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Tacflow Academy was established in 2009 as Craft International's exclusive close quarter combat provider. When Chris Kyle passed and Craft International shut down, the original training team stayed together. With blessing from the Kyle Family, they merged Craft's sniper program with their CQC expert...
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Tacflow Academy was established in 2009 as Craft International's exclusive close quarter combat provider. When Chris Kyle passed and Craft International shut down, the original training team stayed together. With blessing from the Kyle Family, they merged Craft's sniper program with their CQC expertise under the Tacflow Academy umbrella—keeping Chris's mission alive while honoring their roots.
Tacflow doesn't teach high-speed tactics to impress you. They coach you through mission-specific skills so you can perform under pressure when it matters.
Law Enforcement: SWAT teams, snipers, tactical units, public venue response, aerial platform operations, emerging threats
Civilians: Home defense, travel safety, threat awareness, decision-making under stress
Military: Custom unit training tailored to your operational needs
Private Security: Low-signature protection details, worldwide security planning
| Specialty | Details |
|---|---|
| Long-Range Sniper | Advanced precision instruction, case studies, instructor development |
| Pistol & Carbine | Fundamentals through advanced combat applications |
| Hand-to-Hand Combatives | Close quarter tactics and edged weapons |
| Aerial Platform | Helicopter operations for tactical response |
| Land Navigation | Orienteering and tactical movement |
| Public Venue Response | Sniper tactics for high-threat civilian locations |
Reality-Based Training (RBT): Tacflow gets you off the flat range. Pressure-tested scenarios in controlled environments build the decision-making skills that actually save lives when adrenaline hits.
Led by Rigo Durazo and Mark Lang—two original members of the Craft International team. They recruit and mentor instructors who share one thing: they're obsessed with helping you be the best protector you can be. The philosophy is clear: coaching over ego, knowledge over flash.
Mark Lang has published extensively in industry publications including Tactical Edge Magazine (NTOA), Law Enforcement Technology Magazine, and Safety & Security International on topics ranging from aerial platforms and .50 caliber rifle deployment to SWAT modernization.
Tacflow has worked with major agencies including: FBI, DEA, U.S. Secret Service, U.S. Marshals, U.S. Border Patrol, U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corps, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Energy, RCMP (Canada), and SWAT teams from every major U.S. city—Austin, Dallas, Denver, Los Angeles, Phoenix, New York, Miami, Orlando, Atlanta, and more.
"Our goal is not to show you how high speed we are, but rather to coach you and help you develop the knowledge and skills to build your confidence to effectively perform under pressure."
Decisions made out of fear, emotion, and panic lead to bad outcomes. Training that simulates real-world scenarios—with feedback, coaching, and pressure testing—builds the mental clarity to make informed decisions in real time.
After your course: - Stay connected to instructors for implementation questions - Join the global alumni network - Bring proven methods back to your team - Access ongoing support and coaching
Headquarters: Phoenix, Arizona
Training Delivery: Open courses scheduled year-round. Custom programs and on-site training available worldwide. Schedule a consult call to build your training plan.
Proud supporters of the American Valor Foundation (founded by the Kyle Family to support military, veterans, and first responders). Active members of the National Tactical Officers Association and regional SWAT associations.
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