Beacon Training Group

15/04/2026

In a time when we often hear the worst about school violence, this is a reminder of what courage and leadership truly look like.

At a school in Pauls Valley, Principal Kirk Moore didn’t hesitate when faced with an armed former student planning a Columbine-style attack. He took immediate action—tackling the suspect and stopping the threat.

He was shot in the leg in the process.

But because of his actions, no students or staff were harmed.

This is what it means to put others before yourself. This is what real leadership looks like under pressure.

As someone who studies and trains for active threat response, this reinforces a critical truth: seconds matter, and decisive action saves lives.

Prayers for his recovery, and deep respect for a man who stepped forward when it mattered most.

14 likes. "Heroic Moment High School Principal Tackles Gunman In Oklahoma | 10 News"

29/03/2026

Let us all show up for those still fighting the war within.

Let us all show them we won’t let their struggles consume them.

WHY WE RUCK

We ruck to connect with our heroes.
Those who served. Those who sacrificed. Those who never made it home.

We ruck to embrace just a small piece of the pain and discomfort they carried—
not because we have to… but because they did.

We ruck to suffer together.
To remind one another that no one is alone.
That we are here. That we care. That we’re willing to carry the weight with you—if you would only let us.

And the truth is—
you don’t need to carry a heavy pack to be part of this.

You just have to show up.

Walk what you can.
Stand with us.
Be present.
Show your support.

Because sometimes the most powerful thing you can do…
is simply not let someone walk alone.

We ruck for the conversations that need to happen.
For the brothers and sisters still fighting battles no one can see.
For the families who carry loss every single day.

This isn’t just miles.
This is purpose.
This is connection.
This is how we honor them.

👉 Sign up today. Join us May 30, 2026 at the Frankfort VFW.

👉 Register: https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Frankfort/WarriorRuck

28/03/2026

🚨 NOW OPEN: MACTAC Training at Facility X 🚨

We are proud to host an upcoming MACTAC (Multiple Assault Counter Terrorist Action Capabilities) Course at Facility X. This is a high-level, reality-based training designed for law enforcement professionals who may face rapidly evolving, high-threat situations.

📅 Dates: April 27–29, 2026
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Facility X – South Chicago Heights

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🔥 COURSE OVERVIEW

This course focuses on swift, decisive response to active and coordinated attacks—whether involving a lone offender or multiple threats. When seconds matter, hesitation costs lives. This training prepares officers to act immediately, work as a team, and stop the violence.

Participants will develop the skills needed to:
• Rapidly deploy and neutralize threats
• Limit the scope of an incident
• Rescue downed officers and civilians
• Coordinate multi-agency responses under stress

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🎯 TOPICS COVERED

• Integrated tactics for first responders (contact & rescue teams)
• Team formations & multi-team deployments
• Urban tactical movement & operations
• Use of force & safety protocols
• Equipment selection & application
• Multi-agency coordination
• Communication (radio, terminology, verbal skills)
• Fi****ms handling in multi-scene environments

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⚠️ PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This is a high-intensity course. Attendees should be prepared to:
Run, sprint, kneel, crawl, and negotiate obstacles while performing tactical tasks.
➡️ Expect gear and clothing to get dirty (and possibly damaged).

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💲 COST

• $675 – Current ITOA Members
• $715 – Non-members (includes 1-year membership)

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✅ REGISTRATION

👉 Register directly through Illinois Tactical Officers Association (ITOA)

If registering someone else, contact: [email protected]

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This is real-world, no-nonsense training built for today’s threats. If you’re serious about preparedness, this is a course you don’t want to miss.

17/03/2026

Great cause!!!

🇺🇸 Become a Sponsor of the Warrior Ruck 🇺🇸

The Warrior Ruck brings together veterans, first responders, and our community for one mission — supporting mental health and su***de prevention.

📍 May 30, 2026
📍 Frankfort VFW Post 1493

Last year hundreds of people came out to ruck, support the cause, and raise critical funds for veterans and first responders who are struggling.

We’re currently looking for local businesses and community partners to stand with us as event sponsors.

Your sponsorship helps:
• Fund veteran and first responder wellness programs
• Send struggling veterans on Reel Warriors Foundation trips
• Build a stronger community around those who served

Sponsors receive event exposure, social media promotion, and recognition at the event.

If your business wants to make a real impact while supporting an incredible cause, we’d love to partner with you.

📩 Message me for sponsorship details.

01/02/2026

Last night a Peoria County Deputy was shot several times after conducting a traffic stop in Peoria. Our prayers are with him and his family and wish him a speedy recovery!

27/01/2026

Building a safer environment for our students and educators is a responsibility we take very seriously. On January 5th, we had the distinct honor of training over 120 administrators and teachers from five incredible schools: St. Margaret Mary (Algonquin), SS. Peter and Paul (Cary), Montini (McHenry), St. John the Baptist (Johnsburg), and St. Mary (Woodstock).

It was our absolute pleasure to work with such dedicated professionals. We are humbled by the commitment these educators showed, stepping well outside their comfort zones to engage in intense, "as real as it gets" scenarios—from tactical medical response and wound packing to EBRS (Escape, Barricade, Resist, Survive) strategies.

While we are proud to empower these teams with the knowledge and options they need to keep their students safe, we also deeply understand the gravity of this training. We recognize that this is a skillset every educator hopes they never have to use, and that weight is never lost on us.

Thank you to Principal Brenna O’Hearn and all the participating schools for trusting Beacon Training Group with your safety mission. We are inspired by your dedication to your students and your communities.



https://observer.rockforddiocese.org/article/hands-on-training-schools-hope-to-never-need/

07/01/2026

07/01/2026

29/09/2025

Thank you for the shout out!

26/09/2025

Make Your School Safer: Host Your Own Life-Saving Training!

We're thrilled to announce that Beacon Training Group is partnering with Oak Lawn–Hometown School District 123 to offer a vital Emergency Care Instructor Program!

This intensive, two-day, 14-hour course is specifically designed to equip school staff with the knowledge and confidence to teach essential life-saving emergency care skills to their colleagues. Instead of just learning the skills, you'll learn how to teach them effectively.

What You Will Be Prepared to Train Others In:

The proper use of tourniquets, wound packing, and pressure dressings to control severe bleeding.

Immediate, effective responses to breathing and circulation-related injuries.

Utilizing both standard and improvised equipment to bridge the gap until professional help arrives.

The program structure ensures mastery: a blend of classroom instruction, expert demonstrations, hands-on practice, and valuable opportunities to teach and receive feedback.

Certification:
Successful completion earns you certification as an Emergency Care Instructor, ready to return to your school empowered to deliver simple, effective, and life-saving training.

Program Details:

Dates: October 14–15

Time: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Location: Oak Lawn–Hometown SD123 Training Center, 4201 W 93rd St, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 (Enter through Door #2)

Ready to step up as a safety leader in your district?

Contact Beacon Training Group for more details or to register:
https://beacontraininggroup.enrollware.com/enroll?id=12136551