TAC-1 is committed to delivering modern firearms training that develops practical shooting skills through realistic and progressive methods. Our approach emphasizes the relationship between awareness, decision-making, and action while maintaining the highest standards of safety and firearm handling.
By tailoring training to the needs of the individual and incorporating varied tasks and realistic conditions, we help students build adaptable skills that transfer beyond the square range. Our goal is to improve performance, confidence, and problem-solving abilities, preparing shooters to perform effectively in dynamic environments.
Established in 2010, TAC-1 is a Southern California firearms training company founded by Shoji Hattori, a senior firearms instructor with a major metropolitan law enforcement agency in Los Angeles. We provide professional instruction for civilians and law enforcement personnel in pistol, rifle, shotgun, edged weapons, and tactical medicine.
Our courses are designed for all skill levels and focus on developing the integration of mindset, skill, and tactics through practical, performance-based training. Whether you are new to shooting or seeking to refine advanced skills, TAC-1 is committed to helping you become a safer, more capable, and more confident shooter.
Consider TAC-1's private firearms training ses​sion for the best one-on-one attention you deserve.