The Kelpie Tactical Team

Jim Helly
Jim Helly

Jim Helly founded Kelpie Tactical after retiring from a 27 year career in law enforcement, including his last 20 years as a Special Agent with the FBI. He served as an FBI SWAT Operator from 2005 through 2018. During his tenure on SWAT, he engaged in hundreds of high-risk missions. Jim has extensive training and experience in a wide range of tactical activities including Close Quarters Battle, hostage rescue, law enforcement clears and vehicular assaults.
As a certified FBI and NRA Firearms Instructor, Jim is experienced in developing and teaching comprehensive training curriculums to provide students the skills and knowledge needed to safely and effectively utilize firearms. Jim is an accredited instructor in law enforcement and civilian response to active threat events. He holds a Black Belt in Wing Chun Kung Fu and has instructed in Kung Fu based training programs for law enforcement and civilians.
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