This course is for those that have access to a pistol for self protection, but have not been given any instruction in its use beyond fundamentals.

This course speaks towards pistol sizes, types, carry methods, pistol calibers, and bullet styles and as such is a primer for those that are otherwise un-indoctrinated.

Two firing evolutions will focus upon the differences between precision accuracy and defensive accuracy, and will be conducted on our climate controlled, indoor shooting range.

Defensive Handgun, Level 1,  builds a perfect bridge between the fundamentals courses,  to the more advanced Bud’s pistol courses (formerly known as 3.0 and 3.5)

Prerequisites: You should already be familiar with safe operation of your handgun and have had practice in shooting it. If not, we encourage that you sign up for our class: Firearm Fundamentals. If you have had previous experience and would like to verify it please inquire before signing up for class: [email protected]

Materials needed: You will need to bring the following:

1) A handgun

2. A holster that is made for your model handgun (leather or kydex—no nylon) of sufficient quality to be able to repeatedly draw and re-holster with one hand. No holsters permitted where the firearm muzzle faces rearward, or if your draw would sweep other participants—Safety First!

3. A quality gun belt that firmly supports your holstered gun and magazines.

4. Personal eye and ear protection; electronic ear protection works better for this class. If you do not have your own, we will provide ppe.

5. Pen and paper for notetaking

6. 100 rounds of range ammunition in the proper caliber for your handgun; available for purchase at our range counter

Class Duration: Three (3) hours

Cost: only $85.00

Customer Reviews:

"Excellent job by Daniel--awesome!  He was a A+++!"  --Matt C.

"I'll do it again; very good!"  --Craig T.

"Excellent experience--I would do it again.  Daniel was excellent with his knowledge and corrections."  --Rick S.

"It was great--very practical.  Great instructions."  --Josh M.

"Awesome.  [Daniel was] very knowledgeable."  --Neil T.

"Very useful!  [Daniel was] excellent."  -- John J.

"Excellent, would definitely do it again.  [Presentation was] strong!"  --Jason C.

"Learned where I need to improve in both skills and gear.  Zach was excellent and made sure everyone understood."  --Ryan B.

"Excellent--would do it again.  [Zach was] 100% excellent--very knowledgeable."  --Dan B.

"Fantastic.  Loved the amount of one-on-one.  Even in group drills there was good direction; very helpful."  --Wesley M.

"Very good, good intensity.  [Zach was] excellent."  --Leonard C.

"Great!  Laid back, hit the right subjects.  [Daniel was] excellent & well-spoken."  --Bill N.

"Fantastic; [Daniel was] very knowledgeable, very safe!"  --Lynda N.

"It was great!  Daniel Mays was terrific!  --Morgan N.

"Excellent.  Valuable information and great presentation.  Daniel is an excellent instructor; fantastic."  --Michael P.

"It was wonderful.  I'll more than likely take it again.  [John was] excellent; would recommend 10/10."  --Aaron O.

"Very positive.  [John was] very knowledgeable and informed; coached all members very well."  -- Griffin P.

"Excellent class, I learned a lot.  Instructor [John] was excellent, very good knowledge of subject matter."  -- Roger A.

"Very good, practicing basics help with better understanding of my firearm.  Very detailed [instruction], instructor [John] was very clear."  -- Joseph P.