Sam Brooks

Students must sign up in-person at the store no later than 7 pm the day before the class. Class will be held on one day and then students will need to schedule the one-on-one live fire portion for a separate day (2 people max if you attended the class with another student). The class fee covers range time, textbooks, ear/eye protection and gun rental except the ammunition.

Donuts and coffee will be provided in the morning.

What exactly is “constitutional carry” and how does it affect me? With more and more states passing constitutional carry and similar laws, it’s important to know what you can and can’t do if it passes in your state or if you decide to relocate to a state with the law, as well as the legal use of force.

When EMS personnel and the emergency room are minutes (or longer) away, it can mean the difference between life and death. Whether you’re a new student, just in need of a refresher or acquiring your first aid certification for your job, this course is perfect for you! In this class, we explain the proper way to assess a patient, as well as, the proper way to deal with significant issues such as serious bleeding, chest injuries, a compromised airway, spinal injuries, broken bones and more.

Whether you’re planning an event or would like one-on-one instruction, in this class, you’ll learn the basics of handling a handgun through the use of a SIRT pistol (there is no live fire during this class). We’ll cover a variety of topics such as stance, grip, natural point of aim, sight alignment, trigger pull, and much more.

Whether your child is about to start high school or is already in high school, this class is perfect for them and you as the parent. This mini-class will cover topics such as the color codes of awareness, areas to avoid (ex: low-lit vs. well-lit areas), etc.

Whether your child is about to start college or is already in college, this class is perfect for them and you as the parent. This mini-class will cover topics such as the color codes of awareness, areas to avoid (ex: low-lit vs. well-lit areas), etc.

This is part 2 of our Women’s Basic Pistol course. In the intermediate pistol class, we’ll be incorporating all of the fundamentals that was taught in the basic class with additional drills while on the range using live fire.

This is part 3 of the Women’s Handgun and Self-Defense course. In order to sign up for this class, you must have a valid CPL / CCW. Along with the drills that we’ve covered in the previous two classes, we’ll introduce you to tactical and speed reloading, drawing from a holster / concealment, shooting from cover and various positions, and much more.

This lesson will introduce you to the basics, including a visual overview of the fundamentals for accurate and safe shooting. You’ll learn the basic anatomy of a handgun, proper stance, loading a magazine, sight alignment, and trigger pull where you’ll finish with a live fire session that ranges from 3 feet to 7 yards (the typical distance for a self-defense encounter). The goal of this lesson is to de-mystify what can sometimes feel like a topic reserved for experts. This course takes 1 – 1.5 hours to complete. Contact us to schedule a time slot.

This lesson will introduce you to the basics, including a visual overview of the fundamentals for accurate and safe shooting. You’ll learn the basic anatomy of a handgun, proper stance, loading a magazine, sight alignment, and trigger pull where you’ll finish with a live fire session that ranges from 3 feet to 7 yards (the typical distance for a self-defense encounter). The goal of this lesson is to de-mystify what can sometimes feel like a topic reserved for experts. This course takes 1 – 1.5 hours to complete. Contact us to schedule a time slot.

If it's time to renew your MI CPL, we'll be covering the legal portion and then going to the range to re-qualify.

Leave any and all weapons (i.e. firearms, pepper spray, knives, tasers, etc) and ammunition in your vehicle until given instruction by the RSO and instructor.

Bring your handgun and 100 rounds of ammo. We'll only have a limited amount of 22LR and 9mm ammo as well as a couple handguns that you can rent so it's first come, first served.

Topics include a detailed explanation of what students should know avoiding, escaping, and defending against an attacker, and even what the student should know about their obligations under the law when it comes to the legal right to use force. Brooks then explains and demonstrates a number of methods of drawing a firearm from a holster. Three different types of reload methods are demonstrated. This lesson is also concluded with a number of on and off the range drills, including learning how to use cover and concealment, and even how to shoot on the move.

There's one important place that you should always feel safe...your home! Topics include developing a personal and home protection plan, firearm basics, legal use of force, what happens during a violent encounter and its aftermath, and the various gear and gadgets for your firearm.

Topics include, but isn't limited to, a basic understanding of the AR platform, pros and cons of AR rifles vs. AR pistols, various calibers, and gear and gadgets. The goal is to de-mystify what AR's have been portrayed to be.

This is part 1 of the Countering the Mass Shooter Threat course. Whether the class is for your house of worship, business, school or family, our goal is to de-mystify the data so that you can prepare for the worst-case scenario.

This is part 2 of the Countering the Mass Shooter Threat course. Whether the class is for your house of worship, business, school or family, our goal is to present the steps that are necessary in a way that you can prepare for the worst-case scenario.

Topics include, but isn't limited to, gauge definition, ideal shot size for home defense and shotgun chokes, as well as, some ideal defensive shotguns to choose from.

This course will prepare you with the knowledge of how to provide for the needs of you and your loved ones when the unthinkable - hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, civil unrest, logistical strikes, pandemics - happens. Learn how to survive for the first 72 hours, the next thirty days and beyond.

Real estate agents face a significant risk of being attacked while on the job and are searching for ways to stay safe.

*How to identify job-related activities that put agents at risk of an attack *The finer points of tuning into their environment through situational awareness, helping them avoid a potentially violent encounter *Commonly used cellphone safety features and apps that can be used to keep agents safe *The legal use of force and what criteria must be met before an agent can use reasonable or deadly force, plus the potential consequences that could follow *Armed, unarmed and less-lethal defensive options

Many Americans have chosen to simply hide knowledge about guns from our youth. But building a keen appreciation and respect for firearms from an early age is key to helping the next generation embrace their Second Amendment rights and build a safety-focused approach to guns.

This course will teach you how to make the topic of firearms and safety a positive, welcoming and fun experience for the entire family. You will learn how to introduce your own family to the world of firearms ownership, the gun-safety rules, basic terminology and an understanding of how to properly use firearms.

Whether you are a parent or a grandparent, you will feel confident in your ability to educate and empower the next generation.

This class will give you a condensed overview of: *Know the Signs – What are the risk factors, indirect indicators, and direct indicators that a mass shooting is being planned or about to take place?*Statistics from the last 20 years – What are the patterns that have emerged? *Proposed Solutions for Countering the Threat – Would they really have worked to prevent any of the previous mass shootings?

Did you recently purchase your first red dot and are in need of assistance sighting your handgun? Or are you trying to decide whether a red dot might be right for you? Whether you have a CPL and are looking to add a red dot to your everyday carry or are getting started in the world of red dot sights, this is the perfect class for you! In this class, we'll be covering a variety of topics including, but not limited to, different brands, how to sight in your red dot, and the pros and cons of having a red dot.