Saavon Spratley
Instructor # 4098862 | Tailor-Made Tactical
Certified with the USCCA since 6/22/2025
Certification Renewal Date 6/22/2027
USCCA Certifications
- Concealed Carry & Home Defense
My Biography
TailorMade Tactical Solutions provides professional firearms training with a focus on concealed carry, home defense, and personal safety. Led by a USCCA-certified instructor with over 10 years of private security experience, we specialize in real-world, scenario-based instruction designed for both beginners and experienced shooters. Our mission is to equip everyday people with the skills, legal knowledge, and confidence to protect themselves and their loved ones responsibly. We offer Virginia CCW classes, private and group range sessions, firearm safety fundamentals, and in-depth education on use-of-force laws. Classes are tailored to your needs, pace, and goals. Train smart. Defend with confidence. Protect what matters.
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This 5-hour course covers the critical knowledge and skills every responsible gun owner must have. You'll learn the legal definition of justified use of force, Virginia CCW (Concealed Carry Weapon) laws, and how to avoid legal pitfalls in real-world encounters. Beyond classroom instruction, students will engage in scenario-based training using realistic props to simulate real-life confrontations—helping you build muscle memory for reacting under pressure.
Expect elevated heart rate drills, simulated stress responses, and hands-on practice in making split-second decisions when it matters most. This class is designed to prepare you mentally, legally, and physically to carry and use your firearm responsibly and effectively. Legal definitions of self-defense, deadly force, and reasonable fear
State-specific firearm laws
Shoot/don’t shoot training using real-life scenarios
Recognizing imminent threats
De-escalation techniques and verbal commands
Post-incident actions: calling 911, statements, legal rights
Tailor Made Tactical's Basic Training course is designed for beginners and new gun owners who want to build a strong foundation in firearm safety, handling, and responsible self-defense. This hands-on class covers the essential skills every responsible gun owner needs to confidently operate and carry a firearm. Live Fire Training at local range (Please refer to Basic firearms training I , if not comfortable with live fire yet)
This course transitions you from target practice to real-world defensive shooting. Learn how to grip, draw, and fire your handgun under stress, and gain skills to respond quickly and effectively during high-pressure situations. Whether you're considering concealed carry or just want to defend your home, this is the next level of protection.
Tailor Made Tactical's Basic Training course is designed for beginners and new gun owners who want to build a strong foundation in firearm safety, handling, and responsible self-defense. This hands-on class covers the essential skills every responsible gun owner needs to confidently operate and carry a firearm. No live fire (Refer to basic firearms training II for live fire training)
What You'll Learn
Introduction to Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals is a comprehensive Introductory firearms course for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense. The course is a complete guide to understanding conflict avoidance and situational awareness; home security and home defense; handgun and shotgun shooting fundamentals.
-This course introduces to the students the basic understanding of handguns, their functions and operation, and fundamentals of shooting safely and effectively.
This course will also familiarize gun owners with:
The Virginia Code state law Statue 18.2-279 thru 18.2-311 Virginia Concealed Carry Law for concealed weapon carry. Training in this course includes: Practical Application (PRAC-APP)
Aspects of safe gun handling (Universal Gun Rules) Cycle of Operation (Semi Automatic Pistol) Components of a handgun Disassemble/Reassemble a Handgun Grip/Stance Sight Alignment/Sight Picture Trigger Control Breathing Magazine Loading Chambering Rounds into a Firearm Basic fundamentals of pistol shooting
Cancellation Policy: Students are required to cancel at least 7 days in advance of a class date in order to receive a full refund. Classes cancelled less than 7 days before the class will not be refunded.