John Hearne

John Hearne is the owner and founder of Two Pillars Training, a company that specializes in firearms training and education.23 He is an experienced firearms instructor who has been conducting training for his agency since 2002.3

Background and Expertise

Hearne brings a unique perspective to his training programs, combining his experience as:

• A sworn peace officer since 1992
• A successful competitive shooter
• A firearms and tactics instructor5

In 2005, he was nominated for the South East Region's Outstanding Training Award for his development of training programs.3

Training Programs

Two Pillars Training offers various courses and seminars, including:

• "Cognitive Pistol with Tactical Anatomy": An advanced two-day live-fire course that focuses on thinking with a pistol under cognitive load1
• "Who Wins, Who Loses, and Why": A lecture-style course on understanding human performance in high-stress situations4
• "Crime and Criminals: Risks and Mitigation": A webinar covering crime-related topics2

Teaching Approach

Hearne is known for his innovative and challenging teaching methods. His courses often feature:

• Drills of increasing complexity
• Emphasis on decision-making under stress
• Use of "tactical anatomy" as a teaching tool
• Incorporation of moving targets and unconventional training techniques1

John Hearne's approach to firearms training goes beyond basic marksmanship, focusing on cognitive skills and decision-making in high-pressure situations. His courses are designed to push students to their limits and improve their overall performance with firearms.