Maybe you want to do this class but don’t have NODs? We can help you with a rental unit for the class.

Maybe you have a PVS14 and wanted to try out a dual tube set before spending money on them- a lot of housing choices out now, not like the old days with just 1 or 2 options. We have a good quantity of dual tube sets in our…[Read more]

I had the chance to participate as OPFOR during a squad tactics class last year at MVT, and it really highlighted how critical reliable communications are in small team operations. I floated the idea of a dedicated “radio communications” focused class to some of the guys, and there seemed to be real app…[Read more]

“Max Velocity Tactical is the best training in the country a civilian can get.” 

I’ve been taking classes at MVT for 4 years now. This is my second time taking squad tactics with my first squad tactics being about three years ago. This squad…[Read more]

I have been attending classes at MVT for a couple of years.  I predominantly attend live-fire classes, but this is my third AirSim force-on-force class.

The first day of class is live-fire on a square range.  Basic weapons handling and safety drills are conducted until the class is ready to proceed with more c…[Read more]

I am interested in the Recon class and will likely bring one more. I know of another Alumni who is interested and will likely bring at least one more.

Above: some live fire from day 1. Simulating entry with the number one man only.

CQB June 2026

To preface, this was my fourth class with MVT following HEAT 1, 2, and Reconnaissance. I never had doubts about safety in classes at MVT, and this CQB class continued the tradition. I never have to worry about injury beyond following…[Read more]

Review:

This course…[Read more]

1. In the land navigation course we teach, the first day students get a print out on normal copy paper, no map case, no bag, no nothing. As they complete day 1 and get all sweaty and rained on the map turns to crap but its on purpose from the cadre. As we…[Read more]

I’ve taken a handful of  classes and attended a few multi-day camps.   This Squad Tactics airsim class was outstanding.  We were given basic instruction on the first day with a decent length series of classroom sessions.  Then were sent out on the first mission.  After that we were told to carry everything we needed for the entire day and pr…[Read more]

The first day is classroom focused on teaching what medical steps to take in the field, as well as going through gear n…[Read more]

I have carried a handgun for at least the past 40 years. I also have an aid bag in my vehicle. So far, I have used my aid bag over a dozen times and have yet to use my handgun (for its intended purpose).

You’ll hear Max talk about getting sucked into your scope (rifle), the same WILL happen when dealing with a patient in…[Read more]

by Matthew J Trewhella
2013
ISBN 978-1482327687

Introduction
• When a citizenry’s view of the State is theologically-driven, the State can no longer get away with doing whatever just tickles its fancy. Pxi…[Read more]

Combat Lifesaver; Jonathan

I’m not new to the medical world; I’m an EMT myself and many people in my family are in the…[Read more]

The Combat Lifesaver class is the perfect balance between squad tactics and medical trauma training.  There are three days to the course and the intensity of the stress levels increase with each day of the class in order to best challenge your mastery of the TCCC principles.

The first day of training is…[Read more]

Everyone on their first deployment or combat action rationalizes that death and being wounded won’t happen to them. However, reality is something different. Just ask those who deployed a second time for they have seen the harsh truth. Therefore, a secondtruth–you and all your team members must a…[Read more]

The Combat Life Saver Class is one of the few, perhaps the only MVT classes where the OPFOR (Opposing Force i.e. enemy) are permitted to attend the Classroom portion of the class. I greatly appreciated this as the information in this class is highly valuable. It also enabled the OPFOR to better play the…[Read more]

Overview

This year marked my fifth trip to Texas to attend Max Velocity Tactical’s annual Alumni Week at Quinn Ranch. Over the past several years I’ve participated in four previous alumni…[Read more]

My 9th year at Brady continues to be one of learning, pushing boundaries, and developing friendships across the nation amongst like-minded people.  In those 9 years, I have NEVER felt unsafe.  Max’s focus on safety sometimes comes out as gruff and blunt, but let’s face it – once the bullet leaves the barrel,…[Read more]

This is not casual range time. It’s seven days of demanding, immersive, live-fire small-unit training across 6,000 acres of rugged terrain that punishes complacency and rew…[Read more]

TRAINING CALENDAR

A list of classes and descriptions here:

TRAINING AT MVT

Class reviews:

CLASS REVIEWS

Novels and Manuals Available!

Must Read Tactical Thrillers!

Genuine & Modern military tactics

Books in the series:

Book 1: Patriot Dawn: The Resistance Rises.

Book 2: Patriot…[Read more]

Mid-February is the annual Texas adventure, with a HEAT 1 Combat Tactics class and the Alumni Live Fire…[Read more]

TL;DR: MVT classes are top notch. The instructor is always adapting and changing based on feedback to make the class even better, and you can never do too much quality training.

My background: I have attended several MVT classes, repeating many of them. I had been fortunate enough to have t…[Read more]

Just a quick FYI to those that didn’t make HEAT 3 (Night Ops), you missed bigly and I hope to see you guys there next year. 

My takeaways:

Cost: Keep in mind that you can rent NODs for the class via JRH. This should lower the cost to attend and give you an idea of what you’re looking for. 

New Stuff: The raid is at a new location (no…[Read more]

I am also interested in a Recon class offering.

TL;DR: Fantastic class about a topic I hope that I never, ever have to do in real life.

My background: I’ve been taking MVT classes for several years now. This is the third time that I have attended this particular class (ironically it was the first class I ever attended, tho…[Read more]

Texas HEAT 1 Combat Tactics: 18-21 Feb.

Texas Alumni Live Fire: 23 – 28 Feb.

Combat Lifesaver: 27 – 29 Mar.

Private HEAT 1 Combat Tactics: 16 – 19 Apr.

HEAT 1 Combat Tactics: 30 Apr – 3 May.

Squad Tactics: 14 – 17 May.

HEAT 2 Combat Patrol: 28 – 31 May.

Close Quarter Battle…[Read more]

This is a quick review of the October 2025 Reconnaissance class at MVT. My experience prior consists of HEAT 1 and 2.

“What did I get myself into?” This thought crossed my mind several times the first three days. I had heard plenty of tidbits about “recce” from YouTube personalities and read about it in books beforehand. When all that…[Read more]

Student Review: HEAT Squad Tactics September 2025 – Tony

TL;DR: For me this is the ultimate MVT class (I know others will say Texas is, but I have not done that one and thus cannot say that myself.) I encourage you to sign up for every chance you get. Move things around in your schedule, save your pennies, sell stuff you don’t really nee…[Read more]