What You’ll Learn
This course covers the fundamentals of the S.E.R.E. framework, integrating mental, physical, and tactical training:

• Survive:

  • Learn on-the-move survival tactics with minimal gear.
  • Practice maintaining a low profile while securing essential needs.

• Evade:

  • Master camouflaging, mantracking, and counter-tracking techniques.
  • Learn to move stealthily and avoid detection in wilderness environments.

• Resist:

  • Train in both armed and unarmed combat tactics, including grappling, edged weapons, and improvised self-defense methods.
  • Note: This course does not include live ammunition.

• Escape:

  • Develop navigation skills with maps and compasses.
  • Practice covert and overt signaling and communication techniques.
    

What to Expect
This course description is intentionally designed to be vague in its specifics to simulate the unpredictability of real-world scenarios. It is physically and mentally challenging, but the rewards are invaluable. If you suffer from anxiety or prefer less stressful learning environments, we recommend exploring our other courses that focus on similar skills without the added intensity.

What Our Participants Say
Real testimonials from those who’ve completed this course:

1. “I’ve tried to keep my training up to par since I left the military. I’m glad that I found a group of instructors that are humble in their skill set but care enough to learn their students and make it challenging for each individual based on their backgrounds. Thank you guys for allowing me to step up again in life and be a leader... Makes me feel good when it comes to keeping my family safe in these strange and wonderful times. Thank you gentlemen again.”

2. “SERE training was a great experience that helped build on skill sets that would assist survival of the most unfortunate situations.”

3. “This class will test you mentally and physically. The challenges are difficult and rewarding; this will definitely push you out of your comfort zone and make you get real honest with yourself.”

4. “This was an invaluable learning and training experience. Extremely practical. I highly recommend this course to ANYONE... Craig is a superb and passionate instructor. I am not sure I have learned so much or laughed so much in any other concentrated 48-hour period of my life. Mission Accomplished Nature Reliance School!”

5. “This class gave me a self-confidence builder, met great people I really hope to see again... refreshing to get back in nature. I’ve missed it.”

6. “This class was both highly educational and challenging. The instructors are very knowledgeable and know how to present the material and engage students in learning. This class pushed me mentally and physically. If you are interested in Survival, Escape, Resistance, and Evasion...take this class!”

7. “Anyone who truly wants to test their mental and physical fortitude, but may be slightly apprehensive needs to take this class. [The Instructors] provide excellent instruction and training and go above and beyond to ensure your safety yet challenge you at the same time.”

8. “This class was a great way to prepare for the types of worst-case scenarios that always cross my mind when doing activities outdoors. I learned so much practical information from instructors and peers and going forward I know the skills I need to continue to practice and refine.”