Kim Harris
Instructor # 716333 | SweetShots Self Defense (See Facebook)
Certified with the USCCA since 8/3/2020
Certification Renewal Date 8/3/2027
USCCA Certifications
- Range Safety Officer
- Concealed Carry & Home Defense
- Women's Handgun & Self-Defense
- Countering the Mass Shooter
- Emergency & First Aid
My Biography
My passion is to help women and senior citizens to be their own first responder. As groups, women and seniors are at a disadvantage when it comes to violent attacks. I have a strong commitment to law enforcement, but also understand that they cannot be there the moment you need to be protected. Officers arrive in minutes, when many deadly encounters end in seconds. My goal is to teach RESPONSIBLE gun ownership, Universal Safety, Situational Awareness, Personal and Home Security plans. I am passionate about gun rights and work to protect our 2nd Ammendment at the state level. Please read my reviews and let me know if you have any questions. I would love to help you to become a safe and responsible gun owner.
- private school teacher for 14 years *daycare owner for over 12 years
- I can come to your place of buisness or church for the classroom portion and we use Styxx River Range for Range time. *Note ; Countering The Mass Shooter Threat and Emergency First Aid Fundamentals are not shooting classes. When taking a live fire class, you MUST consistently demonstrate Universal safety (which we will teach and practice thoroughly in the classroom with dummy rounds) before you will be allowed on the firing line.
Request a Class
RETURNING STUDENTS GET A $50 DISCOUNT IF CLASS IS TAKEN WITH 2 MONTHS OF THE PREVIOUS CLASS.
Class Description SAFETY NOTICE: ALL GUNS MUST ARRIVE UNLOADED AND THE SLIDE LOCKED BACK OR WITH AN EMPTY CHAMBER FLAG IN THE BARREL. GUNS MUST BE IN A HOLSTER OR CARRYING CASE. NO HANDLING YOUR GUN UNTIL IT HAS BEEN CHECKED BY THE INSTRUCTOR. NO PICKING UP YOUR GUN UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO.
Ladies must SUCCESSFULLY complete the Basic firearms portion and intermediate classes to ensure readiness to move to the next level. If you have not had a basic and intermediate class, please do those first. This class is fast moving and intense and not for those who don't regularly shoot. **ALWAYS WEAR A HIGH NECK SHIRT AND BALL CAP TO KEEP HOT BRASS OUT OF YOUR SHIRT, shoes must cover your entire foot. A HOLSTER and extra magazine (or speed loader for a revolver). These are ALL REQUIRED for everyone's safety. Anyone not following these directions will be removed from the firing line. SAFETY COMES FIRST
Class Description will depend on the class your group asks for. Below is a description of all of USCCA'S Women's classes.
SAFETY NOTICE: ALL GUNS MUST ARRIVE UNLOADED AND THE SLIDE LOCKED BACK OR WITH AN EMPTY CHAMBER FLAG IN THE BARREL. GUNS MUST BE IN A HOLSTER OR CARRYING CASE. NO HANDLING YOUR GUN UNTIL IT HAS BEEN CHECKED BY THE INSTRUCTOR. NO PICKING UP YOUR GUN UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO. We will always begin with Universal Safety.
REQUIRED:
- HIGH NECK SHIRT that will help prevent a hot casing from going down your shirt. A ballcap (helps protect your face). *IMPACT RESISTANT SAFETY GLASSES *HEARING PROTECTION (the type you insert in your ear, Shooting earmuffs or electronic earmuffs.) ELECTRONIC EARMUFFS for shooting are best because they protect from gunshot sounds while still allowing you to hear the instructor. SHOES THAT COMPLETELY COVER YOUR FOOT Please do not forfeit your class by failing to come with the appropriate gear. If you have ANY questions, please call me AHEAD OF TIME. ALL SAFETY GEAR LISTED ABOVE IS REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE.
Class Description depends on the class your group asks for and is qualified for. Minimum class size to get the $100 per student rate is 6 people.
THIS IS NOT A LIVE FIRE CLASS. WE WILL BE USING DUMMY AMMO.
SAFETY NOTICE: ALL GUNS MUST ARRIVE UNLOADED AND THE SLIDE LOCKED BACK OR WITH AN EMPTY CHAMBER FLAG IN THE BARREL. GUNS MUST BE IN A HOLSTER OR CARRYING CASE. NO HANDLING YOUR GUN UNTIL IT HAS BEEN CHECKED BY THE INSTRUCTOR. NO PICKING UP YOUR GUN UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO.
This ladies BASIC class will teach you Universal SAFETY Proper Grip Sight Alignment Eye dominance Trigger press Recoil management Ammo Selection
Class Description SAFETY NOTICE: ALL GUNS MUST ARRIVE UNLOADED AND THE SLIDE LOCKED BACK OR WITH AN EMPTY CHAMBER FLAG IN THE BARREL. GUNS MUST BE IN A HOLSTER OR CARRYING CASE. NO HANDLING YOUR GUN UNTIL IT HAS BEEN CHECKED BY THE INSTRUCTOR. NO PICKING UP YOUR GUN UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO.
Minimum of 6 participants required. If your group is larger than 6, we will have 6 ladies at a time in the firing line.
Class Description SAFETY NOTICE: ALL GUNS MUST ARRIVE UNLOADED AND THE SLIDE LOCKED BACK OR WITH AN EMPTY CHAMBER FLAG IN THE BARREL. GUNS MUST BE IN A HOLSTER OR CARRYING CASE. NO HANDLING YOUR GUN UNTIL IT HAS BEEN CHECKED BY THE INSTRUCTOR. NO PICKING UP YOUR GUN UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO.
We will review Universal safety. Each student must demonstrate Universal safety with an UNLOADED firearm drawing from the holster until you are proficient. Then we will move to loading our firearms and drawing from concealment slowly with each step broken down and putting rounds on target. Anyone failing to demonstrate Universal safety will not be able to be on live firing line. You will advance as your skills are applicable.
Class Description SAFETY NOTICE: ALL GUNS MUST ARRIVE UNLOADED AND THE SLIDE LOCKED BACK OR WITH AN EMPTY CHAMBER FLAG IN THE BARREL. GUNS MUST BE IN A HOLSTER OR CARRYING CASE. NO HANDLING YOUR GUN UNTIL IT HAS BEEN CHECKED BY THE INSTRUCTOR. NO PICKING UP YOUR GUN UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO.
This is for those USCCA Members who have earned their level 1 or 2 patches. YOU MUST HAVE SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED at least a Beginner Firearms class that included LIVE FIRE and present proof from any CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR. We will review Universal Safety and you must be able to demonstrate proper grip and Universal safety before proceeding to the firing line. If you have not learned to keep your gun pointed at the target at all times and your finger OFF the trigger and out of the trigger guard until the command has been given to shoot, you will not be allowed to go to the firing line. Any safety violations would result in removal from the class. We will learn and practice Emergency reloads, Tactical reloads, clearing malfunctions. These type drills are not allowed on the regular range. We will be on an instructor range and you must be with a Certified firearms instructor to use this range. PLEASE CALL 251-979-9575 TO REQUEST A DATE.
Class Description SAFETY NOTICE: ALL GUNS MUST ARRIVE UNLOADED AND THE SLIDE LOCKED BACK OR WITH AN EMPTY CHAMBER FLAG IN THE BARREL. GUNS MUST BE IN A HOLSTER OR CARRYING CASE. NO HANDLING YOUR GUN UNTIL IT HAS BEEN CHECKED BY THE INSTRUCTOR. NO PICKING UP YOUR GUN UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO.
Private training based on your needs. We will discuss length of time etc when you call to request a date and time. For any DEFENSIVE classes you must pass a basic class first. This would include proper grip, Universal Safety.
Class Description SAFETY NOTICE: ALL GUNS MUST ARRIVE UNLOADED AND THE SLIDE LOCKED BACK OR WITH AN EMPTY CHAMBER FLAG IN THE BARREL. GUNS MUST BE IN A HOLSTER OR CARRYING CASE. NO HANDLING YOUR GUN UNTIL IT HAS BEEN CHECKED BY THE INSTRUCTOR. NO PICKING UP YOUR GUN UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO.
Universal safety Proper Grip Sight alignment Trigger press Clearing malfunctions as well as DRY FIRE (UNLOADED GUNS) scenarios to see how quickly you can draw from concealment and get your sights on target. These drills are eye opening! The shooting portion of this class does not draw from the holster. That is a more advanced class.
WELCOME! This class is taught by women for women in a secure, friendly atmosphere for all ages, shapes and sizes! You are worth protecting and it is your job to be RESPONSIBLY armed. As women, we understand the issues and concerns about self defense that women face. We all started as beginners and we want to help you to become your own first responder. As much as we love police officers, they cannot be carried in our pocket. They arrive in minutes when seconds count. Price listed includes the classroom rental, range fee, eye protection, hearing protection, targets and a dummy round to take home. The class fee MUST BE PREPAID TO RESERVE your spot. Class fees are not refundable. Your fee reserves 1 seat in class for the specified date only. NOTE: You do not need a pistol permit BUT you must be able by law to be part of any firearms class. Felonies, restraining orders, drugs prohibit you from handling firearms. CLASS FEE IS NOT REFUNDABLE. AN EFFORT WILL BE MADE TO RESCHEDULE TO THE NEXT CLASS OF THE SAME CURRICULUM FOR TRUE EMERGENCIES.
Class size is limited NOTE: THIS CLASS IS HELD AT DIFFERENT LOCATIONS FOR CLASS TIME. THE ADDRESS LISTED IS THE RANGE ADDRESS. THE CLASS WILL START ELSEWHERE. YOUR INSTRUCTOR WILL PROVIDE THE ADDRESS. This class covers Universal safety, Proper grip, Sight alignment, Eye dominance, Trigger press, ammo selection, loading magazines and Recoil management This is the 1st class of the women's firearm classes written by Beth Alcazar. Beth will be on video in the curriculum, but not in the classroom. Your instructor is Kim Harris. This is a great class for those who are new to shooting or needing a refresher. If you have not shot your gun in 6 months-1 year you need this refresher. The classroom portion and PowerPoint will be followed by LIVE FIRE AT THE RANGE. This is not a simulator class. You need live fire to learn recoil management and a simulator cannot produce true recoil due to lack of gunpowder. The lessons in this class are your required building blocks for future classes and preparing for your self defense and safety. Please wear appropriate range clothing, no matter the season; *Hearing and eye protection (check with your instructor to see if they are provided or you need your own). *high neck shirt. No low cut shirts. *shoes that cover your entire foot and provide a stable stance. *YOU MUST PROVIDE YOUR OWN GUN AND STORE BOUGHT AMMO. NO RELOADED AMMO.
RETURNING STUDENTS GET A $50 DISCOUNT IF TAKEN WITHIN 2 MONTHS OF PREVIOUS CLASS.
Class Description SAFETY NOTICE: ALL GUNS MUST ARRIVE UNLOADED AND THE SLIDE LOCKED BACK OR WITH AN EMPTY CHAMBER FLAG IN THE BARREL. GUNS MUST BE IN A HOLSTER OR CARRYING CASE. NO HANDLING YOUR GUN UNTIL IT HAS BEEN CHECKED BY THE INSTRUCTOR. NO PICKING UP YOUR GUN UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO.
THIS IS A 2 DAY CLASS.
This class is great for those who want an all encompassing class from firearm models, how ammunition functions and ammo choice, home security, personal security, situational awareness, AL self defense law and more! A NON REFUNDABLE deposit of $50 must be paid upon reserving your spot for the class. Balance due upon arrival for the class. If something happens and you cannot make it the 1st date scheduled you will be able to reschedule for a class date within 30 days of the date originally scheduled.
We go through the full AL Gun Law as well as discuss changes to the existing law that HB6 endeavors to change. This Bill has been pre-filed for next House session by Represenative Shane Stringer. You also learn how to use the Alabama Legislature sight to follow Bills and see what is happening in the Alabama Statehouse. We also cover the Universal safe handling for firearms using prop guns. THIS CLASS MUST BE PRE-PAID TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT. We are currently using the Zelle App for payments.(NON REFUNDABLE) If something happens that you cannot make your class date you will be rescheduled to the next available date.
THIS IS A GREAT CLASS FOR LADIES GROUPS !! I offer Sunday afternoon classes for those ladies/teen Bible study or church groups. We can also arrange a Wednesday night class. Just give me a call.
ALL CLASS DETAILS ARE LISTED, IF YOU NEED FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CALL OR TEXT rather than asking for an email. Thank you for your understanding.
In this class we will discuss current local and statewide crimes, how to avoid and escape violent encounters, the best places to sit or hangout when out and about, where to park and where to avoid, what self defense tools may interest you and the next steps after choosing your self defense options. This is a great class for ladies who realize that we can't carry a police officer in our pocket and must learn to make wise choices. Those choices cannot be effectively made during an attack. You must plan ahead and think it through before being faced with a violent encounter. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
You will put the classroom materials you learned in previous classes and range time you have already completed into practice with real life type scenarios. This class includes drawing from concealment and rapid fire. You MUST have completed an intermediate class with me AND demonstrate Universal safety CONSISTENTLY to participate in these drills.
DUE TO THIS BEING A MONTHLY MEETING, PLEASE DO NOT PAY ATTENTION TO HOW MANY SPOTS ARE AVAILABLE. SOME PEOPLE SIGN UP AT THE RANGE.
The first class ONLY Feb 12, 2022 is FREE THEREAFTER IT IS $40
Does your husband make your nervous trying to teach you This? Don't feel bad, this is normal Some ladies learn better from another lady.
This is a monthly class. Fee listed is per class. Students provide their own gun, ammo, hearing and eye protection required. We begin Jan 8th with Women's Basic handgun and will progress monthly into intermediate and Defensive. We also do scenario training with live fire. PLEASE OR TEXT 251-979-9575 for class availability because some people will sign up at the range and not be noted here immediately.
Do you have a physical disability? Arthritis, back problems, in a wheelchair? I can help you develop a personal protection plan. You can defend your life with a firearm. As part of a class $100 Private one on one class $150
This is a description of the changes Constitutional Carry made to current Alabama Law. Alabama's Constitutional Carry will become effective January 1, 2023
This class covers the changes to Alabama's current gun law as well as Legal Use of force. You will need to provide the name and email for anyone who will view this with you.
This class covers the changes to Alabama's current gun law as well as Legal Use of force. You will need to provide the name and email for anyone who will view this with you.
Class Description SAFETY NOTICE: ALL GUNS MUST ARRIVE UNLOADED AND THE SLIDE LOCKED BACK OR WITH AN EMPTY CHAMBER FLAG IN THE BARREL. GUNS MUST BE IN A HOLSTER OR CARRYING CASE. NO HANDLING YOUR GUN UNTIL IT HAS BEEN CHECKED BY THE INSTRUCTOR. NO PICKING UP YOUR GUN UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO.
We will discuss how you can be more proactive in your situational awareness, things you can do to secure your home or apartment as well as some personal items you can wear to call for help or using features every cellphone has to send SOS messages.
YOU MAY REQUEST A CLASS DATE NOT LISTED AND I WILL SEE IF I CAN WORK IT OUT.
THIS CLASS INCLUDES YOUR RANGE FEE.
YOU MUST DRESS APPROPRIATELY FOR SAFETY NO REFUNDS FOR FAILING TO ADHERE TO SAFETY RULES. *Wear a top that does not expose your chest area and can prevent a hot casing from going down your shirt. A shirt that covers your collarbone.
- NO sandles or flip flips. Shoes must completely cover your foot.
- A ballcap is preferred *eye protection glasses *hearing protection. Can be foam or rubber inserts for the ears or earmuffs from a sporting goods type store. *Bring your gun in a case or holster UNLOADED, SLIDE LOCKED BACK *50 BULLETS (AKA ROUNDS) *2 magazines preferred *NO refunds for no shows. I will try to reschedule you for a future class if an emergency arises that prevents your attendance. Classes are prepaid.
This is a charity event to help a family with an emergency child adoption. They must raise attorney fees before Dec. 8th. This is basically a buy 1 get one free class. If you register for this class at $50 (this is $20 range fee and $30 directly to the adoption) you will get the Women's Intermediate class for $20 (just to cover the range fee). This is a $285 value for $70 total.
This class is for those who realize they need to learn to defend themselves but are not yet comfortable with handling a loaded gun. You will learn firearms Universal safety, a basic view of how they function, proper grip, trigger press, sight alignment, how to load a magazine, racking the slide, range rules, and commands so that you can go to your range and practice without fear of embarrassment from not knowing the rules and what the commands mean.
HANDGUNS ONLY/NO RIFLES
PLEASE NOTE: MICHAEL MARTIN DOES NOT APPEAR IN PERSON. HE WROTE THE CURRICULUM.
Needed supplies for class use will be supplied. As always with any type of Gun handling, the Universal Safety rules will be taught and required to be followed in this class. All you need to bring is your phone (for take home help), your gun and a drink with a lid if you choose. ONLY ONE HANDGUN PER PERSON ALLOWED. *ALL GUNS MUST COME INTO THE BUILDING UNLOADED, SLIDE LOCKED BACK AND MAGAZINE REMOVED.
ABSOLUTELY NO AMMUNITION IS ALLOWED IN THE BUILDING REGISTER by TEXTING YOUR FIRST AND LAST NAME AND EMAIL ADDRESS TO 251-979-9575. PAYMENTS ARE ACCEPTED BY ZELLE OR CASH ONLY. If paying cash, you pay at Wellness Studios and receive a receipt.
