Videos tagged with SEAL Qualification Training

This entry details various knives used by former Navy SEAL Dorr throughout his career, from BUD/S training to combat deployments. It highlights the Cold Steel SRK, SOG Seal Pup, KA-BAR USMC, M8 Bayonet, Benchmade Nimravus, a custom trench knife, specialized hook knives for air ops, and the First Edge ELMAX breaching knife. Dorr's insights emphasize durability, specific tactical applications, and personal preferences shaped by extensive operational experience.

This video introduces Dorr Overby, a retired U.S. Navy SEAL and co-founder of Tactical Hyve, as the new Director of Training. With 20 years of extensive Naval Special Warfare experience, including multiple operational tours and specialized instructor roles, Dorr brings a wealth of expertise in areas like sniping, breaching, CQB, and marksmanship. The description highlights his significant contributions to developing modern tactical shooting programs for SEAL teams, including training over 1,000 candidates with various firearms. He has now transitioned to a public-facing role at Tactical Hyve, promising increased visibility in their content and in-person classes.

Chadd Wright details the rigorous SEAL Qualification Training (SQT), a six-month pipeline post-BUD/S where Trident pins are earned. The training covers advanced diving in cold Alaskan waters, intense land warfare in desert heat with heavy rucks, and high-stakes Close Quarters Combat (CQC). Wright emphasizes the extreme mental and physical demands, noting that SQT remains a significant selection process with a substantial attrition rate.

This entry details the challenging dive phase of SEAL Qualification Training (SQT), highlighting the use of Draeger rebreathers and the complexities of underwater navigation. It recounts a specific incident where a dive pair, 'Dive Pair 23', mistakenly navigated into dolphin training cages, leading to a full class recall. The narrative emphasizes the critical importance of precise navigation and adherence to protocols in high-stakes training environments.