Student Feedback 2009 to 2012

July 5, 2012 – Oral Board Test Preparation: My buddy and I attended this class together. My buddy had his assessment center for lieutenant a week after the class. He finished 1st overall!!! I had my oral board last week for sergeant. I finished 1st on the oral board and 1st overall. I am #1 on the list!!! The information presented in this class undoubtedly had an impact on my performance. The instructor, Dave Marshall’s advice helped me sell my qualifications and provided me with several ideas I never would have considered.

Sgt. Tom Kenyon, Madison Heights PD, MI

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June 20, 2012 – Advanced Patrol Rifle / Instructor Re-Certification: Mark Buckberry is a great instructor. The instruction and courses of fire were very well run.

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June 15, 2012 – Tactical Pistol Instructor: I was very impressed with both instructors (John Sherman and Kelly Bricker). As with all CMI classes it was a challenge and a very positive experience.

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June 15, 2012 – Patrol Rifle Instructor (Vermont Police Academy): This is an outstanding course. It challenges the student’s skill sets and gave good information to bring back to our departments for training and policy. Center Mass Instructors are very knowledgeable and are fun to work with.

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May 2, 2012 – AR-15 Armorer Class (Lamont, IL): The diagrams and illustrations were very beneficial. The cutout diagrams were very informative. I liked the extra information provided beyond as it related to ammunition, accessories and parts distributors.

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May 19, 2012 – Oral Board Test Preparation: This course surprised me. I learned more about what I can do better as a supervisor. This was a great class. The instructor, Dave Marshall, knows his stuff. Very helpful information for my next test. I really feel like I have an advantage.

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April 13, 2012 – Basic Police Sniper School: Lt. Eric Zimmer was a very valuable asset. His ability to relate his experiences and our activities flowed well. Det. Paul Creager appeared very knowledgeable about equipment, tactics and skill. This was the best training that I have attended in 17 years of service.

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April 27, 2012 – Police Sniper Instructor School: The instructor, Dave Agata is very passionate about what he teaches. He demands everyone give 100% all the time. He has instilled in me the need to be knowledgeable and passionate about teaching and to keep a positive mind in the face of adversity.

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June 24, 2011 – Tactical Pistol Instructor School: The course was very well planned out, conducted in a very safe manner and was very real world geared. This course will save someone’s life!!!

Ofc. John Branch – University of Michigan Police, MI

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April 20, 2011 – Advanced Sniper Workshop: Great course! Showed how lacking in documentation we are. Thank you!!!

Sgt. Tad Deo – Eaton County Sheriff’s Department, MI

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April 29, 2011 – .50 Caliber SASR School: The instructor, Dave Agata, was top notch. He is an excellent instructor who was well prepared. He ran the course safely, was knowledgeable and relates well to his student’s skill levels.

Matt Krumbach – Lansing PD, MI

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October 7, 2011 – Patrol Rifle Instructor School (Farmington CT): This is my third course with Center Mass. The instructors, Mike Tkac & Sean Nelson, did a great job as always. Over the years I have attended many shooting classes by different instructors and companies. This class was by far the very best!

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October 28, 2011 – Basic Police Sniper School (Norman OK): Good school. It will test you and show you what you are capable of doing. It is a good confidence builder for your skills. The instructor, Mike Tkac, is personable and creates a good learning environment.

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April 13, 2011 – Police Sniper Instructor School (Camp Grayling MI): Mike Tkac is a professional and well experienced sniper instructor. His solutions to shooting questions were explained in a manner that made sense, got results and built the students confidence.

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May 20, 2010 – Designated Marksmen School (Duke Energy / Catawba Nuclear Station): Well developed course for our needs at Catawba. We will definitely host another course.

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April 19, 2010 – Advanced Sniper Workshop: It has been a long time since I have been to a school that was really great. Jeff Felts was an outstanding instructor and knew his material.

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June 14, 2010 – Tactical Pistol Instructor School: Mark Stout and Dave Sage were superb instructors. Their command of skills was very impressive. They both were very positive in their teaching approach. They were serious with the right amount of humor which helps the days go by easily. Mark and Dave moved quickly and fluently from drill to drill and were great in their explanations of what they were looking for from the in each evolution. By far the most intense, fun and informative training I have ever had in any topic. I have had instruction in firearms, DT, OC, baton, Ect.. These instructors were better than any instruction I have received.

David Vandergrift – Marion County Sheriff, IN

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August 4, 2010 – Advanced Patrol Rifle / Instructor Re-Certification (Middletown CT): I enjoyed the class a lot. It was a great experience. Some of the new techniques improved my shooting skills. It was a great review!

Dario Tarascio – East Hartford PD, CT

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October 8, 2010 – Tactical Pistol Instructor School (Michigan State Police): Excellent course. Thank you!!!

A/Sgt. Ted Therrien, Michigan State Police

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January 24, 2009 – Patrol Rifle Instructor (Coral Springs PD, FL): Patrol officers have a lot to learn from this course. The reality and training learned on the CAPS machine is priceless. I will highly recommend this course to fellow instructors in the future. Jeff Felts and Dave Agata did a great job instructing!!! The course objectives were hit “Center Mass”.

Ofc. Kevin Hayes, Ft. Lauderdale PD, FL

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April 18, 2012 – Basic Police Sniper School: This class will kick your ass…Be prepared!!! Awesome!!!

Dep. Brandon Lyons, Gogebic County Sheriff’s Department, MI

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May 8, 2009 – Tactical Pistol Instructor School: Great course. I have a master’s degree and both instructors (Sherman and Stout) I will remember as top notch.

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June 12, 2009 – Patrol Rifle Instructor School: Great class…best I have ever attended!!! Thank you

Dep. Brian BeGole, Shiawassee County Sheriff’s Office, MI

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May 22, 2009 – Patrol Rifle Instructor School: This has been a fantastic course. It’s been challenging, fast paced, minimal down time, dynamic & well rounded. The instructors, Jeff Felts and John Sherman, were fantastic at challenging & motivating students. They brought a high degree of credibility and moral authority, passing on solid information in an unassuming manner. There are many trainers in the law enforcement community, but Center Mass has really put a program together that puts it among the best.

Sgt. Raymond Hamilton, Chicago PD, IL

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May 22, 2009 – Patrol Rifle Instructor School: Very good class – Great! Knowledgeable instructors who didn’t brag but taught what they know and were competent. I really enjoyed the class. It was tough with long hours, but I really did get into it. Thanks

Ofc. Don Blalock, Oakland University, MI

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November 20, 2009 – Tactical Pistol Instructor School: The instructors, John Sherman and Russ Lyons, were very knowledgeable and extremely proficient with all tasks they taught. This was very good training and I would recommend it to anybody.

Ofc. Aaron Mickey, Canton Twp. PD, MI

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September 25, 2009 – Tactical Pistol Instructor School (Palisades Nuclear Station, MI): Instructors John Sherman and Russ Lyons were very helpful and informative. The instructors were outstanding in their presentations; knowledge, ability and insuring all students were both competent and confident in the all facets of pistol shooting. A lot of real-world experience. Great school, I learned a lot!

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