Jon Nguyen
Jonathan Nguyen is a co-instructor for First Line Tactical, with shooting and tactics knowledge that encompasses over a decade of experience between the United States Marine Corps, law enforcement, and competitive shooting. As a Marine, Jonathan attained the rank of Captain and has been an expert shooter for 8 qualifications.
He has provided instruction and training for Marines, with varying degrees of size and complexity. He has coordinated the conduct of multiple live-fire ranges in varying environments and has directly assisted in the training of hundreds of Marines in the use of various small arms. As a law enforcement officer, Jonathan has served as a Deputy Sheriff and SWAT Operator, with real-world experience in high-risk operations. He has directly participated in operations involving high-risk warrants, narcotics interdiction, and hostage rescue.
Additionally, Jonathan has developed training courses and assisted in the implementation of those courses with agencies. As a competitive shooter, Jonathan primarily participates in USPSA with his local gun club. He has trained under the instruction of Grandmaster and Master level shooters and develops courses of fire for his local matches. He has participated as a shooter and range safety officer for almost a decade and continues to do so.