Ed Hollowell
Instructor # 526782 | Archangel Tactics & Training, LLC
Certified with the USCCA since 10/14/2024
Certification Renewal Date 10/14/2027
USCCA Certifications
- Concealed Carry & Home Defense
- DPP
My Biography
Ed has been an avid gun enthusiast since the early 2000’s, however, never received any 'training'! Then, in 2012 Ed started his training journey, primarily through Front Sight Firearms Training Institute. There he had taken many courses in pistol, basic through advanced (and earning distinguished graduate) as well as several rifle courses.
Ed’s background is primarily in medical, starting as an EMT in 1998, then becoming a firefighter, paramedic, as well as RN working in the ER, ICU, & Flight and now, as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner. Ed has also been in adult education for over 20 years and has taken that experience and applied it to firearms education to create a safe and fun learning environment! It also highlights how YOU can become a responsibly TRAINED and armed citizen!
Ed is Certified Instructor with the United States Concealed Carry Association (USCCA) & the National Rifle Association (NRA).
It's your RIGHT to carry a firearm. It’s a CHOICE to get training. Make the RIGHT CHOICE!
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This class covers the legalities of carrying a firearm in Arizona and everything you'll need to know to apply for an Arizona Concealed Carry Weapons Permit. Class fee also includes fingerprinting and application package. Fingerprinting is completed by an official notary so when you leave class, you will have everything needed to apply with DPS for your CCW permit.
Basic Pistol This course introduces the participant to 4 firearm safety rules, firearms operation, basic techniques, and drawing from the holster. It consists of a 6-hour live-fire session. 200 rounds of 9mm is also included!
It is very important to have good gear in order to maximize your performance in this class. A good gun-belt and kydex holsters and magazine pouch are highly recommended. If you're not sure, please reach out and we will be happy to make recommendations. If you'll need a rental, reach out so we can make arrangements.
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For many, the home is mistakenly considered an impenetrable fortress where guards can be let down and an awareness of surroundings is no longer necessary, but that is simply not the case. USCCA Home & Self-Defense Classes allow you to explore the importance of situational awareness through the color codes of awareness, how conflict avoidance benefits you at home, and how vital it is to be proactive versus the risks of living reactively.
Intermediate Defensive Pistol: This course will build upon the basic fundamentals and introduce off -line movement, after action movements, drawing and firing under time pressure, multiple threats, malfunctions, and much more. A fundamental understanding of the basics is REQUIRED! Defensive Pistol Program is prerequisite. If you are a shooter that feels you have the basics down, a test will be administered prior to course consisting of drawing from concealment under time pressure, malfunctions, and reload assessments. Failure to complete any components of the test will result in dismissal from the course. Any safety rule violations will result in automatic dismissal from the course.
We understand that large shooting classes aren't for everyone. Maybe you require more specialized attention to work on some issues with your shooting, or just prefer a private setting.
Private lessons are designed to address those concerns plus, they give you the flexibility of choosing your times and dates. They also allow you to choose how much training you get. Each hour of one-on-one training with Firearms Instructor Ed Hollowell, will ensure you become the best shooter you can be.
This course provides in class room discussion and videos about various elements of trauma care as related to firearms and the application of trauma care. Additionally, there are real world hands on stations for actual application of trauma care and medical equipment utilization! This course helps prepare you to handle an emergency situation related to firearms incidents and how to assess and provide care for an individual.
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-practice training methods. The program focuses on both objective and performance based training. Utilizing motor learning and skill-acquisition science, DPP ensures 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 practice 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 pistol owners, of all levels 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 meeting is a classroom lecture presentation of approx. 4 hours. The remaining 5 sessions are 4 hours each of live-fire training. Maximum class size is 10 people, which means you get a lot more individualized attention. The DPP course can be completed in 6 sessions over several days or weeks.
Cancellation Policy PLEASE READ: Students are required to cancel at least seven (7) days in advance of a class date. Cancellation of less than seven (7) days will result in forfeiture of credit. All cancellations greater than seven (7) days will receive credit towards their next course. There are NO REFUNDS for courses. Course participants will have 3 months to utilize credits from the original course date. If participant has not elected a course within the three (3) months, funds will be forfeited.
According to FBI statistics, 80% of shootings occur in low light environments. This course prepares you for just that, fighting and surviving a gunfight in the dark. Just having a light isn't enough; people aren't blinded by lights, they shoot at them. This is why you must learn the proper utilization techniques of light use, how to use the light as a weapon, off-lining, and shooting. This course is geared towards augmenting your confidence in your pistol-craft, even in the dark. Remember, rats like to come out at night!
The package includes: CCW, DPP, StB, & LLDP. ** Important** Course dates will follow each individual courses as already scheduled for 2026. When selecting this package, you will contact Archangel to select course dates that are listed.