Paul Williams
Instructor # 606245 | Cross Caliber Training, LLC
Certified with the USCCA since 12/10/2023
Certification Renewal Date 12/10/2026
USCCA Certifications
- Concealed Carry & Home Defense
- Emergency & First Aid
My Biography
Owner & instructor Paul Williams started Cross Caliber Training as a way to encourage friends and loved ones in the proper, safe, and effective methods of concealed carry. He has a passion for continually learning about the ever-changing laws, techniques, gear, and case-studies. He now takes that passion & learning to the classroom.
Believing that hands-on teaching is critical to the long-term success of students, he has invested in tools & techniques to bring the next level of instruction to each student.
Paul is a Mechanical Engineer by trade. He has over 14 years of teaching experience in various vocations, such as Sunday School, University Teaching Assistantships, and training interns in industry. He is no stranger to giving engaging lectures and presentations. Paul has had his MN Permit to Carry since 2015. Target shooting and pheasant hunting are a few of his hobbies outside of defensive techniques & teaching.
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All fees are included in this pricing - there are no additional expenses required to pass this class. See below for more details.
In this Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals class instructed by USCCA Certified Instructor Paul Williams, which meets the MN BCA requirements for a concealed carry permit in Minnesota, you will learn about or be refreshed on the basics of self defense, home defense, and concealed carry.
This course is scheduled to last 4 hours in-classroom located at South Saint Paul Sportsman's Club. There is also a 1 hour range portion after lunch.
Upon completion of the class you will be issued a certificate you can use to apply for your Minnesota Concealed Carry permit. Certificate is also valid for Wisconsin, Florida, and other state permit applications.
NO LIVE FIREARMS ARE TO BE UNHOLSTERED/UNCASED DURING THE CLASSROOM PORTION.
Curriculum textbooks will be available to borrow during class, and can be purchased afterwards to keep.
If you have your own firearm, please bring that as well as 1-2 spare magazine and 50 rounds of ammo. If you do not have your own firearm, a .22lr pistol will be provided (including ammo) free of charge, with a 9mm option available as well. A limited number of glasses and hearing protection are available to share if you do not have your own.
Note: In the event of inclement weather (and at the instructors discretion), the class may be moved to an indoor range free of charge.
Range Fee (see below) and firearm rental included in this course pricing!
In this online Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals class instructed by USCCA Certified Instructor Paul Williams, which meets the MN BCA requirements for a concealed carry permit in Minnesota, you will learn about or be refreshed on the basics of self defense, home defense, and concealed carry.
This course is scheduled to last 3 hours in-classroom which is held virtually through Google Meet. There is also a range portion which will be individually scheduled for a later date (see details below).
Upon completion of the class + live-fire, you will be issued a certificate you can use to apply for your Minnesota Concealed Carry permit. This certificate may also be used to apply for your Florida, Wisconsin, or other applicable state permit.
After the classroom portion, contact the instructor to set up a time & location to perform the live-fire qualification. Recommended ranges (with pricing) are listed below: *South Saint Paul Sportsman's Club (South Saint Paul) - Free! *Stock & Barrel Gun Club (Eagan or Chanhassen) - $20 *HERO Center (Cottage Grove) - $20 *All other range locations must be cleared with the instructor and you pay any range fees.
For the range portion, if you have your own firearm, please bring that as well as a spare magazine and 50 rounds of ammo. If you do not have your own firearm, a .22lr pistol will be provided (ammo included) free of charge, with a 9mm option available as well. Safety glasses and hearing protection are also provided if you don't have your own.
Save a Life: Control the Bleed!
This Emergency Medical mini-class covers the essential (yet often overlooked) skills of treating severe bleeds that every gun owner needs to know. Includes substantial hands-on practice & simulations.
This class is instructed by USCCA & AHA Certified Instructor Paul Williams. You will learn about the basics of assessing and handling traumatic bleeding & puncture wounds from events such as a knife attack, gunshot, or car accident. Come learn and practice assessing a patient, applying different types of tourniquets, packing a wound, and other key skills.
This class covers a segment of the USCCA Emergency First Aid Fundamentals (EFAF) curriculum. Upon completion of this course you will receive a USCCA certificate card and be equipped to recognize and treat many forms of traumatic bleeding.
Save a Life: Restart the Heart!
This 1 1/2-hour Emergency Medical class covers the essential skills of evaluating and treating cardiac arrest and other life-threatening situations that everyone should know. Includes significant hands-on practice.
This class is instructed by USCCA and AHA Certified Instructor Paul Williams. You will learn about or be refreshed on the basics of handling sudden cardiac arrest. Come learn and practice assessing a patient, performing CPR, using an AED, and other key skills.
This class covers a segment of the USCCA Emergency First Aid Fundamentals (EFAF) curriculum. Upon completion of this course you will be equipped to recognize and treat a patient in cardiac arrest.
This introductory course is design for those who are new to firearms, new to handguns, or just want a refresher. Ages 12 and older are welcome, with those under 18 requiring a parent or guardian in attendance as well (maximum 2 children per parent/guardian).
Covered content includes the 4 universal rules of firearm safety; mechanics of how handguns function; shooting fundamentals (grip, stance, sights); and of course the opportunity to shoot either a low-recoil .22 handgun or popular a 9mm handgun.
NO FIREARMS ARE TO BE UNHOLSTERED/UNCASED DURING THE CLASSROOM PORTION.
This class is heavily focused on how to safely handle and operate a handgun. This includes practicing with simulation pistols while in the classroom prior to the live-fire experience.
Successful completion of this class allows you to register for the reduced-cost "Renewal" Permit to Carry course in the future.
This skills class goes into the fundamentals of how to shoot a handgun. Fantastic for the newer shooter and experienced shooter alike. In this class we will cover everything from basic range etiquette to practical range skills to challenge drills.
THIS IS NOT A DRAW-FROM-HOLSTER CLASS. NO REAL FIREARMS ARE TO BE UNHOLSTERED/UNCASED DURING THE CLASSROOM PORTION.
Students will be responsible for providing their own firearm along with at least 200 rounds of ammo.
Topics & Skills include: -Grip, Stance, Sights, Trigger refinements -Precision vs Speed -Malfunction clearing -Skill Drills (Bill Drill, 5-to-the-1 drill, SEB drill, etc) -And more!
Come learn to save a life with our American Heart Association (AHA) HeartSaver CPR/AED class. This fully in-person course covers the essential skills of evaluating and treating cardiac arrest that everyone should know. Includes hands-on simulations and evaluation.
This class is instructed by AHA and USCCA Certified Instructor Paul Williams. Upon completion of this course you will be provided with an AHA certification eCard (valid for 2 years).