Tom Sotis Bio
Tom Sotis has been training consistently in various fighting methods since 1969. In addition to empty hands and firearms skills, he has taught over 1500 self-protection seminars in 25 countries and is now well-recognized as the leading edged weapons instructor in the world for contributions to international and US federal agencies, for his specialized expertise in the use of weapons.
In addition to 50+ years of dedicated training, Tom gained practical street experience through decades of working in conflict-oriented professions as a criminal investigator, undercover investigator, fugitive recovery agent, executive protector, and nightclub security where he gained first-hand experience with criminal violence.
For over 30 years, Tom has worked with numerous US government agencies, specialist military teams, and various levels of law enforcement agencies. Tom has traveled to 25 countries pioneering the evolution of edged weapons combat through extensive travel and research. To date, Tom has authored more than 40 fiction and non-fiction books on a variety of topics.
CURRENT CERTIFICATIONS
- Palm Beach Sheriff Marine Unit Volunteer
- Int’l Assn of Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors
- NRA Pistol / Rifle Instructor #258071315
- US Concealed Carry Association Instructor # 2365415
- National Assn Safe Boating Law Administration
#S59BOATUS1366774 - First Responder CPR/AED
- First Responder Stop the Bleed
- Reiss Motivation Profile Analyst
Other Training
- Investigations: Criminal Investigation and Fugitive Recovery
- Survival: Knife-only Survival, Bushcraft & Primitive methods
- Security: Locksmith, Safe, Safe Deposit & Vault Technician
- Aquatic: boating, sailing, canoeing, rafting, swimming
- Sub-Aquatic: Free-diving/Hunting, Nitrox, and Rescue Diver