Archangel Tactics and Training LLC
Instructor # 3995650 | Archangel Tactics and Training LLC
Certified with the USCCA since 4/7/2024
Certification Renewal Date 4/7/2027
USCCA Certifications
- Concealed Carry & Home Defense
- DPP
- Women's Handgun & Self-Defense
- Countering the Mass Shooter
My Biography
Archangel Tactics and Training LLC was founded on a simple belief: as a father, I have a responsibility to protect and provide for my family. I am their first responder, their protector, and ultimately responsible for being prepared when they need me most. That same commitment to preparedness, responsibility, and protection is at the heart of everything we do.
Based in Arizona, Archangel Tactics and Training LLC provides practical, real-world training designed to help individuals and families develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence necessary to respond effectively in an emergency.
Our training includes Concealed Carry, Stop the Bleed, Women’s Self-Defense, and Defensive Shooting, with an emphasis on safety, sound judgment, and responsible decision-making.
Our instructors bring a diverse range of professional experience, including military, law enforcement, firearms instruction, and medical backgrounds. They hold certifications through organizations including the USCCA, NRA, and FLETC, bringing professional experience and a commitment to quality instruction to every course we offer.
At Archangel Tactics and Training, our mission is simple: to help you be prepared to protect yourself, your loved ones, and those who depend on you.
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This introductory course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively use a pistol-mounted optic. Topics include optic selection and setup, zeroing procedures, sight acquisition, presentation techniques, target transitions, and common performance issues. Through a combination of classroom instruction and live-fire exercises, students will develop a solid foundation for integrating a red dot sight into their defensive, duty, or recreational shooting practices.
This class covers everything you'll need to know to apply for an Arizona Concealed Carry Weapons Permit.
It covers the laws you need to know, methods of carry and different strategies to stay safe. It also includes live, role-playing scenarios during the Use of Force portion that will better prepare you for a deadly force encounter.
Class fee also includes fingerprinting and application package.
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SHOULD I SHOOT? THE LEGAL USE OF DEADLY FORCE
Archangel Tactics and Training LLC
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Wheelchair Accessible
Sat, Aug. 22, 2026
4:00:08 PM to 6:00:08 PM
FREE
Archangel Tactics and Training LLC 3635 N 296th Dr Buckeye, AZ 85396
In-Class Time
2 Hour(s)
17DAYS
2HRS
1MINS
0SECS
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9 seats remaining
What You'll Learn
When navigating the world of self-defense, it's not enough to know how to defend ourselves, but when.
When can I use force?
How much force?
Reasonable vs unreasonable
When do I have to stop?
How to deescalate
This course provides answers to those concerns and much more. You'll walk away with the knowledge needed to ensure that after surviving a critical incident, you also survive the legal battle.
With so many different choices available, selecting the right gun for self-defense and carry can be a daunting task. This classes explains the differences between several types of guns, their pros and cons. You'll be able to safely handle many different types of handguns so YOU decide what's best for you, not the gun store clerk. You will learn:
Universal safety rules Safely loading, unloading and clearing different handguns Handgun ammunition Malfunction clearing and more!
The USCCA’s Defensive Pistol Program (DPP) is a comprehensive course designed to help participants develop essential defensive shooting skills using both live-fire and dry-fire training methods. The program focuses on both objective- and perfor¬mance-based training. Utilizing motor learning and skill-acquisition science, DPP en¬sures participants are equipped with the knowledge and practical experience needed to effectively use a pistol in a defensive context.
This live-fire program is designed to introduce responsible gun owners to the safe handling and effective use of a pistol while developing essential defensive shoot¬ing skills to be used in a concealed carry and/or home-defense context.
Main lecture topics include: Understanding defensive context Probability and self defense data Home defense considerations Ammunition and ballistics Concealed carry considerations
Range (dry and live fire) topics: Session 1: Fundamentals of Defensive Marksmanship Session 2: Presentation From Concealment Session 3: The Balance of Speed & Precision Session 4: Defensive Response Session 5: Malfunctions & Single-Handed Shooting
This program is designed for new pistol owners, the novice, and even experienced gun owners who wish to learn about concealed carry and defensive use of their handgun. If you have not taken a concealed carry type course, this is a great way to start! The adaptable/adjustable curriculum for this course is molded to the attendee’s skill development compared to a curriculum based approach.
The course is broken up into short, frequent training sessions. The first one is the Main Lecture classroom presentation of approx. 2 to 2.5hours. The remaining 5 sessions are 4 hours each. Maximum class size is 8 people, which means you get a lot more individualized attention. The DPP course can be completed in 5 days back-to-back, or it can be spread out over 5 weeks, one day a week.
This class teaches the fundamentals of developing and conducting a safe, effective firearms training program at home. Students will learn how to establish a structured training plan, select appropriate training tools, and incorporate practical training methods to maintain and improve their skills between range sessions.
The course also introduces the fundamentals of defensive shooting, including stance, grip, draw, presentation, sight alignment, trigger control, and follow-up techniques.
Students will have the opportunity to utilize training technologies such as SIRT pistols and virtual range systems to reinforce proper techniques and maintain proficiency when live-fire range time is unavailable.
Whether you are looking to supplement your regular range practice or develop a more consistent training routine, this class provides practical tools and methods to help you train safely and effectively at home.
Test Day for PREVAIL Concealed Carry Course. Shoot as many times as you want to achieve the highest level you can! White, tan, grey, green or brown.
Black is a separate Day and test.
This course is designed for new shooters and those with limited experience who want to learn the foundational skills needed to safely and effectively use a handgun for personal defense.
Whether you are new to firearms, recently purchased a defensive pistol, or simply want a solid starting point before moving into more advanced training, this class builds the essential knowledge, skills, and mindset required for responsible defensive handgun use.
What You Will Learn
Safe gun handling and range safety
Proper grip, stance, sight alignment, and trigger control
Defensive shooting fundamentals at realistic distances
Drawing from a holster (open or concealed)
Basic reloads and malfunction clearance
Ready positions and defensive mindset
Who This Class Is For
New or relatively inexperienced shooters Individuals preparing for concealed carry Anyone seeking a strong foundation in defensive pistol skills
Prerequisites
No prior formal training is required, but students should be familiar with the basic operation of their handgun. If you have never fired a handgun before, we recommend taking a basic pistol familiarization course first.
What to Bring
A reliable semi-automatic pistol or revolver suitable for defensive use
Strong-side holster and sturdy belt (outside-the-waistband preferred for this class)
At least 2–3 magazines (or speedloaders)
Eye and ear protection
150–250 rounds of quality ammunition (exact count will be confirmed upon registration)
Comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes
By the end of this course, you will have a solid foundation in safe handling, fundamental defensive marksmanship, and the core skills needed to continue progressing in defensive pistol training.