Forged with Purpose: The Evolution of High Angle Tactical
- Adam Demarest
- May 14
- 2 min read
High Angle Tactical LLC was born out of necessity. After years in the military, law enforcement, and as a police academy instructor, I saw a critical gap in accessible, high-quality training for patrol officers and tactical teams. There were plenty of off-the-shelf training courses—but few that truly emphasized adaptable decision-making under stress, grounded in sound tactics and safety-first principles.
The concept was simple: deliver training that matters. Training built on real-world experience. Training that mirrors the complexity of today’s operational threats while reinforcing discipline, tactical clarity, and practical application.
But High Angle Tactical wasn’t my first venture. I also own High Angle Gun Works Inc., a small firearms shop specializing in gunsmithing, NFA items, and custom Kydex holsters. By day, I serve as a law enforcement instructor at a CTE school, preparing future professionals for careers in public safety. It was in that role that I met Noah, a patrol deputy with a shared mindset and passion for tactical instruction.
After co-teaching courses like Active Shooter Response and Night Vision Team Tactics, we realized two things:
1. How much we enjoyed teaching together, and
2. The severe lack of tactical training opportunities near Bangor for working officers to sharpen their edge.
That’s when High Angle Tactical moved from concept to execution.
Why “High Angle”?
The name is a tribute to my time in the U.S. Army as an Indirect Fire Infantryman. Our primary weapon—the mortar—is designed for high-angle attack, delivering devastating indirect fire to soften enemy positions before the infantry moves in.
"High Angle Hell! Death and Destruction From Above!" - A battle cry from the mortar pits.
That cry wasn’t just motivation—it was a mission. High Angle Tactical carries that spirit forward in every course we offer: focused, deliberate, and rooted in discipline.
Our Training Philosophy
At High Angle Tactical, we don’t teach from theory—we teach from the front lines. Our training is driven by five core principles:
- Train How You Fight: Real-world stressors, real-world scenarios
- Clarity Over Chaos: Simplicity and structure win under pressure
- Foundation First: Grip, stance, mindset—then the flashy stuff
- Small Class Sizes: Maximum reps, maximum feedback
- Custom Solutions: Courses built around your department’s needs

Our Course Offerings
Tactical Patrol Officer Course
2–3 days | Close quarters, hallway movement, target ID, and contact/cover coordination. Perfect for first-in patrol response to active threats.
Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC)
Learn MARCH protocol, tourniquet use, casualty extraction, and trauma triage under stress.
Basic Pistol & Rifle Qualification
From stance to sight alignment and transitions, this course reinforces safe, effective firearm handling.
Night Vision & Low-Light Tactics
Master movement under NODs, white light discipline, and silent team coordination in the dark.
Active Shooter Response
Solo officer and team-based response to in-progress threats. Emphasizes decisive action and threat management.
Custom Agency Courses
We’ll work with you to build a training package tailored to your policy, terrain, and operational goals.
Ready to Train?
High Angle Tactical isn’t just a company—it’s a commitment to those who put on the uniform. We are proud to support the officers and teams who train to win and protect with purpose.
📧 Contact Us Today
Website: www.HighAngleTactical.com
Instagram/Facebook: @HighAngleTactical
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