This Level 3 course is certified by the International Association of Directors of Law Enforcement St
M.A.C.H. ™ Level 3 Instructor Certification Course
This Level 3 course holds certification from the International Association of Directors of Law Enforcement Standards and Training (IADLEST) National Certification Program. The training is delivered by Controlled F.O.R.C.E., which serves as the exclusive developer and provider of the M.A.C.H. ™ Training System—an established national standard for subject control and defensive tactics that has been integrated into Law Enforcement and Department of Defense doctrine.
The M.A.C.H. ™ Training System is structured to address situations involving noncompliant subjects, surprise attackers, and highly aggressive or combative individuals, all presented in a straightforward and distinctive format.
Course Topics and Content
The Level 3 curriculum focuses on Counter Measure Training and includes the following subject areas:
- M.A.C.H. ™ 1-5 in reverse
- M.A.C.H. ™ 6-10
- Counter Measure Hand-to-Hand Drills
- Counter Measure Counter Ties Drills
- Unconventional Weapon Draws
- Counter Measure Drills Knife/Gun
This Level 3 Instructor Certification course is designed for law enforcement professionals seeking to teach advanced defensive tactics and close-range subject control techniques. Participants should select the certification level that aligns with their training background and their agency's specific requirements.
Certification and Validity
Upon successful completion, your Level 3 instructor certification remains valid for two years. At the conclusion of this period, you may pursue re-certification at a reduced rate to maintain your instructor credentials at a lower cost than the initial certification.
Course Details
Dates: November 2–6, 2026
Location: Bernalillo, NM (Sandoval County, ZIP 87004)
Duration: 40 hours
Instructor: Rhett Isabell
Cost: $1,070.00
Categories: Defensive Tactics, Arrest & Control, Other
Post Numbers: NM240217, NM240252, NM240251