DEFENSIVE PISTOL LEVEL 1
- Sat, Jun. 20, 2026
9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Sat, Jun. 20, 2026
- $150
- In-Class Time6 Hour(s)
- Range Time2 Hour(s)
What You'll Learn
(FREE $30.00 Book) The personal Protection Level 1 Course teaches the basic knowledge and skills, necessary to carry a concealed firearm for defensive personal protection. Level 1 is a curriculum that builds on the fundamentals taught in our BasicPistol Shooting Course. You should have a basic NRA, USCCA, Law Enforcement or military experience before taking this course of fire. If you feel you have the necessary experience please contact us.
Having taken one of the above courses we will build on your ability to apply these skills in a defensive context. As a citizen defenders you will have the knowledge and skills necessary to responsively carry a concealed firearm. Our Course is roughly 8 hours with a short lunch break. Topics to be covered: Firearm Safety, Basic Defensive Skills, Drawing from Concealment, Stoppage Remediation, Proper Mindset, Carry Modes and Pistol Concealment and much more. You will be required to furnish you own firearm and ammunition for this course. Completing this course of fire, you will have learned:
High level Shooting Fundamentals, including placing rounds on target accurately and without common handgun shooting errors like flinching, crushing or slapping the trigger.
Drawstroke from concealment placing your sights on targets quicker using weekly drills, live fire and scenario training.
Dynamic Firearm Positions to move with the firearm, drawing from the holster while maintaining proper Sight Alignment, Muzzle and Trigger Finger Awareness.
Immediate Actions to get a stopped firearm up and running as quickly as possible while maintaining 100% defensive awareness, including the ability to perform Tactical Reloads, Emergency Reloads, Soft Malfunctions, and Hard Malfunctions.
A complete system of Deterrence to communicate to a threat that you are a potentially lethal threat, this could prevent further engagement on the part of the bad guy
Cancellation Policy: Students are required to cancel at least 48 hours in advance of a class date in order to receive a full refund. Classes cancelled less than 48 hours before the class will not be refunded. Fee's can be applied to a future class. Contact ACT for additional class scheduling or assistance, if needed.
What We'll Teach
Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals
Lessons:
- Developing a Personal and Home Protection Plan
- Self-Defense Firearms Basics
- Shooting Fundamentals
- Gear and Gadgets
- The Legal Use of Force
- Violent Encounters and the Aftermath
- Basic and Advanced Skills
Other topics covered: Personal Safety, Handgun Safety, Handgun Fundamentals, Handgun Operation, Handgun Selection, Physiological Reactions to Violent Encounters
Over 1 million students have taken the U.S. Concealed Carry Association’s course offerings across the nation. Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals is a comprehensive classroom course for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense. If you are new to handguns, this is a great introduction to everything you need to know to start your self-protection journey.
This course is a complete guide to understanding the basics of firearms ownership, safety, and nomenclature, and how it applies to home- or self-defense. After this class, students will feel confident to act as their family’s first line of defense in the event of a home invasion or other critical incident.
Additional Notes from Your Instructor
Your instructor is a retired SLPD Tactical Team Leader (SWAT). Certified NRA and USCCA Instructor. Instructor has over 40 years of teaching and shooting experience.
Upcoming Class Dates for
Defensive Pistol Level 1
5 Upcoming
Live, Self-Defense Lessons For Everyone
Parents, Teachers, Concerned Citizens, Business Professionals, Churchgoers, and anyone who wants to keep themselves and others safe
What to Bring
- Handgun
- Ammunition
- Extra Magazines
- Eye & Ear Protection
- Holster
- Range Bag
- Speed Loader
- Brimmed Hat
- Pen & Notebook
- Revolver
- Thick Belt
- Lunch
What is Provided
- Water / Beverage
- Targets
Training Powered By:
We Educate. We Train. We Save Lives.
- Ongoing training to keep your family safe
- Next steps you can take in your training to ensure you are prepared
- Plus: Live Q&A with USCCA-Certified Instructors