Mar
15
to Mar 20
Apr
24
8:00 AM08:00
Tactical Medicine
Instructors: Lt Mathew Dembowski, Monroe Police Department & Lt John Webster, Walton County Fire
Description: The Self-Care/Buddy-Care Firearms Course is based on TCCC/TECC guidelines and instruction.
The 4-hour morning medical presentation covers both trauma and medical situations in which a responding officer may be presented with throughout their career.
The student will receive practical instruction and engagement of the needed skills as a precursor to the 4-hour afternoon firearms tasks and drills in which they must show physical proficiency, discipline, and mental strength under duress.
Equipment:
Handgun
Rifle (Optional)
3 Magazines of each
500 handgun rounds (Minimum)
500 Rifle rounds (Minimum)
Tactical gear or issued duty gear
Wet weather gear
Cold weather gear
Eye Protection
Ear Protection
Baseball cap
Ballistic Vest
Ballistic helmet (Only if issued)
Hydration source
Note taking materials
Training or SWAT Uniform
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
May
29
8:00 AM08:00
Performance Carbine Workshop
Instructors: Chris Woomer - VEIL Solutions , Hayden Frey - SWAT Team Leader
Description: This class will focus on hard skill development as it specifically pertains to performance shooting in a law enforcement capacity. We will introduce training methods to help with measuring progress, developing programs as well as standards. There will be lots of movement.
These methods have been implemented and proven at various agencies over the last few years.
Our preference is to train to a standard and not a time. We are always respectful of people’s commitments and will accommodate them, we also hope to put in a good day of work.
Gear requirements:
500 rounds of training ammo.
30 rounds of duty ammo (if possible).
Eyepro / ear pro.
3 Magazines.
Pen / Sharpie
Armor is not required for this class unless required by individual agency.
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Feb
18
9:00 AM09:00
Debrief - Apalachee High School Active Shooter Incident
Instructor: Barrow County Sheriff’s Office
Description
Debrief on the September 2024 active shooter incident at Apalachee High School in Winder, GA.
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Dec
18
8:00 AM08:00
Higher Level Rifle Manipulation Course
Instructor: Lt. Matthew Dembowski, Monroe Police Department
Course Description:
*This is a physically demanding course. Be prepared to be physically and mentally challenged.
*This is NOT a basic rile course. Students should have a solid working knowledge of how to manipulate a rifle.
The focus of this course is on elevated and updated rifle precision and manipulation skills during tactical operations. This course offers students an enhanced understanding of human body awareness (body mechanics) as it pertains to physical coordination during combative engagements. The training offers students an increased sense of importance with the OODA Loop thought process, and how it pertains to the success of deadly force encounters. This is a high tempo, timing, and rhythm firearms course that requires attention to detail.
Equipment Needed:
Handgun with three magazines & minimum 200 rounds of handgun ammo,
Rifle with three rifle magazines & minimum 500 rounds of rifle
SWAT or tactical equipment, ballistic vest, ballistic helmet, boots, wet weather gear, cold weather gear, baseball cap, ear and eye protection.
*All rifles should be zeroed prior to the course start date.
* All handguns and rifles must be ready and in good working order prior to the start of the course.
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Questions? Email gatactical@gmail.com
Dec
13
to Dec 14
Intro to CQB
Instructor: John DeCourcey - 27th Response
This 2 day course is designed to teach or refresh the basics of CQB/Room clearing in both individual and team elements. This traing is to be conducted in a SIM shoothouse, not a live one.
For this course you will need:
Attire appropriate for training
Ear Pro- Electronic if possible
Eye Pro- Suitable for indoors
Any duty gear that you may need or want to train in.
Magazine pouches for rifle magazines
Water/Snacks
Lunch
*All training firearms and ammo will be provided for you.
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
This is a physical class, please come prepared to sweat & work.
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Questions? Email gatactical@gmail.com
Dec
3
8:00 AM08:00
Introduction to Mobile Armor Deployment
Instructors: James Ergas, B4DI / Blue Ridge Armor
Description: dynamic fast paced introductory course to multi-capability armor development, understand ballistic resistant materials, capabilities and limitations of armor selections. Teach basic use, tactical drills and deployment of Team Based Shields / Rifle Shields / Individual Shields and other mobile armor products to increase survivability and capability.
Equipment:
All duty gear (i.e. pistol belt, body armor, eye/ear protection, etc.)
Handgun w/ 3 mags
Longgun optional (must have sling)
500 rnds ammo handgun
200 rnds ammo long gun
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Nov
20
8:00 AM08:00
Higher Level Rifle Manipulation Course
Instructor: Lt. Matthew Dembowski, Monroe Police Department
Course Description:
*This is a physically demanding course. Be prepared to be physically and mentally challenged.
*This is NOT a basic rile course. Students should have a solid working knowledge of how to manipulate a rifle.
The focus of this course is on elevated and updated rifle precision and manipulation skills during tactical operations. This course offers students an enhanced understanding of human body awareness (body mechanics) as it pertains to physical coordination during combative engagements. The training offers students an increased sense of importance with the OODA Loop thought process, and how it pertains to the success of deadly force encounters. This is a high tempo, timing, and rhythm firearms course that requires attention to detail.
Equipment Needed:
Handgun with three magazines & minimum 200 rounds of handgun ammo,
Rifle with three rifle magazines & minimum 500 rounds of rifle
SWAT or tactical equipment, ballistic vest, ballistic helmet, boots, wet weather gear, cold weather gear, baseball cap, ear and eye protection.
*All rifles should be zeroed prior to the course start date.
* All handguns and rifles must be ready and in good working order prior to the start of the course.
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Questions? Email gatactical@gmail.com
Nov
18
8:00 AM08:00
Performance Carbine Workshop
Instructors: Chris Woomer - VEIL Solutions , Hayden Frey - SWAT Team Leader, Dakota Lyvers - SWAT Team Leader
Description: This class will focus on hard skill development as it specifically pertains to performance shooting in a law enforcement capacity. We will introduce training methods to help with measuring progress, developing programs as well as standards. There will be lots of movement.
These methods have been implemented and proven at various agencies over the last few years.
Our preference is to train to a standard and not a time. We are always respectful of people’s commitments and will accommodate them, we also hope to put in a good day of work.
Gear requirements:
500 rounds of training ammo.
30 rounds of duty ammo (if possible).
Eyepro / ear pro.
3 Magazines.
Pen / Sharpie
Armor is not required for this class unless required by individual agency.
*This class is sponsored by Flatline Fiber Co and will have gear available to test and check out during the class and a working lunch (lunch provided). We are committed to help provide better tools, equipment and training to law enforcement as well as building relationships to make everyone more successful in their professions.
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Nov
13
8:00 AM08:00
Lock Picking
Instructors: Southern Specialties, Cochran, GA
This lock picking class will start with introductory lecture on lock picking, followed by hands on exercises covering single pin picking and alternate locking systems. The second part of the day will include lecture on advanced forms of bypass and practical exercises in various bypass methods. No prior knowledge of lockpicking is necessary.
A set of lockpick and bypass tools will be given to each participant to take home. Students are free to bring any of their own tools if they wish, but any tools needed for the class will be provided.
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Nov
4
8:00 AM08:00
Tactical Medicine
Instructors: Lt Mathew Dembowski, Monroe Police Department & Lt John Webster, Walton County Fire
Description: The Self-Care/Buddy-Care Firearms Course is based on TCCC/TECC guidelines and instruction.
The 4-hour morning medical presentation covers both trauma and medical situations in which a responding officer may be presented with throughout their career.
The student will receive practical instruction and engagement of the needed skills as a precursor to the 4-hour afternoon firearms tasks and drills in which they must show physical proficiency, discipline, and mental strength under duress.
Equipment:
Handgun
Rifle (Optional)
3 Magazines of each
500 handgun rounds (Minimum)
500 Rifle rounds (Minimum)
Tactical gear or issued duty gear
Wet weather gear
Cold weather gear
Eye Protection
Ear Protection
Baseball cap
Ballistic Vest
Ballistic helmet (Only if issued)
Hydration source
Note taking materials
Training or SWAT Uniform
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Nov
3
8:00 AM08:00
Pistol Skill Development
Instructor: Rick Register, RT3 Strategies
Description: This course is a pistol skill building class to include:
Proper trigger manipulation
Proper sight work - irons/optics
Positional shooting
Shooting on the move
Primary/support hand firing
Equipment: 300-400 rounds, Eye & ear protection, duty and off-duty gear/holsters, can bring rifle to train “transitions”
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Oct
22
8:00 AM08:00
Tactical Medicine
Instructors: Lt Mathew Dembowski, Monroe Police Department & Lt John Webster, Walton County Fire
Description: The Self-Care/Buddy-Care Firearms Course is based on TCCC/TECC guidelines and instruction.
The 4-hour morning medical presentation covers both trauma and medical situations in which a responding officer may be presented with throughout their career.
The student will receive practical instruction and engagement of the needed skills as a precursor to the 4-hour afternoon firearms tasks and drills in which they must show physical proficiency, discipline, and mental strength under duress.
Equipment:
Handgun
Rifle (Optional)
3 Magazines of each
500 handgun rounds (Minimum)
500 Rifle rounds (Minimum)
Tactical gear or issued duty gear
Wet weather gear
Cold weather gear
Eye Protection
Ear Protection
Baseball cap
Ballistic Vest
Ballistic helmet (Only if issued)
Hydration source
Note taking materials
Training or SWAT Uniform
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Oct
22
8:00 AM08:00
Vehicle Takedown
Instructor: FBI Special Agent Coulter
Description: This course is designed as an introduction to skills and techniques required to conduct High Risk Vehicle Takedowns and vehicle barricaded suspect resolution. This course will also cover planning considerations and asset integration for SWAT teams.
Equipment: Eye protection, Personal Duty/Tactical equipment, note taking materials, 50 rounds of Simunition or UTM for both rifle and pistol.
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Oct
9
8:00 AM08:00
Higher Level Rifle Manipulation Course
Instructor: Lt. Matthew Dembowski, Monroe Police Department
Course Description:
*This is a physically demanding course. Be prepared to be physically and mentally challenged.
*This is NOT a basic rile course. Students should have a solid working knowledge of how to manipulate a rifle.
The focus of this course is on elevated and updated rifle precision and manipulation skills during tactical operations. This course offers students an enhanced understanding of human body awareness (body mechanics) as it pertains to physical coordination during combative engagements. The training offers students an increased sense of importance with the OODA Loop thought process, and how it pertains to the success of deadly force encounters. This is a high tempo, timing, and rhythm firearms course that requires attention to detail.
Equipment Needed:
Handgun with three magazines & minimum 200 rounds of handgun ammo,
Rifle with three rifle magazines & minimum 500 rounds of rifle
SWAT or tactical equipment, ballistic vest, ballistic helmet, boots, wet weather gear, cold weather gear, baseball cap, ear and eye protection.
*All rifles should be zeroed prior to the course start date.
* All handguns and rifles must be ready and in good working order prior to the start of the course.
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Questions? Email gatactical@gmail.com
Sep
10
8:00 AM08:00
Higher Level Rifle Manipulation Course
Instructor: Lt. Matthew Dembowski, Monroe Police Department
Course Description:
*This is a physically demanding course. Be prepared to be physically and mentally challenged.
*This is NOT a basic rile course. Students should have a solid working knowledge of how to manipulate a rifle.
The focus of this course is on elevated and updated rifle precision and manipulation skills during tactical operations. This course offers students an enhanced understanding of human body awareness (body mechanics) as it pertains to physical coordination during combative engagements. The training offers students an increased sense of importance with the OODA Loop thought process, and how it pertains to the success of deadly force encounters. This is a high tempo, timing, and rhythm firearms course that requires attention to detail.
Equipment Needed:
Handgun with three magazines & minimum 200 rounds of handgun ammo,
Rifle with three rifle magazines & minimum 500 rounds of rifle
SWAT or tactical equipment, ballistic vest, ballistic helmet, boots, wet weather gear, cold weather gear, baseball cap, ear and eye protection.
*All rifles should be zeroed prior to the course start date.
* All handguns and rifles must be ready and in good working order prior to the start of the course.
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Questions? Email gatactical@gmail.com
Aug
19
8:00 AM08:00
Modern Threshold Assessment Techniques for Structure Clearing (CQB)
Instructor: Lt Matthew Dembowski, Monroe Police Department
This course teaches participants how to maneuver tactically inside a structure using a more modern style of threshold assessment techniques. This course focuses on applying the OODA LOOP, federal case law, and objective measures while performing CQB.
Equipment Needed: Simunition handgun and/or rifle. At least 200 rounds of sim ammo. Eye protection, duty belt, tactical clothing, tactical kits, and or equipment that you would typically use during shift or operations.
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
This is a physical class, please come prepared to sweat & work.
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Questions? Email gatactical@gmail.com
Aug
5
to Aug 6
Red Dot Pistol
Instructor: Jimmy Woodard
Description: TWO-DAY CLASS
This two day red dot pistol class is focused on transitioning shooters to the use of red dot optics from iron sights. The main focus of the class is to help shooters consistently find the dot and become proficient with shooting a red dot.
Requirements:
Eye pro/ ear pro
Duty Pistol with Red Dot (contact instructor for loaner pistol availability jwoodard831@gmail.com)
3 Magazines & 800 rounds training ammunition
Duty holster & magazine carrier
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Aug
5
8:00 AM08:00
Tactical Medicine
THIS CLASS IS FULL!
Instructors: Lt Mathew Dembowski, Monroe Police Department & Lt John Webster, Walton County Fire
Description: The Self-Care/Buddy-Care Firearms Course is based on TCCC/TECC guidelines and instruction.
The 4-hour morning medical presentation covers both trauma and medical situations in which a responding officer may be presented with throughout their career.
The student will receive practical instruction and engagement of the needed skills as a precursor to the 4-hour afternoon firearms tasks and drills in which they must show physical proficiency, discipline, and mental strength under duress.
Equipment:
Handgun
Rifle (Optional)
3 Magazines of each
500 handgun rounds (Minimum)
500 Rifle rounds (Minimum)
Tactical gear or issued duty gear
Wet weather gear
Cold weather gear
Eye Protection
Ear Protection
Baseball cap
Ballistic Vest
Ballistic helmet (Only if issued)
Hydration source
Note taking materials
Training or SWAT Uniform
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Jul
8
8:00 AM08:00
Higher Level Rifle Manipulation Course
Instructor: Lt. Matthew Dembowski, Monroe Police Department
Course Description:
*This is a physically demanding course. Be prepared to be physically and mentally challenged.
*This is NOT a basic rile course. Students should have a solid working knowledge of how to manipulate a rifle.
The focus of this course is on elevated and updated rifle precision and manipulation skills during tactical operations. This course offers students an enhanced understanding of human body awareness (body mechanics) as it pertains to physical coordination during combative engagements. The training offers students an increased sense of importance with the OODA Loop thought process, and how it pertains to the success of deadly force encounters. This is a high tempo, timing, and rhythm firearms course that requires attention to detail.
Equipment Needed:
Handgun with three magazines & minimum 200 rounds of handgun ammo,
Rifle with three rifle magazines & minimum 500 rounds of rifle
SWAT or tactical equipment, ballistic vest, ballistic helmet, boots, wet weather gear, cold weather gear, baseball cap, ear and eye protection.
*All rifles should be zeroed prior to the course start date.
* All handguns and rifles must be ready and in good working order prior to the start of the course.
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Questions? Email gatactical@gmail.com
Jun
17
8:00 AM08:00
Modern Threshold Assessment Techniques for Structure Clearing (CQB)
Instructor: Lt Matthew Dembowski, Monroe Police Department
This course teaches participants how to maneuver tactically inside a structure using a more modern style of threshold assessment techniques. This course focuses on applying the OODA LOOP, federal case law, and objective measures while performing CQB.
Equipment Needed: Simunition handgun and/or rifle. At least 200 rounds of sim ammo. Eye protection, duty belt, tactical clothing, tactical kits, and or equipment that you would typically use during shift or operations.
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
This is a physical class, please come prepared to sweat & work.
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Questions? Email gatactical@gmail.com
Jun
11
8:00 AM08:00
Tactical Medicine
Instructors: Lt Mathew Dembowski, Monroe Police Department & Lt John Webster, Walton County Fire
Description: The Self-Care/Buddy-Care Firearms Course is based on TCCC/TECC guidelines and instruction.
The 4-hour morning medical presentation covers both trauma and medical situations in which a responding officer may be presented with throughout their career.
The student will receive practical instruction and engagement of the needed skills as a precursor to the 4-hour afternoon firearms tasks and drills in which they must show physical proficiency, discipline, and mental strength under duress.
Equipment:
Handgun
Rifle (Optional)
3 Magazines of each
500 handgun rounds (Minimum)
500 Rifle rounds (Minimum)
Tactical gear or issued duty gear
Wet weather gear
Cold weather gear
Eye Protection
Ear Protection
Baseball cap
Ballistic Vest
Ballistic helmet (Only if issued)
Hydration source
Note taking materials
Training or SWAT Uniform
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
May
6
8:00 AM08:00
Higher Level Rifle Manipulation Course
Instructor: Lt. Matthew Dembowski, Monroe Police Department
Course Description:
*This is a physically demanding course. Be prepared to be physically and mentally challenged.
*This is NOT a basic rile course. Students should have a solid working knowledge of how to manipulate a rifle.
The focus of this course is on elevated and updated rifle precision and manipulation skills during tactical operations. This course offers students an enhanced understanding of human body awareness (body mechanics) as it pertains to physical coordination during combative engagements. The training offers students an increased sense of importance with the OODA Loop thought process, and how it pertains to the success of deadly force encounters. This is a high tempo, timing, and rhythm firearms course that requires attention to detail.
Equipment Needed:
Handgun with three magazines & minimum 200 rounds of handgun ammo,
Rifle with three rifle magazines & minimum 500 rounds of rifle
SWAT or tactical equipment, ballistic vest, ballistic helmet, boots, wet weather gear, cold weather gear, baseball cap, ear and eye protection.
*All rifles should be zeroed prior to the course start date.
* All handguns and rifles must be ready and in good working order prior to the start of the course.
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Questions? Email gatactical@gmail.com
Apr
2
8:00 AM08:00
Tactical Medicine
PLEASE NOTE UPDATED ADDRESS FOR THIS CLASS TO 140 BLAIN STREET MONROE, GA
Instructors: Lt Mathew Dembowski, Monroe Police Department & Lt John Webster, Walton County Fire
Description: The Self-Care/Buddy-Care Firearms Course is based on TCCC/TECC guidelines and instruction.
The 4-hour morning medical presentation covers both trauma and medical situations in which a responding officer may be presented with throughout their career.
The student will receive practical instruction and engagement of the needed skills as a precursor to the 4-hour afternoon firearms tasks and drills in which they must show physical proficiency, discipline, and mental strength under duress.
Equipment:
Handgun
Rifle (Optional)
3 Magazines of each
500 handgun rounds (Minimum)
500 Rifle rounds (Minimum)
Tactical gear or issued duty gear
Wet weather gear
Cold weather gear
Eye Protection
Ear Protection
Baseball cap
Ballistic Vest
Ballistic helmet (Only if issued)
Hydration source
Note taking materials
Training or SWAT Uniform
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Dec
10
8:00 AM08:00
Higher Level Rifle Manipulation Course (Dec 10)
Instructor: Matthew Dembowski
Course Description:
*This is a physically demanding course. Be prepared to be physically and mentally challenged.
*This is NOT a basic rile course. Students should have a solid working knowledge of how to manipulate a rifle.
The focus of this course is on elevated and updated rifle precision and manipulation skills during tactical operations. This course offers students an enhanced understanding of human body awareness (body mechanics) as it pertains to physical coordination during combative engagements. The training offers students an increased sense of importance with the OODA Loop thought process, and how it pertains to the success of deadly force encounters. This is a high tempo, timing, and rhythm firearms course that requires attention to detail.
Equipment Needed:
Handgun with three magazines & minimum 200 rounds of handgun ammo,
Rifle with three rifle magazines & minimum 500 rounds of rifle
SWAT or tactical equipment, ballistic vest, ballistic helmet, boots, wet weather gear, cold weather gear, baseball cap, ear and eye protection.
*All rifles should be zeroed prior to the course start date.
* All handguns and rifles must be ready and in good working order prior to the start of the course.
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Questions? Email gatactical@gmail.com
Nov
19
8:00 AM08:00
Higher Level Rifle Manipulation Course
Instructor: Matthew Dembowski
Course Description:
*This is a physically demanding course. Be prepared to be physically and mentally challenged.
*This is NOT a basic rile course. Students should have a solid working knowledge of how to manipulate a rifle.
The focus of this course is on elevated and updated rifle precision and manipulation skills during tactical operations. This course offers students an enhanced understanding of human body awareness (body mechanics) as it pertains to physical coordination during combative engagements. The training offers students an increased sense of importance with the OODA Loop thought process, and how it pertains to the success of deadly force encounters. This is a high tempo, timing, and rhythm firearms course that requires attention to detail.
Equipment Needed:
Handgun with three magazines & minimum 200 rounds of handgun ammo,
Rifle with three rifle magazines & minimum 500 rounds of rifle
SWAT or tactical equipment, ballistic vest, ballistic helmet, boots, wet weather gear, cold weather gear, baseball cap, ear and eye protection.
*All rifles should be zeroed prior to the course start date.
* All handguns and rifles must be ready and in good working order prior to the start of the course.
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Questions? Email gatactical@gmail.com
Oct
8
8:00 AM08:00
Tactical Medicine
Instructors: Lt Mathew Dembowski, Monroe Police Department & Lt John Webster, Walton County Fire
Description: The Self-Care/Buddy-Care Firearms Course is based on TCCC/TECC guidelines and instruction.
The 4-hour morning medical presentation covers both trauma and medical situations in which a responding officer may be presented with throughout their career.
The student will receive practical instruction and engagement of the needed skills as a precursor to the 4-hour afternoon firearms tasks and drills in which they must show physical proficiency, discipline, and mental strength under duress.
Equipment:
Handgun
Rifle (Optional)
3 Magazines of each
500 handgun rounds (Minimum)
500 Rifle rounds (Minimum)
Tactical gear or issued duty gear
Wet weather gear
Cold weather gear
Eye Protection
Ear Protection
Baseball cap
Ballistic Vest
Ballistic helmet (Only if issued)
Hydration source
Note taking materials
Training or SWAT Uniform
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Sep
17
8:00 AM08:00
Higher Level Rifle Manipulation Course (Sept 17)
Instructor: Matthew Dembowski
Course Description:
*This is a physically demanding course. Be prepared to be physically and mentally challenged.
*This is NOT a basic rile course. Students should have a solid working knowledge of how to manipulate a rifle.
The focus of this course is on elevated and updated rifle precision and manipulation skills during tactical operations. This course offers students an enhanced understanding of human body awareness (body mechanics) as it pertains to physical coordination during combative engagements. The training offers students an increased sense of importance with the OODA Loop thought process, and how it pertains to the success of deadly force encounters. This is a high tempo, timing, and rhythm firearms course that requires attention to detail.
Equipment Needed:
Handgun with three magazines & minimum 200 rounds of handgun ammo,
Rifle with three rifle magazines & minimum 500 rounds of rifle
SWAT or tactical equipment, ballistic vest, ballistic helmet, boots, wet weather gear, cold weather gear, baseball cap, ear and eye protection.
*All rifles should be zeroed prior to the course start date.
* All handguns and rifles must be ready and in good working order prior to the start of the course.
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Questions? Email gatactical@gmail.com
Sep
12
8:00 AM08:00
Tactical Medicine
Instructors: Lt Mathew Dembowski, Monroe Police Department & Lt. John Webster, Walton County Fire
The Self-Care/Buddy-Care Firearms Course is based on TCCC/TECC guidelines and instruction.
The 4-hour morning medical presentation covers both trauma and medical situations in which a responding officer may be presented with throughout their career.
The student will receive practical instruction and engagement of the needed skills as a precursor to the 4-hour afternoon firearms tasks and drills in which they must show physical proficiency, discipline, and mental strength under duress.
Equipment:
Handgun
Rifle (Optional)
3 Magazines of each
500 handgun rounds (Minimum)
500 Rifle rounds (Minimum)
Tactical gear or issued duty gear
Wet weather gear
Cold weather gear
Eye Protection
Ear Protection
Baseball cap
Ballistic Vest
Ballistic helmet (Only if issued)
Hydration source
Note taking materials
Training or SWAT Uniform
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Sep
12
8:00 AM08:00
Red Dot Handgun
Instructor: Christopher DeWitt
Course Description:
Red dot Handgun teaches, develops, and hones practical, efficient, and effective red dot pistol marksmanship and speed. During the course we will focus on finding the dot during pistol presentation, draw stroke, levels of sight confirmation, shooting the dot at speed, target transitions, and more.
Equipment Needed:
Handgun w/ quality Red Dot Optic
3 Handgun magazines
Quality OWB or IWB Holster **No SEPRA style holsters**
Magazine Holder(s)
Quality/Sturdy Belt
Ear and Eye Protection
500 rounds ammo (minimum)
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Questions? Email gatactical@gmail.com
Sep
3
9:00 AM09:00
Vehicle Assault Tactics (Sept)
Instructor: Jimmy Choy, Monroe Police Department
Description: This course is for narcotics, gang, and vice detective, task force officer, or SWAT personnel that assists these units. We will explore small unit techniques for vehicle assaults/takedowns and vehicle-based undercover officer rescue utilizing the least number of personnel available.
Equipment Needed: Duty/tactical vest, duty belt, and eye protection. Simunition guns and rounds will be provided
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Questions? Email gatactical@gmail.com
Aug
23
8:00 AM08:00
Tactical Lock Picking
Instructors: Pat Watson, Uncensored Tactical
Description: Discover the art of lock picking, bypassing, decoding, and exploiting locked obstacles in this hands-on introductory course. Attendees will learn some of the fastest and most reliable nondestructive entry methods for some of the most common locks they will encounter on patrol and operations. Experience professional-grade entry tools and practice unlocking real locks at our dedicated training facility. Instruction provided by Pat Watson, former military / LEO, and full-time covert entry instructor.
Equipment: Everything will be provided
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Jul
10
8:00 AM08:00
Breaching Course
Instructor: Eric Phillips, GPSTC
Course Description:
This hands-on, dynamic course is designed to aid the first responder in approaching and breaching a structure using traditional and non-traditional methods.
Equipment Needed:
Items to bring
- Breaching tools, if none GPSTC will supply
- SWAT/Duty Gear
- Ear Protection
- Eye Protection
- Gloves
Open to: Full time sworn Law Enforcement officer- Patrol – SWAT – Jail – Courts – Admin
FREE to GTOA & ATOA Members OR become a GTOA Member for $50.
POST Credit will be given.
Questions? Email gatactical@gmail.com