I had the privilege of attending Jason's contact threat mitigation course a few years ago.  Jason flew in from California to Wisconsin to help us improve our craft.  Jason's knowledge, teaching methodology, and humility made for a fantastic learning experience.  During the 3 day course, Jason provided a diverse overview of different CQB tactics, and prompted us to think hard about some of the tactics we had implemented previously.  I highly recommend taking one of Jason's courses.  Jason helped me identify some weaknesses in my marksmanship and footwork, which really enabled me to develop my tactical skills.  Take his course, you won't regret it!

~Brandon - Sheboygan Police Department (WI)

“As a longtime acquaintance, I have had an opportunity to watch the evolution of Jason’s CTM program.  Being a law enforcement firearms trainer, I have taken both the civilian and the law enforcement versions of CTM.  Each time I have taken the class I walked away with something valuable to take back to my shop.  If you are truly into your EDC training this class is for you.  If you are in law enforcement this curriculum should be taught at the academy level and maintained throughout your career”. 

~Aaron - Yolo County District Attorney’s Office

The unique skills and concepts taught in Contact Threat Mitigation are must haves for your self defense toolbox. I have taken this course 7 or 8 times now, and each class is a challenging, intense learning experience. If you are serious about being able to fight to your sidearm and defend yourself at very close range, then CTM is it.

~Robert - CCW Holder

Jason is one of the industries consummate professionals! His skill set, communication, and realistic approach to tactical training is world class!

~Greg - CCW Holder

“As a former SWAT Operator and SWAT Rangemaster, I take firearm training very seriously. Having known Paletta for the last 15 years, I can say with all certainty he is a true asset in the firearm training community.  Investing in a course with Pillar Training Institute is both time and money well spent.”

~Kyle - Police/SWAT (RET.) / Instructor

“An often overlooked skill in LE, or a short course of fire added as an afterthought to a qual, contact shooting is a beneficial skill for LE. With the distance most LE contacts and shootings take place, this is a class cops will benefit from.  Our SWAT team attended Jason's CTM course and immediately decided to present it to our patrol officers as well. The concepts and skills were well recieved.”

~ Jason - Berkeley SWAT

“CTM is one of the most important classes anyone who carries a firearm for a living can take. It combines real world statistics to develop the curriculum to help you win.”

~ Daniel - Alameda County Probation

"Contact Threat Mitigation is a great hands on training for anyone especially in Law enforcement. I loved the basics of getting rounds as quickly as possible out of the holster to piecing entire sequences together!”

~ Melissa - Sacramento County Sheriff

“I’ve known Jason for several years and attended several training courses. As a combat veteran and LEO for over 15 years, I can say he is a wealth of knowledge in firearms instruction and tactics. There’s no fancy “tactical cool guy” stuff. Just straight down aND dirty practical methods of gun fighting and engagement tactics. I’ve seen day one shooters and advanced shooters in his courses. He applies proper techniques and instruction at all levels of training”.

~Travis - Sacramento County Sheriff

“What can I say, CTM, no frills, real world gun fighting! If you are looking to expand your training to the next level, this is the course for you! CTM is where the rubber meets the road in firearms training!”

~Keith - CCW Holder

“The contact Threat mitigation course is outstanding.  Jason is extremely knowledgeable in the current trends related to Law Enforcement threats.  Highly recommended this course to anyone.”

~Russ - CDCR / Fugitive Apprehension Team (RET.)

“Pistol crisis mitigation trains pistol malfunction clearance in a crawl-walk-run model which is engaging and effective. Police officers are frequently undertrained in this critical task (as evidenced by numerous body camera videos from critical incidents of LEOs failing to efficiently clear malfunctions during life-threatening encounters). This course teaches and trains the skills, then introduces stress in a fun way to get students to work through malfunctions while under pressure. I have taken this course back to my PD and taught these essential skills to all of my agency’s officers/detectives during department-wide training”. 

~Joey - Bay Area SWAT

“Training was conducted in a professional and fun atmosphere while making sure the learning topics were understood. I would recommend this training to anyone who wants to learn and grow in their skills with the use of a firearm. Highly recommended”.

~Chris - CDCR / SSU

“Jason carries himself in a way that makes him very easy to approach for students from all experience levels and backgrounds.  He utilizes his years of training paIred with real world experience to deliver impactful instruction.  His students leave class with new skills and increased overall capabilities.  I know I did”. 

~Matt - Roseville Police Department

“Carrying a weapon is a big responsibility. Getting training is part of living up to that responsibility. Jason’s CTM class is a must if you carry. Most gun fights happen within 3 to 5 feet. Jason gives knowledgeable, statistical based, REAL-WORLD training as he strives to give one on one instruction in his classes”.

~Rob - Local Firefighter

This is definitely a class you want to attend if you take defense shooting seriously and want to acquire some good weapon handling/manipulation skills. Jason did an excellent job of having us repeat the exercise to reinforce the muscle memory aspect of the drills. Fundamentals are addressed during each drill, which is a Hallmark of a well thought and put together class. I would take it again hands down.

~Devin - CCW Holder