WOMEN'S DEFENSIVE PISTOL (LEVEL 3)
- Mon, Sep. 14, 2026
5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
- Mon, Sep. 14, 2026
- $100
- In-Class Time2 Hour(s)
- Range Time1 Hour(s)
What You'll Learn
USCCA’s “Women’s Handgun & Self-Defense Fundamentals” is a welcoming and engaging training guide created by a woman for women who are seeking to begin, improve upon, or add to their firearms skills. With three distinct modules (Women's Basic Pistol, Women's Intermediate Pistol, and Women's Defensive Pistol), this course is designed to reach students who are brand new to firearms and those who are ready to learn more about defensive shooting. Basics and fundamentals will be introduced, reviewed, and then built upon, while also exploring situational awareness, common types of handguns, ammunition types, malfunctions, firearms handling skills, defensive pistol fundamentals, and the use of deadly force. Whether you’ve never touched a firearm, you’re looking for the next steps in your training, or you’ve chosen to learn about the skills, tools, and mindset needed to use firearms for self-defense, you can be prepared to carry confidently every day with tips and techniques from experienced women in the world of firearms.
Cancellation Policy: Students are required to cancel at least one-week in advance of a class date in order to receive a full refund. Cancellations of less than one-week, but more than 60 hours will receive a 50% refund. Cancellations of less than 60 hours before the class will not be refunded.
What We'll Teach
Women's Handgun & Self-Defense Fundamentals
With three distinct modules, this course is designed for those who are brand new to firearms and those who are ready to learn more about defensive shooting.
Basics and fundamentals will be introduced, reviewed, and then built upon, while also exploring:
- Situational awareness
- Common types of handguns
- Ammunition types, malfunctions
- Firearms handling skills
- Defensive pistol fundamentals
- The use of deadly force
Whether you’ve never touched a firearm, you’re looking for the next steps in your training, or you’ve chosen to learn about the skills, tools, and mindset needed to use firearms for self-defense, you can be prepared to carry confidently every day with tips and techniques from experienced women in the world of firearms.
Additional Notes from Your Instructor
Topics include: Mindset, Avoid, Escape, Defend, Use of Force, Cover versus Concealment, Voice Commands, Marksmanship versus Defensive Shooting, Drawing from the Holster, Loading and Reloading, Practice with Purpose, and Putting it into Practice with Live-Fire. Class taught by Vickie Kelley and Will Parker. Class taught by Vickie Kelley (one of Montana's top three Women Trainers) and Will Parker (Montana's #1 and most experienced & educated trainers). There is a book (WOMEN'S HANDGUN SELF-DEFENSE FUNDAMENTALS) which compliments this class. We have it available at our shop for $30. You are HIGHLY encouraged to read prior to class.
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
- Brimmed Hat
- Close-toed Shoes
- Water / Beverage
- Pen & Notebook
What is Provided
- Handgun
- Ammunition
- Eye & Ear Protection
- 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