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NAFTO 2025 NATIONAL CONFERENCE

JUNE 17th – 19th, 2026

LOCATION:    Embassy Suites by Hilton, San Antonia Riverwalk

                125 E. Houston St., 

              San Antonio, TX 78205

NAFTO is proud to offer some outstanding training at our 2026 3-Day National Conference in San Antonio, TX.  This year's training is specifically designed for Field Trainers working in Patrol, Detention, Communications, and Emergency Medicine. NAFTO is working to prepare your Field Training Unit for the challenges of 21st Century Policing by providing comprehensive and client-oriented curriculum. This year, NAFTO presents course topics including Constitutional Policing, 21st Century Policing, Communication, Remedial Training, Standardization, Interpersonal Skills, Emotional Intelligence, Instructor Development, Reducing Liability, Program Defensibility, Resilience, Leadership, Instructional strategies, Problem Solving, and Retention. 

General Sessions Offered:

 Anthony Bandiero from Blue To Gold Law Enforcement Training

Jim Glennon from Calibre Press

Von Kliem from Force Science

 

Breakout Sessions Offered:


18 Breakout session topics will include:

Instructor Development, Deficient Trainees, Communication, Training Mindset, Health & Wellness, Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Coaching & Mentoring, Cognitive Learning, Contemporary Training Needs, and Case Law Updates.


There is a 3-tiered registration calendar this year.  


Registration Type             Dates                              NAFTO Member Non-NAFTO Member

Early Bird Registration   10/01/25-01/31/2026    $470                          $495

Regular                           02/01/26-04/30/2026     $525                          $550

Late Registration           05/01/26-05/31/2026     $570                          $595

 

Refunds are offered more than 30 days from class minus a $20 processing fee. Refunds are not offered within 30 days of class, but student substitution is permitted at any time prior to class.


This fee includes a 1-year NAFTO membership/renewal, 3 breakfasts, and 3 catered lunches.  

Questions can be e-mailed to director@nafto.org

LODGING IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE ATTENDEES. The Embassy Suites is offering an amazing room rate of $199.00/night, and we have a room block of 150 rooms per night. The last 3 years we sold out of rooms. Don’t wait to make your reservation!

To make reservations over the phone (1-800-362-2779) at the hotel, use group code "CES92C".

Cost savings considerations at this year's conference:

  • The hotel is a 10-minute ride from San Antonio International Airport, with many direct flight options from around the country.

  • 6 meals provided for reduced Per Diem.

  • Located in the heart of downtown San Antonio, right on the Riverwalk, with numerous dining and entertainment options within walking distance.

  • 18 breakout session class options, 2 panel discussions, and 4 general session presentations over 3 days full days of training.

Due to restriction from the venue, REGISTRATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED by May 29th, 2025. Seating limited to the 1st 200 applicants.

Early Conference Check-In Begins Tuesday, June 16th, at 1700 Hours, on the 2nd floor, in the event space area.

Don't forget, there's still time to submit applications for Master Field Training Officer and nominations for Field Training Officer of the Year. All applications and nominations must be received by April 15th, 2026.  Master Field Training Officer certification costs your agency nothing and is a great way to recognize the hard work and dedication of your department's Field Training Officers. 

 

***ALL ATTENDEES MUST SUBMIT A PURCHASE ORDER OR PAYMENT PRIOR TO THE START OF CLASS***

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