COUPLES BASIC HANDGUN AND SAFETY FUNDAMENTALS

OnPoint Defense |

Wheelchair Accessible
Includes Live Fire
Permit Certification

- Sat, Nov. 7, 2026
  10:00 AM to 2:30 PM
$240
OnPoint Defense
2834 Selma Ave.
Knoxville, TN 37914
In-Class Time
3 Hour(s)
Range Time
1 Hour(s)

16DAYS

9HRS

31MINS

10SECS

12 seats remaining

What You'll Learn

This is a hands on training course designed to teach students who are inexperienced with handguns or maybe afraid to handle a handgun and want to learn to use a handgun as an option to protect their family.

[Students will learn the following]

*Universal Handgun Safety Rules *How to manipulate a semi-automatic pistol... clear the chamber of cartridges strip the magazine and confirm the gun is empty loading / unloading magazines charging the firearm *Shooting fundamentals including... stance grip sight alignment / sight picture trigger control breath control & follow through *Dry Fire Target Practice *Introduction to live-fire shooting. (Instructor will schedule One on One Live Fire Range time separately with each student after the completion of the class room presentation)

At the successful completion of this course the student will be awarded a USCCA Certificate of Completion that will also qualify you to apply for your TN Concealed Carry Permit. (No Reciprocity)

Cancellation Policy: We understand that life happens and you might need to reschedule your class time. We do allow rescheduling as long as it is prior to 48 hours before the start time of your class. However, we only allow a student to reschedule twice. The third occasion will result in the forfeiture of your registration. To reschedule classes you must call us directly at (865) 978-7950 “No Shows” or “No Calls” that fail to reschedule within 48 hours of your class start time will lead to the forfeiture of 100% of your registration. A 15% fee will be charged for any cancellation of a scheduled private group class. Thank you for understanding and we look forward to training with you in class.

What We'll Teach

Self-Defense Firearms Basics

This lesson will introduce you to a wealth of information on different types of self-defense firearms including handguns, home defense shotguns, and the AR-15 platform, where Michael Martin provides easy to understand explanations of the common terms used so frequently. The goal of this lesson is to de-mystify what can sometimes feel like a topic reserved for experts.

Additional Notes from Your Instructor

****Student Responsibility**** Liability Wavier OPTIONAL: "Your own personal handgun and ammunition if you prefer to train with your own handgun." ****Instructor will provide the following**** Handgun – [.22lr and 9mm ammo to use during Range Session] 40 Rounds of Ammunition 2 Targets

16DAYS

9HRS

31MINS

10SECS

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

Close-toed Shoes
Long Pants
Water / Beverage
Eye & Ear Protection
Handgun

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146 Reviews

What Students Are Saying

Class taken on Sat, May. 9, 2026
|Taught by
Instructors
Eugene Mitchell
Knoxville, TN
5.0
"I really learned a lot in this class and Eugene was very patient with me. "
Submitted on Sat, May. 16, 2026 by Melissa P.
Class taken on Sat, Jun. 24, 2023
|Taught by
Instructors
Eugene Mitchell
Knoxville, TN
5.0
"We took Eugene's couple's handgun basics and safety course and can report that he is an excellent instructor. I had a fair amount of trauma throughout my childhood and young adult life surrounding the dangerous misuse of guns. So one of many things I appreciated about Eugene is that there is nothing about him that comes off as macho, arrogant, or showy when it comes to his firearms expertise. He truly knows and loves his craft while also having the utmost respect for the seriousness of picking up a firearm, regardless of where, when, or why. Safety is always his primary concern, and he made sure it was our primary concern too. The environment he provides is also welcoming and open, so it's very easy to learn in. He notices unease, mistakes, difficulties, or safety issues quickly and he intervenes immediately and patiently, helping with every single step until you've found success. By the end of the class, we felt completely different about safety and our ability to handle and fire guns from the way we did before we took his course. Perhaps the most important thing he impressed upon us is that firearms training is a perishable skill that requires constant practice. And now, since taking his course, I feel capable of continuing to train. His rates are more than fair for the attention and expertise he provides. Highly highly recommend OnPoint Defense. Thanks, Eugene. I will be coming back to you for the concealed course."
Submitted on Thur, Jul. 6, 2023 by Gene J.

What We'll Teach

Self-Defense Firearms Basics

Additional Notes from Your Instructor

What Students Are Saying

Class taken on Sat, May. 9, 2026
|Taught by
Instructors
Eugene Mitchell
Knoxville, TN
5.0
"I really learned a lot in this class and Eugene was very patient with me. "
Submitted on Sat, May. 16, 2026 by Melissa P.
Class taken on Sat, Jun. 24, 2023
|Taught by
Instructors
Eugene Mitchell
Knoxville, TN
5.0
"We took Eugene's couple's handgun basics and safety course and can report that he is an excellent instructor. I had a fair amount of trauma throughout my childhood and young adult life surrounding the dangerous misuse of guns. So one of many things I appreciated about Eugene is that there is nothing about him that comes off as macho, arrogant, or showy when it comes to his firearms expertise. He truly knows and loves his craft while also having the utmost respect for the seriousness of picking up a firearm, regardless of where, when, or why. Safety is always his primary concern, and he made sure it was our primary concern too. The environment he provides is also welcoming and open, so it's very easy to learn in. He notices unease, mistakes, difficulties, or safety issues quickly and he intervenes immediately and patiently, helping with every single step until you've found success. By the end of the class, we felt completely different about safety and our ability to handle and fire guns from the way we did before we took his course. Perhaps the most important thing he impressed upon us is that firearms training is a perishable skill that requires constant practice. And now, since taking his course, I feel capable of continuing to train. His rates are more than fair for the attention and expertise he provides. Highly highly recommend OnPoint Defense. Thanks, Eugene. I will be coming back to you for the concealed course."
Submitted on Thur, Jul. 6, 2023 by Gene J.

COUPLES BASIC HANDGUN AND SAFETY FUNDAMENTALS

What We'll Teach

Self-Defense Firearms Basics

Additional Notes from Your Instructor

Live, Self-Defense Lessons For Everyone

What to Bring

Training Powered By:

What Students Are Saying

Instructors

Instructors

COUPLES BASIC HANDGUN AND SAFETY FUNDAMENTALS

What We'll Teach

Self-Defense Firearms Basics

Additional Notes from Your Instructor

Live, Self-Defense Lessons For Everyone

What to Bring

Training Powered By:

What Students Are Saying

Instructors

Instructors