Tennessee Association of Rescue Squads

Tennessee Association of Rescue Squads TARS also provides a variety of rescue training.

The Tennessee Association of Rescue Squads is an Association of Life Saving, Rescue, and First Aid Units with members organized, trained, and equipped for various types of rescue and first aid work.

Final Swiftwater Operations Level I Class in the books. Special thanks to all who work diligently to make these classes ...
06/16/2026

Final Swiftwater Operations Level I Class in the books. Special thanks to all who work diligently to make these classes possible! Great job by all.

Congratulations to our Chaplain Matthew McMahan on successfully completing the Walter State Community College Regional L...
06/13/2026

Congratulations to our Chaplain Matthew McMahan on successfully completing the Walter State Community College Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy!
Officers McMahan will be serving as a deputy for Hamblen County. Help us in congratulating him on his achievement!

Ready to tackle large-scale commercial vehicle incidents? Join us July 25–26, 2026 at the Obion County Rescue Squad for ...
06/11/2026

Ready to tackle large-scale commercial vehicle incidents?

Join us July 25–26, 2026 at the Obion County Rescue Squad for HEAVY RESCUE—Semi and Heavy Recovery. This revised program blends classroom learning with hands-on field exercises to teach hazards and recovery methods for semi and heavy vehicles.

Date & Time: July 25, 2026 at 8:00 AM – July 26, 2026 at 5:30 PM CDT

Location: Obion County Rescue Squad - Union City, TN

Secure your spot and get event details: https://wix.to/LcsIlR1

06/02/2026

Region 2 June Meeting Cancellation Notice:

Due to low registration the June Region II meeting for Saturday, June 13th, 2026 has been cancelled. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Region II VP Michael Blankenship.

Swiftwater Rescue Operations Class #2 in the books. Special thanks to all who made this class another successful traini...
06/02/2026

Swiftwater Rescue Operations Class #2 in the books. Special thanks to all who made this class another successful training session!

06/01/2026

Region 1 June Meeting Cancellation Notice:

Due to low registration the June Region I meeting for this Saturday, June 6, 2026 has been cancelled. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Region I VP Bucky Ayers.

Today, we pause to remember the men and women who gave everything for this nation. Memorial Day is more than a holiday —...
05/25/2026

Today, we pause to remember the men and women who gave everything for this nation. Memorial Day is more than a holiday — it is a time to honor the courage, sacrifice, and selflessness of those who answered the call when America needed them most.

“Whether they were strangers or friends, neighbors or brothers, all of them stepped forward when America needed them most. They were all we could have asked, and they were everything we could hope to be.” — Ronald Reagan

The Tennessee Association of Rescue Squads proudly stands in remembrance of our fallen heroes and in gratitude for the freedoms their sacrifice secured. May we never forget the price that was paid for our liberty.

Today, we honor their sacrifice. Tomorrow, we carry their legacy forward.

Our last and final day of Rescue Squad Week. We want to recognize our TARS State Officers who help lead and serve our As...
05/23/2026

Our last and final day of Rescue Squad Week. We want to recognize our TARS State Officers who help lead and serve our Association across Tennessee.

While many see the conferences, meetings, training programs, competitions, and events that TARS provides, what often goes unseen are the countless hours of leadership, planning, decision-making, and service that happen behind the scenes to keep this organization moving forward.

Our State Officers work year-round to support member rescue squads, strengthen training opportunities, promote the rescue service, and help guide the future of the Association. They balance careers, family life, emergency response duties, and personal sacrifices — all while volunteering their time to serve the rescue community statewide.

Their leadership is built on one common goal: supporting the men and women who answer the call across Tennessee every single day.

To each of our State Officers — thank you for your dedication, your leadership, and your commitment to the rescue service and the Tennessee Association of Rescue Squads.

Your work continues to make a difference in communities across our state.

Behind every successful meeting, conference, training event, certification, and day-to-day operation of the Association ...
05/22/2026

Behind every successful meeting, conference, training event, certification, and day-to-day operation of the Association is someone making sure everything stays together — and for TARS, that person is Shannon.

From coordinating meetings and managing the state office to organizing schedules, handling the constant demands of the Association, and somehow keeping everyone moving in the same direction, Shannon plays a vital role in every aspect of TARS operations. Her leadership, dedication, and commitment help ensure that rescue squads across Tennessee continue to receive the support and organization they depend on.

Shannon also holds a special place in the history of the Association as the first female Executive Director of the Tennessee Association of Rescue Squads — a milestone that reflects both her leadership and the respect she has earned throughout the rescue community.

Those who know Shannon know she wears many hats every single day — planner, organizer, coordinator, problem solver, encourager, leader, and above all else, a mom. Even while balancing the demands of family and the nonstop responsibilities of running a statewide association, she continues to serve TARS with professionalism, heart, and dedication.

The work she does may not always be visible to everyone, but the impact is felt across the entire state.

Thank you, Shannon, for your tireless dedication to TARS, its member squads, and the rescue service across Tennessee.

RESCUE SQUAD WEEK SPOTLIGHTHonoring Brian RobinsonThis week, the Tennessee Association of Rescue Squads proudly recogniz...
05/21/2026

RESCUE SQUAD WEEK SPOTLIGHT

Honoring Brian Robinson

This week, the Tennessee Association of Rescue Squads proudly recognizes Brian Robinson, Training Coordinator for TARS and one of the driving forces behind rescue education across Tennessee.

Year after year, Brian dedicates countless hours to ensuring responders across our state are trained, prepared, and equipped to serve their communities safely and effectively. Through his leadership and instruction, hundreds of students receive hands-on training in:

* Vehicle Extrication
* Grain Bin Rescue
* Heavy Rescue
* Farm Rescue
* Swiftwater Rescue
* Train-the-Trainer Programs
* And many other specialized rescue disciplines

Brian’s commitment to education and responder readiness has directly strengthened rescue squads throughout Tennessee. His passion for training, mentorship, and service continues to shape the next generation of rescuers while improving the capabilities of departments statewide.

Whether in the classroom, on the training ground, or beside responders during complex scenarios, Brian represents the very heart of what the rescue service stands for — leadership, dedication, professionalism, and service to others.

Thank you, Brian, for the impact you make across Tennessee and for your unwavering commitment to the rescue community.

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2906 Tazewell Pike, Suite C
Knoxville, TN
37918

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+18656893256

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