About RECON Coaching
RECON Coaching is a mission-driven, nationally recognized performance and leadership coaching company rooted in tactical training, personal transformation, and veteran-led expertise. Originally founded by a team of elite military and security professionals, our mission has evolved to meet the growing needs of individuals, teams, and organizations seeking resilience, direction, and purpose. Built on a foundation of Resilience, Execution, Clarity, Ownership, and Navigation, RECON Coaching empowers people from all backgrounds to take control of their lives and lead with confidence. We combine the grit of military training with the insight of life coaching to create practical, real-world strategies that transform both mindset and mission readiness.
Our programs are inclusive and accessible—designed for veterans, first responders, high-performers, and everyday leaders who want to sharpen their edge. Whether you're looking to lead a team, rebuild after adversity, or protect what matters most, our hands-on coaching and strategic training are tailored to meet you where you are. In addition to our life coaching and personal development services, we continue to offer high-impact training in situational awareness, church and organizational safety, active threat response, defensive tactics, and personal protection. These services support communities and organizations seeking more than just security—they want empowerment and preparedness.
At RECON Coaching, we take the time to understand your values, assess your needs, and develop a plan that reflects your mission. Every coaching and training experience is personalized—because we believe excellence is never one-size-fits-all. Our team is committed to helping you build mental strength, tactical clarity, and unstoppable momentum.
Choose RECON Coaching when you’re ready to level up in life, leadership, or protection. We don’t just teach readiness—we live it.
Timothy Tharp - Founder and Director Life coach.
Veteran. Security executive. I help warriors and high-performers reclaim purpose with tactical clarity and unstoppable focus.
As the founder of RECON Coaching, Timothy Tharp empowers veterans, first responders, and high-performers to reclaim their direction with tactical clarity and unstoppable purpose. Through his coaching practice, Timothy teaches resilience as both a mindset and a mission—guiding clients to thrive under pressure, adapt to adversity, and lead with confidence. His unique approach blends military precision, executive leadership, and deep personal insight, creating a transformative experience rooted in discipline, purpose, and growth. Whether clients are transitioning from service, navigating high-stakes careers, or seeking renewed direction, Timothy delivers results-driven strategies built on trust, integrity, and action.
In addition to his work as a life coach, Timothy is a retired Air Force veteran and tenured security executive with extensive experience developing top-tier security functions. His passion for safeguarding individuals, organizations, and communities is unparalleled. He is a subject matter expert in cybersecurity, corporate and church security training, active shooter response, and self-defense. Timothy has driven internal change to enhance data and asset protection, mitigate threats, and revitalize neglected security programs. He excels in dynamic, regulated environments where a risk-focused, mission-ready mindset is critical.
With over 25 years of personal protection and fitness experience—including training with elite Israeli security and combat experts—Timothy brings unmatched insight to both physical and digital security. He helped design the security team at his campus church, where he currently serves as head of security. Timothy holds a Master’s degree in Security Management and an MBA in Information Security Management.
Whether coaching individuals toward purpose or strengthening organizational defenses, Timothy leads with clarity, courage, and commitment.
Mason Tharp's lifelong focus has been on security. His father, Timothy Tharp, trained him in various areas including cybersecurity, defensive tactics, and combatives.