Instructors

Founder / CEO / Lead Firearms / Heavy Weapons Instructor

Edgar was born and raised in San Juan, Puerto Rico. He grew up in a family with a long history of military service from WWII into modern era conflicts. He joined the US Navy after a short stay at Cameron University in Lawton, Oklahoma. He entered the Navy as an Aviation Ordnance “IYAOYAS” specializing in weapons and armament systems. He enjoyed a 14-year military career, of which 9-years were spent in the NSW community. He has served in multiple combat deployments from Desert Storm into Operation Iraqi Freedom. Edgar has a passion and drive to provide people with the knowledge and tactics to not only protect themselves and their families, but to exercise their constitutional rights as American Citizens. Edgar believes those rights are the core values of our freedom and our great nation. USCCA Certifications: Firearms, Defensive Shooting Fundamentals, First aid, Active Shooter instructor and RSO. Level 1 TCCC, TECC, Stop the bleed DHLS and DCJS Certified.

Instructor Video: https://youtu.be/5f7H-W9B_NQ

Co-Founder / Operations Director / Lead Firearms Instructor 

Patricia Gonzalez’s journey is one of resilience. Growing up around firearms ignited her passion for shooting, and as a collegiate athlete and All-American nominee, she understands strength and determination. At age 21 years, Patricia was held up at gunpoint inside her vehicle, this transformed her experience with firearms and self defense into a mission to empower others. After 24 years as a licensed dental assistant, she retired in 2019 to focus on self-defense training. As a USCCA Certified Defensive Shooting, Concealed Carry, and Home Defense instructor, she brings extensive knowledge and certifications in First Aid, CPR, TCCC Stop the Bleed, and Range Safety Officer training. With a genuine commitment to helping others, especially women, Patricia instills the confidence and skills needed to protect yourself and your loved ones.  Join Patricia on this empowering journey and become the strong protector you were meant to be!

Instructor Video: https://youtu.be/YriyACvo6qQ

Training and Development Manager

Lead LE Master Instructor /SWAT Breacher Ret 

John is a native of the Hampton Roads area and is recently retired from active Law Enforcement with over 27 years experience.  He was the Lead Master Firearms Instructor at his Department’s Police Academy and held a position as a breacher on the SWAT team.  

He has certifications in firearms instruction from DCJS, NRA,  NTOA, EPI and USCCA Certifications: Firearms, Defensive Shooting Fundamentals, First  aid, Active Shooter instructor and RSO .    

He now manages the Active Shooter/Security training department of Tactical 21.

Director of Medical Training / Executive Leadership / Lead Firearms Instructor

14 year Senior Corpsman for NSWDG & USMC teams supporting numerous conventional & Joint Special Operations Command assets both nationally & Internationally. Senior cadre for Dept. of Defense NAEMT/PHTLS certification programs of TECC/TCCC to US Army, Naval Expeditionary Combat Command, EOD, SEAL, MARSOC, & Army SOCM teams. Lead Instructor for SOCM & 18D qualification course for US Army. NSW Direct Support qualified enabler & graduate of Mid South Institute of Self Defense Shooting.

Instructor Video : https://youtube.com/shorts/UQC-_Yhskog

Director of Leadership / Survival / Land NAV / Lead Firearms Instructor

Jason spent 11 years as an enlisted Navy SEAL working as a navigator, intelligence specialist, communicator, and SEAL instructor for marksmanship, reconnaissance and survival, completing multiple platoons and deployments to Central and South America. 

Jason was commissioned as a SEAL officer in 2004 and spent ten years as a SEAL Officer leading SEAL teams in combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan as an Assault Force Commander, Mobility Force Commander and Sensitive Site Exploitation and Analysis leader.

After a 21-year career, Redman retired from the Navy in 2013 and founded SOF Spoken, a speaking and coaching company which provides inspirational presentations on leadership, teamwork and overcoming adversity for businesses, first responders, sports teams, and government organizations.

Director of Research & Development / Lead Sniper / CQB / Combat Tactics  Instructor

Tony joined the U.S. Navy in 1995, completing Basic Underwater Demolition / SEAL Training in 1996 and retiring in 2022 after an exceptional 27-year career. Serving in multiple combat tours in Afghanistan and Iraq, he rose to the rank of Warrant Officer after 20 years of enlisted service, deploying three more times.

A skilled operator, Tony excelled in pistol and rifle marksmanship, attaining expert qualifications. In leadership roles, he mentored and trained his team, later becoming a sniper instructor, imparting advanced skills to hundreds. As a Platoon Chief, he meticulously crafted training plans, ensuring his unit's proficiency in combat engagement. Tony's expertise was acknowledged through various qualifications, including Master Training Specialist, Range Safety Officer, High-Risk Training Safety Officer, Sniper Instructor, and Special Operations Independent Duty Corpsman. 

His retirement marks the end of a distinguished military chapter, leaving an enduring legacy of dedication and excellence.

Instructor Video:  https://youtube.com/shorts/L_ETWtSIpfQ

Director of Military & Executive Leadership Programs / Lead Combat Tactics Instructor / Logistics & Mobility

Jim Foreman retired in 2018 after 27 years in the U.S. Navy SEALs where he rose through the ranks to become a Command Master Chief.  During his tenure as Command Master Chief, Jim also served as a Squadron Master Chief, and as an Operations Master Chief for a command with 2,000 SEALs, and then finally as a Training Master Chief where he was responsible for overseeing the leadership development and training operations of all East Coast based U.S. Navy SEAL Teams. Jim has 18 combat deployments in twelve countries, and a distinguished record of honor, professionalism, and success.  

While deployed, he planned and executed our nation’s highest priority combat missions and furthered the national security objectives of senior leadership within the Pentagon, the Legislative branch, and the Office of the President.  For his outstanding leadership and distinguished service, Jim was awarded a Silver Star medal, eight Bronze Star medals, a purple heart and five Presidential Unit Citations. 

In his last year of active duty, Jim wrote the Standard Operating Procedures Handbook for leadership roles and responsibilities amongst the U.S. Navy SEAL Teams.  The Handbook established a comprehensive set of basic tactics, guidelines, and procedures that all future U.S. Navy SEAL leaders are expected to know and live by.  

Today this Handbook has been adopted by Naval Special Warfare, and it is considered required reading for the next generation of Navy SEAL leaders on both the West and East Coast.

Firearms Instructor

USN Small Arms Marksmanship Instructor / Heavy Machine Gun Instructor

Joseph has been serving in the US Navy for a combined 10 years. As a gunners mate in Martime Expeditionary Security Forces his duties and responsibilities include Expeditionary Small Arms Instructor, engineering duties on small crafts, Security Response Force training, Tactical Combat Casualty Care, and crew served weapons employment. Served two tours in the Middle East as well as a year long security contract during a break in his military service.

Lead Instructor / Combative & Executive Protection 

Alan Baker is a distinguished martial arts and self-defense expert, celebrated globally for his expertise as an instructor, coach, author, and speaker. Alan has devoted over 43 years to martial arts, achieving mastery in over 25 systems under the guidance of world-renowned masters like Guro Dan Inosanto, Master Pedro Sauer, Master Erik Paulson Ajar Chai Sirisute, and Sifu Francis Fong. 

Alan's significant contributions to the defensive tactics and martial arts industry, combined with his work in Baker Defensive Tactics and as the founder of the Civilian Tactical Training Association (C-Tac), have solidified his standing as a pivotal figure in the field. 

A certified Armed Personal Protection Specialist and NRA Firearms Instructor, he has developed specialized programs for various organizations, including the Executive Protection Institute, the Vehicle Dynamics Institute, and Tactical 21. 

Learn more about Sifu Alan baker https://sifualanbaker.com/

Firearms Instructor / USPSA

Competitive Shooter

Easton was born and raised right here in the Hampton roads area. Born into a navy SEAL family the core values of discipline, integrity and diligence were deeply rooted in him. From before he can remember he developed a deep passion for firearms and tactical training. He began shooting pistols, shotguns and rifles at a young age and started competing in USPSA pistol competitions as he grew older in order to gain competitive experience and build strong relationships in the community.

Easton is passionate about educating individuals on responsible firearm use and practical tactical strategies—helping people protect themselves and their loved ones with confidence and competence.