Handgun Course Descriptions
Handguns may not be the best choice of weapons for personal defense; however, they may be the only choice available at the time of a violent confrontation. Handguns are small enough to conceal and as such, one should possess the skills to effectively defend themselves and loved ones if needed.
All handgun courses cover in depth safety and handling, cleaning & care, administrative and action loading, malfunctions and clearing, grip, drawing tactics, multiple threats, cover and concealment, stress inoculation, & situational awareness. Effective speed shooting is also covered.
Each course builds on the other. The complexity of the techniques and level of detail increases with experience. We now offer five levels of Defensive Carry! After successful completion of any of the Defensive Carry courses, students will be better prepared and more confident to defend themselves and their families if needed. Shooting with movement, manipulation skills, cover & concealment, and communication are covered in varying depths dependent upon the class’s skill level. Semi-auto pistols or revolvers are equally welcome in our classes.
All handgun courses cover in depth safety and handling, cleaning & care, administrative and action loading, malfunctions and clearing, grip, drawing tactics, multiple threats, cover and concealment, stress inoculation, & situational awareness. Effective speed shooting is also covered.
Each course builds on the other. The complexity of the techniques and level of detail increases with experience. We now offer five levels of Defensive Carry! After successful completion of any of the Defensive Carry courses, students will be better prepared and more confident to defend themselves and their families if needed. Shooting with movement, manipulation skills, cover & concealment, and communication are covered in varying depths dependent upon the class’s skill level. Semi-auto pistols or revolvers are equally welcome in our classes.
Defensive Carry
A 4 hour course that provides the student with basic skills and the mindset required to confidently operate your handgun in a violent situation. Defensive Carry is geared toward the student with little or no experience operating a handgun; both open and concealed carry. The class starts with a lively classroom session followed by active drills on the range. After successful completion of this course, students will be prepared and more confident to defend themselves and their families.
300 -400 rounds required
300 -400 rounds required
Defensive Handgun
Prerequisite: Intro to Defensive Carry or Equal
A 6 to 8 hour course that provides the student with refined skills required to confidently operate your handgun in a violent situation. Each class is tailored to the average skill level of the students. The class starts with an in-depth classroom session followed by tactical drills on the range. After successful completion of this course, students will be fully prepared to defend themselves and their families.
400 – 500 rounds required
A 6 to 8 hour course that provides the student with refined skills required to confidently operate your handgun in a violent situation. Each class is tailored to the average skill level of the students. The class starts with an in-depth classroom session followed by tactical drills on the range. After successful completion of this course, students will be fully prepared to defend themselves and their families.
400 – 500 rounds required
Defensive Handgun - Low Light
Prerequisite: Defensive Carry I
at NCCSC or T3
A 3 hour course building on the skills and mindset learned in previous classes. LOW LIGHT will teach the student to confidently operate a handgun in a violent situation IN THE DARK. A truly unique opportunity to train with your handgun in a scenario that few other ranges and schools offer! This session is held completely on the range, starting with a lecture on hand-held flash light techniques, followed by memorable range session. We will also train with pistol mounted lights. After successful completion of this course, students will be prepared and confident to defend themselves and their families in the DARK!
200 rounds required
Class Requirements:
A sidearm, quality holster, belt, and 2 magazine carriers mounted on belt. A minimum of 3 speed loaders or magazines. Serpa Holsters are not permitted in class. No magnum calibers. A hand held flashlight with tail cap controls. Momentary on is preferred. Students may bring their pistol mounted lights if they have one.
Students are required to have ANSI eye protection, and ear protection. Digital ear protection is REQUIRED to ensure all direction and commands are heard and understood. Cleaning and clearing kit and Field repair parts are always helpful.
Hat, neck scarf, bug spray, rain gear and bags to carry your gear. Clothing for seasonal weather during outdoor classes is required in order to stay comfortable.
at NCCSC or T3
A 3 hour course building on the skills and mindset learned in previous classes. LOW LIGHT will teach the student to confidently operate a handgun in a violent situation IN THE DARK. A truly unique opportunity to train with your handgun in a scenario that few other ranges and schools offer! This session is held completely on the range, starting with a lecture on hand-held flash light techniques, followed by memorable range session. We will also train with pistol mounted lights. After successful completion of this course, students will be prepared and confident to defend themselves and their families in the DARK!
200 rounds required
Class Requirements:
A sidearm, quality holster, belt, and 2 magazine carriers mounted on belt. A minimum of 3 speed loaders or magazines. Serpa Holsters are not permitted in class. No magnum calibers. A hand held flashlight with tail cap controls. Momentary on is preferred. Students may bring their pistol mounted lights if they have one.
Students are required to have ANSI eye protection, and ear protection. Digital ear protection is REQUIRED to ensure all direction and commands are heard and understood. Cleaning and clearing kit and Field repair parts are always helpful.
Hat, neck scarf, bug spray, rain gear and bags to carry your gear. Clothing for seasonal weather during outdoor classes is required in order to stay comfortable.
Handgun Course Equipment ( rentals available)
- A desire to learn
- A safe and serviceable handgun (pistol or revolvers).
- LE, private contractors, and first responders should run their duty gear
- ANSI eye protection, and digital ear protection. (Digital ear protection is REQUIRED to ensure all direction and commands are heard and understood)
- A quality holster, belt, and 2 magazine carriers mounted on belt.
- 3 to 5 magazines or speed loaders. NOTE: We encourage the use of your daily carry. If yours is low capacity (8 or less rounds), 5-8 mags are a GREAT idea so you are not missing out while constantly reloading. We have great prices on mags so you can stock up. Contact us in advance of class.
- Holsters should be outside the waistband until the student has demonstrated proficiency in the draw to carry inside the waistband.
- Appendix Carry is not permitted in Defensive Carry 1. Ask permission to carry appendix prior to registering for another class.
- 300 rounds of FMJ ammo minimum is required per class. No steel cases or hand loads. No incendiary or tracers. Ammo will be inspected prior to class.
Students are required to have ANSI eye protection, and ear protection. Digital ear protection is REQUIRED to ensure all direction and commands are heard and understood. Cleaning and clearing kit and Field repair parts are always helpful.
Hat, neck scarf, bug spray, rain gear and bags to carry your gear. Clothing for seasonal weather during outdoor classes is required in order to stay comfortable.