Course Offerings
Beginner Courses:
Rules & Considerations - (In‑Person or Virtual) An overview of self‑defense fundamentals, including basic firearms safety and storage, general firearms knowledge, and use‑of‑force principles.
Hands‑On Learning - (In‑Person) Hands‑on instruction covering what a firearm is, how it functions, and safe handling practices.
Pistol Range Lesson 1 – Trial (In‑Person) Apply what you learned in Hands‑On Learning at the range. We’ll evaluate which firearm best fits your situation. (Hands‑On Learning is required before any Range Lesson.)
Pistol Range Lesson 2 – Personal Preference (In‑Person) Build on Range Lesson 1 with drills on your chosen firearm to improve handling and proficiency. (Hands‑On Learning is required.)
Purchase Assistance & Recommendations - (In‑Person or Virtual) We’ll establish a budget, identify what you need to be a safe, responsible firearm owner, and review recommended firearms and essential accessories.
Pistol Range Lesson 3 – With Your Purchase (In‑Person) Focused range practice to reinforce fundamentals and build a steady foundation so you can train confidently on your own.
Maintenance & Cleaning - (In‑Person) Step‑by‑step instruction on cleaning and maintaining any firearm you choose to purchase.
Intermediate Courses:
Home Defense & Castle Doctrine - (In‑Person) A practical course on defending your home responsibly and effectively. Learn legal considerations, planning, and tactics to protect your household while minimizing risk to yourself and others.
Ammunition Reloading - (In‑Person or Virtual) Learn the fundamentals of safe, efficient reloading so you can begin producing quality ammunition at home. This course covers basic components, single‑stage press operation, necessary tools, step‑by‑step loading procedures, safety protocols, and a starter budget and shopping list to get you set up. Hands‑on demos and supervised practice ensure you leave confident in basic reloading tasks. Topic discussed here such as Components (brass, primers, powder, bullets), caliber considerations, Single‑stage press setup, basic die use, Safe workspace layout, storage, handling procedures, Basic load development, measuring, recordkeeping, Estimated startup costs and recommended tools/suppliers.
Prerequisite: Hands‑On Learning and Range Lesson 1 (or equivalent firearms safety experience).
Situational Awareness & Threat Detection - (In‑Person/Virtual) Develop proactive awareness skills, pattern recognition, and verbal de‑escalation techniques to avoid confrontations before they start.
Prerequisite: Intro course or equivalent experience.
Improvised Weapons & Everyday Tools - (In‑Person/Virtual) Teach how to identify, carry, and safely deploy improvised tools (pens, keys, bags) for defense while minimizing legal and safety risks.
Defensive Firearm Transitions & Retention - (In‑Person/Range) Safe, practical drills for transitioning, retaining, and regaining control of a firearm under stress, plus malfunction response and safe weapon transitions.
Prerequisite: Hands‑On Learning + Range Lesson 1.
Low‑Light & Environmental Tactics - (In‑Person) Movement, navigation, target identification, and low‑light shooting/awareness principles for dim/no-light environments and confined spaces.
Prerequisite: Range Lesson 1 and Defensive Movement.
Advanced Courses:
Ammunition Reloading - (In‑Person) For students ready to take reloading to the next level: advanced load development, progressive presses, precision reloading for accuracy-focused shooting, troubleshooting, case preparation/annealing, and cost‑optimization strategies. We’ll help you plan and budget a full reloading bench, recommend specific equipment and suppliers, and provide in‑depth hands‑on training tailored to precision, reliability, or high‑volume needs. Topic discussed here such as, Progressive and turret press operation, tooling, maintenance, Advanced load development, chronograph use, accuracy tuning, Case life management: trimming, annealing, and rotary tumbling/cleaning, Primer/powder selection, sizing, and safety margins, Bench setup, ventilation, storage, tooling list, and detailed budget scenarios for hobby vs. high‑volume reloading
Prerequisite: Ammunition Reloading — Intermediate (or demonstrated intermediate reloading experience) and Range Lesson 2.
Advanced Defensive Handgun Skills - (In‑Person/Range) High‑stress accuracy, speed transitions, malfunction management, one‑handed shooting, and immediate action drills to perform reliably under pressure.
Prerequisite: Range Lesson 2, Defensive Firearm Transitions & Retention.
Low‑Light Tactics & Use of Lights - (In‑Person/Range) Tactical lighting techniques, target ID in limited visibility, movement and shooting with handheld/weapon lights, and room entry under low‑light conditions.
Prerequisite: Low‑Light & Environmental Tactics, Range Lesson 2.
Advanced Weapons Retention & Disarms - (In‑Person) High-level retention, combatives, and disarm techniques against edged and impact weapons using tactical movement and pressure-point control under stress. Safety-focused progressive training.
Mobile Defense & Tactical Driving Awareness - (In‑Person/Virtual) Risk reduction while moving: vehicle positioning, evasive driving basics (awareness oriented), transition drills from vehicle to safe posture, and travel security planning.
Prerequisite: Situational Awareness & Threat Detection
Instructor Development & Coaching Methodology - (In‑Person/Virtual) Train-the-trainer program covering pedagogy, safety management, curriculum design, scenario scripting, and student assessment to certify competent instructors.
Prerequisite: Completion of core beginner and intermediate courses; instructor recommendation.
Individual Lessons
Schedule single sessions at $80 each (range fees not included) — ideal for focused skill building or specific topics.
Custom Options
Contact me to customize a course or bundle specific classes with tailored pricing to meet your needs.