Three ways to register for #ILEETA2026

Current Member Registration
$440 $399
Current members who register between July 1 and October 31 lock in the $399 Early Bird Rate! Log in to register quickly and enjoy full access to exclusive resources, networking opportunities, and the complete ILEETA member experience.
Full Conference Access
Expo Access
Special Events Access

Emerson Hour, Newcomers, Tuesday Night Social, Etc.

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Agency Bundle Pricing
$399
Public sector agencies sending 5 or more attendees qualify for $399 per person. It’s a great way to save while investing in your team. Contact Jenny Merlin at 262-767-1406 or jmerlin@ileeta.org to get started.
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Agency-Sponsored (Non-Member)
$540
ILEETA is a membership organization for law enforcement trainers. This $540 registration is for agencies unable to fund memberships but want employees to attend the conference, covering fees and ensuring eligibility.
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Conference Logistics

Location

St. Louis Union Station Hotel
1820 Market St.
St Louis, Missouri, 63103

Caution: Only use hotel reservation links provided on this site. Outside solicitations are not affiliated with ILEETA or the Conference and may involve unavailable rooms or misleading offers.

ILEETA has negotiated the rate of $159.00 for a King or Double room occupancy. The daily parking rate is $10 per day.

Hotel Information

Transportation

Getting to ILEETA is Easy!


St. Louis Lambert (STL) is a traveler-friendly airport, just 20 minutes from the host hotel. Taxis, Uber, and Lyft are always available. Prefer public transit? The MetroLink train runs about every 20 minutes—hop off at Union Station, just a short walk to the hotel. Greyhound also serves the area.

What to Bring

Bring your enthusiasm and an open mind—every session is a chance to grow.
A notebook and pen are useful for all sessions.
Wear athletic attire and shoes for hands-on courses.
For defensive tactics classes, bring a duty belt, handcuffs, mouth guard, protective cup, and training gear (e.g., red gun or dummy knife) as needed.
Certification courses require advance sign-up—check the “Limited Registration” page for details.

Conference Schedule

Plan your #ILEETA2026 experience in advance. Download the latest schedule and begin planning which courses you will attend.  

Schedule will be released by January 2026.

#ILEETA2025 Schedule

Why ILEETA?

The ILEETA Conference & Expo is more than training—it’s where the law enforcement training community comes together. Hear why so many professionals return year after year to connect, grow, and lead the future of our profession.
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What do ILEETA Members say about the ILEETA Conference and Expo?

“The ILEETA Conference is the single best training event of the year. There are non-stop training opportunities from the time you arrive to the time you leave to go home. I always leave the Conference exhausted, but it recharges my batteries year after year. The number of connections and opportunities available to members who attend the ILEETA Conference is incredible. If you’re a trainer who isn’t attending the ILEETA Conference, you’re doing yourself, your department, and your students a disservice.”

Todd FletcherBend (OR) Police Department (ret.)

“The ILEETA Conference continues to be a top tier training opportunity. The caliber of instructors is second to none. You would be hard pressed to find a better opportunity for department trainers to learn new ideas, both through classroom instruction and informal networking, than at the ILEETA Conference.”

Commander Zach ZigtermanPlainfield Police Department

“This was my 3rd conference and always I leave feeling overwhelmed from all of the great information I received while attending. I would recommend the ILEETA to any Law Enforcement Instructor whether they are new to instructing or if they have been instructing for 20 plus years. Also the networking that is established at the conference is a gold mine compared to other training conference’s I attend.”

Captain Jason DunnMissouri Division of Fire Safety Fire Investigation and Explosion Unit.

“The annual ILEETA is a must have as police trainer, I leave the conference refreshed, with great new contacts, and great new ideas to better serve my officers and my community.”

Amir KhillahRichland Police Department CenturionMSC.com
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Don’t Miss This Training Opportunity!

The ILEETA Conference and Expo will offer over 100 courses along with instructor certifications and armorer courses. Topics include use of force, officer survival, defensive tactics, instructor development, specialized training and firearms including a live fire track. Attendees receive a certificate of attendance, conference bag, shirt and numerous other giveaways.

Certification, armorer and live fire courses will require advance registration as there will be limits on class size. These courses may charge up to $50 per person (materials fees to cover costs), which will be paid prior to the conference. Specific details on signing up for these courses will be made available on the ILEETA website and by e-mail to those who have registered for the conference.

Over 100 Courses!

With hundreds of classes led by top instructors, the ILEETA Conference offers hands-on training, classroom sessions, live-fire ranges, instructor development, wellness topics, leadership, defensive tactics, and more—covering every aspect of law enforcement education.

ILEETA Discussion Panels

ILEETA discussion panels bring diverse voices together to tackle today’s most pressing issues in law enforcement training. These sessions spark candid conversations, share real-world experiences, and offer practical solutions you can take back to your agency.

The ILEETA Expo

The ILEETA Expo showcases cutting-edge products, services, and technology that support law enforcement training. It’s your chance to connect directly with industry leaders, explore new tools, and discover innovations that can enhance your programs and operations.

ILEETA Conference & Expo Information

Monday, March 16, 2026

0800-1000

Description

1000-1645

A full schedule will be published in early January. Course descriptions will be published in November.

1900-2000

Emerson Hour

Six law enforcement trainers share innovative ideas and insights in concise and impactful nine-minute presentation. A must see event!

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

0800-1645

A full schedule will be published in early January. Course descriptions will be published in November.

1000-1645

1800-2000

Sponsored by
MILO. Other sponsors will be announced soon!

An opportunity for networking, friendly competition.

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

0800-1645

A full schedule will be published in early January. Course descriptions will be published in November.

0800-1200

Thursday, March 19, 2026

0800-1645

A full schedule will be published in early January. Course descriptions will be published in November.

Friday, March 20, 2026

0800-1645

A full schedule will be published in early January. Course descriptions will be published in November.

Saturday, March 21, 2026

0800-1200

A full schedule will be published in early January. Course descriptions will be published in November.

Individuals can attend any topic in any track. There may be some topics that will only be available on a space-available basis. All will be done to facilitate the exchange of information, including the scheduling of informal sessions during the evening hours. ILEETA will do all that we can to enhance professional networking in addition to the formal training offerings.

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