I got this email, and am possibly interested. Does anyone know anything about this group? Is it worth it?

Ladies and gentlemen,

I’m pleased to announce that Operational Skills Group is coming to Ripon Rifle and pistol club.

Operational Skills Group is a California based company which specializes in teaching the integration of defensive tactics and firearms use to federal state and municipal agencies.  They do so by utilizing recognized experts from around the world.  Because of this they can offer training in the latest tactics that are in use by our countries most advanced operators.

We are fortunate to be able to offer a Close Quarter Carbine (CQC) course which the first of a series of classes we hope to offer.

The instructors are Tim Lau of the Gunsite Academy and Benjamin Salas from Operational skills group.

Delivery Dates:            November 6-7, 2004

Topic:                                  Close Quarter Carbine Course (CQC)

Two Day Carbine Session – 16 hrs

13 hrs .223 Carbine Operations

03 hrs .223 Carbine Retention Counter Retention

Course Decription:  

Specifically designed for those concerned with the ability to handle real-world threats at conversational distances, this course provides the training solution necessary to secure dominance.  The first is a series of course this builds into a course which is far from “square range” mentality.  This outstanding program includes specialized training in CQC Carbine, retention, and counter retention; it stands boldly apart from any other programs as it includes both live fire and defensive tactics training.  

  Attendance is limited to the first 20 individuals.

Registration may be completed through the merchant services on their website:  www.contactdefense.com

If you have any questions feel free to contact me.  Mark Miller (920) 303-1121


Operational Skills Group, LLC
Contact Defense Division
1539 Monrovia Ave, Suite 15
Newport Beach, CA 92663
PHN: (949) 515-0905, FAX: (949) 515-0254
www.contactdefense.com



DELIVERED FOR: MACH2 TACTICAL

DELIVERED TO: LEO and Civilian Mixed Operators

DELIVERY DATES: November 6-7, 2004

DELIVERY SITE: Ripon Rifle & Pistol Club
Ripon, WI

TOPIC: Close Quarter Carbine Course (CQC)
Two Day Carbine Session – 16 hrs
13 hrs .223 Carbine Operations
03 hrs .223 Carbine Retention Counter Retention


COURSE DECRIPTION:
Specifically designed for those concerned with the ability to handle real-world threats at conversational distances, this course provides the training solution necessary to secure dominance.  The first is a series of course this builds into a course which is far from “square range” mentality.  This outstanding program includes specialized training in CQC Carbine, retention, and counter retention; it stands boldly apart from any other programs as it includes both live fire and defensive tactics training.


PERFOMANCE OBJECTIVES:
Upon completion of this course of instruction, the student will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the course material through verbal discussion and/or correct performance of the following concepts/techniques.

• Safety
• Sling Types and Use
• Various Manufacturers and Types of AR15
• Loading and Unloading
• Press Checks
• Zeroing an AR15 and Trajectory
• Marksmanship
• Intermediate Positions
 Sitting
 Kneeling (braced, speed, and double)
 Squatting
• Ready Positions
 Low Ready
 High Ready
 Indoor Ready
• Prone Positions
 Rollover Prone
 SBU
 Urban
 Military
• Malfunction Clearances
 Class 1
 Class 2
 Class 3
• Pivots and Turns
 90° Left
 90° Right
 180° Left
 180° Right
• Multiple Target Engagement
• Standard and Non-Standard Response
• Movement Drills


INSTRUCTORS:

Lead Firearms Instructor:  

Tim Lau (CA)
Mr. Lau is an Operational Skills Group National Training Team member and an adjunct instructor at the world renowned Gunsite Academy.  He currently is employed full-time as a sworn police officer and rangemaster for the Downey Police Department in Los Angeles County.  He is an FBI certified Firearms Instructor and holds certifications from Morgan Consulting and Firearms Training Associates in the use of pistols and carbines.  He is a certified NRA Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun, and Personal Protection Instructor.  Lau, a graduate of the Surefire Institute is certified to instruct Low Light Tactics as well as being a Simmunition FX Certified Training Supervisor/Instructor.  

Lead Defensive Tactics Instructor:  

Benjamin Salas (WI)
Benjamin Salas is a full-time law enforcement and military trainer who works for the Operational Skills Group, LLC/ Contact Defense Division.  He is tasked with the development and implementation of operational skills to state, federal, and international accounts.  Salas is currently certified by the State of Georgia P.O.S.T. as a Detention (Jail) Officer, Peace (Police) Officer, General Instructor, and Specialized Instructor (Defensive Tactics).  He has instructed on both a domestic (local, state, and federal) and international level.  Recently, his instructional skills have been utilized by agencies within the Department of Justice, Department of Defense, and the Department of Homeland Security.
ABOUT THE OPERATIONAL SKILLS GROUP


 OPERATIONAL SKILLS GROUP, LLC IS A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY SPECIALIZING IN THE INTEGRATION OF DEFENSIVE TACTICS AND FIREARMS, WHICH PROVIDES DEVELOPMENT, IMPLEMENTATION AND SUPPORT OF OPERATIONAL SKILLS TO FEDERAL, STATE AND MUNICIPAL AGENCIES.



 SUPPORTED BY A SELECT PANEL OF INDUSTRY RECOGNIZED SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS, THE OPERATIONAL SKILLS GROUP IS CAPABLE OF ANALYZING A CLIENT’S SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS, AND BASED UPON THAT ANALYSIS CAN DEVELOP, IMPLEMENT AND SUPPORT MODULAR OR CUSTOM TRAINING PROGRAMS TO EXACTLY MEET THOSE NEEDS.




 INTEGRAL TO THE OPERATIONAL SKILLS GROUP IS A DE-CENTRALIZED CADRE OF SENIOR-LEVEL INSTRUCTORS DEDICATED TO THE DEVELOPMENT, IMPLEMENTATION AND SUPPORT OF SECURITY FORCE TRAINING.





 PROGRAMS OF INSTRUCTION (POIS) DESIGNED, UPGRADED AND TESTED IN THE FIELD FOR MORE THAN A DECADE, ARE SET UP LIKE LEGOS® TO ENABLE EACH MODULE TO RUN STANDALONE OR SEAMLESSLY CONNECT WITH ANY OF THE OTHERS.




 AS A DIRECT RESULT OF THIS SEAMLESS INTEGRATION OF MODULAR INSTRUCTION, TRAINEES DERIVE IMMEDIATE AND TREMENDOUS GAINS IN SKILLS DEVELOPMENT.



 THE PROFESSIONALS AT OPERATIONAL SKILLS GROUP UNDERSTAND THAT FOR TRAINING TO BE EFFECTIVE IT MUST BE FIELD-TESTED, EASILY ASSIMILATED, WELL ORGANIZED, SAFE AND REALISTIC.



 EACH MODULE OF INSTRUCTION IS DESIGNED IN SUCH A MANNER AS TO SECURE THAT DELICATE BALANCE OF SAFETY AND REALITY THROUGHOUT EACH LEVEL OF SKILLS DEVELOPMENT.

I got the same EM. Unfortunately there was no mention of cost.

$310 I just found out.

$150 gets ya two days in October(why does that sound like a movie title?) with the rest of the ARFCOM wisconsin crew and Sully. Hit the training thread. If you want to get some training ya can't beat the price. Think about it, should be a good time.

I'm already signed up fo the Arfcom class, but if this one would have been cheap enough, I would of signed up for it too.

Tim Lau is a good guy.  Train with him if you can.