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
November 2026
09novAll Day11Low-Light / No-Light SWAT Sniper Operations
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LE Sniper Cornerstone Course (Basic) Register Here: https://www.moderndaysniper.com/product/low-light-yakima-nov-9-11-2026 Course Overview: Law enforcement sniper operations increasingly occur in low-light and no-light environments where positive identification, disciplined decision-making, and timely
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LE Sniper Cornerstone Course (Basic)
Register Here: https://www.moderndaysniper.com/product/low-light-yakima-nov-9-11-2026
Course Overview:
Law enforcement sniper operations increasingly occur in low-light and no-light environments where positive identification, disciplined decision-making, and timely intelligence collection are critical to mission success. This three-day course is designed specifically for law enforcement SWAT snipers tasked with providing precision overwatch, containment, and information collection in support of the tactical main effort.
This course focuses on the employment of white light, clip-on night vision devices, and infrared (IR) systems to maximize the sniper’s ability to observe, identify, and report while operating under reduced visibility. Students will develop practical, repeatable tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) that balance operational effectiveness, legal considerations, and risk management.
May 2027
03mayAll Day07SWAT Command Decision-Making and Leadership I
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Register For This Class Here Course Overview This course is designed to expose police SWAT Team Commanders and Supervisors to contemporary SWAT
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Course Overview
This course is designed to expose police SWAT Team Commanders and Supervisors to contemporary SWAT issues, tactics and procedures. Topics include major incident debriefs; leadership issues, emotional intelligence, justifying SWAT; the use of SWAT Teams; SWAT standards and professionalism; contemporary SWAT issues and concerns; SWAT and the media; selection, training, discipline and removal of supervisors and team members; crisis negotiations considerations; tactical operation center considerations; operational planning; weapons and equipment selection; legal issues and considerations; critical incident management; barricade and hostage procedures; warrant service planning and procedures; and much more.
Co-Hosted By Lakewood Police Department
Registration Deadline: 4/2/2027
Course: #20270730
Prerequisites: Sworn full-time law enforcement personnel
Training Location: 9401 Lakewood Drive SW Lakewood, WA 98499
Student Equipment: Please see preface for a detailed student equipment list.
Dates: 5/3/2027 thru 5/7/2027
Start Time: 0800
Co-host Point of Contact Training Coordinator: Mike Wiley mwiley@cityoflakewood.us
Nearest Airport: SEATAC
Hotel Suggestions:
Fairfield Inn and Suites
1515 Wilmington Drive
Dupont, WA 98327
Phone #:833-320-7257
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.
17mayAll Day18Ballistic Shield
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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
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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.
Co-Hosted By Lakewood Police Department
NTOA Individuals Members:
$479.00
Non-Member (includes 1-year individual membership)Online:
$534.00
Registration Deadline: 4/16/2027
Course: #20270740
Prerequisites: Sworn full-time law enforcement personnel
Training Location: 9401 Lakewood Drive SW Lakewood, WA 98499
Student Equipment: Please see preface for a detailed student equipment list.
Dates: 5/17/2027 thru 5/18/2027
Start Time: 0800
Co-host Point of Contact Training Coordinator: Mike Wiley mwiley@cityoflakewood.us
Nearest Airport: SEATAC
Hotel Suggestions:
Fairfield Inn and Suites
1515 Wilmington Drive
Dupont, WA 98327
Phone #:833-320-7257
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.
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.