Garret “Machine”
Tactical Firearms Instructor | Military, Protective Security, and Law Enforcement Background
Garret “Machine” is a Valortec tactical instructor and security professional whose career spans military service, protective operations, law enforcement, and professional education. His training perspective emphasizes responsible firearms handling, situational awareness, disciplined decision-making, and practical performance standards.
Military and Professional Security Experience
Garret’s published professional biography describes service with the Israeli Defense Forces’ Duvdevan unit, including firearms and tactical instruction, followed by protective security duties and work with the Israeli National Police. His background also includes service with the U.S. Coast Guard Tactical Law Enforcement Team (TACLET) and work in the U.S. homeland security field.
His academic credentials include a master’s degree in Homeland Security and Counter-Terrorism from the Interdisciplinary Center in Herzliya, Israel. His biography also describes recognition during his Federal Law Enforcement Training Center education and professional work with GR Tactical.
Training Focus and Instructional Approach
Garret’s instructional background brings together military firearms education, protective security, and law enforcement training. At Valortec, that experience supports a safety-centered approach to technical proficiency, communication, awareness, and judgment. The objective is not simply to complete exercises but to help students understand training standards and apply feedback responsibly.
Students interested in complementary education can explore law enforcement firearms training, private group instruction, and Valortec’s rifle self-defense fundamentals page. Individual instructor assignments and specific course content should be confirmed before registration.
Where to Train With Valortec
Valortec schedules firearms training in Lakeland and New Smyrna Beach, Florida, serving Central Florida, Tampa Bay, Greater Orlando, and the Daytona Beach region. Review training venues, upcoming classes, or contact the academy to discuss instructor availability.