(openings: 15)

Benelli shotgun armorer courses are designed for law enforcement/military personnel who are responsible for Benelli shotgun preventative maintenance, checks and service (PMCS). This course is structured to provide each student with a practical understanding of the advanced features that make Benelli shotguns unique. This course provides a complete and detailed answers to specific questions concerning the weapons mechanical functioning, operational procedure, field stripping and armorer detailed stripping, inspection(s), troubleshooting, and corrective actions/maintenance.

Time: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Location: Hotel
Speaker: David Brancato
Speaker Bio: David retired from the Clifton New Jersey Police Department in 2012, after 34 years of distinguished service. During his last 10 years of service he was assigned as the Clifton Police Department’s Range Master. David is one of the founding members of the Tactical Response Team which was formed in 1983, where he served as an Operator, Team Leader and the team’s lead Firearms and Tactics Instructor. He has trained law enforcement and military personnel throughout the country as one of the original adjunct instructors with Heckler & Koch’s International Training Division from 1990 through 2002. He has been instructing with Team One Network since its inception.”

• Students will not need to bring any equipment

(openings: 15)

This block of instruction updates the instructor with new technology that can be used in low light training to include use of flashlights, vehicle lighting, gun mounted lights and the change in tactics and issues relating to how we operate in low light conditions. Instructors will learn the appropriate instructional methods for tactical isolation exercises and scenarios in realistic low light training. Those successfully completing this course will be able to develop scenario and isolation exercise templates, select safe locations conducive to training, and utilize the proper safety equipment. During this block, students will receive a lecture via PowerPoint outlining the various aspects of operating and instructing others how to operate in a low light environment. Students will receive hands on instruction through the various hand held and weapon mounted light techniques (equipment provided by Team One), as well as practice quick training drills to improve their current training program.

No equipment needed

Time: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Hotel
Speaker: Mark Suchy
Speaker Bio: Mark Suchy has been working with Team One Network as an Adjunct Instructor since 2018. He instructs Low-Light tactics and live fire training for the pistol, rifle and shotgun. He also instructs pistol mounted optics classes. Mark is a retired Patrol Sergeant and 30 year veteran with the West Palm Beach, Florida Police Department. He has worked as a Patrol Officer, Auto Theft and Property Detective, and Field Training Officer. In 2008, Mark was promoted to Sergeant and put in charge of the Field Training Program. He supervised the Field Training Program for his last 12 years. Mark was a member of the S.W.A. T. Team for 15 years. He served in numerous positions on the team from Entry Team Member and Sniper to Sniper Team Leader and Sniper Team Instructor. Mark was an Adjunct Firearms Instructor for the Department, specializing in basic and advanced tactical pistol and rifle instruction. Mark is a State of Florida and N.R.A. certified Firearms Instructor. Mark was a Firearms and Classroom Instructor at the Palm Beach State College Criminal Justice Institute from 2008 to 2015. He has instructed at several conferences including ILEETA, IALEFI, and Florida’s Highway Patrol Public Safety Conference. Mark actively competes in USPSA, Steel Challenge, IDPA, 2 Gun and 3 Gun competitions.”

(openings: 17)

This course will discuss and practice the importance of impact gear and how to use the gear in your scenario-based training. ‘Being a good roll player” Trainers will have in introduction into integration exercises and moving in the training gear.

Time: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: PBSO Training Facility
Speaker: Raymond Merlin
Speaker Bio: “Raymond A. Merlin served In the United States Marine Corps for 4 years in security forces and infantry and has over 26 years with the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department (WI).  He worked the most of his career on 3rd shift patrol and was a 20 year member of the Tactical Response Team. Ray has a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice and Minor in Human Resource from Concordia University and is a Master instructor-trainer in Defense and Arrest Tactics, Principles of Subject Control, Firearms, Professional Communications, and Scenario Master Instructor. Ray serves on Advisory committees for the State of Wisconsin Training and Standards and is currently on the Tactical Advisory Committee for the State DOJ Training and Standards. Ray is a ILEETA Advisory Board member, an adjunct instruct and training coordinator for LE Training Division at Gateway Technical College-WI. Ray is an expert witness in Use of Force and Subject Control.”

(openings: 21)

The ultimate goal of this class is to develop a basic understanding, and practical application of working from concealment in both the on-duty, and off-duty capacity. Case studies will be reviewed, latest holster technologies will be evaluated, less lethal options, secondary ammunition considerations, low light tactics, blue on blue shooting avoidance will be examined.

• Recommend clothing, gun, holster and magazine technologies, and placement
• Create blue on blue reduction strategies
• Evaluate policy to include less lethal options, i.e. O.C., flashlights, etc.
• Discuss off-duty tactics and procedures.
• Develop post engagement procedures and responsibilities to include identification and verbal skills.
• Review basic range exercises to develop competency.


Time: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Hotel
Speaker: Lou Ann Hamblin
Speaker Bio: Lou Ann Hamblin retired from a Michigan-based police department after having proudly served the law enforcement profession for 22 years. Lou Ann has had many roles during her law enforcement career to include uniform patrol, bike patrol, training, undercover street narcotics and prostitution operations. She also had a temporary assignment with a DEA Task Force. She holds a master’s degree in Human Performance Technology and Instructional Design from the University of Michigan. In 2015 She received alumnus of the year from U of M’s School of Education for the work she has done in public service training.

Lou Ann is co-owner of LouKa Tactical, a law enforcement training and consulting service provider operating since 1999. Lou Ann holds instructor certifications in a variety of disciplines. She specializes in training specialty units and female officers and has personally trained over 6,000 law enforcement women in pistol alone. She is a Team One Network adjunct instructor and a Master Pistol Instructor through H/K and IALEFI. Since 1997 she has instructed internationally in the areas of instructor development, training for specialty units and officer survival to include presentations at: The International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association (ILEETA), The International Association of Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors (IALEFI), National Tactical Officer’s Association (NTOA), Michigan Tactical Officer’s Association (MTOA) International Association of Women Police (IAWP) and A Girl and a Gun conferences, to name a few.

(openings: 28)

Use of force is a hot topic in today’s law enforcement world. This issue is further magnified when the subject of the encounter suffers from mental illness. Officers are expected to make split second decisions on the correct level of force they may employ and then may face the serious consequences of liability, legal issues, and litigation even if that officer employs what methods and actions he/she was trained to use.

This course will explore current cases, training methods, and hurdles an officer will encounter when force is used against a civilian. Liability, legal issues, and litigation will also be considered and

Time: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Hotel
Speaker: Hugo Harmatz
Speaker Bio: Hugo Harmatz, J.D., LL. M. has been involved as a law enforcement and military instructor for many years. He has been certified as a crisis intervention coordinator. Mr. Harmatz has also served as an instructor preparing military personnel and professional athletes in the areas of mental mindset, warfare, and physical confrontations. He has served as legal counsel to a number of military/intelligence associated organizations and chief legal counsel in the diplomatic field. Mr. Harmatz is admitted to the practice of law in a number of states, federal courts and the United States Supreme Court. He has successfully defended law enforcement officers, as well as prosecuted claims against law enforcement officers.

(openings: 24)

To cover skill sets from beginner to advanced in combat knife and pistol retention and disarm giving officers key training techniques to skill build and draw on.

Course Objective List (What the student will be able to do after training): Handgun disarm, knife disarm

To cover skill sets from beginner to advanced in combat knife and pistol disarm giving officers key training techniques to skill build and draw on.

This course has been taught both in the United States and internationally and was developed as collaboration between tier one operators of the law enforcement/SWAT community, the US Army Ranger Battalion, the US Marine Corps to advance the training of those that go in harm’s way every day. The system was developed to simplify training and movements to use instinctual reactions and body mechanics in relation to weapon retention and disarm. The system has been utilized in true life-threatening situations and is not a theory. The course consists of three phases: Body mechanics for retention and disarm, Dealing with Firearms, and a commutation of phases 1 and 2 which introduces the idea that you won’t always be fighting on a mat but sometimes in real-life settings and close quarters (against a wall, inside a car, around fences and curbs).

Student Requirements: Students must be ready to check ego at the door. Physical participation is required for the certification. No whining! Bring off duty holster, comfortable clothing, and be prepared to be physical.

Time: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Hotel
Speaker: Ted Simpson, Michelle Kimball-Miller and Scott Crisp
Speaker Bio: Ted Simpson
Michelle Kimball-Miller Okinawa Female Defensive Tactics Instructor
Scott Crisp – US Special Forces Medical, US Special OPS – US Army and US Air Force

(openings: 30)

Health Educator and Strength Coach at the Armed Forces wellness Center on Fort Liberty, NC, where he develops and executes task and environment-specific strength, nutrition and health/well-being programs at the BDE, BN, and Company levels.

Given the serious health risks associated with a law enforcement career, this curriculum will lay the foundation for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and optimal mental health and encouraging officers/instructors to seek support from family, friends and/or peers throughout their career. The curriculum builds a foundation for officers/instructors to be proactive and responsible for their physical and mental health, encouraging openness in communications and confidence in seeking assistance when needed.

At the end of this block of instruction, the student will achieve the following objectives:
1. Identify what behaviors offer protection against heart disease.
2. Define the term “metabolism” and explain why it is important for weight management.
3. List and describe the three macronutrients and their correct percentages, sources, and purposes.
4. Explain how to calculate a daily calorie need and how to develop a meal plan to meet energy needs.
5. Discuss the pros and cons of energy drinks, caffeine, and other common supplements.
6. List and explain at least four sleep hygiene practices.

Note taking material if desired.

Time: 8:00 am – 10:00 am
Speaker: John Combs
Speaker Bio: John Combs is a Health Educator and Strength Coach at the Armed Forces wellness Center on Fort Liberty, NC, where he develops and executes task and environment-specific strength, nutrition and health/well-being programs at the BDE, BN, and Company levels.
From 2003-2016, Combs served as the Physical Fitness Program Director and Chief Instructor at the NC Department of Justice/Justice Academy, and controlled the overall administration, planning, implementation, and daily operation of the Physical Fitness Program.

(openings: 30)

When training adult learners instructors need to establish measurable learning objectives. Concise objectives make it clear to students what they will be able to do at the end of training. Upon completion of this class participants will be able to write objectives that will be a vital component of a lesson plan

Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Hotel
Speaker: Mark E. Fettinger
Speaker Bio: Mark was the bureau chief for a State POST agency and provided direct training to police officers, including initial general topics and firearms instructor courses. He is the former Executive Director of IALEFI.

(openings: 20)

The Firearms training course will be to help trainers with a basic understanding of documentation and range training design. The first part of the day will be focused on discussion of the administrative side of training development. We will discuss Documentation which includes the lesson plan, training credit, Training objectives review.

The second part of the classroom presentation will focus on building courses of fire on paper. This section is a focus on how and why the courses are built the way they are.

The third part of the classroom presentation will focus on the actual range set up and how to best go about this on range day including organization and testing the course design.

The fourth part of the classroom presentation will be on actual administration of the range day when the instructors have students. This will include discussion on safety officers and debriefs.

The groups will then break out and create a basic lesson plan that builds a course of fire that another group will work through as students. The focus will be on creating a comprehensive training document because another group will be charged with using the plan and administering the training.

The 4 hours in the afternoon at the range will be used to build the courses and administer them. The group who made the training plan will be the students, and the randomly assigned group will build the course with the training document and act as safety officers. The student instructors will also be responsible for debriefing the training course per the objectives listed.

Objectives:
Students will be able to design and document a basic lesson plan for a firearms training course.

Students will be able to build a firearms training course using a basic lesson plan.

Students will be able to administer a firearms training course using a basic lesson plan.

Handgun w/Magazines or Speed loaders, Duty Belt
Handgun 100 rounds

Time: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Location: PBCO Range
Speaker: Dana Journey and Andy Frasier
Speaker Bio: My name is Dana Journey, I have been working at my agency for 12 years.  I took over the firearms department over 9 years ago.  Since then, I have built our program to focus on professionalism and basic skills building.  I am also an instructor at the Oregon State Police Academy.  I try to participate in instructing and training to learn and pass new skills and methods on to others. Learning is survival.

(openings: 17)

This class will provide instructors with an overview on the use and instruction of rifles fitted with low power variable optics. The class will begin with a look at both the policy and practical considerations of using a LPVO in a law enforcement setting, before looking at how to select and correctly set up an LPVO for optimal performance. After zeroing and reviewing marksmanship fundamentals with a fresh approach, participants will work through a series of drills built around the core shooting tasks an officer needs to be able to achieve when utilizing an LPVO (engaging targets on 1x, engaging targets using magnification, and managing magnification when engaging targets of varying difficulty). The information in this class can be used to build on an existing LPVO program, as an outline for a new LPVO program, or to address administrator concerns regarding the use of LPVO’s in law enforcement.

Rifle 350 Rounds
Patrol Rifle w/Magazines, Duty Belt
Patrol Rifle LPVO fitted to rifle and zeroed Rifle Sling
Eye and Ear Protection
Rear Bag (Optional)
Offset Red Dot (Optional)
Shooting Mat (Optional)
Knee and Elbow Pads (Optional)

Time: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: PBCO Range
Speaker: Cameron Lloyd and Ben Mann
Speaker Bio: Foresight Tactical
Cameron Lloyd spent 13 years in law enforcement first with the Queensland Police and later with Australian Border Force. During that time he worked in general duties, Academy firearms training, and as Officer in Charge of an outback police station where he was the only officer in an area exceeding 20000 square miles. He is now the co-owner of Foresight Tactical, providing specialist firearms training services both within Australia and internationally.

(openings: 19)

This course is designed to enlighten current police officers of the utility of the police shotgun. In a time where the police carbine rifle seems preferred to the exclusion of the shotgun Many firearm instructors believe the police shotgun outdated. nothing could be farther from the truth. Officers who hold this opinion seem to ignore the current generation of munitions that have given the police shotgun increase utility. Many come by this opinion honestly due to past training that seemed more punitive than enlightening. A universal combative shooting platform will be taught. as well as the importance of proper fitting of the shotgun. Outfitting a shotgun for low light use will also be covered.

Students will know the pro and cons of shotguns for police use Student will know the pros and cons of proper shotguns for police use. Students will know the 4 conditions of the shotgun and complete loading, unloading and slug drill. Students will pattern their shotguns with Buck shot at intermediate range and slugs at long range. Students will be able to select proper munitions for optimal shotgun performance. Students will demonstrate disassembly and assembly and function checks with their shotguns. Students will be able to perform transition drill to side arm and combat reloading.

50 rds. On duty pistol ammo
20 rds. rifled slug.
50 rds. of duty buck shot
50 rds. of bird shot or 7.5 /8 game loads.
Handgun w/Magazines or Speed loaders, Shotgun, Duty Belt
Eye and Ear protection ammo carrier for shogun ammo and mag pouches for side arms. Sling for shotgun.


Time: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: PBSO Range
Speaker: Jerry Zacharias
Speaker Bio: I was employed for over 16 years at the Marion City P.D., Marion, Ohio, Employed for over 12 years at the Ohio Peace Officers Training Academy as an LETO on the advance firearms training division. During 2005 I was employed as Civilian contractor as a firearms instructor to Iraqi police and border patrol .I have completed instructor training at H&K international, FLETC, Brunswick, Ga. Ohio Peace Officer training Academy. I have instructed firearms at previous IALEFI annual training conferences

(openings: 20)

This training is designed to teach and prepare students for defensive engagements in Deadly Force Encounters while controlling a handcuffed suspect in custody. Law Enforcement Officers are responsible for defending themselves, others, and/or suspects in their custody. On that premise, this training course is uniquely developed and designed to enhance the student’s awareness and alertness to positively identify a Deadly/Non-Deadly Threat(s) by single or multiple attackers in the Tactical Environment with Trained Judgmental Decisions and Responses.

1. Optimize using the Hinge/Rigid Handcuff for control and compliance in the Tactical Environment.
2. Maximize proficiency in One-Handed Shooting Skills efficiently and effectively.
3. Perform Verbal Communication and safe gun handling procedures under stress.
4. Identify and Safely Engage Single/Multiple Threats under Stress – Judgment calls.
5. Protect a handcuffed suspect in custody during a Deadly Force Encounter.
6. Perform basic natural movements and Shooting Positions
7. Maintain situational and environmental awareness and subject control under stress.

Handgun w/Magazines or Speed loaders, Duty Belt
Handgun 300 Rounds

Time: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: PBSO Range
Speaker: Michael Lazarus
Speaker Bio: Sergeant Lazarus is the Founder of Combative Systems International, a 25-year veteran, and Primary Firearms/Tactics and High-Risks Instructor (20) for Response Units, Task Forces, Counter Narcotics/Organized Crime Unit’s Entry/Rural Operations Team of the Trinidad, and Tobago Police Service. He received cross-training from the Special Forces and Special Operations Group of the Trinidad and Tobago Military and several high-profile training sessions from US government institutions. He conducted several training assignments in Afghanistan as a Defense Contractor.

(openings: 16)

The Red Dot Acquisition Mechanics Course is designed to assist agency personnel improve their individual abilities and understanding of the mechanics effecting repeatable acquisition of the “dot” when using a MRDS equipped pistol. With the MRDS equipped pistols becoming more prevalent in the law enforcement community, the most common complaint is officers having trouble finding their dot. Although the sight may have changed, the firearm it’s mounted on has not. Simply put, the MRDS routinely exposes inconsistencies with individual officer’s current techniques. This course will focus on acquiring the dot on their MRDS equipped pistols more consistently. The primary goal of this course is to help students better understand the mechanics behind delivering timely and well-placed shot/s on target. During this course, students will explore the elements of an effective draw, natural point of aim, impact of grip angle, trigger manipulation and recoil management, while using a MRDS. Training will include a brief classroom discussion and overview, followed by hands-on instruction utilizing demonstration, dry fire repetition and live fire exercises. This course has been modified to accommodate a 4-Hour block of instruction. This is primarily a shooting class.

Handgun (200-250 Rds.)
Handgun w/Magazines or Speed loaders, Duty Belt 3 Magazines
MRDS Holster with retention, Mag Pouch and Belt, Eye and Ear Protection, Baseball Hat
Appropriate clothing and footwear for the environment.


Time: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: PBCO Range
Speaker: Jim Meyers and Joe Lieneman
Speaker Bio: Jim comes to Tedder Industries with substantial experience in firearms instruction and modern law enforcement practices. He previously worked in the firearms industry as a Senior Instructor where he taught a wide range of course offerings both domestically and abroad to civilians, law enforcement and military personnel. Prior to working in the firearms industry, Jim was a Trooper and retired from a large state law enforcement agency on the East Coast.

(openings: 17)

The rise of Red Dot Sights (RDS) on Duty Pistols has been a “game changer” for law enforcement, but the mechanics of making an accurate shot is still a mystery to many police officers. We know a RDS alone is NOT going to make one shoot straight. Yes! The fundamentals of marksmanship still do apply even with an RDS. Go figure! This course will take a deep dive into the “traditional” fundamentals of marksmanship and introduce some modern concepts to help you get your shooters to the next level by finding out what is REALLY required to master the shot regardless of sighting system. We will explore the psychology of shooting and why shooters fail. A great deal of time will be spent on how to diagnose and correct a “problem shooter”. This course is jam-packed with “coaching” tips and drills that you can take back and implement into your pistol program right-away. If you are a new pistol instructor or have been at the “game” for decades, you will be a better teacher of pistolcraft and improve your own shooting after completing this class. Guaranteed!

Handgun 350 rounds
Handgun w/Magazines or Speed loaders, Duty Belt

Time: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: PBSO Range
Speaker: Rom Ranallo and Wade Rodrigue
Speaker Bio: Rom is a 25-year veteran of the Vancouver Police Department (Canada), which he joined after graduating from the University of British Columbia (UBC) with a Master of Science Degree. As a member of the Provincial Firearms Working Group (PFWG), he played a key role in establishing new pistol training and qualification standards. Staff Sergeant Ranallo regularly instructs at the Justice Institute of British Columbia (JIBC) Police Academy and has presented at numerous international conferences.

(openings: 15)

In this course students will learn to operate their pistol caliber carbine at reaction speed utilizing the Roger’s target system. Students will work on responding from different ready positions, reloading, multiple targets and transitions all while maintaining accuracy.

Equipment: pistol caliber carbine, 3 PCC magazines, holder for PCC magazines, sling, handgun, 3 magazines(more is better) holster, magazine holder, hat, eye protection, eye protection
Ammunition: 150 rounds PCC, 50 rounds handgun.

Time: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: PBSO Range
Speaker: Michael Johnson

(openings: 18)

Instructional Objectives:
Upon completion of this lesson the student will, without reference or notes, be able to:
1. Understand the proper presentation for RDS on handguns.
2. Understand and correct eye coordination for use with RDS.
3. Know how to correct malfunctions with the Red Dot Systems.
4. Learn to use the Red Dot as a diagnostic tool.

200 – 250 rds.
1. Firearm with properly mounted Red Dot
2. Masking Tape
3. Black and white Targets
4. Dummy Rounds/Snap Caps

Time: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Location: PBSO Range
Speaker: Hudi Schiffer and Aaron Worch

(openings: 20)

The off-duty officer must have the same heightened levels of awareness as if on-duty, especially when in public with family members and loved ones. This class will go over the various tactical techniques needed to efficiently deploy a handgun in a close quarter’s environment while off-duty.

The following topics will be covered:

Situational Awareness
Use of Force issues
Concealment clothing/holster options
Cover vs. Concealment
Drawing a handgun efficiently from concealment
Weapons retention techniques with off-duty holsters
Shooting from cover/prone position
Shooting while moving away from the threat on the oblique (45 degree angle)
Threat engagement from various angles/positions
Engaging the threat if incapacitated (support hand only)
Shooting from the supine position

250 Rds.
Handgun w/Magazines or Speed loaders
Off-duty attire, with appropriate cover (sweater, vest, t-shirt, coat, jacket, sweatshirt, etc.)
Off-duty holster of choice; pancake, paddle, cross draw, shoulder, middle of the back, fanny pack, ankle, purse (it is recommended to bring more than one type of holster)

Time: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Location: PBCO Range
Speaker: Kharis Sepulveda
Speaker Bio: Sgt/Assistant District Parole Supervisor (March 2005-July 2012)

Supervising Firearms Instructor/Range Master for the NJ Division of Parole’s Training Unit
•Created and implemented over 30 in-service and Academy firearms training programs
•Qualified the entire Division on a semi-annual basis
•Coordinated In-service training for over 400 officers
•Maintained liaisons with other law enforcement agencies and training departments/coordinators

(openings: 15)

In this course students will learn to operate their pistol caliber carbine at reaction speed utilizing the Roger’s target system. Students will work on responding from different ready positions, reloading, multiple targets and transitions all while maintaining accuracy.

Equipment: pistol caliber carbine, 3 PCC magazines, holder for PCC magazines, sling, handgun, 3 magazines(more is better) holster, magazine holder, hat, eye protection, eye protection
Ammunition: 150 rounds PCC, 50 rounds handgun.

Time: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Location: PBSO Range
Speaker: Michael Johnson