Meet The Team

Lead Instructor: SwoopDog

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Swoop is a former British military operator with over 20 years of experience, including deployment during the 2003 Iraq War and multiple operational tours in complex and high-threat environments. Throughout his military career, he developed extensive expertise in tactical operations, situational awareness, and working effectively under pressure in rapidly evolving scenarios.

Since transitioning from the armed forces, Swoop has continued to apply his skillset in the private sector as an active hostile environment operator. His work takes him to challenging regions around the world, where he operates in dynamic, high-risk settings that demand adaptability, sound judgement, and a calm, professional approach.

Bringing real-world experience into training, Swoop offers valuable insight into practical tactics, decision-making under stress, and operating safely and effectively in unpredictable environments.

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Team Medic : Ian

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Ian is a former Senior Medical Technician with over 25 years of frontline ambulance experience in a busy urban environment. He has extensive expertise in managing trauma in high-pressure and challenging situations.

Known for his practical, “think outside the box” approach, Ian focuses on teaching adaptable skills that anyone can use — even without access to specialist equipment — empowering everyday people to step in and help when it matters most.

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