Neal, Marc
Hostage Rescue Training

This course will train SWAT personnel in the crucial aspects of hostage rescue operations. Topics include hostage rescue concepts, rapid deployment and emergency entry tactics, tactical operations center concepts, crisis negotiations concepts and hostage rescue force options including tactical precision long rifle operations, stronghold and vehicle options.

Equipment List:
  • Duty rifle and handgun
    NO AMMUNITION AS THERE IS NO LIVE FIRE IN THIS COURSE
  • Tactical Uniform
  • Ballistic helmet
  • Knee and elbow protection
  • Eye and ear protection
  • Gas Mask
  • Gloves
  • Hat
  • Flashlight w/extra batteries
  • Extra batteries for optics (if so equipped)
  • Day pack w/Hydration System
  • Snack foods such as Power Bars or Trail Mix
  • Sun block
  • Insect repellant
  • 9 mm Simunitions handgun
  • 100 rounds of 9mm Simunitions handgun ammo
  • Protective gear for Simunitions (head, face, neck, hands, groin)

    • Marc Neal - Bio
    Marc Neal is now retired after a 20-year law enforcement career. He worked three years as a sheriff detention deputy and the remainder as a municipal police officer. Marc was a 15-year member of his department's SWAT Team, serving as entry operator, team leader, and explosive breacher. He was involved in several hundred deployments, including hostage rescues. He was also involved in several operational explosive breaches. He has been an instructor for the NTOA since 2005, teaching Basic and Advanced SWAT, Less Lethal Instructor Courses, and Patrol Response to Active Shooter basic and instructor level courses.