Amestratus Instructor

The Defensive Handgun: Virginia Concealed Handgun Permit course consists of 8 hours in the following categories:

 Code of Virginia pertaining to firearms,
 Rights and responsibilities,
 Handgun safety and maintenance,
 Conflict avoidance and de-escalation,
 Aftermath and reporting,
 and Insurance.

Practical Exercises and Virtual Range Exercises will be conducted throughout the training.

Live Fire Range can be scheduled after the completion of training (Recommended, but not mandatory).

Situational Awareness For Everyone (SAFE) - is a course designed to help you identify pre-event and "threat indicators" and take action to protect yourself and your family.

Humans around the world display biological and innate cues that give "indications" of their actions. Once you learn these human behaviors, you can quickly identify and avoid potential threats and dangerous situations.

The tools you will learn to use don't weigh anything, and you won't have to buy any special equipment. You already have the best weapon to fight these threats... Your brain!

Your brain already has this knowledge locked away. SAFE will help you unlock it and understand how to make it work for you.

Your brain wants to protect you. SAFE releases your brain from the restrictions of modern society and allows it to do its job.

Discover the Next Level of Home Defense Training

In-Home Defense is your gateway to acquiring the skills necessary for using your firearm effectively in your home.

Have you ever wondered how to move strategically through your home during an emergency?

Are you prepared with a plan to ensure the safety of both yourself and your family?

Can you confidently use your firearms to protect your loved ones if the need arises?

Understanding the importance of proper weapon storage and quick access is crucial.

Our training options include an in-office range conveniently located just a short drive from the NOVA/DC area.

But here's the exciting part: we can bring the training directly to your home, providing an immersive and dynamic learning experience.

As an added benefit, when we conduct in-home training, we incorporate the cutting-edge Stress Vest™.

With Stress Vest™, you'll participate in safe and engaging in-home training sessions with demonstrations and practical exercises.

This innovative training system delivers instant feedback, helping you understand your reactions and enhance your performance under stress.

Stress Vest™ is a non-projectile, force-on-force firearm training system trusted by law enforcement, military personnel, and civilians alike. It simulates stress through a pain penalty, offering a realistic training experience without the risk of projectile injury.

Prepare yourself with In-Home Defense and Stress Vest™ to gain the skills and confidence to keep your family safe.

Learn how Self Defense and Legal Use Of Force are applied to the Concealed Carrier.

Understand how a claim of Self Defense is broken down.

Understand the Use Of Force Continuum.

Understand the difference between Self Defense/Defense Of Others and Defense Of Property.

A-gent W-orkshop A-nd R-isk E-ducation aimed at educating real estate agents on best practices for personal and client safety.

The curriculum covers risk assessment, emergency procedures, and situational awareness during property showings and meetings.

The Defensive Shooting Fundamentals course will help you quickly develop fundamental skills that you can apply to defensive shooting but may not be able to practice on many live-fire ranges.

Using the LASR app and SIRT pistols, you will safely practice these drills and receive immediate feedback to quickly understand and improve your performance.

Some of the topics that will be covered are: Moving and shooting Non-standard shooting positions Multiple targets and Target indexing Target discrimination Target isolation Using Barriers in/around your home In/around vehicles

Dynamic "Force on Force" Scenario Training puts you "In the scene". Your action determines the outcome.

Training will cover the fundamentals of "Home Defense", "Self Defense", and "Use of Force", and then put you into demanding scenarios to challenge you.

StressVest™ is a non-projectile, force-on-force firearm training system capable of creating stress through a pain penalty without fear of projectile injury for training Law Enforcement, Military, and civilians.

Using StressVest™, you will receive instant feedback and learn how you react and how to improve your performance.

Immerse yourself in a high-impact learning environment as we bring the essence of the USCCA’s Proving Ground and Live Training Broadcast directly to our facility.

Designed for those keen to elevate their situational awareness and emergency response skills, this class offers a unique blend of live scenarios and interactive discussions.

• Witness a real-time scenario unfold through the USCCA’s Live Training Broadcast.
• Engage in dynamic discussions about the events as they happen, critically analyzing actions, outcomes, and alternative approaches.
• Develop a personalized roadmap to continue your training journey in emergency preparedness and response.

This class is tailored for customers interested in deepening their understanding of emergency scenarios and situational responsiveness. Whether you're a seasoned emergency responder or a concerned citizen looking to bolster your preparedness, this course offers valuable insights for all.

Don't miss this chance to experience the high-intensity training that USCCA is known for right in our own classroom.

Enroll today to take the first step in continuing your emergency preparedness and response training journey.

Join us for a unique open house experience focused on personal security and self-defense. Whether you want to hone your skills or start from scratch, we have something for everyone.

Interactive Demos with SIRT Training Pistols: Dive into hands-on practice with the safest training technology.

Stress Vest Scenarios: Challenge your decision-making with real-time feedback in high-stress simulations

Practical Safety Workshops: Expand your knowledge with actionable personal and family safety tips.

Mark your calendars, and don’t miss this opportunity to learn essential safety skills in a supportive environment. We look forward to welcoming you!

SAFE – Situational Awareness For Everyone is a practical, cognitive-based training course designed to help individuals recognize and avoid danger before it escalates. Drawing on methodologies used by Special Operations Forces, law enforcement, and protective services, SAFE teaches participants how to identify pre-threat indicators, manage their environment, and make faster, more informed decisions under stress. It emphasizes core elements found in the USCCA Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals course—specifically conflict avoidance, situational awareness, and mental conditioning.

Participants will learn how to remain alert without being anxious, interpret subtle behavioral cues, and apply proven strategies for de-escalation and evasion. SAFE is ideal for both armed and unarmed individuals who want to build a responsible self-protection mindset. By focusing on early recognition and avoidance, SAFE complements other USCCA training modules, laying the foundation for confident, informed, and lawful self-defense.

Role Players for Scenario Development

We'll run through various scenarios to ensure our CHAOS course prepares our students for meeting the challenges of violent encounters

Learn how Self Defense and Legal Use Of Force are applied to the Concealed Carrier.

Understand how a claim of Self Defense is broken down.

Understand the Use Of Force Continuum.

Understand the difference between Self Defense/Defense Of Others and Defense Of Property.