Battalion Chiefs AcademyThe 4.5-day Battalion Chiefs Academy empowers aspiring and new Battalion Chiefs with strategic leadership skills. Focusing on guiding principles rather than tactical aspects, our comprehensive training equips participants to excel in their roles. Join us for a transformative learning experience, honing critical decision-making abilities and paving the way for success as fire service leaders. View Past Battalion Chief Academies2026 Battalion Chief Academy DatesSpring – Waco, TX 2026 Spring Academy – WacoEvent DetailsMonday, April 27 – Friday, May 1 LocationAC Hotel by Marriott Waco Downtown Agenda
A light breakfast will be served Monday - Friday. Lunch will be served Monday - Thursday. Dinner is on your own each night. Full Academy Agenda Coming Soon.Registration InformationTFCA Members' Registration Fee - $1,250 Register TodayHotel InformationA limited number of rooms at the AC Hotel in Waco have been secured at a discounted room rate of $123/ night and will be available to book when registration opens on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 12:00 pm. These rooms are reserved on a first come, first served basis. Book Your HotelSponsorship OpportunitiesThe 2026 Sponsorship Opportunities are now open. Learn More and Become a SponsorAcademy Cancellation PolicyA full refund will be given for written requests received on or before April 6, 2026. A 50% refund will be issued for written requests received between April 7 – 13, 2026. No refunds will be issued beginning April 14, 2026. Cancellations must be received in writing from the original registrant to [email protected]. No cancellations will be taken by phone. Academy Substitution PolicySubstitute attendees may be named prior to the event or during on-site registration. Notification of substitution must be submitted in writing from the original registrant to [email protected]. No substitutions will be taken by phone. |