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Tactical Conceal Carry Casualty Care

Saturday & Sunday – March 28-29, 2026

This two-day course is the next evolution in trauma care for anyone who is interested in more advanced care in serious situations. While the course centers on care under fire/Active Shooter situations, the skills can be used in a variety of emergencies.

$100.00 deposit due today

This course is closed.

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Fireside Chat: Which Sling?

This is a three-hour class to help with the question: Which sling will work best for me? No matter the situation, long guns (rifles, shotguns, submachineguns, carbines) should have a proper sling.

There are quite a few designs and variations. Attendees will have an opportunity to learn, evaluate and test various types of slings on different types of firearms INCLUDING your own. This is NOT a live-fire class. Because of this question of slings (and mounts) and their use, we added this as a preview to our long gun classes. All attendees will be given a discount for any of our long gun classes. You are welcome to bring your own long guns (rifle and/or shotgun) to the class and try any of the slings on your specific firearm and/or try one on any of our firearms.

This course is closed.

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Firearms Selection- Women’s Perspectives

This is a one-day course for those interested in acquiring a handgun, or have one and are looking for training in its use. Handgun selection, safe use, applications, storage, etc. For those who have not yet acquired a handgun, we have a variety available to determine which one(s) seem best suited for them.  For those looking to acquire a handgun, we will have a selection for students to try, to determine the best fit for their needs and grip.

This course is closed.

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Rifle Course Basics

This is a one-day course for those that are looking to know their rifle better or looking for one. All rifle types are invited to the class… bolt action, semi-auto, lever action, pump, break open, etc. We will tailor the program for the rifle types taking the course. The use of the rifle as a defensive firearm will be discussed and worked during the live fire portion of the course.  This course is N.R.A. certified.

This course is closed.

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Shotgun Dynamics

This is a one-day course dealing with the history, mechanics, accessories and PRACTICAL use of the slide action (pump) and semi-automatic shotgun. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own though there are a limited number of rentals available.

This course is closed.

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Defensive Rifle (Level 2)

This is a one-day course dealing with more advanced techniques and considerations in the use of the semi-automatic carbine. This class offers the opportunity to utilize the rifle and equipment in realistic critical situations. All rifle platforms and models are welcome to be used in the class. The course curriculum will be adjusted to accommodate all models brought to class. It is NOT a requirement to have taken our Level 1 Course. However, new students to this class will be vetted. Students are welcome to try our various available platforms and models.

This course is closed.

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Advanced Defensive Handgun Training for Professionals

The Rest of 2024 is scheduled to be out Soon!!

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We are beginning our Defensive Handgun Series again!! It is a four-day course offered one day a month introducing and practicing a philosophy requiring few techniques, easily understood and utilized for protection while stationary, moving, or from behind cover. Various techniques are shown and practiced through each Tier so that EACH student can find what techniques (and equipment) work best for them.

Tier I is an introduction to our defense philosophy, mindset, and various techniques.

These are practiced in both classroom and live fire settings.

Tier II is a more practical application of these techniques, allowing each student to determine what is working, what needs tweaking, or what might need to be re-evaluated and changed. In this class, we introduce low-light considerations and Alternative Force.

Tier III is a class dedicated to when “the situation isn’t perfect.” We work on counter ambush defense, close quarters; situations that can occur as a result of living our daily lives. This is our “what if” course.

Tier III-SC is a CLOSED course for Tier III graduates only. It is purely student-driven, dealing with special considerations, follow-ups, or other topics and concerns our students have.

Tiers IV & V are reserved for law enforcement, tactical teams, military, and special operations only.

  1. Defensive Handgun Tier

  2. Defensive Handgun Tier II

  3. Defensive Handgun Tier III

  4. “Stop The Bleed” / EDCCM Course

  5. Red Dot Pistol / Performance Shooting

  6. National Train A Teacher Day

  7.  Semi-Automatic Rifle (Level 1)

  8. Tactical Shotgun Trap Match

  9. Semi-Automatic Rifle (Level 2)

  10. Shotgun Dynamics

  11. Defensive Shotgun (Level 1)

  12.  Defensive Shotgun (Level 2)

  13. Firearms Fundamentals Course

  14. Range Safety Officer (RSO) Certification

  15. Women’s Day Firearms Fundamentals

  16. The REACT Experience

  17. Situation Awareness (Force on Force)

  18. Tactical Shotgun Trap Match II

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