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"First There!" The motto of the elite USAF CCT (Combat Controllers). Retired Lieutenant Colonel Dan Schilling served over 30 years in the military, primarily as a CCT & STO (Special Tactics Officer). He was chosen to author the bestselling book Alone at Dawn , the story of Medal of Honor recipient MSgt John Chapman, who was killed in action March 4th 2002 attempting to rescue fallen SEAL Team 6 member Neil Roberts. Dan Schilling also served as a Tier 1 operator at the elite 24th Special Tactics Squadron. With multiple combat & clandestine deployments around the globe, Dan fought in Operation Gothic Serpent, popularly known as "Black Hawk Down" from the Hollywood movie. During the Battle of Mogadishu, Dan was credited with saving the lives of both an Army Ranger and a SEAL Team 6 teammate while under fire. Dan Schilling finished his career as a commander, serving in the secretive JSOC (Joint Special Operations Command). Dan also holds the Guinness World Record for most BASE jumps in a day/24 hour period with 201 jumps, a feat he conducted to benefit children who’ve lost a parent in special operations through the Special Operations Warrior Foundation. He is also a professional-rated demonstration skydiver, speedwing pilot and volunteer ski instructor with Wasatch Adaptive Sports, helping those with disabilities to experience the thrill of downhill skiing.
Dan is now a full-time writer of both fiction and nonfiction. In addition to books, his writing has appeared in The Air Commando Journal, Cigar Aficionado and Parachutist magazines. He and his wife Julie, a former NSA cyber warfare operative, live in the Wasatch Mountains of Utah. He can often be found skiing or flying his speedwing near Alta ski resort. Check out Dan's website at: www.danschillingbooks.com
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SOCOM Athlete is a special operations veteran-owned, nation-wide program & vast online community providing individuals of all ages in pursuit of various Special Operations career-fields a full-spectrum resource to maximize readiness via: nation-wide hosting of events, nation-wide online training groups, leadership skills & team communication development, workout programming, elite physical training/mentoring, career information/Q&A, and curriculum development.
We have many former students that have accomplished their goals, and are now serving as Special Operators in the Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Army Special Operations community. Will YOU be next? Contact us via email, social media, or in the comments below.

Join us for an exclusive episode of SOCOM Athlete's podcast "Send Me" discussing the event "Hell Day," a nation-wide, world class training event preparing students for the rigors of Special Operations training. SOCOM Athlete has conducted 28 Hell Day events across the united states since 2017, seeing over 30 different Special Guest Instructors from various Special Operations backgrounds mentor & develop our students.
In this episode, we're joined by Instructors:

• Instructor Tim Branch, former Naval Special Warfare Operator (SWCC) who recently earned his Master's Degree & has successfully mentored/developed students w/ SOCOM Athlete since 2017. T has instructed at 5 SOCOM Athlete Hell Days.
• Mike Penticura is a retired Green Beret of 5th Special Forces Group & owner/founder of Zulu Ops Tactical Solutions. A recipient of the Purple Heart & Bronze Star w/ Valor medals, Mike saw heavy combat while deployed to Iraq/Afghanistan. Mike has instructed at 3 SOCOM Athlete Hell Days.
• Instructor Kini Cole is a former USMC Recon Marine with over 26 years of experience in local & federal law enforcement, including work as an undercover police officer. Kini is a 3x World & 3x Pan American Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Champion. Kini has instructed at 2 SOCOM Athlete Hell Days
• Dr. Arnold Stocker is a former Army Green Beret 18D, USAF Pararescueman (PJ), and now a Lt Colonel in the Air Force Reserve. He now works full-time in anesthesia as a CRNA, and founded the program SFTA (South Florida Tactical Athletes). Arnold has instructed at 2 SOCOM Athlete Hell Days.
• Instructor JP Cervantes, retired Green Beret, TV actor, and owner of Nous Defions Group LLC, an overseas, anti sex-trafficking organization. JP has instructed at 2 SOCOM Athlete Hell Days.

SOCOM Athlete has conducted 28 Hell Days events across the United States since November 2017, immersing students into an intense team environment, providing: credentialed instructors from various Special Operations backgrounds, rubber training rifles, tactical litters, large training logs, challenging scenarios, physical & mental stress, and more; replicating a training environment similar to Navy SEAL BUD/S Hell Week, USAF A&S, Army Ranger/Special Forces Assessment & Selection, etc. Students are administered an official Fitness Test (PST/PFT/PAST), and are then are exposed to strenuous environmental elements such as: cold water submersion, stress induced from instructors, team runs/ruck marches, challenging tasks & timelines, and more. Weaknesses & strengths are exposed in each student throughout the event, providing real-time proof/analysis of whether the student possesses necessary traits to become a Special Operator. Traits we analyze:
-physical performance
-resiliency/will-power
-leadership ability
-task-performing accuracy & precision under stress
-communication under stress
-confidence accomplishing tasks under the water
-cognitive learning
-memory retention
Got what it takes!? Read more at the SOCOM Athlete website, and join us for the next Hell Day weekend near YOU.
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On this special episode of the "Send Me" podcast, host Jason Sweet is joined by SGM Matthew Williams, an active duty Green Beret of 3rd Special Forces Group, who was awarded the Medal of Honor in 2019. SGM Williams was awarded the Nation's Highest Honor for extreme valor & courage in combat while risking his own life to save others in the Shok Valley of Afghanistan in 2008; Operation "Commando Wrath." On this episode, Matt discusses his early years, his SFAS experience, Special Forces training tips, his Medal of Honor mission story, life wisdom, leadership advice, and more. It is truly an honor to interview one of America's greatest heroes still alive today; Active Duty U.S. Army Sergeant Major, Matthew Williams. "Send Me!"
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SOCOM Athlete LLC is America’s #1 resource in Special Operations career preparation. A combat-veteran owned, nationwide program, SOCOM Athlete has a vast social media & online community of individuals pursuing various careers in U.S. Special Operations spanning across the United States. Conducting over 50 Hell Day events in 12 states since 2018, SOCOM Athlete has trained over 1,000 of America’s top Special Operations candidates varying from ages 15 to 39. Partnering with organizations such as USAF Special Warfare Recruiting, 3/20th Special Forces Group, 124 ASOS, Recon Sniper Foundation, and more. We offer elite online workout programs, customized meal plans, development courses, apparel, and more. Many of our students have accomplished their goals and are now serving as Special Operators in the Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Army Special Operations community. Will YOU be next? Contact us via email, social media, or in the comments below. "Send Me!"

"Earn your trident every day" On this episode of the "Send Me" podcast, host Jason Sweet is joined by former Navy SEAL Ray "Cash" Care, who has a powerful story to tell. From a childhood of great adversity to joining the United States Navy, Ray spent most of his career on SDV (SEAL Delivery Vehicle) Team 2, piloting miniature submarines on long-range dive reconnaissance missions deep under the ocean. He would then go on to serve with the CIA (Central Intelligence Agency), using his skills as a SEAL at the highest level. Ray is now a father, entrepreneur, and TV personality. He also Founded the "CONQUER" program, which has been featured on the History Channel “The Selection,” Discovery Channel “The Ultimate Soldier Challenge” and the BBC “Ultimate Hell Week.” He also works with several charities, specifically the Danny Dietz Memorial Fund, in which Ray was Danny Dietz' mentor. Get ready for a powerful episode followed by LIVE Q&A with Ray and Special Operations candidates from across the country. This is SOCOM Athlete, America's #1 resource for Special Operations preparation. "Send Me!"
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SOCOM Athlete LLC is America’s #1 resource in Special Operations career preparation. A combat-veteran owned, nationwide program, SOCOM Athlete has a vast social media & online community of individuals pursuing various careers in U.S. Special Operations spanning across the United States. Conducting over 50 Hell Day events in 12 states since 2018, SOCOM Athlete has trained over 1,000 of America’s top Special Operations candidates varying from ages 15 to 39. Partnering with organizations such as USAF Special Warfare Recruiting, 3/20th Special Forces Group, 124 ASOS, Recon Sniper Foundation, and more. We offer elite online workout programs, customized meal plans, development courses, apparel, and more. Many of our students have accomplished their goals and are now serving as Special Operators in the Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Army Special Operations community. Will YOU be next? Contact us via email, social media, or in the comments below. "Send Me!"

A professional nutritionist, bodybuilder, & dietitian, Courtney Reeves has been mentoring SOCOM Athlete students for over 3 years. Join us for a special episode of SOCOM Athlete's podcast "Send Me" as we host SOCOM Athlete's Nutritionist Courtney for round two of LIVE Q&A. Host Jason Sweet & Courtney discuss topics of nutrition, meal planning, and supplements, then transition into LIVE Q&A w/ SOCOM Athlete students. Jason & Courtney have been customizing meal plans for athletes for over 3 years together via SOCOM Athlete's SOF Nutrition Mentorship Program. Elite physical performance requires proper fuel. Enjoy another educational, empowering episode of the "Send Me" Podcast, and have your notes ready!

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SOCOM Athlete is a special operations veteran-owned, nation-wide program & vast online community providing individuals of all ages in pursuit of various Special Operations career-fields a full-spectrum resource to maximize readiness via: nation-wide hosting of events, nation-wide online training groups, leadership skills & team communication development, workout programming, elite physical training/mentoring, career information/Q&A, and curriculum development.

Many of our students have accomplished their goals and are now serving as Special Operators in the Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Army Special Operations community. Will YOU be next? Contact us via email or social media today to start your journey.