Small Team Rural Tactics VTC Training 8 hour course ​ Instructor Biography Evan Vilander is a US Army Ranger with 8 combat deployments. He has served as a RECCE team leader. Dana Vilander is founder/manager of VTC Training. He served 32 years with LA Sheriff’s Dept, (CA) 26 years on the swat team (SEB). ​ Course Description Movement techniques and tactics in open rural or wooded areas is different than clearing a house. This course focuses on 3-6 man teams searching for dangerous suspects. Formations and movement techniques, and suspect engagement tactics (React to Contact) are the primary focus. However we will discuss K9 integration, drones, land navigation, kit loadout and officer down/TECC drills. ​ This class is appropriate for patrol, detectives and SWAT. ​ Student Equipment Required​ Duty Uniform with Plate Carrier Helmet Pistol Rifle