If your agency or yourself is looking for specialized training, give us a call to discuss your needs. Our certifications are Nationally recognized.
We are a nationally recognized provider of advanced, discipline-specific technical rescue and emergency management training in the United States, delivering comprehensive programs across a wide range of operational specialties. The National Rescue & Response Institute (NRRI), founded by Joey Vulpis and Matt Novellino in October 2022, was formed to meet the needs of the general public, but mainly g
06/03/2026
We are STOKED to announce a partnership with and Alachua County Fire Rescue authorizing their Gainesville location as one of our Authorized Training Centers! Many courses to come in the Northern Florida area! Welcome aboard!
06/02/2026
Train at night, in the dark. Situational awareness depletes at night, light discipline becomes a priority.
SWIFTWATER RESCUE COURSES IN MARYLAND!
- Operations in Southeastern MD July 11 & 12
- Technician (Rescue Swimmer Hybrid) Southeastern MD July 18 & 19
Limited spots and 50% filled already! We'll provide the hosting agency fire department details upon registration.
https://nrrinstitute.org/water-rescue
06/01/2026
Great weekend running a Wilderness First Aid course for 45 hikers from the Catskill 3500 Club!
05/31/2026
Day 1 wrapped up for a Widlerness First Aid course with the Catskill 3500 Club! Great day with 45 students learning some essential skills with our amazing instructor cadre! More training with them tomorrow covering hands on skills!
05/31/2026
Day 1 of the New York Technical Rescue conference in Oriskany NY at the state preparedness center! Great day! Our President, Joey Vulpis, lectured on Wilderness SAR & Mountain Rescue.
05/29/2026
Stellar pic from an ongoing and boat familiarization course in Passaic NJ all week with Passaic Fire Department.
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| Thursday | 9am - 4pm |
| Friday | 9am - 4pm |
| Saturday | 9am - 4pm |