SWAT Basic Events
October 2025
13oct(oct 13)12:00 am17(oct 17)11:59 pmSWAT Basic Course
Time
October 13, 2025 12:00 am - October 17, 2025 11:59 pm(GMT-07:00)
Event Details
WSTOA’s Basic SWAT course is 5 days and 50 training hours The focus of WSTOA’s Basic SWAT course is the basic required knowledge for officers and deputies newly assigned to
Event Details
WSTOA’s Basic SWAT course is 5 days and 50 training hours The focus of WSTOA’s Basic SWAT course is the basic required knowledge for officers and deputies newly assigned to SWAT or Tactical Response Teams. The target audience are individuals who have recently been assigned to SWAT, they will gain the understanding of contemporary theories and concepts used during SWAT operations. Students will participate in classroom and field exercises designed to develop their understanding of the tactics and techniques employed during tactical operations. This course is facilitated by experienced SWAT team leaders and elements leaders currently assigned to Tier 1 and Tier 2 SWAT teams, experienced in developing newly assigned SWAT officers.
The primary course objectives are as follows:
- SWAT Theory & Concepts in order to gain an understanding of SWAT utilization during tactical operations.
- Team organization and structure, to include the responsibilities of each position within the team.
- Specialized equipment and munitions introduction used by SWAT Teams.
- Tactics used during armed barricaded incidents and high risk warrant service missions.
- Proper Scouting and Operational Plan & the necessity of after-action reviews.
- Dynamic, Slow and Methodical, and Covert movement techniques.
Required Equipment:
- Helmet
- Entry Vest
- Gloves
- Tactical Uniform
- Rifle/SMG
- Handgun
- Eye and hearing protection
- APR (Gas Mask)
- PT gear
- Simunition, Force on Force, UTM bolt or rifle with 150 rounds of marking cartridges
- Simunition, Force on Force, UTM protective gear
Location:
- Richland Police Department Range Facility
- 3230 Twin Bridges Rd., Richland, WA
Cost:
- $700.00
Time:
- Day 1 (Monday) Start time 0800 hrs.
Registration:
Cancellation:
- Deadline to cancel is 7 days prior to class.
- $700 no show or late cancellation fee.
Question?
- Contact Matthew Nelson at mnelson@ci.richland.wa.us
Cost
700.00
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Hosted Training Events
June 2025
16junAll Day17Ballistic Shield
Time
June 16, 2025 - June 17, 2025 (All Day)(GMT-07:00)
Event Details
Course Overview:This course is designed to teach the student various methods of ballistic shield use during tactical clearing. This includes firearmsdrills with the shield, the use
Event Details
Course Overview:
This course is designed to teach the student various methods of ballistic shield use during tactical clearing. This includes firearms
drills with the shield, the use of one and two officer shield teams, and the use and construction of a tactical mirror.
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View The Course Overview and Instructional Goals
Registration Deadline: 5/16/2025Course # 20250900
Prerequisites: Sworn full-time law enforcement personnel
Training Location:
Lakewood Police Department
9401 Lakewood Dr SW
Lakewood, WA 98499
Student Equipment: Please see preface for a detailed student equipment list.
Start Time: 0800
Co-host Point of Contact: Officer Michael Wiley mwiley@cityoflakewood.us
Nearest Airport: Seattle-Tacoma International
Hotel Suggestions:
Fairfield Inn and Suites
1515 Wilmington Dr
Dupont, WA 98327
Phone #:360-334-3314
Cancellation Policy:
Due to limited seating, we request that you cancel at least 30 days before a scheduled class start date. This gives us the
opportunity to find a replacement for your seat.
Cancellations made 30 days or more in advance of the course start date will receive a 100% refund.
Cancellations made 7 – 29 days in advance will receive a full refund less a $150 processing fee.
Cancellations made less than 7 days in advance will NOT receive a refund.
Substitutions are acceptable at any time.
No refunds will be given for no shows.
Hosted By
NATIONAL TACTICAL OFFICERS ASSOCIATION
Co-Hosted By
Lakewood Police Department
Cost
NTOA Individuals Members: $406.00 | Non-Member (includes 1-year individual membership)Online: $461.00
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July 2025
07jul(jul 7)2:25 am10(jul 10)2:25 amSurveillance Course
Time
July 7, 2025 2:25 am - July 10, 2025 2:25 am(GMT-07:00)
Event Details
Puyallup Police Department Training Center1531 39th Ave Se Puyallup, WA 98374July 7th-10th 2025 (Monday- Thursday) 0800-1800 Course Overview:In today’s rapidly evolving landscape
Event Details
Puyallup Police Department Training Center
1531 39th Ave Se Puyallup, WA 98374
July 7th-10th 2025 (Monday- Thursday) 0800-1800
Course Overview:
In today’s rapidly evolving landscape of technology, cell phones, social media and more, effective case development in criminal investigations requires a multifaceted approach. This training course offers a unique blend of physical surveillance techniques and historic cell record analysis, equipping participants with the
skills to gather, analyze, and interpret data from both the physical environment and cell record footprints. Students will learn that when the two are combined, it is a powerful tool not only for apprehension but:
- Showing teams where and how to latch onto those 3,339m pings
- Identifying and locating co-conspirators
- Finding where the physical evidence went after the crime to help support your case for court (clothing, get away vehicle, firearms, etc.)
- Showing a team where to canvas for video and what direction the suspect(s) fled after the crime
- Identifying and finding potential stash houses and hideouts for narcotic investigations
Target Audience:
This course is designed for law enforcement Officers, Detectives, Task Forces, Street Crime Teams and SWAT who are looking to enhance their investigative and apprehension capabilities through innovative techniques of combining physical surveillance with cell record analysis.
Learning Objectives:
Understanding Physical Surveillance:
Participants will learn the fundamentals of physical surveillance, including observation techniques, situational awareness, and mission planning.
Introduction to Cell Record Analysis:
The course will provide an overview of cell phone technology, including how call detail records (CDRs) work, and their relevance in investigative scenarios. Students will make their own “playbooks” from CDRs.
Data Correlation Techniques:
Participants will explore methods for integrating physical observations on the street with historic cell data by creating actionable intel and operation packets before launching out.
Real-World Application:
Through case studies and hands-on exercises, learners will practice combining physical surveillance methods with cell record analysis to help build and develop a criminal case for court.
Registration:
Register before May 15th- $600
After May 15th- $700
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15jul(jul 15)8:00 am17(jul 17)5:00 pmCritical Incident Leadership
Time
July 15, 2025 8:00 am - July 17, 2025 5:00 pm(GMT-07:00)
Event Details
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This 24-hour professional development course develops and improves a student’s critical decision-making skills. In other words, this course teaches students how to think in chaos. The course utilizes direct instruction, facilitated discussion, and small group
Event Details
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This 24-hour professional development course develops and improves a student’s critical decision-making skills. In other words, this course teaches students how to think in chaos.
The course utilizes direct instruction, facilitated discussion, and small group exercises to develop principles, strategies, and cognitive thinking skills which then may be applied to any number and types of incidents the student may encounter during their career.
Critical Incident Leadership develops students’ abilities to apply specific proven principles, many of which were outlined by legendary SWAT commander Sid Heal in his books Sound Doctrine and Field Command. Students apply the principles learned to actual critical incident scenarios through realistic decision-making exercises based upon lessons learned and best practices. Students will be given a framework to manage any critical incident prior to the arrival of SWAT or additional resources. Students will learn the skills and principles to effectively navigate the types of incidents they may encounter in their careers. Law enforcement’s role in mitigating the risks to the public and officers, as well as appropriate confrontation of suspects and subjects will be explored. The principles taught in the course are consistent with widely accepted best practices for de-escalation and management of critical incidents.
Each student will receive a class workbook for notes and exercises specifically designed for students to demonstrate understanding of concepts presented.
Dates: July 15-17, 2025
Location: Walla Walla County Sheriff’s Office
Course Cost: $525.00
More Information / Register: https://www.joppatraining.com/w/courses/25-critical-incident-leadership
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28jul01augMan Tracking Operations
Time
July 28, 2025 2:25 am - August 1, 2025 2:25 am(GMT-07:00)
Event Details
The Man Tracking Operations course presented by Backcountry Tactics prepares SWAT Teams and tactical units to participate manhunts for dangerous fugitives in a rural, woodland, and open-air environments. Topics include
Event Details
The Man Tracking Operations course presented by Backcountry Tactics prepares SWAT Teams and tactical units to participate manhunts for dangerous fugitives in a rural, woodland, and open-air environments. Topics include Visual Tracking, Land Navigation, Firearms Skills, Patrolling Tactics, Tacking Team Tactics, Grid Search Team Tactics, Integrating K9 assets, Coordinating with Air Assets, and Incident Command Considerations. The course is presented using focused lectures, extensive field exercises, force-on-force scenarios with role players, a tabletop exercise, and a final functional exercise. The course is limited to 8 students.
Dates: July 28 – August 1, 2025 (first day starts at 0800)
Location: Camp Bonneville, 23201 NE Pluss Road, Vancouver WA, 98682
Tuition: $1195 per officer
To Register: https://backcountrytactics.com/
Backcountry Tactics will provide the following for each student:
- A Simunition™ M4/M16/AR15 conversion kit and sufficient Simunition SecuriBlanks™ for each student’s use during the course.
- Land navigation tools and tracking equipment for each student’s use during the course.
- A reference quality student manual for each student to keep.
To participate in the course each student should bring the following:
- An M4/M16/AR15 variant rifle with a sling and three magazines.
- Duty handgun with holster and three magazines.
- 300 rounds of rifle training ammunition and 50 rounds of handgun training ammunition.
- Uniforms suitable for open air training preferably in a camouflage or OD green color.
- Additional clothing suitable for prevailing weather conditions and inclement weather.
- Issued ballistic vest and load bearing gear.
- A small backpack.
For more information contact:
Charlie Winslow
757-636-1733
backcountrytactics@outlook.com
30jul01augEP Tactical Performance Lab
Time
July 30, 2025 8:00 am - August 1, 2025 5:00 pm(GMT-07:00)
Event Details
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Our 3-day Tactical Performance Lab is meant to objectively assess officers’ physical and shooting capabilities, while going further in depth on shooting fundamentals (both static drills and dynamics
Event Details
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Our 3-day Tactical Performance Lab is meant to objectively assess officers’ physical and shooting capabilities, while going further in depth on shooting fundamentals (both static drills and dynamics drills).
This will NOT be a smoke session, but will have job-specific tests to identify weaknesses, and highlight proficiencies. The class will teach officers how to train with purpose, similar to a professional athlete, while focusing on the specific job requirements of a SWAT operator, both shooting and fitness-related.
Dates: July 30 – August 1, 2025 (first day starts at 0800)
Location: Tacoma WA
Course Cost: $800
To Register: https://iep-courses.com/tacomawa2025547089
Website: inextremisperformance.com
Event Flyer: View Here
CONTACT INFO:
AARON DUGGER
aaron@inextremisperformance.com
HERBERT CHUNG – TACOMA PD
HChung@cityoftacoma.org
August 2025
28jul01augMan Tracking Operations
Time
July 28, 2025 2:25 am - August 1, 2025 2:25 am(GMT-07:00)
Event Details
The Man Tracking Operations course presented by Backcountry Tactics prepares SWAT Teams and tactical units to participate manhunts for dangerous fugitives in a rural, woodland, and open-air environments. Topics include
Event Details
The Man Tracking Operations course presented by Backcountry Tactics prepares SWAT Teams and tactical units to participate manhunts for dangerous fugitives in a rural, woodland, and open-air environments. Topics include Visual Tracking, Land Navigation, Firearms Skills, Patrolling Tactics, Tacking Team Tactics, Grid Search Team Tactics, Integrating K9 assets, Coordinating with Air Assets, and Incident Command Considerations. The course is presented using focused lectures, extensive field exercises, force-on-force scenarios with role players, a tabletop exercise, and a final functional exercise. The course is limited to 8 students.
Dates: July 28 – August 1, 2025 (first day starts at 0800)
Location: Camp Bonneville, 23201 NE Pluss Road, Vancouver WA, 98682
Tuition: $1195 per officer
To Register: https://backcountrytactics.com/
Backcountry Tactics will provide the following for each student:
- A Simunition™ M4/M16/AR15 conversion kit and sufficient Simunition SecuriBlanks™ for each student’s use during the course.
- Land navigation tools and tracking equipment for each student’s use during the course.
- A reference quality student manual for each student to keep.
To participate in the course each student should bring the following:
- An M4/M16/AR15 variant rifle with a sling and three magazines.
- Duty handgun with holster and three magazines.
- 300 rounds of rifle training ammunition and 50 rounds of handgun training ammunition.
- Uniforms suitable for open air training preferably in a camouflage or OD green color.
- Additional clothing suitable for prevailing weather conditions and inclement weather.
- Issued ballistic vest and load bearing gear.
- A small backpack.
For more information contact:
Charlie Winslow
757-636-1733
backcountrytactics@outlook.com
30jul01augEP Tactical Performance Lab
Time
July 30, 2025 8:00 am - August 1, 2025 5:00 pm(GMT-07:00)
Event Details
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Our 3-day Tactical Performance Lab is meant to objectively assess officers’ physical and shooting capabilities, while going further in depth on shooting fundamentals (both static drills and dynamics
Event Details
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Our 3-day Tactical Performance Lab is meant to objectively assess officers’ physical and shooting capabilities, while going further in depth on shooting fundamentals (both static drills and dynamics drills).
This will NOT be a smoke session, but will have job-specific tests to identify weaknesses, and highlight proficiencies. The class will teach officers how to train with purpose, similar to a professional athlete, while focusing on the specific job requirements of a SWAT operator, both shooting and fitness-related.
Dates: July 30 – August 1, 2025 (first day starts at 0800)
Location: Tacoma WA
Course Cost: $800
To Register: https://iep-courses.com/tacomawa2025547089
Website: inextremisperformance.com
Event Flyer: View Here
CONTACT INFO:
AARON DUGGER
aaron@inextremisperformance.com
HERBERT CHUNG – TACOMA PD
HChung@cityoftacoma.org
September 2025
08sep(sep 8)8:00 am09(sep 9)5:00 pmSUPERVISING PATROL CRITICAL INCIDENTS
Time
September 8, 2025 8:00 am - September 9, 2025 5:00 pm(GMT-07:00)
Event Details
COURSE DESCRIPTION: 16 HOURS OF TRAINING OVER 2 DAYS – This course is designed to provide patrol supervisors with the information and tools needed to manage a critical incident prior
Event Details
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
16 HOURS OF TRAINING OVER 2 DAYS – This course is designed to provide patrol supervisors with the information and tools needed to manage a critical incident prior to the arrival of SWAT. Understanding the methodology used in managing a dynamic tactical problem, incident command system fundamentals, and the 4 primary types of critical incidents involving an adversary will give the patrol supervisor the tools needed to succeed during these events.
- The characteristics of a crisis
- Basic law enforcement strategy
- Primary mistakes made during large-scale critical incidents
- Managing a dynamic tactical problem methodology
- The basic strategy for managing chaos
- The “Big 4” – hostage situations, barricaded suspects, active shooters and apprehending fleeing felons
- Legal realities
- Crisis leadership
Dates:
2 Days – 9/8/2025 – 9/9/2025
Location:
Longview, WA
Fees:
Members: $264.00
Non-Mem: $319.00
More Information / Register:
https://public.ntoa.org/default.asp?action=viewcourse&courseid=20254560
Event Flyer:
View Here
National Tactical Officers Association:
ntoa.org
800-279-9127
October 2025
20oct(oct 20)2:50 am22(oct 22)2:50 amTraining Management and Risk Mitigation for SWAT
Time
October 20, 2025 2:50 am - October 22, 2025 2:50 am(GMT-07:00)
Event Details
10/20/2025 thru 10/22/2025Burlington, WACo-Hosted By Skagit County Sheriff’s Office Course Overview:A three-day course designed to provide SWAT Team leaders and trainers with
Event Details
10/20/2025 thru 10/22/2025
Burlington, WA
Co-Hosted By Skagit County Sheriff’s Office
Course Overview:
A three-day course designed to provide SWAT Team leaders and trainers with the ability to design, plan and prepare proactive training guidelines, manuals, events, calendars and support documents in order to best utilize limited training time and opportunities in order to produce the highest quality personnel and team capability; and to provide SWAT Team leaders and trainers with proven risk mitigation methodologies to counter risk within the three main risk areas for SWAT Teams, i.e. legal, training and operations.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS COURSE ONLINE
NTOA Individuals Members: $320.00
Non-Member (includes 1-year individual membership) Online: $375.00
Registration Deadline: 9/22/2025
Course #20253180
Prerequisites: Sworn full-time law enforcement personnel, Fire/EMS members
Training Location
16220 Peterson Rd
Burlington, WA 98233
Student Equipment
Please see preface for a detailed student equipment list.
Start Time: 0800
Co-host Point of Contact:
Gary Huehnerhoff
garymh@co.skagit.wa.us
Nearest Airport:
Bellingham International Airport
Hotel Suggestions:
LA Quinta
1670 S Burlington Blvd
Burlington, WA 98233
Phone #:360 205-9205
Cancellation Policy:
Due to limited seating, we request that you cancel at least 30 days before a scheduled class start date. This gives us the opportunity to find a replacement for your seat.
- Cancellations made 30 days or more in advance of the course start date will receive a 100% refund.
- Cancellations made 7 – 29 days in advance will receive a full refund less a $150 processing fee.
- Cancellations made less than 7 days in advance will NOT receive a refund.
- Substitutions are acceptable at any time.
- No refunds will be given for no shows.
December 2025
01decAll Day04Centrifuge Low Light Instructor
Time
December 1, 2025 - December 4, 2025 (All Day)(GMT-08:00)
Event Details
Your instructor can be reached via email at cjenkins@centrifugetraining.com or bbuchanan@centrifugetraining.com. Closest Major Airport: Tri-Cities Airport (PSC) Recommended Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn – 401
Event Details
Your instructor can be reached via email at cjenkins@centrifugetraining.com or bbuchanan@centrifugetraining.com.
Closest Major Airport: Tri-Cities Airport (PSC)
Recommended Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn – 401 E. Yakima Ave, Yakima, WA 98901;
Home2 Suits – 2420 West Nob Hill Blvd, Yakima, WA, 98902
Location: Yakima, WA
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