BASETAC

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 former tactical training officer for the Smyrna Police Department (TN), and 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 and Georgia. 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. (see pics in side bar)

Partial List - Teaching Qualifications

• CERTIFIED LAW ENFORCEMENT INSTRUCTOR
• CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR TRAINER – USE OF FORCE
• CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR – Less Lethal Munitions
• CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR – Diversionary Devices
• CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR – Disturbance / Riot Control
• CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR TRAINER – SWAT Talk Talking Hands
• CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR TRAINER – COP Talk Talking Hands
• CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR TRAINER – DOC Talk Talking Hands
• CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR TRAINER – Edged Weapon
• CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR TRAINER – Defensive Tactics
• CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR TRAINER – Tactical Joint Controls
• CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR TRAINER – Shooting Solutions
• CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR TRAINER – Critical Confrontation Tactics
• CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR TRAINER – Subliminal Directives
• CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR TRAINER – Officer Survival
• CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR TRAINER – Rescue / Rappel
• CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR TRAINER – Low Light Tactical Shooting
• CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR – Firearms F.L.E.T.C.
• CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR – Firearms DOS State of TN
• CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR – Gas / chemical spray
• CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR – PPCT
• CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR TRAINER – Baton & Shield
• CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR TRAINER – Tactical Baton
• CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR – Armed / Unarmed Security
• CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR – PR24, Kubaton/Persuader
• CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR TRAINER – SWAT Tactical Operations
• CERTIFIED MASTER INSTRUCTOR TRAINER – Man Tracking
• TRAINING OFFICER DEVELOPMENT – UT MARTIN TN.
• VISITING FACULTY – T.L.E.T.A.
• Lecturer / Trainer – Annual National Law Enforcement Conference,
  PA Dept. of Ed.
• Lecturer / Trainer – S.T.O.R.M. MS
  (Sobriety Trained Officers Representing Mississippi)
• Lecturer – Department of Forensic, UT Knoxville
• Lecturer – Dept. of Sociology and Anthropology  MTSU

Law Enforcement Firearms rating -

• Distinguished Expert (NRA)
• Distinguished Weapons Expert (FLETC)
• Expert (PPC)