Homeland Security

MDTG offers tactical training and equipment design exclusively for all government agencies, military personnel, peace officers (all branches), as well as corporate and VIP security personnel, jailors, and riot teams. Our goal is to prepare you tactically in order to make your missions successful. We want to supply you with the physical skills and dependable equipment to ensure a desirable outcome.

All of our classes are custom designed to meet the needs of the individual client. We teach handgun, rifle, shotgun, or multiple weapon classes.

We offer the following courses:

Defensive Firearms Courses (Handgun/Shotgun/Rifle)
• Care and maintenance of firearms
• Gun laws
• Choosing the right gun and ammunition
• Shooting fundamentals & manipulation
• Weapons retention
• Engaging multiple threats
• Low-light encounters
• Indoor vs. outdoor encounters
• Shooting around obstacles

Structure Clearing & Urban Survival Tactics
• Single and multiple person room entries
• Escape and evasion
• Low-light tactics
• Unarmed tactics
• Encountering intruders
• Rescuing family members
• Weapons retention
• Self-defense tactics
• Defensive driving
• Evasive driving

Urban and Rural Rappel Courses
• Anchor and line knots
• Equipment familiarization
• Equipment tensile strengths
• Matching gear to job
• Anchor points (rural vs. urban)
• Cliff or building rappelling
• Freefall rappelling
• Window entrances
• Inverted rappelling
• Emergency rope procedures
• Individual and buddy rescue
• Self and partner Belay techniques
• Care, cleaning, and storage of gear
• Fast Roping

HG1 HANDGUN I
Description: This course will provide the fundamentals for using the handgun for personal defense. Students will be introduced to weapons safety, marksmanship fundamentals, loading and unloading, drawing from both concealed and duty holsters, malfunction drills, short range confrontations, detailed information on handgun, caliber, and bullet selection.
Ammunition Requirement: 500 rounds (min.) FRANGIBLE AMMUNITION ONLY.
Prerequisite: None. This course is appropriate for the beginner or experienced shooter.
Required Equipment: Serviceable handgun (38 special/9mm caliber minimum); five (5) extra magazines or speedloaders, minimum; holster fitted to belt and magazine pouches; appropriate eye, ear, knee, and elbow protection; clothing suitable for weather conditions.
Length/Cost: 1 day, $--

HG2 HANDGUN II
Description: This course will build on the techniques learned in a Level I course. Students will be introduced to low light shooting, multiple target engagement, one handed and weak hand shooting, use of cover, stress drills, alternative shooting positions, shooting while moving, speed and tactical reloads. Short to medium range shooting confrontations.
Ammunition Requirement: 800 rounds (min.) FRANGIBLE AMMUNITION ONLY.
Prerequisite: HG1 or equivalent.
Required Equipment: Serviceable handgun (38 special/9mm caliber minimum); five (5) extra magazines or speedloaders, minimum; holster fitted to belt and magazine pouches; appropriate eye, ear, knee, and elbow protection; flashlight with pushbutton; clothing suitable for weather conditions.
Length/Cost: 2 days, $--

HG3 HANDGUN III (CQB)
Description: This course will develop tactical shooting skills as applied to real life situations. Students will be introduced to shooting while moving, moving targets, limited visibility shooting techniques, instinctive shooting fundamentals, firing positions, cover and concealment, multiple targets, weak hand firing, reloading and malfunction techniques, and alternative shot placement for varying tactical encounters. The course also will include a review of the subjects covered in HG1.
Ammunition Requirement: 1500 rounds (min.) FRANGIBLE AMMUNITION ONLY.
Prerequisite: HG2.
Required Equipment: Serviceable handgun (38 special/9mm caliber minimum); five (5) extra magazines or speedloaders, minimum; holster fitted to belt; appropriate eye, ear, knee, and elbow protection; flashlight with pushbutton; clothing suitable for weather conditions.
Length/Cost: 3 days, $--

DHG1 DEFENSIVE HANDGUN
Description: This course will introduce the student to the basics of marksmanship and the manipulations required for defensive use of the pistol. Students will be introduced to marksmanship, manipulations, threat response, shooting while moving, firing positions, use of cover, and the combative mindset.
Ammunition Requirement: 1000 rounds (min.) FRANGIBLE AMMUNITION ONLY.
Prerequisite: HG2.
Required Equipment: Serviceable handgun (38 special/9mm caliber minimum); five (5) extra magazines or speedloaders, minimum; holster fitted to belt and magazine pouches; appropriate eye, ear, knee, and elbow protection; flashlight with pushbutton; clothing suitable for weather conditions.
Length/Cost: 2 days, $--

HGT1 HANDGUN TACTICS I
Description: This course will refine gun handling skills and marksmanship by training in realistic situations. Students will be introduced to shooting while moving, moving targets, close quarter combat, retention techniques.
Ammunition Requirement: 500 rounds (min). FRANGIBLE AMMUNITION ONLY.
Prerequisite: DHG1 or equivalent.
Required Equipment: Serviceable handgun (38 special/9mm caliber minimum); five (5) extra magazines or speedloaders, minimum; holster fitted to belt and magazine pouches; appropriate eye, ear, knee, and elbow protection; flashlight with pushbutton; clothing suitable for weather conditions.
Length/Cost: 1 day, $--

HGT2 HANDGUN TACTICS II
Description: This course will build on the techniques leaned in a Level I course. Students will be introduced to low light shooting, clearing techniques, instruction in ground fighting, alternative force techniques.
Ammunition Requirement: 800 rounds (min). FRANGIBLE AMMUNITION ONLY.
Prerequisite: HGT1.
Required Equipment: Serviceable handgun (38 special/9mm caliber minimum); five (5) extra magazines or speedloaders, minimum; holster fitted to belt; appropriate eye, ear, knee, and elbow protection; flashlight with pushbutton; clothing suitable for weather conditions.
Length/Cost: 2 days, $--

CHGT1 COMBATIVE HANDGUN TACTICS
Description: This course takes the techniques acquired in the Defensive Handgun and Handgun Tactics classes and applies them to situations that are realistic as possible in a training environment. Students are place in defensive scenarios, facing live adversaries, using training ammunition.
Ammunition Requirement: 800 rounds (min). FRANGIBLE AMMUNITION ONLY.
Prerequisite: HGT2.
Required Equipment: Serviceable handgun (38 special/9mm caliber minimum); five (5) extra magazines or speedloaders, minimum; holster fitted to belt and magazine pouches; appropriate eye, ear, knee, and elbow protection; flashlight with pushbutton; clothing suitable for weather conditions.
Length/Cost: 2 days, $--

ALHG1 ADVANCED LOW LIGHT HANDGUN
Description: This course is a low light class for the handgun that covers use of hand-held light systems, as well as weapon-mounted systems. Students will be introduced to advanced tactics and operating principles for low light engagements, movements, strategy, force on force scenarios, single and team clearing, weapon retention and stress fire drills. This course will also rigorously drill weapons malfunction.
Ammunition Requirement: 800 rounds (min). FRANGIBLE AMMUNITION ONLY.
Prerequisite: HGT2 and CHGT1.
Required Equipment: Serviceable handgun (38 special/9mm caliber minimum); five (5) extra magazines or speedloaders, minimum; holster fitted to belt and magazine pouches; appropriate eye, ear, knee, and elbow protection; flashlight with pushbutton; clothing suitable for weather conditions.
Length/Cost: 2 nights (or suitable dark environment), $--

DT1 DEFENSIVE TACTICS I
Description: This course will develop defensive tactics skills as applied to real life situations as it relates to civilian, law enforcement and military users. The course is setup to take the student from basic to advanced and slow to full speed applications and utilizes lecture, demonstration and hands on usage of the skills presented. Students will be introduced to will to survive (mindset), proper use of force, perceptual distortion, basic blocks, kicks and strikes, takedowns, ground survival, basic ground fighting techniques, recovery techniques, how to subdue passive and active resistors, escapes from headlocks and choke holds, outnumbered drills, weapon retention, arrest and control, ground shooting, basic knife and edged weapons defense, street survival and court survival.
Ammunition Requirement: 500 rounds (min). FRANGIBLE AMMUNITION ONLY.
Prerequisite: HG1 and WRHH1.
Required Equipment: Range: Semi-automatic handgun; three (3) extra magazines or speedloaders, minimum; holster fitted to belt and magazine pouches; duty gear if worn during your employment; appropriate eye and ear protection; clothing suitable for adverse weather conditions. Classroom and Gym: Note taking materials, mouthpiece, protective cup, sweat shirts and pants, physical training shorts and shirts, soft sole shoes, no boots.
Length/Cost: 5 days, $--

CAR1 CARBINE I
Description: This course will provide the fundamentals for using the carbine for defense. It covers the short and medium range applications that are encountered by Law Enforcement/Military personnel in an urban/rural environment. Students will be introduced to ammunition selection, ballistics, loading, unloading and malfunctions, positions and aiming, marksmanship fundamentals, shooting techniques that precisely engage targets from 3 yards and beyond, weapon transitions, cover and concealment.
Ammunition Requirement: (Minimums) Carbine - 500 rounds. Pistol - 50 rounds. FRANGIBLE AMMUNITION ONLY.
Prerequisite: None.
Required Equipment: Iron sight magazine fed rifle, caliber .223 or higher; three (3) extra magazines, minimum; serviceable handgun (38 special/9mm caliber minimum); three (3) extra handgun magazines, minimum; holster fitted to belt and magazine pouches; appropriate eye, ear, knee and elbow protection; clothing suitable for weather conditions.
Length/Cost: 1 day, $--

CAR2 CARBINE II (CQB)
Description: This course will build on the techniques from a Level I course. Students will be introduced to shooting while moving, moving targets, limited visibility shooting techniques, decision making, instinctive shooting fundamentals, firing positions, cover and concealment, multiple targets, alternative shot placement for varying tactical encounters, low light engagements, and weapon transitions. This course will also include a review of the subjects covered in CAR1.
Ammunition Requirement: (Minimums) Carbine - 750 rounds. Pistol - 350 rounds. FRANGIBLE AMMUNITION ONLY.
Prerequisite: CAR1.
Required Equipment: Iron sight magazine fed rifle, caliber .223 or higher and three (3) extra magazines, minimum; serviceable handgun (38 special/9mm caliber minimum) and three (3) extra magazines, minimum; holster fitted to belt and magazine pouches; appropriate eye, ear, knee and elbow protection; clothing suitable for weather conditions; flashlight with pushbutton.
Length/Cost: 2 days, $--

DCT1 DEFENSIVE CARBINE TACTICS
Description: This course will teach the skills, both mental and physical, for employing the AR type rifle in urban environments. Students will be introduced to safety, proper slinging and mounting techniques, proper loading and unloading, tactical reloading, weapons malfunctions, zeroing, position shooting, use of cover, shooting while moving, reaction drills.
Ammunition Requirement: 800 rounds (min).
Prerequisite: CAR2.
Required Equipment: Iron sight magazine fed rifle, caliber .223 or higher; three (3) extra magazines, minimum; appropriate eye, ear, knee and elbow protection; clothing suitable for weather conditions.
Length/Cost: 2 days, $--

CT1 CARBINE TACTICS
Description: This course will build on the techniques learned in a defensive carbine class. Students will be introduced to moving targets, close quarter battle skills, building clearing,
Ammunition Requirement: 800 rounds (min).
Prerequisite: DCT1.
Required Equipment: Iron sight magazine fed rifle, caliber .223 or higher; three (3) extra magazines, minimum; appropriate eye, ear, knee and elbow protection; clothing suitable for weather conditions.
Length/Cost: 2 days, $--

ALC1 ADVANCED LOW LIGHT CARBINE
Description: This course is a low light class for the carbine that covers use of hand- held light systems, as well as weapon-mounted systems. Students will be introduced to advanced tactics and operating principles for low light engagements, movements, strategy, force on force scenarios, single and team clearing, weapon retention and stress fire drills, and weapon transitions. This course will also rigorously drill weapon malfunction.
Ammunition Requirement: (Minimum) Carbine 400 rounds. Pistol: 100 rounds. FRANGIBLE AMMUNITION ONLY.
Prerequisite: CAR2.
Required Equipment: Iron sight magazine fed rifle, caliber .223 or higher and three (3) extra magazines, minimum; serviceable handgun (38 special/9mm caliber minimum) and three (3) extra magazines, minimum; holster fitted to belt and magazine pouches; appropriate eye, ear, knee and elbow protection; clothing suitable for weather conditions.
Length/Cost: 2 nights (or suitable dark environment), $--

SG1 SHOTGUN I
Description: This course will provide the fundamentals for using the shotgun for defense. Students will be introduced to weapons safety, marksmanship fundamentals, loading and unloading, malfunction drills, shooting techniques to precisely engage targets from 3 yards and beyond, ammunition selection.
Ammunition Requirement: Slugs - 25 rounds. Buckshot - 25 rounds. Birdshot - 150 rounds.
Prerequisite: None.
Required Equipment: Semi-auto or pump actions shotgun; carry strap; appropriate eye, ear, knee and elbow protection; clothing suitable for weather conditions.
Length/Cost: 1 day, $--

SG2 SHOTGUN II
Description: This course will build on the techniques from a Level I course. Students will be introduced to low light shooting, multiple target engagement, use of cover, alternative shooting positions, shooting while moving, reloading and malfunction techniques, and weapon transitions. This course will also include a review of the subjects covered in SG1.
Ammunition Requirement: (Minimums) Shotgun: Slugs - 25 rounds. Buckshot - 25 rounds. Birdshot - 400 rounds. Pistol - 100 rounds. FRANGIBLE AMMUNITION ONLY.
Prerequisite: SG1 or equivalent.
Required Equipment: Semi-auto or pump action shotgun plus serviceable handgun (38 special/9mm caliber minimum); holster fitted to belt and magazine pouches; three (3) extra handgun magazines or speed loaders; carry strap; appropriate eye, ear, knee and elbow protection; clothing suitable for weather conditions; flashlight with pushbutton.
Length/Cost: 2 days, $--

ALSG1 ADVANCED LOW LIGHT SHOTGUN
Description: This course is a low light class for the shotgun that covers use of hand-held light systems, as well as weapon-mounted systems. Students will be introduced to advanced tactics and operating principles for low light engagements, movements, strategy, force on force scenarios, single and team clearing, weapon retention and stress fire drills, weapons transitions. This course will also rigorously drill weapon malfunction.
Ammunition Requirement: (Minimums) Shotgun: Slugs - 50 rounds. Buckshot - 50 rounds. Birdshot - 300 rounds. Pistol: 100 rounds. FRANGIBLE AMMUNITION ONLY.
Prerequisite: SG2 and ALHG1 or ALC1.
Required Equipment: Semi-auto or pump action shotgun; serviceable handgun (38 special/9mm caliber minimum) and three (3) extra magazines or speed loaders, minimum; carry strap; appropriate eye, ear, knee and elbow protection; clothing suitable for weather conditions; flashlight with pushbutton.
Length/Cost: 2 nights (or suitable dark environment), $--.

LR1 LONG RANGE RIFLE I
Description: This course is designed for the marksman who has basic marksmanship skills with a long rifle. This course will train and test the student in the use of the precision scoped rifle (sniper training without the tactics). Students will be introduced to fundamentals of marksmanship, ballistics, ammunition selection and usage, shooting positions, effects of weather, team techniques, range estimation, and known distance range firing from 100 yds. to 600 yds.
Ammunition Requirement: 500 rounds match grade (min).
Prerequisite: None.
Required Equipment: Scoped rifle, sling and/or bipod, binoculars, 20x (min) spotting scope, data and/or log book, appropriate eye, ear, knee and elbow protection, clothing suitable for weather conditions. Note: It is recommended that LR1 students attend in teams of two whenever possible. Also, it is strongly recommended that students contact the office and discuss with an instructor the suitability of the rifle and scope they intend to use.
Length/Cost: 3 days, $--

LR2 LONG RANGE RIFLE II
Description: This course will enhance and sharpen the skills learned in LR1. The student is introduced to several advanced techniques needed to master the precision long-range rifle. Students will be introduced to advanced marksmanship techniques, advanced range estimation, unknown distance range firing 200 yds to 900 yds., coordinated fire on multiple targets, angle shooting, engaging moving targets.
Ammunition Requirement: 500 rounds match grade (min).
Prerequisite: LR1 or equivalent.
Required Equipment: Same as LR1. Note: It is recommended that the LR2 students attend in teams of two whenever possible. Also, it is strongly recommended that students contact the office and discuss with an instructor the suitability of the rifle and scope they intend to use.
Length/Cost: 3 days, $--

LR3 LONG RANGE RIFLE III
Description: This course covers only one area of instruction - moving targets. Students will be introduced to team techniques and communication, advanced ballistics, windage calculations for movers, holds and leads for various speeds and distances for moving targets, known distance moving target shooting from 100, 300, 600 and 800 yards.
Ammunition Requirement: 500 rounds match grade (min).
Prerequisite: LR2.
Required Equipment: Scoped non-magnum caliber rifle, bipod, 20x (min) spotting scope, data and/or log book, appropriate eye, ear, knee and elbow protection, clothing suitable for weather conditions. Note: It is recommended that LRIII students attend in teams of two whenever possible. Also, it is mandatory that students have a mildot reticle in their scope and that they also have either target or BDC type turrets. It is strongly recommended that students contact the office and discuss with an instructor the suitability of the rifle and scope they intend to use.
Length/Cost: 2 days, $--

S1 SNIPER I
Description: This course will train and test the operator in the use of the precision scoped rifle during high-risk incidents. Students will be introduced to equipment, fundamentals of marksmanship, system maintenance, ballistics, ammunition selection and usage, shooting positions, effects of weather, team techniques, the cold bore shot, KIMS games, known distance range firing from 100 yds to 800 yds. Construction of Ghillie suits will be taught in preparation for advanced sniper course.
Ammunition Requirement: (Minimums) 500 rounds match grade. Blanks - 25 rounds.
Prerequisite: Entry Physical Fitness Test (PFT).
Required Equipment: Scoped rifle with mildot reticle and target turrets/BDC, bipod, 20x (min) spotting scope; data and/or log book; appropriate eye, ear, knee and elbow protection; clothing suitable for weather conditions. Note: It is recommended that SS1 students attend in teams of two whenever possible. Also, it is strongly recommended that students contact the office and discuss with an instructor the suitability of the rifle and scope they intend to use.
Length/Cost: 5 days, $--

S2 SNIPER II
Description: This course will enhance and sharpen the skills learned in SS1. The student is introduced to several advanced techniques needed to master this critical area of responsibility. Students will be introduced to advanced tactical applications of cover and concealment, camouflage, individual movement and stalking, rural and urban hide construction, enhanced marksmanship techniques, range estimation and unknown distance range firing from 200 yds to 1000 yds. Students will take part in exercises that will require coordinated fire on multiple targets, angle shooting, and engaging moving targets.
Ammunition Requirement: (Minimums) 500 rounds match grade. Blanks - 25 rounds
Prerequisite: S1.
Required Equipment: List will be sent upon enrollment. Note: It is recommended that SS2 students attend in teams of two whenever possible. Also, it is strongly recommended that students contact the office and discuss with an instructor the suitability of the rifle and scope they intend to use.
Length/Cost: 5 days, $--

S3 SNIPER III
Description: This is where the skills taught in SS1and SS2 all come together. Students will receive instruction on sniper mission planning, basic land navigation, use of terrain models/aerial photos and communications. Students will take part in 2 over-night missions, which will culminate in live fire shots from hides in support of simulated tactical missions.
Ammunition Requirement: (Minimums) Sniper rifle - 100 rounds. Blanks - 50 rounds; Carbine - 250 rounds. Blanks - 250 rounds.
Prerequisite: S2.
Required Equipment: One (1) Sniper rifle and one (1) Carbine, minimum. More detailed list will be sent upon enrollment. Note: Students MUST attend in two man teams. Also, it is strongly recommended that students contact the office and discuss with an instructor the suitability of the rifle and scope they intend to use.
Length/Cost: 5 days, $--

USCS1 URBAN SNIPER/COUNTER-SNIPER
Description: This course uses all the required equipment that a Sniper/Counter-Sniper would employ while in an urban environment. This course will allow for the usage of conventional .30 sniper rifles, but students are encouraged to attend with a semi-auto .223 (M16/AR15) rifle system that has been set up with sniper scopes, such as the Leupold M3LR with Gen-II mildot system. Students will be introduced to urban warfare operations, counter terror/hostage rescue support operations, urban target analysis, intelligence gathering, urban movement and building entry procedures, urban hide construction, alternate shooting positions, angle shooting, precision range fire at unknown distances (25 to 400 yards), simultaneous sniper engagements, detailed explanation and usage of suppressed weapons systems, detailed explanation and usage of night vision and thermal systems, daily scenarios, field training exercise.
Ammunition Requirement: (Minimums) 500 rounds match grade. Blanks - 25 rounds
Prerequisite: S3.
Required Equipment: List will be sent upon enrollment. Note: It is recommended that USCS1 students attend in teams of two whenever possible. Also, it is strongly recommended that students contact the office and discuss with an instructor the suitability of the rifle and scope they intend to use.
Length/Cost: 5 days, $--.

SMG1 SUBMACHINE GUN 1
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SMG2 SUBMACHINE GUN 2
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TM1 TACTICAL MOVEMENT I
Description: This is a firearms and tactics course designed to benefit either patrol officers or tactical team members. Students will be introduced to tactics in and around structures, laws regarding use of deadly force inside your home, tactical movement, terminology, communication, two (2) and three (3) person single-room entries, multiple room team tactics, clearing stairwells and ladder wells, window porting and window diversions, window entry tactics, officer-down rescues, rapid deployment tactics, movement under fire, review of shooting fundamentals, CQB shooting principles, transitions and malfunctions, shooting on the move (single & team), live-fire obstacle courses, team live-fire movement drills (stressing communication & coordination), engaging advancing targets, live-fire building entries, setting up a perimeter, emergency shotgun breaching, live-fire officer-down rescue drills (exterior and interior scenarios), live-fire vehicle counter-ambush drills.
Ammunition Requirement: (Minimums) Based on weapon choices: Handgun - 750 rounds; SMG or rifle - 500 rounds, plus Handgun - 250 rounds; Shotgun - 200 rounds Buckshot, 100 rounds Birdshot, 50 rounds Slug, plus Handgun - 300 rounds. FRANGIBLE AMMUNITION ONLY.
Prerequisite: Based on weapon choice - HG2, SMG2 or SG2.
Required Equipment: Weapon options: (any of the following) (1) Handgun, (2) SMG or rifle plus handgun, (3) Shotgun plus handgun, or (4) any combination if you want to shoot multiple weapons systems; three (3) extra handgun magazines, minimum (if using a pistol); necessary carry straps and holsters; training attire; appropriate eye, ear and knee protection; protective vest; flashlights (handheld mandatory, weapons-mounted optional); sunscreen; hat; sunglasses; gloves; water, food, and snacks. Note: It is strongly recommended that students contact the office and discuss with an instructor the suitability of the rifle they intend to use.
Length/Cost: 2 days, $--

HTH1 HAND-TO-HAND COMBAT
Description: Students will be introduced to Filipino martial arts, Muay Thai, Jeet Kune Do, Grappeling, Shorin Ryu/Shotokan, Tae Kwon Do, Kuk Sool Wan, Krav Maga, Boxing.
Prerequisite: None.
Required Equipment: Comfortable clothing. All clothing should allow you to move freely and must be practical.
Length/Cost: 1 day, $--

WRHH1 WEAPON RETENTION/HAND-TO-HAND
Description: This course will rigorously drill weapon retention and stress drills for various situations. Students will be introduced to advanced tactics and principles for low light engagements, movements, strategy, force on force scenarios, single and team clearing, weapon retention, stress drills, and transitions.
Ammunition Requirement: None - dry runs only.
Prerequisite: DT1 and HTH.
Required Equipment: Weapons: Rifle, shotgun, carbine, handgun; necessary carry straps and holsters; appropriate knee and elbow protection; clothing suitable for weather conditions. Note: It is advisable to wear typical duty uniforms and equipment.
Length/Cost: 1 day, $--

HRP1 HIGH RISK PERSONNEL I
Description: This course will train government personnel who are traveling overseas to high threat posts. The course is a compressive shooting program developed to give the student the skills necessary to defend against a terrorist or criminal attack. Students will be introduced to combat mindset, counter vehicle ambush techniques, basic through advanced firearms techniques with strong emphasis on the handgun, basic through advanced low light and flashlight training, counter assault techniques, solid introduction to the combat usage of the shotgun and carbine.
Ammunition Requirement: (Minimums) Handgun - 2500 rounds. Carbine - 200 rounds (FMJ or soft point). Shotgun – 150 rounds Birdshot, 50 rounds Buckshot, 15 rounds Rifled Slugs. FRANGIBLE AMMUNITION ONLY.
Prerequisite: HG1 or equivalent.
Required Equipment: Weapons: Serviceable handgun (38 special/9mm caliber minimum) with three (3) extra magazines and holster fitted to belt and magazine pouches; pump action or semi-automatic 12 gauge shotgun; 5.56 mm NATO (.223) carbine or rifle with two 20 or 30 round magazines; flashlight with pushbuttons; appropriate eye, ear and knee protection; clothing suitable for adverse weather conditions. Note: This course is both physical and stressful in nature. You should arrive mentally and physically prepared for 5 full days of intense training. Also, it is strongly recommended that students contact the office and discuss with an instructor the suitability of the rifle they intend to use.
Length/Cost: 5 days, $--

HRP2 HIGH RISK PERSONNEL 2
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HRP3 HIGH RISK PERSONNEL 3
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RR1 RURAL RAPPELLING
Description: This course addresses ropework in outdoor areas, such as cliffs, caves, and waterways. Students will be introduced to rope related terminology, equipment familiarization and care, safety, basic knots, anchors, rappel techniques, belay techniques, emergency procedures while on the rope, buddy rescue technique.
Prerequisite: None.
Required Equipment: Rappel gloves, rappel harness, outdoor clothing (jeans and long sleeve t-shirt or something equivalent), knee pads, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, lip protector, first aid kit, water and food. Pack everything in a backpack or duffle bag
Length/Cost: 1 day, $--

UR1 URBAN RAPPELLING
Description: This is a fast-paced, multiple subject course, starting with an in-depth orientation and equipment familiarization. Students will be introduced to equipment familiarization, essential knots, belay methods, wall rappelling, free rappelling, emergency procedures on the rope, fast rope techniques, window exits, porting, and entries, team tactics.
Prerequisite: None.
Required Equipment: Rappel gloves, rappel harness, rappel seat (or twelve feet of 11 mm or greater diameter kernmantel static rope), outdoor clothing (jeans and long sleeve t-shirt or something equivalent), knee pads, hat, boots, sunglasses, sunscreen, lip protector, first aid kit, water and food. Pack everything in a backpack or duffle bag.
Length/Cost: 1 day, $--

SPIE1 SPECIAL PURPOSE INSERTION/EXTRACTION
Description: This course covers inserting and extracting personnel from water and rough terrain. The skills are a necessity for military special operations teams as well as law enforcement search and rescue teams. Our courses cover everything from ground training to helicopter operations.
Prerequisite: RR1 and UR1.
Required Equipment: Rappel gloves, rappel harness, rappel seat (or twelve feet of 11 mm or greater diameter kernmantel static rope), outdoor clothing (jeans and long sleeve t-shirt or something equivalent), knee pads, hat, boots, sunglasses, sunscreen, lip protector, first aid kit, water and food. Pack everything in a backpack or duffle bag.
Length/Cost: 1 day, $--

HRFR1 HELICOPTER RAPPELLING AND FAST ROPE OPERATIONS
Description: This course covers all aspects of rappelling and fast roping from helicopters. This course starts in the classroom and on the static tower, where the student learns or refreshes skills and knowledge about helicopter operations. Courses can be done in either rural or urban settings.
Prerequisite: UR1.
Required Equipment: Rappel gloves, rappel harness, rappel seat (or twelve feet of 11 mm or greater diameter kernmantel static rope), outdoor clothing (jeans and long sleeve t-shirt or something equivalent), knee pads, hat, boots, sunglasses, sunscreen, lip protector, first aid kit, water and food. Pack everything in a backpack or duffle bag.
Length/Cost: 1 day, $--

RPWSD1 RAPE PREVENTION & WOMEN’S SELF DEFENSE
Description: Students will be introduced to personalized firearms training, self-defense training, awareness training, identifying potential threats, making your home and business safe, live-alone tactics, strikes, kicks, and counters, ground fighting, available tools (pepper spray, etc.).
Prerequisite: None.
Equipment required: Comfortable clothing. All clothing should allow you to move freely and must be practical.
Length/Cost: 1 day, $--

WHS1 WOMEN’S HANDGUN/SHOTGUN
Description: This course is designed to address the needs of women officers. Half the day is spent on handgun and the other half on the shotgun. Students will be introduced to shooting fundamentals, marksmanship, weapons manipulation, overcoming malfunctions and stoppages, shooting on the move, shooting multiple targets, shooting advancing and moving targets, basic room entry tactics, transitioning from shotgun to handgun.
Ammunition Requirement: (Minimums) Shotgun - 100 rounds Buckshot, 350 rounds Birdshot, 50 rounds Slugs; Handgun - 350 rounds.
Required Equipment: Shotgun; serviceable handgun (38 special/9mm caliber minimum); three (3) extra magazines or speedloaders, minimum; carry strap; holster fitted to belt and magazine pouches; training attire; appropriate eye and ear protection; outdoor protection (hat, sunscreen, protective clothing); knee pads (soft or hard); water, snacks and food.
Length/Cost: 1 day, $--

KT1 KNIFE THROWING
Description: Students will be introduced to theory and safety, mastering hand-eye coordination, proper stance and weapon positioning, off-hand throwing, focusing techniques, close, medium, and long range engagements, target knives vs. carry knives or bayonets, proper follow through technique, throwing nails, spikes, hatchets, and other implements, differences between tactical, sporting, and competition training
Required Equipment: Comfortable clothing. All clothing should allow you to move freely and must be practical.
Length/Cost: 1 day, $--

Listed below are equipment particulars for MDTG firearm courses. If there are any questions, please do not hesitate to contact MDTG. Proper equipment is essential to successful training. It is the students’ responsibility to insure that they have all the equipment necessary and that it is functioning properly and safely. If you carry a firearm, for example as a requirement of your occupation, then we suggest you use the same duty gear for training. If there are any questions concerning this issue, please give us a call.

Firearm
Must be reliable and functioning properly and safely. It is recommended that you bring a spare. The gun must fit your hand since you will be firing a lot of rounds, and you must be able to manipulate all the functions.

Ammunition
Must be commercial ammunition. No home loads. The chances for malfunctions, misfires, and explosions are far greater with hand-loaded ammunition and this creates a risk for students and staff. It is recommended that you test fire ammunition for compatibility with your firearm before the class.

Magazines and Speed Loaders
The mags or loaders must function properly and you should test them with your firearm and ammunition for compatibility.

Holster and Related Equipment
Holster must be held in position with a belt through the belt loops of pants and allow you to re-holster without opening it up with your weak hand. In other words, the holster should not collapse when the gun is withdrawn. No clip on holsters. Strong-side holsters only. No cross draw or shoulder holsters. Holster should hold gun securely so that it will not fall out if you are running or moving. We do not recommend retention straps or retaining devices unless they are required as part of your duty gear. You want to train with the holster that you will use when carrying. You should have pouches for magazines or speed loaders to be carried on your weak side. Holster, belt, and pouches should be comfortable and fit you.

Flashlights
For tactical courses and low light drills, you will need a flashlight with a push button or "pressure" on/off switch. It must have one-handed operation. The most popular choices are the Surefire and Scorpion brands - available in several styles.

Elbow and Knee Pads
For courses requiring elbow and knee pads, there are several types available. Tactical equipment is available from many sources, plus hardware stores usually have pads in stock, and sporting goods dealers have them for skating.

Clothing
Hat or cap to prevent sun burn and avoid hot brass from burning you. We recommend a shirt with high collar and long sleeves to prevent brass from falling in your shirt. Rain gear is suggested because we do not stop for rain. Your shoes should be comfortable and allow you to move without slipping. Dress shoes are not recommended! Pants should have pockets and must have belt loops for you holster belt. Loose pants will allow more freedom of movement. Sweat pants, slacks, and shorts are not recommended. All clothing should allow you to move freely and must be practical. Do not wear clothing that you fear to damage.

Miscellaneous
A range bag for your equipment will help. You should bring drinks and refreshments. You will need plenty of fluids. Sunscreen, chapstick for lips, and bandaids are suggested.

You are responsible for bringing all the equipment you will require. It is up to you to insure that it is all functioning properly. There is nothing worse than not getting the fullest out of the class because of malfunctioning or missing equipment. All equipment must be functioning properly and safely; there are no exceptions. Again, it is highly recommended that you bring a spare weapon and extra ammunition.