Our Instructors
At Valiant Tactical, we take pride in our team of highly experienced and certified firearms instructors, each bringing a unique blend of law enforcement, legal, and emergency response expertise to our training programs. Our instructors are not only skilled educators but also seasoned professionals with real-world experience in tactical operations, firearms proficiency, self-defense, and emergency medical response.
Led by Lewis A. Watt, our Founder and President alongside Vice President Matthew Hendrix our team is committed to providing top-tier firearms education and tactical training. With certifications from esteemed organizations like the FBI, NRA, USCCA, ALERRT, and ALICE Active Shooter Response, they bring a wealth of knowledge and hands-on instruction to every class.
Whether you're a beginner looking for foundational training or an experienced shooter seeking advanced tactical instruction, our expert team ensures a safe, professional, and highly effective learning environment. At Valiant Tactical, we go beyond the basics—equipping you with the confidence, skills, and real-world preparedness needed to protect yourself and others.
Led by Lewis A. Watt, our Founder and President alongside Vice President Matthew Hendrix our team is committed to providing top-tier firearms education and tactical training. With certifications from esteemed organizations like the FBI, NRA, USCCA, ALERRT, and ALICE Active Shooter Response, they bring a wealth of knowledge and hands-on instruction to every class.
Whether you're a beginner looking for foundational training or an experienced shooter seeking advanced tactical instruction, our expert team ensures a safe, professional, and highly effective learning environment. At Valiant Tactical, we go beyond the basics—equipping you with the confidence, skills, and real-world preparedness needed to protect yourself and others.
LEWIS A. WATT
President
Lewis A. Watt is the Founder and President of Valiant Tactical LLC. After receiving a Bachelor of Science Degree in Justice and Public Safety (Security Administration) from Auburn University at Montgomery, he joined the Tuscaloosa Police Department; where he was the recipient of the Chief’s Award in 1994. Mr. Watt has been certified in Mississippi Courts as an Expert Witness in the area of Physical and Personnel Security.
Certifications
Alabama Police Officer Standards and Training
FBI - Street Officer Survival School
USCCA Firearms Instructor
USCCA Emergency First Aid Instructor
ALICE Active Shooter Instructor
Active Shooter Armed Response
NRA – Pistol (Expert)
NRA - Combat Shotgun (Expert)
Tactical Combat Casualty Care
Tactical Emergency Casualty Care
CPR and AED
MATTHEW HENDRIX
Vice President/General Counsel
Matthew Hendrix is the Vice President and General Counsel for Valiant Tactical LLC. Matt brings an uncommon combination of Law Enforcement experience and Law Degree to his role. Matt attended Mississippi College, where he received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Administration of Justice and Law. He went on to earn a Juris Doctorate from Mississippi College School of Law. After practicing Law for a short time, he joined the Madison Police Department as a Patrolman, where he served for 7 years.
Certifications
Mississippi Police Officer Standards and Training
Mississippi Law Enforcement Command College
NRA – Pistol (Instructor)
NRA – Combat Rifle (Expert)
UMMC – First Hands Course
SSGT – Defensive Tactics
ALERRT Active Shooter Program
Active Shooter Course
NAEMT – Bleeding Control for the Injured
Basic First Aid
CPR and AED
ALICE K. MILLER
Senior Training Officer
Alice Miller is the Senior Training Officer for Valiant Tactical LLC. Alice attended Jacksonville State University and the University of Alabama. Following her education, Alice earned an Intermediate Emergency Medical Technician certification at the Alabama Fire College. After several years serving as an EMT, Alice returned to the University of Alabama, where she earned her POST Certification and achieved “Top Gun” in her academy class. Alice has over 22 years of Police experience with agencies in Alabama and Mississippi. Alice is a certified SWAT Operator and Tactical Medic. She holds Certifications from the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the National Rifle Association as a Firearms Instructor. Alice is currently a firearm instructor for the Northeast Police Academy and Fort McClellan Military Base.
Certifications
Alabama Police Officer Standards and Training
Mississippi Police Officer Standards and Training
FBI Certified Firearms Instructor
Certified Taser Instructor
Certified Field Training Officer
Certified Crisis Negotiator (ATF)
Basic and Advanced SWAT Operator
Certified Tactical Medic
Certified High Risk Warrant Operations (Gulf Coast HIDTA)
ALERRT Active Shooter Instructor
Officer Survival Instructor
FBI Police Instructor Development
BRANDON J. GODFREY
Instructor
Brandon Godfrey is one of our Instructors for Valiant Tactical LLC. Brandon is a Army Aviation Veteran who served in 1-10ARB out of Fort Drum, New York. Upon honorable discharge Brandon served as a CO on the C.E.R.T and C.H.A.S.E team in Louisiana. Later, Brandon became the Training Supervisor for Law Security after working as a Supervisor for the company. Brandon serves as Medical Instructor and Firearms Trainer for Valiant Tactical LLC.
Certifications
Adult & Pediatrics First Aid/CPR/AED (Instructor)
Combat Life Savers (CLS)
Army Level 3 Combative (Trained)
Taser & Pepper Spray (Certified)
Riot Control (Trained)