SWAT Basic Events
October 2026
11octAll Day16Fall SWAT Basic Course
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Class Dates: Sunday, October 11th, 2026, to Friday, October 16th, 2026. Start time on Sunday, October 11th will be 1200 hrs. Class Location: Richland Police Range 3230 Twin Bridges
Event Details
Class Dates:
- Sunday, October 11th, 2026, to Friday, October 16th, 2026. Start time on Sunday, October 11th will be 1200 hrs.
Class Location:
- Richland Police Range
- 3230 Twin Bridges Rd., Richland, WA
Details:
WSTOA’s Basic SWAT course is 6 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.
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
Recommended Hotel:
- TownePlace Suites by Marriott Richland Columbia Point
Cost:
- $750.00
Registration:
Registration Will Be On Sunday, Oct 11th In PT Gear.
Question?
- Contact Matthew Nelson at mnelson@richlandwa.gov
Hosted Training Events
July 2026
06jul(jul 6)8:00 am09(jul 9)5:00 pmBallistic Shield Instructor Program
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Presented by TacFlow Academy | Hosted by Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office July 6-9, 2026 Day 1 location 8915 Cathcart Way Snohomish, Washington 98296 $1250 per Student Course Description The 4 Day Ballistic
Event Details
Presented by TacFlow Academy | Hosted by Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office
July 6-9, 2026
Day 1 location
8915 Cathcart Way
Snohomish, Washington 98296
$1250 per Student
Course Description
The 4 Day Ballistic Shield Instructor Course is a culmination of years of actual operational experience and training
evolutions. This is a comprehensive look into various law enforcement high risk situations and how best to leverage
ballistics shields to increase favorable outcomes. Our tactics presented are geared toward worst case scenario and
everything is pressure tested. If your agency or team isn’t incorporating ballistic shields into your movement indoors
or in open areas, this class will allow you to explore the effectiveness of shield work and bring it back to your
department.
Course Topics:
- Deliberate clearance
- Low light shield work
- Threshold management
- HRT/crisis entry response
- Active Shooter Response
- Window team breaching options
- Vehicle assault/vehicle hostage rescue
- Individual live fire skill sets
- Combative applications
Gear List:
- Pistol/ 700 rounds
- Carbine/ 100 rounds
- 140 rounds Simunition (majority pistol)
- Duty gear, vest, helmet
- Eye & ear pro
- Dedicated pistol mounted weapon light
- Force on force face & throat protection
20julAll Day23Vector Consulting Ballistic Shield Instructor
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Date / Time: July, 20-23, 2026 Training Day 1 starts at 0900hrs, starting in the classroom at the Moxee Police Department (See below) TD1 0900-1700 TD2 1500-2300 TD3 0900-1700 TD4 0900-1700 Location: Moxee Police Department 7525
Event Details
Date / Time: July, 20-23, 2026
Training Day 1 starts at 0900hrs, starting in the classroom at the Moxee Police Department (See below)
- TD1 0900-1700
- TD2 1500-2300
- TD3 0900-1700
- TD4 0900-1700
Location:
Moxee Police Department
7525 Postma Rd, Moxee, WA 98936
*Range is off-site
Student Equipment List:
- Ballistic Shield (Training shields can be provided upon request)
- Duty Handgun with a minimum of 3 magazines
- 800 rounds of Handgun ammunition
- NLTA Handgun/Conversion (UTM, Simunitions, 17T, etc.)
- 300 rounds of NLTA Marking Rounds
- Protective gear for NLTA/SIM training – Helmet / Mask, gloves, etc.
- Duty Belt/Duty Rig with sturdy holster
- Ballistic Vest / Plate Carrier
- Lighting Systems – Handheld light, Weapon light, Shield lighting, etc.
- Spare batteries for lighting systems
- 4 glow sticks/chem lights or 2 electronic marker lights
- Ear and eye protection (clear eye protection for low light)
- Range-appropriate clothing
- Food and beverage
- Note-taking material or mobile device
Cost: $1,200
September 2026
14sepAll Day16Mowery Tactical Concepts Vehicle Interdiction for Law Enforcement 3-Day Course
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Dates: 9/14/26 – 9/16/26 Location: Yakima Police Department 200
Event Details
Dates: 9/14/26 – 9/16/26
Location:
Yakima Police Department
200 S. 3rd Street
Yakima, WA 98901
Course Description:
Vehicle Interdiction for Law Enforcement is 3 day course designed to help officers safely and decisively execute post PIT events with controlled PIN maneuvers and containment strategies.
Equipment List:
- Duty pistol and duty belt
- Minimum 3 pistol mags
- 500 rounds of pistol ammo
- 400 rounds of force on force ammo
- Ear and Eye protection
- Inclement weather gear
- Long sleeve shirt / gloves / hat
- Ballistic or Bump helmet
- Plate carrier with rifle rated plates
- Personal food and hydration
- No shoulder holsters or Serpa
Cost: $600
Website: Mowery Tactical Concepts
17sepAll Day18Mowery Tactical Concepts Performance Pistol and Rifle – 2 Day Course
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Dates: 9/17/26 – 9/18/26 Location: Yakima County Sheriff’s Office Range 1400 block Sun Targets Road Moxee, WA 98936 Course Description: Performance Pistol Performance pistol goes beyond the traditional flat range firearms training. It
Event Details
Dates: 9/17/26 – 9/18/26
Location:
Yakima County Sheriff’s Office Range
1400 block Sun Targets Road
Moxee, WA 98936
Course Description:
Performance Pistol
Performance pistol goes beyond the traditional flat range firearms training. It is a specialized approach that focuses on developing the fundamentals of the shooter to allow them to perform under pressure, making accurate and consistent shots, and honing essential skills that are crucial in self-defense scenarios.
Performance Rifle
Performance rifle is all about taking your shooting of the rifle to a new level. This course is designed for shooters who have a general understanding of shooting concepts but may want to build their abilities and really learn how to shoot the carbine efficiently and effectively. Duty pistol and duty belt.
Equipment List:
- Duty Pistol
- Minimum 3 pistol magazines
- 1000 rounds of pistol ammo
- Ear and Eye protection
- Inclement weather gear
- Personal food and hydration
- No shoulder holsters or Serpa
- Patrol rifle with your preferred zero and sling
- Minimum 3 magazines with magazine pouch
- 1000 rounds of rifle ammo
Cost: $450
Website: Mowery Tactical Concepts
28sepAll Day30Force-on-Force Instructor Certification Course
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September 28-30, 2026 / Monroe, WA Hosted by Washington State Patrol Cost: $675.00 – Please complete the membership process prior to registering for the course Firearms instructors are often tasked with conducting force-on-force,
Event Details
September 28-30, 2026 / Monroe, WA
Hosted by Washington State Patrol
Cost: $675.00 – Please complete the membership process prior to registering for the course
Firearms instructors are often tasked with conducting force-on-force, or simulation training, since scenarios are often firearms-oriented in nature. This 3-day / 24-hour instructor certification course is designed to train firearms instructors how to design, safely conduct, and effectively critique forceon-force drills and scenarios. All of the force-on-force training options, and their pros and cons, will be discussed. There is no expiration date for this certification.
NOTE: Candidates must a certified L.E. firearms instructor and NLEFIA member to attend.
Topics Covered:
- The purpose of force-on-force training and where it fits in a complete training program
- Firearms safety
- Safety protocols
- Various training equipment
- Various safety equipment
- How to design drills and scenarios
- How to render a training area safe for Force-on-Force training
- How to script actors
- How to brief and debrief drills and scenarios
For more information and to register for the course, go to our website at nlefia.org.
November 2026
Quarterly Training Events
No Events
Sniper Training
Snipercraft Northwest is comprised of active and retired police snipers whose primary mission is to help snipers be recognized and respected as the elite professionals they are through training and education. Snipercraft Northwest’s goal is to enhance the level of proficiency and professionalism of police snipers and to provide them with the tools necessary to help them accomplish their missions both safely and effectively. Follow the link below for a complete listing of Snipercraft Northwest’s training opportunities.