

Jan 21, 2026
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A very helpful class that enlightens the first responder to realize the ways to improve his/her wellbeing, as well as predict negative habits leading to implosion.

Jan 21, 2026
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Good class

Jan 21, 2026
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Very helpful. Would highly recommend for first responders

Jan 21, 2026
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Well put together, down to earth approach.

Jan 21, 2026
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Very good class