Michael Ferguson is a law enforcement investigator and Marine Corps veteran, serving as a firearms and tactics instructor with certifications in ALERRT, TCOLE, and tactical medical training for civilian and law enforcement shooters.
Michael Ferguson is a law enforcement investigator and Instructor/Media Director with experience spanning patrol and criminal investigations, specializing in financial and cybercrimes. Since entering law enforcement in 2017, he has served in both corrections and patrol roles before transitioning into the Criminal Investigation Division.
Ferguson is an active firearms and tactics instructor for his agency, delivering both rookie and in-service training programs. He holds multiple certifications, including ALERRT (SORD and CRASE), Tactical Medical Instructor, TCOLE Instructor, and TCOLE Firearms Instructor, bringing a well-rounded approach to modern law enforcement training.
He has also supported training at XMTG since 2014, assisting in both civilian and law enforcement courses. Prior to his law enforcement career, Ferguson served five years in the United States Marine Corps, where he instructed rifle marksmanship.
Known for blending investigative insight with practical firearms instruction, he delivers structured, real-world training across multiple disciplines.
Build a solid precision rifle foundation covering setup, ballistics, and communication, with live-fire validation out to distance.
Advance beyond fundamentals with positional shooting, tripod use, and unknown distance engagements using reticle-based ranging and wind calls.
Learn to run a scoped carbine from CQB distances to 600 yards using reticle-driven engagements and precision-based shooting methods.
A 5-day law enforcement sniper course covering deployment skills, fieldcraft, and engagements from CQB distance to 1,000 yards.
An intermediate sniper course focused on data refinement, urban operations, and shooting in full kit under realistic conditions.
XMTG Firearms Training Academy is a Texas-based sniper and firearms school delivering LE/military-driven precision rifle, carbine, and handgun training with selective civilian access.
