Reactive Tactics
Chris Ades
BACKGROUND: Civilian, Former Military, Instructor, Gov’t Employee / Contractor
10 Years Instructing
PH: 870 405 4155
Available Courses
Next Class | Course | Type | Difficulty |
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No Upcoming Classes Contact Instructor |
Arkansas/Missouri Conceal Carry Course Get your conceal carry for Arkansas and… |
Concealed Carry Training, Seminars / Lectures | N/A |
No Upcoming Classes Contact Instructor |
Close Quarters Battle (CQB)-Level I Room Clearing Techniques and Methods |
Basic, Intermediate, Rifle, Active Shooter Response Training, In Home Defense Training, Scenario Based Training, Specialty Other, Seminars / Lectures | Basic |
No Upcoming Classes Contact Instructor |
Home Security & Tactical Home Defense How to harden yourself and your home |
Basic, Intermediate, In Home Defense Training, Seminars / Lectures | Basic |
No Upcoming Classes Contact Instructor |
Pistol I Learn the fundamentals of pistol shootin… |
Basic, Intermediate, Virtual Simulation | Basic |
No Upcoming Classes Contact Instructor |
Pistol I (Women Only) Learn the fundamentals of pistol shootin… |
Basic, Intermediate, Women's Only Courses, Virtual Simulation | Basic |
No Upcoming Classes Contact Instructor |
Pistol II Intermediate Level Pistol Shooting Class |
Intermediate | Intermediate |
No Upcoming Classes Contact Instructor |
Rifle I Learn the fundamentals of semi-automatic… |
Basic, Rifle | Basic |
No Upcoming Classes Contact Instructor |
Rifle I (Women Only) Learn the fundamentals of semi-automatic… |
Basic, Rifle, Women's Only Courses | Basic |
About Reactive Tactics
Chris is a former U.S. Army Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician (Bomb Tech), where he began his career engaging in combat actions and operations in Afghanistan. Since 2014, he has been an OGA security contractor providing static and mobile personnel protection while operating in high-threat/high-risk countries worldwide. He is experienced in the use and training of small arms, heavy weapons, team tactics, executive protection, and CQB.
Courses Taught
Concealed Carry Training, Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, Rifle, NRA Courses, Active Shooter Response Training, In Home Defense Training, Church / Business - Safety / Security, Scenario Based Training, Women's Only Courses, Private Classes (Group / Individual), LEO / MIL / SEC Courses, Virtual Simulation, Seminars / Lectures, Air Gun, Tactical Casualty Care (TCCC / TECC)
Class Instructors
Brian Ades
Co-Owner Reactive Tactics, 20 yr Navy Bomb Technician, 13 yr Overseas Security Contractor, Arkansas & Missouri Concealed Carry Instructor, NRA Certified Small Arms Instructor & Range Safety Supervisor.
Mike Armstrong
Certifications
NRA Basic Pistol Instructor and Range Safety Officer certifications
Arkansas Concealed Carry (E/CHCL) Instructor. ASP Instructor # 22-1540
Missouri Conceal Carry Instructor
Policies
Cancellation Policy
Once you have been enrolled in a class, you may cancel at any time. Reschedules may be made up to 7 days of class start date without any additional fees.
If you are a “NO SHOW” for your class, you will be given a voucher for a later class of equal value. There will be a $20 fee for “NO SHOW” participants to reschedule.
Please see “Reschedule Policy” for reschedule information
Please see “Refund Policy” for refund information
Reschedule Policy
You may reschedule any course up to 7 days from class start date without any fees. Simply notify us and we will get it taken care of for you.
Within 7 days of class start date, there will be a reschedule fee of $20 as your class spot will most likely go unfilled.
Refund Policy
Due to the associated fees with booking software and payment processing software, refunds will be given at 75% of total class enrollment fees after enrollment up to 31 days of class start date.
Classes canceled within 30 days of class start date will be given a 50% refund of total class enrollment fees.
Classes canceled within 7 days of class start date will be given a 25% refund of total class enrollment fees.
Classes canceled within 24 hours of class start date will be given a 0% refund of total class enrollment fees.
Other Policy
NOTE: If any participant is deemed unsafe while handling firearms, they will be pulled aside and after a discussion with the individual, the instructor will determine if that individual may stay or ithey will be asked to leave and forfeit any monetary expenditures for that class.
NOTE: If an instructor deems any participant to be impaired by any substance (legal or illegal) or there are medical issues that obstruct the overall safety of other participants or the instructor, that individual will be pulled aside, and a discussion will take place. If the instructor determines the individual to be a safety concern due to substances, they will be asked to leave and forfeit any monetary expenditures for that class. If the instructor deems the participant to be a safety concern outside of their control, arrangements will be made to reschedule that individual for a latter class.
Waiver
Waiver
RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY AND COVENANT NOT TO TAKE LEGAL ACTION
SIGNIFICANT AND BINDING LEGAL DOCUMENT - BY SIGNING YOU AGREE TO ASSUME ALL RISK OF INJURY, DEATH, AND PROPERTY DAMAGE, AND AGREE TO WAIVE LEGAL RIGHTS. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING.
READ FIRST: You, the student/attendee acknowledge that it is your responsibility to read this document in its entirety because it does cover details about your surrender of specific legal rights/privileges that are associated with your ability to seek retribution for monetary costs associated with any incident, accident, injuries, or death. You also acknowledge that you have read, understand, and accept the prerequisites and requirements of the training/course you are planning to attend/participate in. This includes the posable impact on your medical limitations.
SPECIAL NOTE: Reactive Tactics personnel as well as Facility Owner/Employees, and Safety Officer(s) can at any time stop training due to any safety issues/violations, and remove any personnel from training to ether review the incident or conduct a safety assessment. You can be removed from the course for failure to comply with safety protocol or if any Reactive Tactics personnel, Range Owner, or Safety Officer evaluates your capabilities or health, and determine your ability to continue training. You understand that there will be NO refund for course cost if you are removed for cause.
FOR PURPOSES OF THIS DOCUMENT THROUGHOUT;
The term “RELEASE” applies to the phrase (Release and Waiver of Liability and Covenant Not to Sue or take other legal action.)
The term “Reactive Tactics” means/applies to Reactive Tactics, LLC, and each of their respective employees, officers, directors, owners, agents and independent contractors.
The terms “GUEST, Student, attendee, and you” means/applies to you (the signer of this document), your heirs, dependents, kin, successors, guardians, and representatives.
The term “FACILITY” means/applies to any permanent or temporary indoor or outdoor facility or premises owned, contracted, rented, or operated by Reactive Tactics.
The term “TRAINING” means/applies to any training, class, or course activity conducted on any FACILITY, including but not limited to, firearms, combatives/combat, weapons (of all types), personal defense, survival, combat, situational/stress simulations, simulated ammunition and live fire training exercises.
The terms “SIGNATURE AND INITIAL” apply to handwritten or digital signatures. Digital signatures/initials will be/are authenticated by email history.
In exchange for access to and use of the FACILITY and/or participation in TRAINING offered by REACTIVE TACTICS, the undersigned GUEST hereby voluntarily agrees to the following in whole:
THERE IS NO WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE OF SAFETY
You the student/attendee understand and acknowledge that REACTIVE TACTICS does not warrant or guarantee the safety of any GUEST participating in TRAINING or using or entering onto the FACILITY. The TRAINING activities are inherently dangerous. REACTIVE TACTICS does not warrant the condition or safety of any FACILITY and does not warrant the condition or safety of any equipment installed or used at any FACILITY. Each FACILITY and all equipment are provided in an “as is” condition. GUEST is solely responsible for identifying and avoiding any dangerous conditions. Outdoor TRAINING involves risks due to exposure to the elements, terrain, vegetation, flora, fauna, insects and weather. GUEST understands and acknowledges that TRAINING activities may involve strenuous physical exertion and emotional stress. GUEST is solely responsible for determining whether GUEST is physically capable and suited for TRAINING before engaging in any TRAINING activity. GUEST warrants that GUEST does not suffer from any physical impairment or medical condition and is not under the influence of any prescription medication which would impair GUEST’S ability to safely participate in TRAINING or use the FACILITY and EQUIPMENT used in training.
ACKNOWLEGMENT AND ASSUMTION OF RISK
You the student/attendee that all TRAINING activities are inherently dangerous and involve significant risks, both known and unknown, which could result in serious physical injury, emotional distress, death and/or damage or destruction of property. The risks include, but are not limited to: gunshot wounds; falling; head injuries; lacerations and puncture wounds; injuries to joints or limbs; neck and back injuries; paralysis; partial or total loss of eyesight or hearing; inhalation or other harmful contact with lead or other contaminants; being struck by flying or falling objects or fragments. You understand that such risks cannot be eliminated without compromising the essential qualities of TRAINING activities. You understand and assume all of the risks associated with TRAINING and/or use of the FACILITY and all equipment used in training, including risk of injury or death.
RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE OR TAKE OTHER LEGAL ACTION
You the student/attendee release and waive any and all claims, causes of action and legal right to seek compensation from REACTIVE TACTICS for personal injury, death or property damage, which may arise from participation in TRAINING or use of the FACILITY. You further promise and agree not to initiate any lawsuit against REACTIVE TACTICS seeking compensation for personal injury, death or property damage arising out of participation in TRAINING or use of the FACILITY. You agree to indemnify REACTIVE TACTICS for any and all costs incurred if a lawsuit is filed by or on behalf of GUEST in violation of this RELEASE, and agree to reimburse REACTIVE TACTICS for all attorney fees and costs.
IMAGE AND LIKENESS RELEASE
GUEST authorizes REACTIVE TACTICS to take photographs and video and audio recordings of GUEST participating in TRAINING and/or using the FACILITY and grants REACTIVE TACTICS permission to use any image or recording of GUEST for any commercial purposes relating to REACTIVE TACTICS, TRAINING or FACILITY. GUEST forever releases REACTIVE TACTICS from any claims relating to the use of GUEST’S image or likeness in promotions, photos, videos, etc. If GUEST is a law enforcement officer/member of military associated with undercover or covert activities it is GUEST responsibility to protect their identity and Reactive Tactics can not be held liable for any exposure/leak of that identity.
ACKNOWLEDGE
By signing the waviers, You the student/attendee acknowledge that you have read, and understand each of the terms of this RELEASE in its entirety. You understand you cannot take part in training or course until this RELEASE is signed. You also understand that if you do not agree with any or parts of this RELEASE but have not voiced/made known your concerns prior to 48hrs before course start date that you will not be refunded any of the course cost.