Christopher Huntley

55 minute class introducing the concepts of personal and home protection plans. Broad material good for anyone who wants to start their journey to becoming more safety conscious.

Course Overview: The ASP Defender for Everyday Personal Safety

This course provides practical, hands-on training for the ASP Defender, a discreet and reliable pepper spray designed for everyday carry. Moving beyond basic aerosol cans, we focus on the specific mechanical skills and decision-making needed to use this tool effectively in real-world personal defense situations.

What You Will Learn:

Tool Mechanics: How to quickly and reliably operate the Defender’s unique safety toggle and thumb-press actuator.

Effective Deployment: Mastering the "burst and move" technique—targeting the T-zone while creating distance from a potential threat.

Personal Safety Scenarios: Recognizing when to deploy the Defender, using verbal commands to de-escalate, and escaping safely after use.

Maintenance & Logic: How to change inserts, check expiration dates, and ensure your device is always ready for a flash of sight deployment.

This class is designed for anyone seeking a solid foundation in personal protection using a high-quality, low-profile safety tool.

Course Overview: Personal Defense with Pepper Spray (ASP and Sabre)

This course provides a practical, common-sense foundation for using the two most respected names in personal safety: ASP and Sabre. We focus on helping you choose the right tool for your lifestyle and giving you the hands-on skills to use it effectively if you ever face a threat.

What You Will Learn:

The Best Tool for the Job: We compare the ASP Defender, a discreet, refillable metal tool, with Sabre Red, the world’s most popular personal safety canisters. You will learn which is better for your pocket, purse, or home.

Mechanical Confidence: Hands-on practice with different safety designs. Whether it is the ASP brass safety toggle or Sabre’s flip-top and twist-lock covers, you will learn how to get the spray ready in a flash of sight.

Targeting and Delivery: Not all sprays come out the same. We practice with the ASP wide cone pattern and Sabre’s precise stream or gel options, teaching you how to hit the T-zone (eyes and nose) even under stress.

The Burst and Move Strategy: Practical drills on how to use a short burst to stop an attacker and immediately move to safety. We focus on creating distance, not staying to fight.

Safety and Aftercare: How to safely carry your spray every day, how to check for expiration, and what to do if you accidentally get the spray on yourself or others.

This class is built for everyday people who want a simple, rock-solid plan for personal protection. No prior experience is needed—just a desire to be better prepared for life's what-ifs.

Here is a class description based on the recent book you wrote about air travel with firearms:

Class Description: Mastering Air Travel with Firearms

Learn how to safely and legally navigate air travel with your firearms, whether you are packing a long gun or a handgun. This comprehensive class, based on the expert guidance in my recently authored guide, will equip you with the essential knowledge and practical skills to travel with confidence. We will cover every step of the process, from proper packing to understanding documented processes and potential issues.

What You Will Learn:

Secure Packing & Gear: Hands-on instruction on selecting and using compliant, hard-sided locked containers for long guns (e.g., specific lock placement) and handguns.

Mastering Documented Processes: Demystifying federal statutes (e.g., mandatory unloaded declaration as checked baggage) and individual airline policies. Learn how to correctly interact with TSA and airline personnel for declaration protocols.

Navigating Potential Issues & Contingencies: Crucial advice on managing flight diversions, baggage misrouting, and understanding how to immediately notify appropriate authorities to avoid improper possession in a new location. We will also discuss general contingency planning for your travels.

Who Should Attend:

This class is perfect for hunters, target shooters, competitive competitors, and anyone who wants to ensure they are traveling responsibly and within the bounds of the law with their firearms. Join me to gain peace of mind for your next trip.

Class Title: Developing an Multifamily Home & Personal Protection Plan (USCCA) Time: 55 minutes

Description: Whether you're renting, owning, or living in a multi-unit complex, the principles of home and personal protection take on a unique set of challenges in an apartment. This USCCA-compliant seminar is designed to equip apartment residents with the knowledge and foundational skills to create a comprehensive protection plan.

Participants will learn to move beyond just owning a defensive tool to building a layered defense strategy.

Key Topics Covered:

Developing a Personal & Home Protection Plan: Understanding the “Why” and the comprehensive approach to personal safety.

Conflict Avoidance & Situational Awareness: The importance of being your own best defense through observation and prevention.

Defensive Fundamentals for Apartment Living: How the physical layout and unique considerations of apartments affect defensive techniques.

Legal & Liability Considerations: A critical look at the legal framework for self-defense and defending your property in a multi-unit setting.

Choosing the Right Tools: Discussing appropriate defensive tools and how to integrate them into your home plan.

Creating Your Multi-Layered Apartment Plan: Step-by-step guidance on implementing a layered defense that works for you.

This concise yet comprehensive class is ideal for people who want to adapt their existing protection plan to a multi-dwelling scenario. Leave with actionable steps to confidently protect yourself and your loved ones.

Class Title: Understanding Permitless / Constitutional Carry: Your Rights & Responsibilities (USCCA Curriculum)

Course Description:

Does your state allow for permitless or constitutional carry? Are you unsure of the legalities, safety considerations, and best practices involved? In this essential seminar, designed using the trusted USCCA curriculum, we will demystify the complexities of permitless carry and empower you with the knowledge to be a responsible and legally compliant armed citizen.

This non-firing course is perfect for both new and experienced gun owners who want to understand their rights while navigating the intricate world of concealed carry in a permitless state. We’ll go far beyond just knowing that you can carry; we’ll focus on how to do so safely, legally, and ethically.

Key Topics Covered:

Defining Permitless / Constitutional Carry: What it is, what it isn’t, and where it currently stands legally.

Deciding to Carry a Firearm: Understanding the gravity of the decision, establishing the correct mindset, and evaluating your personal preparedness.

Legal Foundations & Liability: A critical, detailed breakdown of state and federal law, the castle doctrine, stand your ground principles, and managing legal risks.

Situational Awareness & Avoidance: The USCCA-driven focus on being your own best defense through observation and de-escalation.

Developing a Home & Personal Protection Plan: Creating a comprehensive strategy for your safety, from secure storage to emergency response.

Defensive Fundamentals & Training: Discussing safe gun handling, appropriate gear (holsters, etc.), and the USCCA recommended training paths.

Legal Considerations Specific to Permitless Carry: Understanding restrictions, traveling between states, and the importance of a layered defense.

Who Should Attend?

This class is for anyone who currently carries or plans to carry a concealed firearm in a permitless carry state and wants to do so with confidence, competence, and a deep understanding of the USCCA safety principles. Leave with actionable knowledge and the foundation for your personal protection plan.

Build a rock-solid foundation in firearms safety, mechanics, and defensive fundamentals. This comprehensive, introductory course is specifically designed for new shooters, those returning to the basics, or gun owners seeking a structured approach to responsible ownership.

This class bridges the gap between mechanical knowledge and real-world application by combining fundamental handling with the curriculum of the USCCA Self-Defense Firearms Basics course. Core Curriculum

Universal Safety Rules: Master the non-negotiable rules of safe firearm handling, storage, and transport.

Handgun & Long Gun Mechanics: Understand the anatomical differences, operating systems, and clearing procedures for both pistols and long guns (rifles/shotguns).

Semiautomatic vs. Revolver: Delve into the distinct mechanics, advantages, and maintenance requirements of both platforms.

The Fundamentals of Marksmanship: Learn the physical building blocks of accurate shooting, including stance, grip, sight alignment, and trigger control.

USCCA Self-Defense Basics: Transition from target shooting to a defensive mindset, covering situational awareness, the physiology of a critical incident, and the fundamentals of home defense.

What You Will Walk Away With

By the conclusion of this course, you will possess the confidence to safely manipulate, load, unload, and clear malfunctions on multiple firearm platforms. You will understand how to choose the right firearm for your specific needs and have a clear, actionable pathway for continuing your defensive training.

Note: No prior experience or equipment is required. This is a welcoming, controlled, and professional environment focused on safety and skill acquisition.

In this class you will shoot various handguns and rifles in different configurations so that you can experience different types and have a better foundation for future training. Starting with Double Action Only (DAO) revolver in .22LR, moving through 9mm with striker, and hammer fired and finishing up with the AR rifle platform as a comparison.

Curriculum: Official USCCA Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals

Prerequisites: None (Open to beginners and experienced shooters alike)

Maximize your training time without spending an entire weekend stuck in a classroom. This hybrid course delivers the complete, officially certified USCCA Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals curriculum through a streamlined blend of interactive virtual learning and dedicated, in-person range training.

This is a comprehensive guide to understanding conflict avoidance, home security, handgun mechanics, and the legal realities of self-defense.

Structure & Delivery

Phase 1: Virtual Classroom (4 Hours): Log in from home for an interactive, instructor-led session covering the crucial legal and theoretical foundations. Topics include developing a personal protection plan, the physiology of violent encounters, the legal use of force, situational awareness, and selecting the right defensive gear.

Phase 2: Live-Fire & Practical Range Session (4 Hours): Meet on the range to translate theory into physical skill. This intensive, practical block focuses strictly on safe firearm handling, the physical mechanics of marksmanship (stance, grip, sight alignment), malfunction clearing, and your live-fire qualification. Core Curriculum

Modules Developing a Personal & Home Protection Plan: Defining your security perimeter and conflict avoidance strategies.

Self-Defense Firearm Basics: Handgun nomenclature, operation, and defensive ammunition selection.

Defensive Shooting Fundamentals: Mastering sight picture, trigger control, and muscle memory under stress.

The Legal Use of Force: Navigating the complex legalities of deadly force and understanding your rights.

The Aftermath: Managing the physical, psychological, and legal consequences of a critical incident.

What’s Included: Official USCCA certificate upon successful completion of both phases, textbook, ammo, and targets.

Materials Provided: A complete, premium firearm cleaning kit is included with your tuition and is yours to keep.

A dirty firearm is an unreliable firearm. Whether you just purchased your first handgun or have a collection passed down through generations, routine maintenance is a non-negotiable part of responsible gun ownership. This hands-on, practical clinic strips away the confusion of specialized solvents, rods, and patches, teaching you the exact steps to preserve your investment and ensure flawless cycling.

Bring your own unloaded firearm to the workbench. Under direct professional supervision, you will completely field-strip, clean, inspect, and lubricate your specific platform.

Core Curriculum

Safe Workbench Setup: Establishing a strict clearance protocol to ensure zero live ammunition is present before maintenance begins.

Field-Stripping Mechanics: Master the proper takedown procedures for handguns, rifles, or shotguns without damaging components.

Anatomy of Fouling: Understand where carbon, copper, and lead build up, and how to effectively dissolve and remove them.

The Anatomy of Chemical Agents: Learn when to use solvents, degreasers, CLP (Cleaner, Lubricant, Protectant), and specialized oils—and more importantly, where not to apply them.

Wear & Component Inspection: Identify signs of excessive wear, spring fatigue, or structural stress before they cause a malfunction on the range or in a defensive scenario.

Proper Reassembly & Function Testing: Reassemble your firearm confidently and execute a standardized function check to verify mechanical safety.

What You Will Walk Away With

You will leave this class with a clean and lubricated firearm, the ability to maintain it independently, and a complete firearm cleaning kit ready for future maintenance.

Note: All firearms must be brought to the facility completely unloaded and cased. Leave all live ammunition in your vehicle; no ammunition is permitted in the classroom environment.

Everything you need to go from start to finish with your beginning handgun journey. This premium concierge service provides the expert consulting, legal credentials, and intensive training required to buy and operate your first handgun with absolute certainty.

What’s Included in Your Tuition: Complete Licensing & Admin: Step-by-step assistance processing your NH concealed carry permit. The Smart Selection Lab: Test a diverse fleet of handguns to discover what fits your unique hand anatomy before you buy.

In-House FFL Purchasing: Skip the retail guesswork. We are a licensed dealer and manage your background check and firearm transaction from start to finish.

Hands-On Maintenance: Learn to safely field-strip, clean, and lubricate your specific firearm.

Elite Live-Fire Training: Comprehensive range sessions covering stance, grip, and trigger control on paper and steel. Includes an integration capstone using your new gun.

All Logistics Covered: Range fees, targets, and training ammo are 100% included.

Optional Family Integration: Custom home storage planning and firearms education for your family.

Feeling overwhelmed by the paperwork? Join our Granite Llama: Firearms Purchase Walkthrough class for a definitive, line-by-line guide to completing Form 4473. Don’t let administrative hurdles stand in your way. We provide the rock-solid clarity you need to confidently and correctly navigate the background check process, ensuring your purchase is accurate, compliant, and stress-free. Whether you're a first-time buyer or just need a refresher, we’ve got your walk-through. Learn with the clarity and strength of granite.

Class Title: Developing an Multifamily Home & Personal Protection Plan (USCCA) Time: 55 minutes

Description: Whether you're renting, owning, or living in a multi-unit complex, the principles of home and personal protection take on a unique set of challenges in an apartment. This USCCA-compliant seminar is designed to equip apartment residents with the knowledge and foundational skills to create a comprehensive protection plan.

Participants will learn to move beyond just owning a defensive tool to building a layered defense strategy.

Key Topics Covered:

Developing a Personal & Home Protection Plan: Understanding the “Why” and the comprehensive approach to personal safety.

Conflict Avoidance & Situational Awareness: The importance of being your own best defense through observation and prevention.

Defensive Fundamentals for Apartment Living: How the physical layout and unique considerations of apartments affect defensive techniques.

Legal & Liability Considerations: A critical look at the legal framework for self-defense and defending your property in a multi-unit setting.

Choosing the Right Tools: Discussing appropriate defensive tools and how to integrate them into your home plan.

Creating Your Multi-Layered Apartment Plan: Step-by-step guidance on implementing a layered defense that works for you.

This concise yet comprehensive class is ideal for people who want to adapt their existing protection plan to a multi-dwelling scenario. Leave with actionable steps to confidently protect yourself and your loved ones.

Massachusetts Basic Firearms Safety Course - USCCA (LTC-039)

Get your Massachusetts License to Carry (LTC) or with this comprehensive, state-approved training course.

Developed in strict alignment with Massachusetts General Laws (M.G.L. C.140, §131P), this official USCCA curriculum fulfills all state requirements to ensure you leave the classroom confident, responsible, and fully prepared. This intensive course features 6 hours of interactive classroom presentation and 2 hours of dedicated, hands-on live-fire training at the range. Course is split up with 4 hours of classroom being virtual.

Course Details:

Safe Handling and Storage: Master the universal safety rules, firearm clearing/unloading, and secure storage practices.

Childproofing and Access Prevention: Learn vital gun safety rules for children, safety tips, and Massachusetts child access prevention laws.

Massachusetts Firearm Laws: Navigate the state's strict regulations regarding licensing, transportation, storage, prohibited locations, capacity limits, and transfers.

Operation and Shooting Fundamentals: Get hands-on instruction on handgun actions (revolvers and semi-automatics), clearing malfunctions, and the core fundamentals of marksmanship (stance, grip, sight alignment, and trigger control).

Conflict Avoidance and De-Escalation: Understand situational awareness, reaction time, tactical disengagement, and strategies to avoid a fight.

Laws Governing Use of Force: Dive deep into legal definitions regarding the defense of self, others, and property, including a review of the state's "Castle Law".

Suicide Prevention and Injury Reduction: Learn the statistics, warning signs, risk factors, and critical intervention resources like the 988 Lifeline.

Live-Fire Range Session: Apply what you have learned under the direct guidance of a certified instructor, conducting recommended shooting exercises with real-time feedback.

Written Examination: Complete the required 25-question state assessment to certify your knowledge.

Build a rock-solid foundation in firearms safety, mechanics, and defensive fundamentals. This comprehensive, introductory course is specifically designed for new shooters, those returning to the basics, or gun owners seeking a structured approach to responsible ownership.

This class bridges the gap between mechanical knowledge and real-world application by combining fundamental handling with the curriculum of the USCCA Self-Defense Firearms Basics course. Core Curriculum

Universal Safety Rules: Master the non-negotiable rules of safe firearm handling, storage, and transport.

Handgun & Long Gun Mechanics: Understand the anatomical differences, operating systems, and clearing procedures for both pistols and long guns (rifles/shotguns).

Semiautomatic vs. Revolver: Delve into the distinct mechanics, advantages, and maintenance requirements of both platforms.

The Fundamentals of Marksmanship: Learn the physical building blocks of accurate shooting, including stance, grip, sight alignment, and trigger control.

USCCA Self-Defense Basics: Transition from target shooting to a defensive mindset, covering situational awareness, the physiology of a critical incident, and the fundamentals of home defense.

What You Will Walk Away With

By the conclusion of this course, you will possess the confidence to safely manipulate, load, unload, and clear malfunctions on multiple firearm platforms. You will understand how to choose the right firearm for your specific needs and have a clear, actionable pathway for continuing your defensive training.

Note: No prior experience or equipment is required. This is a welcoming, controlled, and professional environment focused on safety and skill acquisition.

In this class you will shoot various handguns and rifles in different configurations so that you can experience different types and have a better foundation for future training. Starting with Double Action Only (DAO) revolver in .22LR, moving through 9mm with striker, and hammer fired and finishing up with the AR rifle platform as a comparison.

This course provides a practical, common-sense foundation for using the the POM Pepper Spray. We focus on helping you choose the right tool for your lifestyle and giving you the hands-on skills to use it effectively if you ever face a threat.

What You Will Learn:

The Best Tool for the Job: We compare the clip and the key ring. You will learn which is better for your pocket, purse, or home.

Mechanical Confidence: Hands-on practice with the safety design ,you will learn how to get the spray ready in a flash.

Targeting and Delivery: How far and how much we have training options to help you decide.

The Burst and Move Strategy: Practical drills on how to use a short burst to stop an attacker and immediately move to safety. We focus on creating distance, not staying to fight.

Safety and Aftercare: How to safely carry your spray every day, how to check for expiration, and what to do if you accidentally get the spray on yourself or others.

This class is built for everyday people who want a simple, rock-solid plan for personal protection. No prior experience is needed—just a desire to be better prepared for life’s what-ifs.

Emergency First Aid Fundamentals (Blended Format)

Course Overview: The USCCA Emergency First Aid Fundamentals course equips individuals with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to act as immediate responders in medical or traumatic crises before professional Emergency Medical Services (EMS) arrive. Grounded in real-world scenarios, this course covers both traumatic injury response and common medical emergencies.

This 8-hour hybrid delivery model splits the curriculum into 4 hours of self-paced online learning followed by 4 hours of practical, in-person training.

PART 1: ONLINE SELF-PACED MODULES (4 HOURS) The online portion establishes the theoretical framework and conceptual understanding of emergency response through guided video modules and knowledge checks.

• Scene & Patient Assessment: Understanding scene safety, performing primary assessments (Airway, Breathing, Circulation / ABCs), rapid secondary evaluations, and identifying immediate life threats. • Traumatic Emergencies & Hemorrhage Control: Physiology of severe bleeding, mechanics of arterial vs. venous bleeding, chest trauma (penetrating wounds, flail chest), head and spinal injuries, burns, and fractures. • Medical Emergencies: Recognizing and responding to sudden cardiac arrest, strokes, seizures, diabetic crises, and respiratory emergencies. • Mass Casualty & Triage Concepts: Introduction to the START Triage System to evaluate and prioritize multiple victims during large-scale incidents. • Trauma Gear & Kit Selection: Detailed breakdowns of essential gear (tourniquets, pressure dressings, chest seals, hemostatic agents) to build custom Individual First Aid Kits (IFAKs) for home, vehicle, or everyday carry.

PART 2: IN-PERSON PRACTICAL APPLICATION (4 HOURS) The hands-on classroom phase transitions theory into muscle memory through guided drills, physical application, and scenario-based training under instructor supervision.

• Bleeding Control & Hemostatic Application: Physical practice applying commercial tourniquets (CAT/SOFT-T) to limbs under time pressure, packing deep wounds using simulated tissue, and applying pressure bandages. • Airway & Chest Management: Positioning uninjured/injured patients, clearing airways, and applying chest seals to open chest wounds. • Patient Movement & Immobilization: Safely executing emergency moves to pull victims out of immediate danger without compounding spinal or traumatic injuries. • Scenario-Based Simulations: Working through real-world medical and trauma scenarios to practice critical decision-making under stress.

COURSE DETAILS & LOGISTICS

Duration: 8 Hours Total (4 Hours Online / 4 Hours In-Person) Prerequisites: None. Open to all skill levels. Required Attire: Comfortable clothing suitable for movement during practical drills. Materials: All training tourniquets, gauze, and demo gear provided in class. Certification: Includes a USCCA Certificate of Completion upon finishing both modules.

American Heart Association BLS Provider Course

This American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) course is designed for healthcare professionals, emergency responders, and safety personnel who need to master high-quality life-saving skills.

What You Will Learn:

High-quality CPR for adults, children, and infants

Appropriate use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

Effective ventilation using barrier devices and bag-valve-mask systems

Team dynamics in multi-rescuer resuscitation

Relief of foreign-body airway obstruction (choking)

Course Details:

Certification: Official AHA BLS Provider eCard (valid for two years) upon successful completion of skills and written testing.

Audience: Nurses, EMTs, paramedics, medical staff, dental professionals, and individuals requiring professional-level CPR certification.