The First Push Brotherhood

10/16/2026

One of our own had the opportunity to present his class, Calculated Aggression: Reading Conditions and Making the Push, at the Small Town, Job Town Fire Conference hosted by Small town FOOLS

This was his first time presenting this class, and while you could tell he had some nerves at the beginning, he settled in, found his flow, and delivered a great presentation. Watching him step outside his comfort zone and share his knowledge and passion for the job was something to be proud of.

At First Push Brotherhood, we believe in more than just developing better firefighters. We believe in building each other up, pushing one another to grow, and creating opportunities for our members to share what they know with the fire service.

We’re proud of him for taking that first step, and we’re excited to see what comes next. Every journey starts somewhere, and this is only the beginning for First Push Brotherhood.

Keep learning. Keep pushing. Keep raising the standard.

Training chair Justin Woods presenting his presentation “Calculated Agression” at Small town FOOLS fire conference.

10/11/2026

We are less than a week out! You will not want to miss this! Even if you can only make it for one day, you need to be there!

🔥 CAN’T MAKE THE WHOLE CONFERENCE? NO PROBLEM! 🔥

One day is better than no days! 👊

ONE-DAY PASSES are now available for the SmallTown JobTown Fire Conference! 🚒💨

Pick the day that works for you, bring your crew, and come get some serious training from instructors who know their stuff.

Live fire. Hands-on training. Real-world skills. No sitting around talking about what we could do. We’re here to DO THE WORK. 🔥

10/09/2026

Our thoughts and prayers are with all our brothers and sisters in the fire service who will be directly impacted by this hurricane.

We know that behind every firefighter is a family, a home, and a life outside the uniform. For those of you preparing for the storm, worrying about your homes, or facing the possibility of losing things you’ve worked hard to build, please know that you are not alone.

So often, we are the ones showing up when others are facing their worst days. We stand in the gap for our communities, protect our neighbors, and answer the call when others need us most. But sometimes, our own people are the ones who need that same support.

To every brother and sister in the path of this storm, we are praying for your safety, your families, your homes, and your peace of mind. No matter what department you serve with or what patch you wear, you are part of this family.

Brotherhood is more than a handshake, a shirt, or a patch. It’s showing up for one another when life gets hard. If this storm impacts you, remember you don’t have to face the aftermath alone. We stand with you, we care about you.

May God protect every firefighter and their family in the path of this storm. Stay safe, look after one another, and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers

10/09/2026

The First Push Brotherhood would like to congratulate our Co-Founder, Brandon LaFontaine, on completing the Mississippi State Fire Academy’s Vehicle Extraction course!

This marks his second certification in just two weeks, demonstrating his commitment to continuous learning, professional development, and improving his craft.

As a co-founder of First Push Brotherhood, Brandon continues to lead by example, showing that leadership isn’t just about setting the standard for others; it’s about holding yourself accountable to it.

We believe that staying sharp, staying hungry, and investing in ourselves makes us better firefighters, better leaders, and better brothers.

Proud of you, brother! Keep putting in the work and raising the bar.

FIRST PUSH. ALWAYS FORWARD.

10/09/2026

Congratulations, Justin Woods

The First Push Brotherhood would like to congratulate our founder, Justin Woods, on successfully completing the Mississippi State Fire Academy’s Truck Company Operations course this week!

Justin continues to lead by example, demonstrating a commitment to lifelong learning, professional development, and raising the standard within the fire service. As the founder of First Push Brotherhood, he believes that leadership starts with a willingness to learn, grow, and invest in becoming better for the people who count on us.

You cannot expect others to raise the standard if you aren’t willing to raise it yourself.

Congratulations, Justin! Keep pushing forward, setting the example, and investing in the craft.

FIRST PUSH. ALWAYS FORWARD.

10/06/2026

🔥 CAN’T MAKE THE WHOLE CONFERENCE? NO PROBLEM! 🔥

One day is better than no days! 👊

ONE-DAY PASSES are now available for the SmallTown JobTown Fire Conference! 🚒💨

Pick the day that works for you, bring your crew, and come get some serious training from instructors who know their stuff.

Live fire. Hands-on training. Real-world skills. No sitting around talking about what we could do. We’re here to DO THE WORK. 🔥

10/02/2026

CONGRATULATIONS, BROTHER!

We are proud to congratulate not only one of our members but also our co-founder on successfully earning his Officer II certification!

He is a true example of what it means to set a standard, live by it, and hold himself and those around him accountable to it. His dedication to growth, leadership, and the fire service reflects the very values our brotherhood was built on.

We are proud to have him as a member, a leader, and a brother. His commitment to continuously learning and pushing himself forward is a reminder that leadership is not just about a title; it is about the example you set every day.

Congratulations, Brother! Your hard work and dedication have paid off. Keep setting the standard and raising the bar.

NFPA 1021-II: Fire Officer II is designed to support leadership growth and the ability to manage multiple fire companies. This course covers supervising multiple teams, personnel development, and organizational communication.

10/01/2026

Consistency is built when nobody is watching. It’s showing up on the days you don’t feel like it, putting in the work, and holding yourself accountable.
Stay true to yourself. Stay true to your standards.

Don’t let comfort, complacency, or the opinions of others dictate who you become.

The discipline you build in the gym carries over into the firehouse, your family, and every aspect of your life.

No shortcuts. No excuses. No compromising your standards.

Keep showing up. Keep pushing forward. Be better than you were yesterday.

09/18/2026

We would like to congratulate one of our own members, Payton Price, on his promotion to Relief Driver Operator!
Promotions are earned through hard work, dedication, sacrifice, and a commitment to becoming better not just for yourself, but for the people you serve alongside.
We’re proud to see Payton take this next step in his fire service career. We know he’ll continue to learn, lead by example, and give back to the members coming up behind him.
Congratulations, well deserved, brother. Keep pushing forward!