Jonathan 'JD' Ames

JD is a former Special Forces Sniper and Federal Law Enforcement Instructor with 12 years of experience teaching advanced tactics, long-range shooting, CQB, and more through Paramount Tactical Solutions.

Jonathan 'JD' Ames

overview

Updated:
Feb 2026

JD is a former U.S. Army Special Forces Sniper with multiple combat deployments and over a decade of instructional experience. He currently serves as an Advanced Tactics Instructor for a federal law enforcement agency. He is a certified instructor through the Federal Law Enforcement Training Association (FLETA).


As part of Paramount Tactical Solutions, JD trains military, law enforcement, and civilian shooters nationwide in sniper skills, long-range marksmanship, pistol and carbine use, close-quarters battle, and small-unit tactics.

Core instruction areas:

  • XP Long Range Rifle
  • Tactical Carbine
  • CQB and Surveillance Tactics
  • Pistol & Rifle Marksmanship

JD’s teaching style blends precision, tactical relevance, and a commitment to mission-ready performance.

Trusted by special operations, law enforcement units, and serious civilian shooters nationwide.

courses

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West Virginia

XP Long Range Rifle Level I

Gain true long-range confidence with expert coaching, standardized testing, and proven gear; out to 1,000+ yards.

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West Virginia

XP Long Range Rifle Level II

Advance your precision shooting with Level II testing, personalized coaching, and targets beyond 1,000 yards.

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West Virginia

XP Long Range Rifle Level III

Sharpen your edge for PRS-style matches with expert-led stage prep, advanced electronics, and positional rifle drills.

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VERIFIED
West Virginia

Mid-Long Range Carbine I

Learn to stretch your AR to 600+ yards using LPVOs, smart holds, and practical positional drills.

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VERIFIED
West Virginia

Mid-Long Range Carbine II

Advance your carbine skills with LPVO drills, multi-target engagements, and stress-based positional shooting.

training schools

Paramount Tactical
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135 Motorsports Park Cir, Summit Point, WV 25446

Paramount Tactical

Veteran-owned training company led by former SOF and law enforcement snipers, offering XP Long Range Rifle and carbine courses with mobile training options nationwide.

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skills

Prior Military Sniper Experience
Military Instructor
Tactical Shooting Expert
Tactical Skills Expert

address

135 Motorsports Park Cir, Summit Point, WV 25446

contact

(304) 620-4921

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