Randy DeHay

Randy DeHay, a former 7th Special Forces Group sniper and longtime Tacflow instructor, offers advanced training in carbine, long-range rifle, and CQB for military units, elite SWAT teams, and civilians.

Randy DeHay

ABOUT

Randy DeHay is a former U.S. Army Special Forces Operator with the 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne), where he served as a sniper and weapons sergeant (18B) on ODA 782. His military career began with the 82nd Airborne Division, deploying to Afghanistan as a scout sniper. Over nine years, he completed multiple combat deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, building deep operational experience in unconventional warfare and long-range interdiction.

Randy's formal training includes the U.S. Army Sniper School, Special Operations Target Interdiction Course, SF Advanced Reconnaissance Target Analysis and Exploitation Techniques (ARSOF), Special Forces Advanced Urban Combat, and U.S. Army Ranger School. His instructional background spans the full spectrum, from training illiterate Indigenous forces overseas to developing elite-level curricula for U.S. military personnel, SWAT teams, and civilian shooters.

As one of the original instructors with Tacflow Academy, Randy continues to deliver periodic training in his home state of Texas. He is known for his no-nonsense instruction and ability to translate high-level sniper and CQB tactics into understandable, practical training modules.

Signature Courses Include:

  • Long Range Rifle
  • Basic to Advanced Carbine
  • Active Shooter Response
  • CQB Program (MIL/LEO)
  • Sniper Program (MIL/LEO)

Randy's decades of operational and instructional experience make him a trusted resource for mission-critical training—whether you're a beginner or a tier-one operator.

Trusted by military units, law enforcement teams, and civilian shooters nationwide.

courses

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VERIFIED
Arizona

BASIC SNIPER COURSE

This five-day, 50-hour certification course builds foundational sniper capability for SWAT teams. Covering rifle setup, fieldcraft, tripod use, and mission planning, it’s ideal for agencies launching or strengthening sniper programs from the ground up.

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VERIFIED
Arizona

POLICE SNIPER TEAM LEADER COURSE

Designed for current and future LE Sniper Team Leaders, this 3-day course covers mission roles, program development, qualifications, SOPs, and gear selection—equipping leaders to run safer, smarter, and more effective sniper programs.

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VERIFIED
Arizona

POLICE SNIPER TRIPOD UTILIZATION COURSE

This three-day course trains active-duty LE snipers in tripod and alternate support shooting—critical skills for real-world ops where prone isn’t an option. Build stability, speed, and adaptability through scenario-based, stress-tested drills.

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VERIFIED
Arizona

URBAN SNIPER RESPONSE TACTICS COURSE

Built for LE/MIL snipers, this four-day course prepares operators for real-world urban contingencies—covering vehicle hides, covert deployment, plainclothes movement, and full mission planning in complex SWAT-driven urban environments. Scenario-based, realism-focused.

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VERIFIED
Arizona

SNIPER INSTRUCTOR COURSE

This five-day, 50-hour course prepares experienced LE snipers to become certified instructors, covering curriculum development, live-fire coaching, and teach-backs—equipping you to build and lead a department-level Basic Sniper School with confidence.

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VERIFIED
Arizona

LARGE CALIBER RIFLE INSTRUCTOR COURSE

Train to lead your agency’s .50 BMG and .338 LM program in this five-day instructor-level course focused on large-caliber deployment, vehicle interdiction, and long-range overwatch for LE/MIL snipers. TCOLE-certified and operationally grounded.

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VERIFIED
Arizona

POLICE SNIPER RESPONSE TO A PUBLIC VENUE

Purpose-built for law enforcement snipers, this advanced 4–5 day course trains operators to provide overwatch and counter-terror response in stadiums and public venues, with live-fire reps inside actual sites using real-world bullet traps.

training schools

Tac Flow
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TacVille Training Center in north Phoenix, Arizona.

Tac Flow

Tacflow Academy delivers mission-specific sniper and long-range training from Phoenix and Texas, with mobile teams offering nationwide LE- and civilian-ready precision rifle courses.

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skills

Prior Military Sniper Experience
Military Instructor
Tactical Shooting Expert
Tactical Skills Expert
Extreme Long-Range Expert
Wind Reading Specialist

address

Training Center in north Phoenix, AZ

contact

(480) 648-3717

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