The OpTac International SWAT Tactics Program will be held July 16-17, 2015 in Hagerstown, Maryland. This program tactically prepares law enforcement commanders, team leaders, and SWAT/police personnel for situations that they are likely to encounter on a wide array of high-risk operations. An emphasis is placed on dynamic entry tactics, advantages and disadvantages of ballistic shields, injured officer/citizen rescue, officer safety, and prope...

The OpTac International Police Sniper Program, hosted by the Hagerstown Police Dept., will be held March 23-27, 2015 in Hagerstown, Maryland. This intense program prepares law enforcement snipers for emergency response operations and surveillance details that require observation and concealment techniques. From basic to advanced techniques, this course will benefit officers without sniper experience, as well as veteran snipers. A strong emphas...