Defensive Handgun & Shotgun Training
Train To Win: Building A Solid Foundation for Self Defense
Since "habit" is what we revert to in high-stress situations, it is critical to develop PERFECT habits. The things that become habits are the things we will do without thinking; they become our natural responses. We create perfect habits by training to perfect the fundamentals, and practicing until they become habits.
Every time you practice with your firearm you are creating habits. Depending on how you train, and more importantly the instruction you receive, the habits you create can be good or bad. Perfect fundamentals, practiced until they are habits, are what will make the difference when confronted with a life-or-death situation.
Our mission has always been, and will always be, to provide unparalleled training in personal security and defensive firearms. This starts with teaching solid fundamentals, the foundation of personal defense. We will soon offer free online videos and continue to offer personal instruction in middle Tennessee. Contact us today to schedule a training session or personal security seminar for your group or organization.
Every time you practice with your firearm you are creating habits. Depending on how you train, and more importantly the instruction you receive, the habits you create can be good or bad. Perfect fundamentals, practiced until they are habits, are what will make the difference when confronted with a life-or-death situation.
Our mission has always been, and will always be, to provide unparalleled training in personal security and defensive firearms. This starts with teaching solid fundamentals, the foundation of personal defense. We will soon offer free online videos and continue to offer personal instruction in middle Tennessee. Contact us today to schedule a training session or personal security seminar for your group or organization.
Introduction To Gun Safety And Marksmanship - Handgun Or Shotgun
Protecting yourself and your loved ones from violence requires you to have the best tools and training available, and our New Shooters Introductory Course is the best place to start. If you've recently purchased your first gun or you're thinking about buying one, our New Shooters Course is specifically designed to introduce you to gun safety and marksmanship fundamentals. You'll learn the correct way to load, unload, carry and store your firearm, as well as how to deploy it and place accurate shots should you ever need to do so. We'll also show you practical exercises that you can do yourself to become a competent and confident family defender.
If you're thinking about getting your Tennessee Handgun Carry Permit this course will prepare you for the gun safety class required to obtain the permit. Even if you've never fired a handgun, we can train you!
We only accept individuals or small groups of family or friends (up to 3 total participants per group) for this course to ensure high quality, one-on-one training, without the intimidation of having strangers present.
We provide safe instruction in a relaxed environment on our private range, with absolutely no pressure.
This introductory training is approximately 3 hours in length, and additional hours may be purchased.
Cost: $65
Additional Hours: $20/hr same day as lesson or $25/hr other days
Contact us or submit the registration form for course requirements or to schedule a lesson.
If you're thinking about getting your Tennessee Handgun Carry Permit this course will prepare you for the gun safety class required to obtain the permit. Even if you've never fired a handgun, we can train you!
We only accept individuals or small groups of family or friends (up to 3 total participants per group) for this course to ensure high quality, one-on-one training, without the intimidation of having strangers present.
We provide safe instruction in a relaxed environment on our private range, with absolutely no pressure.
This introductory training is approximately 3 hours in length, and additional hours may be purchased.
Cost: $65
Additional Hours: $20/hr same day as lesson or $25/hr other days
Contact us or submit the registration form for course requirements or to schedule a lesson.
Private Instruction: Defensive Shooting Fundamentals
This is an abbreviated session of our Concealed Carry and Defensive Shooting course (see below), during which the student receives personal, one-on-one instruction. It is ideal for new shooters who are uncomfortable participating in large groups, or for anyone with a desire to improve their skills and confidence in a private setting.
We offer relaxed, safe instruction on our private range, with absolutely no pressure. Our Defensive Shooting instruction focuses on developing the core fundamental skills necessary for surviving the types of violent incidents you're most likely to encounter in everyday life.
Students must provide their own firearm* (handgun and/or shotgun), ammunition and approved range safety equipment (eye and ear protection), and must be legally eligible to own a firearm.
Small groups of up to 5 friends or family members can participate at an additional cost per participant.
Cost: $85
Group: $75 per person / Limited Time Special: $65 per person
Complete and submit the registration form to request a private session.
*9mm house gun available for an additional fee. Student supplies ammo.
We offer relaxed, safe instruction on our private range, with absolutely no pressure. Our Defensive Shooting instruction focuses on developing the core fundamental skills necessary for surviving the types of violent incidents you're most likely to encounter in everyday life.
Students must provide their own firearm* (handgun and/or shotgun), ammunition and approved range safety equipment (eye and ear protection), and must be legally eligible to own a firearm.
Small groups of up to 5 friends or family members can participate at an additional cost per participant.
Cost: $85
Group: $75 per person / Limited Time Special: $65 per person
Complete and submit the registration form to request a private session.
*9mm house gun available for an additional fee. Student supplies ammo.
Private Instruction: Draw And Fire
A fast and consistent draw is the single most important skill for a defensive handgunner, and this training is designed to help you develop solid fundamentals for presenting your firearm from concealment. In this course we break down the individual elements of the draw, and then string them together to greatly improve speed and accuracy.
Armed conflict, especially involving the handgun is close, fast and over quickly. There will be no time to “orient” to what is happening, you will either rise to the occasion or you will not and the history of armed conflict has shown the person who can go from observation to action the quickest will usually prevail. Someone shooting back at you changes everything, which is why essential skills must be learned and practiced.
Students must provide their own firearm and holster (preferably the gun and holster you most often carry), ANSI Certified range safety equipment (eye and ear protection), and 100 rounds of ammunition (factory loads only). Students should already have obtained the Tennessee Handgun Carry Permit, though it is not required.
For safety reasons this course is generally taught as individual instruction only. Couples or groups of no more than two friends or family members may be accommodated by request.
Cost: $85 per person
To request information or schedule a training session register here.
Armed conflict, especially involving the handgun is close, fast and over quickly. There will be no time to “orient” to what is happening, you will either rise to the occasion or you will not and the history of armed conflict has shown the person who can go from observation to action the quickest will usually prevail. Someone shooting back at you changes everything, which is why essential skills must be learned and practiced.
Students must provide their own firearm and holster (preferably the gun and holster you most often carry), ANSI Certified range safety equipment (eye and ear protection), and 100 rounds of ammunition (factory loads only). Students should already have obtained the Tennessee Handgun Carry Permit, though it is not required.
For safety reasons this course is generally taught as individual instruction only. Couples or groups of no more than two friends or family members may be accommodated by request.
Cost: $85 per person
To request information or schedule a training session register here.
Concealed Carry And Defensive Shooting*: Full Course
The basic skills taught in gun permit classes may satisfy state requirements to carry a gun, but relying on "basics" in a moment that requires exceptional skills opens the door to a potentially disastrous outcome. Due to their time constraints and state-mandated curricula most "permit" classes offer little or no instruction in the two elements most critical to your survival: Defensive shooting and personal security. Being a good "marksman" is not enough, and lacking solid defensive shooting and personal security skills may get you killed.
Our Defensive Shooting course focuses on developing the core fundamental skills necessary for surviving dynamic critical incidents where employing your firearm may be required, as well as how to avoid potential confrontations using proven situational awareness techniques. This training will elevate your proficiency and confidence to a level far beyond the average armed citizen, and significantly increase your chances of surviving any violent encounter. Whether you're an experienced shooter, or you've recently joined the ranks of responsibly armed Americans, this course is designed to take you to the next level in armed personal defense.
In this 8-hour class you will learn numerous subjects that are not covered in the basic handgun class, including how to retrain your body to react under stress, developing speed and accuracy, using cover and concealment, defensive shooting vs marksmanship, and much more. We also cover State laws you must know before you even consider using a firearm for self-defense. Carrying a gun without a comprehensive understanding of these laws could land you in jail! Knowing them could save your life and protect your future.
Topics Include:
This seminar is open to all Tennessee residents who are legally eligible to own a firearm. Class size is limited and registration is required. Complete and submit the Registration form to pre-register for this course. We will contact you with information for the next available class.
Cost: Regular: $100 / Limited Time Special: $75
Course Instructor:
Our chief instructor for all courses is certified by both the NRA and the Tennessee Department of Safety, and is a former veteran law enforcement officer who trained police officers, deputy sheriffs, state troopers, EMT's, and other first responders how to assess and survive potentially violent encounters.
Be sure to sign up for a class HERE, and follow our blog for tips and strategies to help you stay safe.
*Note: This is not a permit class. This course goes above and beyond what is taught in the state-mandated gun safety class required for the Handgun Carry Permit. We are happy to refer you to local training schools who can assist you in obtaining your permit.
Our Defensive Shooting course focuses on developing the core fundamental skills necessary for surviving dynamic critical incidents where employing your firearm may be required, as well as how to avoid potential confrontations using proven situational awareness techniques. This training will elevate your proficiency and confidence to a level far beyond the average armed citizen, and significantly increase your chances of surviving any violent encounter. Whether you're an experienced shooter, or you've recently joined the ranks of responsibly armed Americans, this course is designed to take you to the next level in armed personal defense.
In this 8-hour class you will learn numerous subjects that are not covered in the basic handgun class, including how to retrain your body to react under stress, developing speed and accuracy, using cover and concealment, defensive shooting vs marksmanship, and much more. We also cover State laws you must know before you even consider using a firearm for self-defense. Carrying a gun without a comprehensive understanding of these laws could land you in jail! Knowing them could save your life and protect your future.
Topics Include:
- Laws relating to armed personal defense and the use of deadly force
- Mental preparedness: Developing a Defensive Mindset
- Escalation of force
- The aftermath of employing deadly force
- Concealed Vs Open Carry
- Firearm considerations for home and personal defense
- Developing superior defensive shooting skills (rather than focusing on marksmanship)
- Techniques to increase speed and accuracy when drawing, acquiring the target, and firing
- Weapon retention
- Cover and concealment
- Tactics for armed encounters
- And much more
This seminar is open to all Tennessee residents who are legally eligible to own a firearm. Class size is limited and registration is required. Complete and submit the Registration form to pre-register for this course. We will contact you with information for the next available class.
Cost: Regular: $100 / Limited Time Special: $75
Course Instructor:
Our chief instructor for all courses is certified by both the NRA and the Tennessee Department of Safety, and is a former veteran law enforcement officer who trained police officers, deputy sheriffs, state troopers, EMT's, and other first responders how to assess and survive potentially violent encounters.
Be sure to sign up for a class HERE, and follow our blog for tips and strategies to help you stay safe.
*Note: This is not a permit class. This course goes above and beyond what is taught in the state-mandated gun safety class required for the Handgun Carry Permit. We are happy to refer you to local training schools who can assist you in obtaining your permit.