Graham Hunt
Instructor # 1593309 | Downtown Tactical
Certified with the USCCA since 9/21/2020
Certification Renewal Date 9/21/2027
USCCA Certifications
- Concealed Carry & Home Defense
- Countering the Mass Shooter
- Women's Handgun & Self-Defense
- Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals - Training Counselor
- Range Safety Officer
- Emergency & First Aid
- Simulations
- Concealed Carry & Home Defense with Simulations
- Children's Firearms & Safety Fundamentals
- Marksmanship Simplified: Foundations of Handgun Coaching
- DPP
- Non-Lethal Program - Certified Instructor
My Biography
Graham Hunt approaches every class the same way he approaches his own training — as a student with more to learn.
After 8 years in the U.S. Air Force as a Security Forces member and CBRNE specialist (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and High-Yield Explosives), Graham developed a deep understanding of how people respond to high-stakes situations. He was responsible for planning installation-level responses to natural and man-made disasters, deployed multiple times under Operations Southern Watch, Iraqi Freedom, and Enduring Freedom, and provided security for Air Force One. Following his military service, Graham continued serving in high-trust roles as an overseas contractor for the State Department and Department of Defense.
Today, Graham is the Founder, CEO, and Chief Firearms Instructor of Downtown Tactical — bringing over 20 years of teaching and training experience to every course he leads.
Certifications & Credentials: USCCA Senior Training Counselor USCCA Regional Training Manager (Former) USCCA Field Training Specialist (Former) USCCA Training Counselor USCCA Certified Instructor USCCA Range Safety Officer NRA Certified Instructor NRA Range Safety Officer Stop the Bleed Instructor MO POST Instructor — Continuing Law Enforcement Education & Training (CLEET)
Graham's philosophy is simple: he may be your instructor, but you're on the same path — he's just a few mile markers ahead. His job is to bring those markers into view, help you move forward with confidence, and remind you that the skills you build in training are only the foundation. Consistent practice is what turns knowledge into proficiency.
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This comprehensive 2-day handgun class is literally a lifesaver. Our Tactical Pistol course prepares you to prevail in a real-world violent confrontation. This intensive course covers an incredible amount of material in just two days.
Topics include the role and attributes of the handgun, legal aspects of deadly force, anatomical stopping power, mental conditioning for combat, movement, and communication. Live fire drills include both one- and two-handed shooting, shooting on the move, use of cover and concealment, loading and reloading, using both eye level as well as retention techniques, at a variety of ranges and from a variety of body positions. This course is about 40% lecture on mindset, tactics, skill, and legal issues but don’t worry because you will still be shooting a minimum of 750 rounds while you are on the range!
We respectfully request that students have read "The Principles of Personal Defense" by Col. Jeff Cooper before attending class.
Equipment List: An open mind Bring a lunch to the range both days Roll of Masking Tape Drinking water, at least a couple gallons Everyday carry pistol Strongside belt holster Sturdy gun belt, not all belts are made to carry a gun, get one that is Have at least 5 magazines for your pistol. 750 rounds of ammunition (we recommend 1000 rounds) Weapon cleaning and lubrication equipment Hearing Protection (Earmuffs Recommended) Full Wrap Eye Protection Elbow / Knee Pads Sunblock Ballcap Rain Gear Bug Spray
We recommend you bring your lunch to eat at the range versus running into town to get food during the lunch break.
A comprehensive course for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense. The course is a complete guide to understanding conflict-avoidance and situational awareness; home security and home defense; handgun, shotgun and AR-15 basics; shooting fundamentals; the physiology of violent encounters; the legal aspects of using deadly force (including knowing what to do in the aftermath); and a complete guide on gear, gadgets, and ongoing training.
You know how to shoot your rifle now let us teach you how to FIGHT with it! This course is far more advanced than any other rifle course you can attend (with the exception of our advanced course) and covers trajectory, battlesight zero, gear set-up, sling configurations, transitions to pistol, use of cover and concealment, practical ready and firing positions, close- and medium-range snap shooting, weapons handling, urban applications, team drills, firing while moving, multiple targets, plus the tactics required to employ this potent tool in combat. Every student leaves this class with empty mags, a red hot rifle, and a smile from ear to ear! This is one of our most popular courses.
This class is great for nearly any magazine fed rifle or subgun and any traditional military style rifle. We will show you how to run your MP5, AR, AK, RPK, FAL, M1A, G3, VZ-58 or whatever weapon you have! NOTE: While Tactical Pistol is not a pre-requisite for this class it is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.
AR-15 shooters take note: We do not recommend steel cased ammo for our classes.
Equipment List: An open mind Bring a lunch to the range both days Roll of Masking Tape Drinking water, we strongly recommend a Camelback A magazine fed rifle (semi or full) that has been zeroed (Pistol caliber carbines are ok) 1500 rounds rifle ammunition (We recommend 2000 rounds) Tactical Sling (required) Minimum of 3 pistol and 5 rifle mags Pistol Strongside belt holster Sturdy gun belt, not all belts are made to carry a gun, get one that is 250 rounds of ammunition (we recommend 500 rounds) Weapon cleaning and lubrication equipment to include a rod to knock out stuck cases Hearing Protection (muffs recommended) Full Wrap Eye Protection Elbow / Knee Pads Ballcap Sunblock Rain Gear Bug Spray Pen & Paper
This course offers incredibly useful information to churches, businesses, other organizations and individuals on comprehensive plans to prevent a mass shooter event and lessons learned about how to survive a mass shooter incident. The course requires no weapons or shooting and can be conducted at your location if needed.
This Countering the Mass Shooter Threat course provides a comprehensive playbook for every house of worship, school, business, and family in America. The course looks into the data of 48 mass shootings to determine what can be learned from these tragedies and how following a comprehensive plan can help you to not only avoid becoming a victim, but eliminate the presence of these shooters once and for all.
This course is presented in an easy-to-follow format, including a textbook with information for all experience levels. Essential lessons on topics like gun-free zones, magazine capacity, and using the Run, Hide, Fight Methodology are already saving lives across the nation. Here’s just a few of the lifesaving lessons you’ll learn in this class......
Create An Emergency Operations Plan: Discover how you can end attacks early and minimize the number of victims involved in an incident with strategic planning and preparedness training…
Triage And Treat The Wounded: Learn the lifesaving materials and measures you can take to save critically injured victims immediately after an attack is over...
Expert Recommendations: Get advice on topics like how to properly develop an Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) for your home or place of business...
Understand Your Attacker: Dive into the history of mass shootings, what the statistics tell us, and what your aggressor is likely thinking…
Debunk Common Myths: Finally get your questions about magazine capacity, banning firearms, and special watch lists answered…
Know The Signs: Uncover how you can identify and deter potential shooters before they strike…
This class includes training on tactical safety and how to prevent injuries, moral obligations to render aid, legal issues like the Good Samaritan laws, biohazard precautions, the physical and mental effects of adrenaline, the survival principles, communication, trauma kits vs. first aid kits, scene safety, anatomical stopping power, patient movement, assessments, proper ways to stop the top 3 gunfighting injuries (blocked airway, critical blood loss and Tension Pneumothorax) as well as the Mindset, Tactics, Skill and Gear you need to keep someone alive until medical assistance arrives.
Students will participate in and watch other students in multiple practical scenarios where they will be guided and tested on how to provide care under stress.
BUYING MULTIPLE SPOTS IN THE CLASS - If you're buying a spot in the class for more than one person please email Sales@DowntownTactical.com or call 888-568-HUNT with the names of all students attending.
*You will only receive a certificate of successful completion by participating 100% in class. Being late, leaving early voluntary refusal to complete drills and other issues involving closed mindedness will result in your not receiving a certificate for this course. A modified certificate will be mailed at a later date at your request.
This course is designed for a woman who wants to learn basic techniques to protect herself and others.
No matter how much training you have or have not had, this class is perfect for every woman interested in expanding her abilities to protect herself and others.
Topics covered include: Firearm Safety Different Firearm Types How to Select a Firearm Fundamentals of Firearms Home Defense Fundamentals Range Time
Does not include a handgun or ammunition. Please contact us ahead of time if you need a firearm or if you need to purchase ammunition.
What if your most precious moments of worship were disrupted by acts of evil? Would your church’s parishioners know how to keep their congregation safe?
In this new church security training you will:
Uncover the unsettling reality of mass shootings carried out in houses of worship by examining real-life attacks from across the country. Understand the common challenges most places of worship face and discover how to overcome them with a comprehensive security checklist. Discover how they and fellow worshippers can prepare for, prevent, respond to and deal with the aftermath of an active shooter event. Church Sections Know the Signs Create an Emergency Operations Plan Special Considerations for Houses of Worship Run, Hide, Fight Eliminate Gun-Free Zones Where Do We Go From Here?
Do you know what will happen if you are involved in a violent encounter? What if you had to draw your gun? What if you had to use your gun to defend or protect yourself or your family?
We will cover all of the following topics in this class: Physiology of Fight or Flight Adrenaline and Endorphins Visual Distortions Auditory Distortions Memory Distortions The Attack Evaluating Your Options When You're Left With No Other Choice The Immediate Aftermath When the Police Arrive The Financial Aftermath
Specially designed for the busy professional, you can take this class over your lunch break!
We offer a comprehensive CCW class, taught by a Certified Instructor, which meets the Missouri state regulations required in order to apply for your CCW permit.
The class is an 8 hour session, and includes a live fire session. The class covers handgun safety, range safety, the mindset and legality issues of carrying concealed, fundamentals of pistol shooting, safe storage, tips for making your home more secure, how to select a firearm, basics of carry gear and methods of carry, ammunition selection, and the care of a firearm.
Upon successful completion of the CCW class, each participant will receive a certificate of completion, which you would then take to your local sheriff's office to apply for your CCW permit.
