# Event Details

- **Event Name**: TSSA - Tactical Athlete Training Series (TAT)
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 08:30 am – Sat, 05 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 am (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Match Name: TSSA: TAT Series (Tactical Athlete Training) - Ruskin, FL
Platform: TSSA (Tactical Shooting Sports Association) 
Event Type: Training Series

**GET EXTRA TRAINING IN BEFORE THE PATRIOT GAMES MIAMI MATCH ON JAN 31 2026**

TRAIN. PRACTICE. EVOLVE. 

1.0 Operational Overview
TAT matches are competitive training environments designed to test yourself and your gear.

While these matches provide a learning atmosphere, they deliver a highly dynamic workout and range experience unlike any other. This is your opportunity for loadout validation—shaking down your kit and refining movement efficiency under physical stress without the pressure of a major competition. The focus is on personal benchmarking: you vs. the work.

Stage Design: Competitors will engage mock stages that mimic popular tier-one matches such as The Tactical Games and The Patriot Games.

The "Real Deal" Prep: Participants will run official RLS (Run | Lift | Shoot) Classifier Stages, providing a standardized metric to gauge readiness for upcoming ranked Series matches.

Active Feedback: Unlike major matches where coaching is prohibited during a run, TAT matches allow for instructor intervention and post-run feedback to correct technical deficiencies immediately.


2.0 Division & Gear Guidelines
Attendees should register under the division that matches the kit they intend to test. This ensures you are grouped with athletes of similar loadouts for pacing.

Tactical (Vested)
Tactical Elite: Full Kit (Plate Carrier) + Heavy Physical Load
Tactical Intermediate: Full Kit (Plate Carrier) + Standard Physical Load
Tactical Beginner: Full Kit (Plate Carrier) + Reduced Physical Load

Slick (Belt Only/No PC)
*Chest Rigs Allowed*
Slick Elite: Belt Only + Heavy Physical Load
Slick Intermediate: Belt Only + Standard Physical Load
Slick Beginner: Belt Only + Reduced Physical Load

Ruck (Highly Recommended): If you own a ruck, bring it. Aim for 25–35 lbs dry weight. We will incorporate load carriage into the training blocks.
Rifle: AR-15 platform (or similar) with a Sling (Required).
Pistol: Semi-automatic service pistol.
Holster: Must be a sturdy Retention Holster (Level 1 friction minimum, active retention highly recommended). No fabric/nylon universal holsters.
Belt: Sturdy gun belt with magazine carriers.
Magazines: Minimum 3 magazines for Rifle / 3 magazines for Pistol.
Eye & Ear Protection: Mandatory for all participants and spectators.


3.0 Logistics & Schedule
LOCATION Gun Craft 2102 24th St SE Ruskin, FL 33570

TIMELINE

08:30 AM: Check-In / Gear Up

09:00 AM: Safety Brief & Training Overview

09:15 AM: Range Hot / First Drills Commenced


REGISTRATION FEE
Cost: $60.00
Primary Payment: Secure payment via Practiscore (Stripe) is preferred at registration.
Walk-ons: We accept Cash or Card in person at the range (subject to slot availability).


4.0 Resource Requirements (Ammo)
Competitors are responsible for their own ammunition.
Pistol: 150 Rounds (Minimum)
Rifle: 120 Rounds (Minimum)

Training Note: We recommend bringing extra ammunition beyond the minimums. If time permits, you may have the opportunity to get extra reps on specific drills or classifiers.

FITNESS SAFETY: We will be pushing physical limits. Please hydrate the night before. If you are new to training in a plate carrier, let the instructors know during the brief so we can scale the volume appropriately. Bring extra hydration and snacks; water and a covered pavilion with fans will be provided.

Sign up on Practiscore: https://practiscore.com/clubs/tactical_shooting_sports_association

Email: Jeremy@tssausa.com
Text: 239-851-2926
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ruskin/tssa-tactical-athlete-training-series-tat/200029735864955
- **Event Categories**: workshops, sports, contests
- **Slot details of has slots**: 
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 2

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Ruskin
- **state**: FL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Gun Craft Inc.
- **lat**: 27.694336193
- **long**: -82.4013943215
- **full address**: Gun Craft Inc., 2102 24th St SE, Ruskin, FL 33570-7848, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is TSSA - Tactical Athlete Training Series (TAT) being held?
  - **A:** TSSA - Tactical Athlete Training Series (TAT) takes place on Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 08:30 am to Sat, 05 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 am at Gun Craft Inc., 2102 24th St SE, Ruskin, FL 33570-7848, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing TSSA - Tactical Athlete Training Series (TAT)?
  - **A:** TSSA - Tactical Athlete Training Series (TAT) is organized by Tactical Shooting Sports Association - TSSA USA.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** TSSA - Tactical Athlete Training Series (TAT) is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Ruskin, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If TSSA - Tactical Athlete Training Series (TAT) sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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