Tim Ratcliff – Tactical Medical & Protection Specialist | Defensive Tactics Instructor

Tim brings a rare blend of frontline emergency response expertise and high-level protective service training to every classroom and operational environment. A certified EMT-B and Paramedic, Tim has spent years serving as a firefighter and medical first responder, building a foundation of calm, competent care under pressure.

In addition to his medical background, Tim is a certified CPR/BLS and Trauma Instructor, with a passion for preparing others to respond effectively in high-stress, life-threatening situations.

Tim holds both Class “D” and Class “G” Florida Security Licenses and is a graduate of the 150-hour Executive Protection Program with KCM, in addition to completing specialized Protective Services training under Steve Tarani and Situational Awareness instruction through the Pre-Fense system with Owen and Tarani.

As an Active Shooter Response Instructor, certified through both FLETC (Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers) and CQC Inc., Tim trains private and public sector teams to identify, respond to, and survive active threat scenarios. He also serves as a Defensive Tactics Instructor with ESS Global Corporation, delivering real-world, principle-based techniques to security professionals and protective agents.

A lifelong martial artist and self-defense expert, Tim holds a black belt in Krav Maga (KMMA USA) and has five years of competitive grappling and Jiu-Jitsu experience through Dragon’s Dojo under Mr. C.

Tim’s instructional style is hands-on, high-impact, and rooted in real-world application—making him a trusted asset in the fields of emergency medicine, executive protection, and tactical training.