WV/OHIO CHL

Jason Salyards |

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Includes Live Fire
  • Permit Certification

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What You'll Learn

This 8 hour course, developed by nationally recognized instructors and coaches, covers all the material needed to build a foundational concealed carry lifestyle, and satisfies the live-fire training requirement for Concealed Handgun License applicants in the states of West Virginia or Ohio. Utilizing modern techniques in a comfortable setting, students will maximize their learning on the following topics:

Classroom Portion

Safety Principles and Checkpoints Situational Awareness, Defensive Mindset, and Force Psychology West Virginia / Ohio State Firearm and Use of Force Laws Principles of Everyday Carry & Gear Handgun Mechanism & Operation Ammunition & Loading Shooting Fundamentals

Range Portion

Warm-up course of fire GUNTRY Handgun Permit Qualification course

This total course includes 8 Hours of Instruction, including a minimum of 2 hours of range time.  The Approved Training is Offered by a Certified  Handgun Instructor.

THIS COURSE IS PART OF OUR 32 HOUR GUNTRY DEFENSIVE HANDGUN ACADEMY

Students will need a handgun (We encourage students to bring the firearm they intend to carry after completion of the course; however, we have firearms available for rent for an additional $10 fee. Rentals will require ammunition to be purchased from GUNTRY), 100 rounds of ammunition (available for sale at the Range Desk. if you bring your own handgun you may use your own ammunition - no tracer ammo), eye and ear protection (we can provide if needed), and a holster for the handgun you intend to use (if you possess one).

Requirements: It is highly recommended that students complete Semi-Auto Pistol 2 before enrolling in the CHL Class

Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your scheduled class to begin the fingerprinting process. Please note that classes begin promptly on the hour. Those who are more than 5 minutes late to class will not be admitted and will need to reschedule. Thank you for your cooperation in adhering to our GUNTRY guidelines.

For a full refund, customers must contact GUNTRY at least 24-hours in advance. If customers call the day of a class, up until class time starts, we can offer a full refund to in-store credit or reschedule the class. If customers call anytime after class has started, we will offer a 50% in-store credit for the value of the class.

Cancellation Policy: Students are required to cancel at least 48 hours in advance of a class date in order to receive a full refund. Classes cancelled less than 48 hours before the class will not be refunded.

What We'll Teach

Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals

Lessons:

  • Developing a Personal and Home Protection Plan
  • Self-Defense Firearms Basics
  • Shooting Fundamentals
  • Gear and Gadgets
  • The Legal Use of Force
  • Violent Encounters and the Aftermath
  • Basic and Advanced Skills

Other topics covered: Personal Safety, Handgun Safety, Handgun Fundamentals, Handgun Operation, Handgun Selection, Physiological Reactions to Violent Encounters

Over 1 million students have taken the U.S. Concealed Carry Association’s course offerings across the nation. Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals is a comprehensive classroom course for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense. If you are new to handguns, this is a great introduction to everything you need to know to start your self-protection journey.

This course is a complete guide to understanding the basics of firearms ownership, safety, and nomenclature, and how it applies to home- or self-defense. After this class, students will feel confident to act as their family’s first line of defense in the event of a home invasion or other critical incident.

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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

  • Ammunition
  • Handgun
  • Holster
  • Extra Magazines

What is Provided

  • Targets

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  • Ongoing training to keep your family safe
  • Next steps you can take in your training to ensure you are prepared
  • Plus: Live Q&A with USCCA-Certified Instructors

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    "Our instructor Jason Salyards was very knowledgeable and an excellent weapons trainer. "

    Submitted on Sat, Apr. 12, 2025 by Dwayne J.