Priority One's

BASETAC  Training  Center

Levi Montgomery

President / CEO Priority One

Levi Montgomery is co-owner and chief instructor for Priority One's BASETAC Training center, located in Nashville, TN. His law enforcement career began in 1979, and his postings as an officer have included SWAT, undercover, vice, patrol and training. With an extensive background in police tactics, weapons use and Martial Arts, his unique methods of controlling aggression have been recognized and implemented throughout the US and abroad by special operation groups such as Team MIKE in Kosovo, H8 (Hostile Area Tactical Escort) Teams in Iraq and special interest groups operating out of the western U.S. In addition, Montgomery is a Master tracking trainer, instructing law enforcement and military personnel throughout the United States and Canada in the use of police tactics and Visual/Tactical Man Tracking.

The threatening nature of many of Montgomery's work environments have led him to create a method of dealing with aggression that is hidden from even those in close proximity to him. Because he lacked the support of "back-up" during undercover operations, it was crucial that he successfully manage a physical situation without appearing to be the aggressor. This developed method has become his trademark. Attendees often express comments of surprise and praise after participating in one of Montgomery's training sessions. His non-conventional, open-minded approach to exploring a topic keeps the class fresh and engaging. Always on a quest to find a "better way," Levi has challenged many current methods of dealing with aggression, resulting in the development of new training programs that effectively address today's issues. While maintaining extremely high degrees of safety, commonly accepted training standards and rules are broken in an effort to create realistic and dynamic training procedures. Demand for this method of training keeps the BASETAC training staff on the move.

Montgomery's life long quest for understanding the human body was complemented with complex training in Fragmentary Human Osteology and bone identification from Dr. Bill Bass, author of "Death's Acre - The Body Farm" and forensics anthropologist Dr. Hugh Berryman. Montgomery has been seen on The Learning Channel working with Dr. Berryman in the recovery of skeletal remains and trace evidence in and around Tennessee. Montgomery's expertise in the use of the edged weapon has made him a regular lecturer for Dr. Lee Jantz of the University of Tennessee's Forensic Department, lecturing on blade use vs. injuries and the identification of edged weapon marks to the skeletal structure.

Levi's in-depth understanding of physical confrontations has also drawn interest from LA and local film makers. His expertise has been utilized in creating realistic fight choreography and safe weapons handling as well as performing as role talent himself. Levi's ability to interact with the Production staff and "talent", on their comfort level, has earned him both their respect and trust.

In 2004 Levi discovered another training need unfilled and founded the non–profit The Equalibrium Foundation (www.equalibrium.org). Equalibrium's goal is "Helping the Physically Disabled Balance Life through Adventure and Exercise". Adapting his own PCM or "Physical Confrontation Management" to the needs of someone confined to a wheelchair has been a new and exciting experience and has proved once again that his PCM techniques are not dependant on size or strength. By adding fitness and adventure training and the ability to defend themselves Equalibrium clients improve their lives and self-reliance.

email Levi levi@basetac.com