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Join Dr. Neil Murray for a 3-hour Introduction to Tactical Medicine course in Colorado Springs. Learn life-saving trauma care techniques tailored for dynamic and high-pressure outdoor and combat environments.
Join Dr. Neil Murray for a 3-hour Introduction to Tactical Medicine course in Colorado Springs. Learn life-saving trauma care techniques tailored for dynamic and high-pressure outdoor and combat environments.
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Operated by Magnum Shooting Center - South · Colorado Springs, Colorado
Colorado Springs, Colorado, sits at the gateway to some of the most rugged landscapes and demanding adventures in the American West. Amongst its array of outdoor activities, a distinct opportunity awaits those eager to increase their life-saving skills amidst this high-altitude backdrop: the Introduction to Tactical Medicine course led by Dr. Neil Murray. With more than 23 years of military medicine expertise, Dr. Murray brings an unparalleled perspective to tactical emergency trauma care that prepares both civilians and professionals for critical injury situations in dynamic environments.
Held right here in Colorado Springs, this three-hour session plunges you into the essentials of Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC), merging emergency trauma protocols with practical tactical management of casualties during combat or emergency scenarios. The course goes beyond basic first aid, equipping students with trauma stabilization skills with a focus on managing injuries in unpredictable, high-pressure situations.
What makes this experience especially valuable isn’t just the content but its instructor. Dr. Murray is a nurse anesthesiologist and certified tactical paramedic whose military background forms the foundation of a curriculum designed for real-world application. Whether you are a hiker, climber, or outdoor enthusiast traversing Colorado’s challenging terrains, or a first responder looking to deepen your tactical medical knowledge, this course connects vital medical training with contextual, on-the-ground tactics.
Participants will gain hands-on experience using essential training equipment and learn key concepts ranging from airway management and hemorrhage control to casualty evacuation procedures. The session’s concise yet comprehensive format emphasizes practical knowledge that could be critical in saving lives when seconds count in wilderness or austere environments.
Colorado Springs is known not only for its scenic Pikes Peak and Garden of the Gods but also as a hub for specialized tactical training businesses. Dr. Murray’s offering stands out by combining top-tier medical expertise with a local flavor that acknowledges the rugged outdoor culture of the region. This is more than a class; it’s a preparation tool tailored to the unique challenges adventurers and professionals face in Colorado’s backcountry and urban settings alike.
Whether you're a seasoned outdoor adventurer or someone new to tactical medicine, this course offers an unmatched opportunity to develop confidence and competence in critical emergency situations. Book your spot to enhance your preparedness where mountain meets medicine.
No prior medical knowledge is required; this course is designed for beginners and those seeking tactical trauma skills.
Yes, practical exercises using training equipment are a key part of the course to build real-world skills.
The class is conducted in Colorado Springs, Colorado, at a location provided after booking.
There are no age restrictions; however, participants should be able to engage fully for three hours.
Upon completion, participants receive a certificate recognizing their training in Introduction to Tactical Medicine Level 1.
Bring pen or pencil and paper for taking notes; all other necessary training equipment is provided.
Magnum Shooting Center - South is a firearms training and indoor range facility located in Colorado Springs, CO. The South location specializes in public classes, private lessons, youth programs, women-only sessions, competitions, and safety courses featured on The Adventure Collective. The facility offers a broad curriculum that includes basic and advanced handgun courses, rifle fundamentals, semi-automatic rifle training, tactical movement and shooting clinics, low-light instruction, and scenario-based defensive classes. Many offerings are labeled as MTA‑qualified classes, and courses cover practical skills such as maintenance and cleaning, malfunction clearing, drawing from a holster, and one‑handed shooting. Magnum South runs youth programs and summer camps for multiple age groups, introducing firearms safety and the sport of shooting across progressive levels. Women-focused classes range from beginner to intermediate and include practical shooting beyond the line. Concealed handgun permit courses, renewals, and female-only CHP sessions are available alongside LEOSA/HR218 requalification and U.S. Law Shield seminars. Competitive and recreational events include practical handgun and 2‑gun competitions, bowling pin blasts, and regular range challenges. Support services include membership orientation, range safety officer certification, private coaching, and specialized clinics such as tactical medicine and performance pistol training. Schedules, class descriptions, prerequisites, and booking information are published by Magnum Shooting Center for the South location. Prospective students can review course listings and reserve spots directly through the center’s public class schedule. Detailed safety protocols, equipment policies, and instructor qualifications are listed for each course to help students prepare. Booking is available online and via phone during business hours.
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