Jerry Ostapowicz

Pre-Requisite to apply for a Permit to Carry a Pistol & Revolver in CT and 33 other states where the CT Permit is reciprocated. Cost of the class is $150.00. $50 deposit is required to hold a seat for the class. Balance to be paid in Cash when arriving for the course. This class consists of both classroom and range time. We will be performing live fire at the range. Your instructor will explain everything you will need to know regarding the range portion at the beginning of class. DO NOT bring a firearm or ammunition. These will be provided for you along with eye and ear protection.

Intro to Defensive Pistol Skills Class Cost: $150 Total A deposit is required to reserve your seat, with the remaining $100 due at the start of class. Ready to build confidence, improve your skills, and learn in a safe, supportive environment? This course is the perfect starting point for newer shooters, recent pistol permit graduates, or anyone who just purchased their first handgun and wants real-world, practical training. This isn’t just standing in a lane shooting at paper all day — this course is designed to help you become comfortable, confident, and responsible with your firearm in a hands-on learning environment. What You’ll Learn: • Firearm safety — always our #1 priority • Proper holster use, drawing, and safe re-holstering • Different methods of concealed carry • Defensive shooting fundamentals vs. target-style marksmanship • Close-range defensive shooting techniques • Various shooting positions and practical drills • Gear setup guidance (holsters, magazines, carry positions, etc.) • Drills designed to improve consistency, confidence, and accuracy Why Take This Course? This class was specifically created for the newer or less experienced shooter and is one of the best “next step” courses after completing your pistol permit class. Many people buy their first firearm before really knowing what works best for them — and many believe spending hours at a static range automatically builds defensive shooting skills. This course helps bridge that gap with practical instruction and valuable training you can actually apply. Bonus: We offer FREE handgun rentals during class so you can try different pistols before making your first purchase. It’s a great way to learn what feels right for you before investing in your own firearm. High-Value Training Without the High Price Our goal is simple: make quality training accessible, informative, and enjoyable while helping responsible gun owners build confidence safely. We look forward to training with you and helping you take the next step in your firearms journey!

COURSE FEE: $200

$100 deposit due at registration — remaining $100 due at the beginning of class.

The Concealed Defensive Pistol — Practical Skills Course is specifically designed for responsible armed citizens who currently carry, or plan to carry, a concealed pistol for personal protection. This course is intended to take students beyond static range practice and introduce practical skills that can be applied to the realities of carrying a defensive pistol in everyday life.

The right to carry a firearm comes with a serious responsibility. Responsible concealed carry requires more than simply owning a firearm or practicing on a static target. It requires a commitment to safety, proficiency, sound judgment, and continued training.

This is a Basic-to-Intermediate level course. Students must have a solid understanding of how their pistol operates and must place firearm safety above all else.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

The course focuses on developing practical concealed-carry skills through structured live-fire drills and realistic training exercises. Students will work with their actual concealed-carry equipment and everyday clothing whenever possible.

Training will focus on:

Safe and efficient presentation of the pistol from concealment Developing accuracy and consistency while working from concealment Safe firearm manipulation Defensive pistol fundamentals Efficient movement and positioning Shooting while managing realistic movement and environmental considerations Decision-making and maintaining control during a defensive encounter Applying fundamental pistol skills in realistic defensive training scenarios Developing the ability to safely and effectively access and present a defensive pistol when circumstances require it

The primary emphasis of the course is the ability to quickly, accurately, and safely place effective shots on target from concealment, while maintaining control and adhering to safe firearm-handling practices.

REQUIRED PERMIT / TRAINING QUALIFICATION

Students must meet one of the following requirements:

Possess a valid Connecticut Pistol Permit; OR Possess a firearms training certificate from Practical Defense Training or another reputable firearms training agency or instructor. REQUIRED FIREARM & EQUIPMENT

Students are required to arrive properly equipped for the course.

Firearm & Carry Equipment:

Defensive pistol Quality concealed Kydex holster — IWB, OWB, AIWB, or Duty Rig/Open Carry for Law Enforcement NO flimsy nylon or cloth holsters NO BLACKHAWK! SERPA holsters Minimum of 3 magazines Magazine/loading-device pouches, magazine carriers, or equivalent Ammunition dump pouch — optional Sturdy gun belt at least 1.5 inches wide 300 rounds of appropriate ammunition

Your equipment should be appropriate for the way you actually intend to carry. The firearm must be securely supported, and the holster must properly protect the trigger guard and retain the firearm.

CLOTHING & FOOTWEAR

This is a concealed defensive pistol course, so students should train in clothing that realistically represents their everyday environment.

Required:

Long pants Clothing appropriate for the expected weather conditions Long-sleeve shirt, hoodie, or jacket when appropriate for cold-weather training Sturdy footwear suitable for movement and turning Footwear should provide good ankle support

NO loose belts or sagging/loose-fitting pants.

NO sweatpants.

Students should arrive dressed appropriately for physical activity and movement while maintaining the ability to safely carry and access their firearm.

EYE & HEARING PROTECTION

Students are required to have appropriate personal protective equipment:

Wraparound protective eyewear with polycarbonate lenses OR Non-shattering prescription safety glasses Earmuffs and/or earplugs TRAINING SUPPLIES

Students should also bring:

• Black Sharpie marker
• Notebook
• Pen for taking notes

Cancellation Policy: Crosspoint PDT allows cancellations up to 1 week prior to scheduled class date. NO REFUNDS are given after the 1-week period. If cancellations occur after 1 week, students may elect to attend a class at a future date. NO REFUNDS for NO SHOWS.

All too often, first time gun owners find themselves with no viable training opportunity, other than target practice on a public range. For some, that experience can be intimidating and often counter-productive. This clinic is designed to introduce beginner level shooters to proper range protocol, the safe operation of their personal firearm, and basic marksmanship. This is the next best thing to private, one-on-one instruction, for a fraction of the cost. Objectives: -Lots of individual attention

• Perform administrative loading and unloading procedures for selected firearms.
• safety -operations of a handgun -loading and unloading =Field stripping (disassembly) -cleaning
• Proper holding of a firearm
• Aiming

Cost: $150. deposit of $50 to register and balance to be paid in CASH only.

The total for this course is $250. The $100 is paid here is just the deposit and the remaining balance of $150 is due in class. There are no refunds. The deposit is transferable IF canceled within 7-days of the course date, no exceptions.

This course is for any person who plans to carry a concealed pistol or currently does carry a concealed pistol and has never taken a concealed carry class or hasn't done so in a while. If you carry or plan to carry a concealed pistol, it's your duty to educate yourself beyond just practicing at a static shooting range.

REQUIRED MATERIALS: -pistol -sturdy concealed carry holster (no trigger finger activated retention systems allowed, NO exceptions) -at least 3 magazines -magazines carriers to hold at least 2 magazines -400 rounds of ammunition (no rim-fired cartridges) -personal protective gear (eye/hearing protection) -cover garment. No "tactical" gear such as competition or duty belts, helmets, vests, plate carriers etc... allowed for this specific course. Remember, this is a CONCEALED defensive pistol course, dress like you do in your everyday life. -rain gear/bug spray/sun screen (if necessary)

We will be conducting drills that simulate many everyday life scenarios, to help you best prepare for a defensive encounter, God forbid.

If you do not have a gun or any gear yet, you can borrow ours for free.

REQUIRED: Must have a valid CT Pistol Permit, OR must have taken a class with us in the past and show us the certificate.

This course is conducted at an outdoor range and we will not cancel due to a rainy day.

Developing a personal & home protection plan is a key component of not only preparing for how we should (or might) react if confronted by a violent crime, but also how we might avoid violent crime in the first place. Within this lesson, Michael Martin explains that developing a protection plan is about much more than becoming proficient with a firearm or writing up a home invasion plan. It’s a plan that must encompass awareness, avoidance, and preparation, so that we’re less likely to find ourselves in a situation where we have no other option than to use our firearm, rather than more likely.

We all have our weaknesses when it comes to shooting firearms.. you’re looking to get some training ? Feel free to reach out to me so we can schedule a time to help you improve!

Any AR platform can be used for this class ... .22 cal , 9mm, or typical calibers223/556 , 300blkout

DETAILS: Students will learn firearm safety, zeroing-in sights, defensive rifle skills, clearing malfunctions, mindset, different ready positions, carry modes (single-point/double-point slings, basic defensive rifle skills. EXPERIENCE LEVEL: basic/beginner/intermediate REQUIRED MATERIALS: Rifle, sturdy sling, 3 magazines, magazine carriers, 200 rounds of ammunition (no rim-fired cartridges), personal protective gear. Any student who does not have a rifle or gear, can rent ours for a fee. COURSE PREREQUISITES: Must have a valid permit/license to carry.

This outdoor class builds on your foundational skills by introducing holster use, faster shooting techniques, and advanced safety protocols for dynamic environments. this class will begin at 9am -1pm

Pistol 3 (Advanced) This advanced-level course introduces dynamic movement, strategic decision-making, and complex shooting scenarios. It’s designed for students who are confident with fundamentals and ready for high-paced drills.

Be Informed By Our Experts – LIVE Q+A Included! After a self-defense incident, lawyers could take months to scrutinize decisions you had to make in seconds. That’s why NOW is the time to learn what you can and cannot do in the name of self-defense.

This is information every gun owner should know, whether you legally carry or if you keep a firearm at home.

Topics Covered Include: A comprehensive discussion about navigating the legal system as a responsible gun owner Understanding the threats you’ll face before, during, and after a self-defense incident Protecting your 2nd Amendment rights LIVE Q+A with real answers from our experts

Classes start at 6:00pm, students should arrive no later than 5:45pm for set up, safety and first aid briefing.

Prerequisites: All students must be able to successfully maintain all shooting safety fundamentals. Students should know and be able to perform all aspects of safe firearm handing, loading, and unloading, malfunction clearing. You should have a clear understanding of how and why your gun works as it does. THIS IS NOT A “FIRST TIME SHOOTING” OR WORKING FROM A HOLSTER CLASS!

All students must have ample experience working in and out of a holster from concealment. All students must know how to properly load/unload your pistol and clear all malfunctions. CUSTOMER REFUND REQUESTS OR CUSTOMER CANCELLATIONS

No Refunds unless we cancel the course.

If you have to cancel attending a course you are registered for you may opt to transfer to another course that has openings within the calendar year provided you give 7 days notice of the cancellation.

NO EXCEPTIONS

No-Call/No-Show: Participants who do not show to the event without prior 7 days' notice forfeit their deposit.