Asian Prisons Lockdown Challenge 2025

The Asian Prisons Lockdown Challenge 2025 (APLC) is an event hosted by the Singapore Prison Service in September 2025. It is a competition that brings together correctional and security professionals across the region to enhance their capabilities through practical scenarios.

Participants will navigate through specially designed challenges that combine tactical decision-making with physical skills. The programme includes valuable learning sessions featuring industry experts who will share insights on security practices and professional development on topics ranging from security to human performance.

The APLC offers an excellent opportunity for security professionals to benchmark their skills and learn from peers across Asia.

Details of events

a.     Sharpshooter Challenge:
Test your marksmanship in this precision-focused live fire event. Participants can demonstrate their expertise with both pistol and submachine gun, engaging multiple targets with speed and accuracy.

Success demands on both individual proficiency and seamless teamwork. Teams must coordinate effectively while maintaining exceptional shooting standards to claim the prestigious Sharpshooter title.

b.     Team Obstacle Challenge:
Navigate through an intensive obstacle course where success hinges on seamless teamwork.

Participants must work together to navigate the course as quickly and efficiently as possible, testing their strength, agility, and coordination. Victory belongs to the team that demonstrates the best combination of physical prowess and collaborative strategy to achieve the fastest completion time.

c.     Operation Tech-Secure Challenge:
Demonstrate your mastery over the art of surveillance and tactical coordination in this strategic mission. A designated operator manages advanced monitoring systems to gather critical intelligence, while team members execute precise ground operations.

Success depends on clear communications between the surveillance operator and ground team. The operator must effectively relay real-time intelligence about target locations and potential threats, enabling the team to conduct accurate assessments and retrievals.

d.     Rescue & Restore Challenge:
Participate in an intense multi-phase operation that tests operational readiness and tactical decision-making.

Teams navigate through three demanding scenarios that escalate in complexity:

• Phase 1: Execute precise pepper spray deployment under controlled conditions

• Phase 2: Conduct time-critical hostage extraction from a simulated fire zone

• Phase 3: Engage multiple targets efficiently with pump action shotgun

Success requires teams to maintain composure while demonstrating tactical proficiency across all phases. Quick thinking, precise execution, and adaptability are essential to complete the mission and restore order.

e.     The Specialist Challenge:

An exclusive event designed for female participants to demonstrate tactical excellence through a dynamic obstacle course. Participants will navigate challenging elements that test physical prowess, stamina and agility.

This specially curated course offers a unique platform for participants to showcase their capabilities, while building professional connections. Success demands determination, technical skill, and mental fortitude.

f.     Expert Insights & Tactical Demonstrations:
Join us in an Immersive Tactical Readiness Experience Hear from seasoned professionals and our very own experts as they share real-world strategies for saving lives in hostile environment.

Gain valuable insights into managing inmates’ aggression within the prison walls, including a showcase of the tactical irritants used by SPEAR Force – along with an understanding of their psychological and physical effects.

Officers from the Psychological and Correctional Rehabilitation Division (PCRD) will also take participants through the essentials of readiness, understanding the body’s response to stress  develop resilient thinking and promote a sense of well-being.

Finally, don’t miss this rare opportunity to learn more about the cutting-edge gadgets that SPEAR Force deploys during real-life inmate disturbances. A unique opportunity  to learn, engage, and elevate your tactical edge. Be there!

FAQ

What are the penalties?	<Detailed penalties for each event will be provided soon>
How is the scoring for the event?	Click here for details
How many supporters can attend the event?	Only registered participants can attend the event.
How do I register for the event?	You may fill in the registration form here: https://go.gov.sg/860475 Or scan the QR code to register
How do I know if the registration is successful?	Successful registered participants will be informed by 30 May 2025.
How do I register for The Specialist?	The Specialist challenge is a female-only individual event. The female participant for the event should form part of the team of 5 to 8 pax.
Where is the APLC 2025 held?	APLC 2025 is held at Changi Prison Complex (CPC).
Will there be a briefing before the event?	Briefing will be conducted for the Team Leaders on the first day of the event, 22 September 2025
Will there be photographs taken during the event?	The committee will provide a link for each team to download the photographs.
Is there a limit on the number of team members or observers an agency can send?	A maximum of 8 pax (inclusive of one Team Leader) can register as a 5-person team with the remainder as reserves. A maximum of 5 pax for observers to observe the competition.
Are there any meals provided?	Meals will be provided throughout the event. Participants may check the schedule for information about the Welcome Dinner /*Closing Dinner, or other related activities. *To Note: The dress code for the Closing Dinner is Casual Business Wear.
What are the Personal Protective Equipment  provided by the organizing committee?	The organising committee will provide generic helmets, eye protector, ear muffler, knee guard, gloves according to the requirement of the competition event. Combat boots will not be provided.