In this course you will:

1. Understand the mindset and responsibilities of firearm ownership and carrying.

2. Understand the basic concepts of the egal use of force for using a firearm in PA

3. Be familiar with different types of firearms and equipment (holsters, magazines, optics, and more).

4. Safely and confidently operate your personal firearm in live-fire drills.

5. Leave with the confidence of being a responsibly armed American. 

Students are required to bring:

1. A License to Carry a Firearm - If you do not have one contact us prior to course attendance

2. Personal firearm and manual (clean and in working order)

3. Holster or case for secure transport. Holster will be used during class if brought. This holster is REQUIRED to be an OWB, on-the-waistband, meaning attached to the belt. 

4. At least 3 magazines 

5. Ammunition - 200-250 rounds

6. Ear and eye protection (electronic muffs recommended)

7. Closed-toe shoes (boots or sturdy sneakers)

8. Sturdy belt capable of supporting a holster

9. Range-appropriate attire (long pants, no low-cut shirts; brimmed hat recommended)

10. Notebook, pen, water bottle, snack/packed lunch and gloves for range work.

11. Gun Cleaning Equipment

In this course you will:

1. Enhance your firearm safety

2. Develop intermediate marksmanship skills

3. Establish defensive shooting techniques

4. Be introduced to shooting on the move

5. Learn how to rectify firearm malfunctions

6. Perform emergency and tactical reloads

7. Understand post-self-defense-incident responsibilities

8. Be better prepared for carrying concealed

Prerequisites 

• Successful completion of Pistol I or proof of equivalent training. Contact with questions about if a course you've taken might qualify.

• Qualifying courses include the NRA Basic Pistol / USCCA CCHDF / Any Level 1 Pistol Course from a reputable firearms training company or Law Enforcement agency

Students are required to bring

1. License to Carry a Firearm

2. Personal firearm (clean and in working order)

3. Holster, IWB/OWB. No belly bands allowed in group classes.

4. At least 3 magazines and 1 magazine holster.

5. Ammunition - 250-400 rounds

6. Ear and eye protection (electronic muffs recommended)

7. Closed-toe shoes (boots or sturdy sneakers)

8. Sturdy belt capable of supporting a holster

9. Range-appropriate attire (long pants, no low-cut shirts; brimmed hat recommended)

10. Notebook, pen, water bottle, snack/packed lunch and gloves for range work

In this course you will:

1. Shoot while moving (forward, rearward, lateral, oblique) and manage recoil, cadence, and accuracy on the move.

2. Identify and prioritize multiple threats, execute rapid target transitions, and apply threat-discrimination standards.

3. Use cover and concealment effectively; slice angles, manage exposure, and move between positions.

4. Perform reloads and malfunction clearances on the move and under time pressure.

5. Apply throttle control (speed vs. precision) and manage accountability for every round.

6. Communicate, reposition, and safely break contact when appropriate.

Prerequisites:

• Successful completion of Pistol 2

Students are required to bring

1. License to carry a firearm

2. Personal firearm (clean and in working order)

3. Holster. IWB/OWB/Battle Belt are all acceptable. No belly bands are allowed in group courses. 

4. At least 3 magazines and at least 1 magazine holster.

5. Ammunition 400 rounds minimum

6. Ear and eye protection (electronic muffs recommended)

7. Closed-toe shoes (boots or sturdy sneakers)

8. Sturdy belt capable of supporting a holster

9. Range-appropriate attire (long pants, no low-cut shirts; brimmed hat recommended)

10. Notebook, pen, water bottle, snack/packed lunch and gloves for range work.