Why T.A.P.?

T.A.P. is an organization that allows individuals, who share a common interest in Tactics, Armament, and Preparations, to interact with each other in a way that promotes and furthers the basic concept of self-preservation through training and awareness.

T.A.P. was officially launched in Conroe, Texas in May of 2020. Members are divided into Platoons (time zones) then into Sections (states) and finally into Squads (closest major city). Each member will be assigned an I.D. number based on this information, and will be used by headquarters to input data such as training, shipping orders, anniversary dates, qualifications, etc.

 

For example, a person from Conroe would be designated:

Platoon                Section                 Squad

    C                      TX                          H                        

so their designation would be: CTX-H0001 (F) if they are a “founder”.

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The first 500 members total will be referred to as a “Founders” and will have an “F” designation identifying them as such at the end of their I.D. number. Founders will be eligible for advanced training opportunities, special discounts on select merchandise, and access to exclusive forums. Once an individual has joined, they will be allowed to assign themselves a personalized “call sign” such as “Ace” or “Joker” which will be tied directly to their I.D. number and can be used both nationally and locally for personalized recognition.

When joining T.A.P., each member will be given instant access to the T.A.P. private forums, Facebook pages, and a monthly newsletter. Unlike other organizations, T.A.P. will strive to not only connect its members through these private channels, but it will also provide more “hands on” sponsored training opportunities so that representatives can interact with the general public both from an informative side but also as a recruitment aide. T.A.P. will strive to provide more training for all members regardless of qualification levels, to host one or two classes for a limited amount of people while charging an expensive price does not help in getting more members trained. One organization likes to say that “You get out of it what you put into it…” well if that is the case then what do you need the organization for?

Unlike other organizations that do not require any qualifications for the myriad of patches that they offer for sale on their website, T.A.P. will not only require proof of proficiency in order to acquire some of these patches, but will also help ensure that the individual receives proper training to further their skills in that field where possible. If you are a medic certified through the state of Texas, send in a copy of your qualifications and not only will you be allowed to purchase a medic patch, shirt, hat, etc., but you will also be provided with a first aid kit to be used at any and all T.A.P. functions. If you should provide medical assistance while on a T.A.P. certified event to any one member or not, any items used from your kit will be replaced free of charge.

From basic shooting proficiency, to self-defense, to survival skills, up through prepping ideas, T.A.P. will take the steps to enlighten, empower, and ensure that its members are never put in a position they can’t handle. Discussion boards on the private forums as well as the Facebook pages will provide members a platform for discussing ideas, questioning other members on their experiences, and providing feedback on member discussions.

For $40.00 you will receive a one year T.A.P. membership which will include a t-shirt, certificate, vehicle decal, (10) recruitment cards which get you discounts on merchandise when others register, membership I.D. card, and a T.A.P. patch. Memberships can be renewed on a yearly basis and members will be contacted as to their anniversary date in advance so there is no lapse in the great opportunities that T.A.P. has to offer.

What are you waiting for? Join today, secure your tomorrow, and when all else fails….double T.A.P.!

Training:

T.A.P. will seek to offer more training for everyone at any level of proficiency. Not every individual has previous military/police background training and therefore T.A.P. will offer courses ranging from basic skills up to and including advanced skills.

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F.A.Q.’s

1.) What is my I.D. and what does it mean?

Your I.D. will be assigned to you when you sign up for your membership. Each member will be given an I.D. number that will be based on the following information:

Platoons (time zones):

West coast = Alpha Platoon, Mountain = Bravo platoon, Central = Charlie platoon, East coast = Delta platoon

Sections (state):

Alpha = WA, OR, CA, ID, NV, AK, HI

Bravo = MT, WY, UT, CO, AZ, NM, ND, SD, NE

Charlie = TX, KS, OK, MN, IA, MO, AR, LA, WI, IL, MS, AL, KY, TN

Delta = MI, IN, GA, FL, SC, NC, VA, WV, OH, PA, NY, VT, NH, ME, MA, RI, CT, NJ, DE, MD

Squad (closest major city in the state, for example)

TX = Houston, Dallas, Austin, Laredo, El Paso

Members can team up and form Fire Teams for them to do things locally.

 

2.) What does “F” mean in a membership I.D.?

The first 500 memberships total will be recognized as a “Founder”.

 

3.) What is a “Founder”?

A Founder will be eligible for special offers and training through T.A.P. headquarters. Also, at some point in the future, certain members will be eligible for rank locally in reporting to headquarters. Not to mention having bragging rights for being one of the first members.

 

4.) How can I find members in my area?

Members will have access to both private Facebook pages as well as forums sponsored and maintained by T.A.P. Once enough people in your area have joined, you will have the ability to form smaller, local units called “Fire Teams”. This will give members the ability to meet locally and coordinate things without having to rely on headquarters.

 

5.) Is there an age requirement for joining T.A.P.?

There is no age requirement for joining, however, there may be age requirements placed on certain training opportunities due to safety and other requirements.

 

6.) Are patches simply available for purchase or do they need to be earned?

There will be requirements for some of the patches, medical, fire fighter, shooting proficiency, etc. but several patches including the main patch, squad patches, state patches, etc. can be bought through the online store.

 

7.) When can I expect to receive my order once it is processed?

Several things affect the time to receive your order. Many of our items are custom made so it may take up to 3 weeks prior to shipping. Holidays, back orders, and other factors may affect receiving your items. You will receive an email notification when your order has been shipped and expected delivery date

 

8.) Can I give a membership as a gift?

Yes, you can purchase a membership for family, friends, or co-workers simply by clicking on 1st Year Membership – Gift Be sure to fill out your membership information at the time of purchase to receive a discount on your next order from the online store.

 

9.) What if there is a problem with my order?

Simply use the Contact Us link and fill out the required information. Someone will get back to you as quickly as possible.

 

10.) Can I place an order for an item that is currently out-of-stock or on backorder?

Yes, once the items are received, you will be notified when the order is processed and estimated delivery date.

 

11.) Do you offer APO shipping?

Yes, fill out the order form as normal and insert the proper codes for your APO.

 

12.) What happens if I order something and it doesn’t fit?

Simply go online and fill out a return form and return the item(s) within 10 days for a refund or exchange.

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T.A.P. Policies and Guidelines:

The T.A.P. logo, including the wings, star, and weapon silhouettes, is trademarked property and any re-creation is strictly prohibited.

Any and all products which bear the T.A.P. logo or brand are to be approved by T.A.P. headquarters regardless of usage, private or not, profit or not, prior to them being used.

Solicitation to any T.A.P. members is strictly prohibited without the express written consent from T.A.P. headquarters.

Please adhere to the terms and conditions set forth by Facebook; failure to do so can cause all of the T.A.P. Facebook pages to be shut down or banned.

The forum boards are a better place for highly charged or sensitive topics and do not have the same restrictions placed upon them as Facebook.

Members are not allowed to start or create any Facebook pages, groups, etc. / chat groups / or forum pages referencing T.A.P. or using the T.A.P. logo in any way without prior approval from T.A.P. headquarters.

T.A.P. headquarters has the right to change these guidelines at any given time and without prior warning.

Remember that by representing yourself as a member of T.A.P., you are being held as an example of everyone else in the T.A.P. organization. Your actions and words reflect upon all of us so behave accordingly.