Michael Ellefson
Instructor # 2732797 | Elevated Tactical Solutions, LLC
Certified with the USCCA since 3/27/2022
Certification Renewal Date 10/9/2027
USCCA Certifications
- Concealed Carry & Home Defense
- Countering the Mass Shooter
My Biography
Michael Ellefson:
As a career martial artist and instructor (6th degree black belt in Aikido and 3rd degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu), Mike has dedicated his life to teaching and sharing his knowledge.
In addition to civilian training, he also works in the government arena providing Defensive Tactics and Officer Survival training to local and Federal Law Enforcement through his program P.A.C.T. (Police Applied Control Tactics).
Mike is a SME (subject matter expert) in Self-Defense/Self-Protection, Asset Retention, Weapon Retention and Applied Environmental Weaponry as well as a certified firearms and home defense instructor. In 2022, Mike successfully completed the USCCA Training Counselor Certification which gives him the ability to certify nationally recognized Conceal Carry & Home Defense Instructors.
As an instructor, Mike goes by the premise that your mind is the best weapon you can have. Training it properly will enable you to develop and retain skills that will help you keep you, your family, and your community safe.
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Successful completion of this course will enable you to apply for your conceal carry license for both WI & MN. Safety, home security, environmental assessment, legal issues and range time are all part of the course
This class is held at Bill's Gun Shop in Hudson WI and successful completion will allow you to apply for your WI & MN conceal and carry permit.
This course is designed to teach the basic skills necessary for safe ownership, handling, and storage of a handgun. During this course, the student will also learn the proper way to shoot the handgun, both semi-automatic and revolver. Please book this through Bill's Gun Shop & Range! And not on this site.
A common sense approach to developing a personal home protection plan. The small things that matter. Mental preparation. Eliminating weaknesses in your home preparation, and making a safety plan for your family.
This course is designed to provide Real Estate Agents with a concrete plan in case of an attack scenario while performing meetings with prospective clients, open house showings, exploring prospective listings, and traveling to and from locations.
This is an in-person training opportunity at the location of your choosing.
Approximately 2 hours class. 1 hour of training. 1 hour of question and answer with a subject matter expert.
This course (approx. 2 hours) is designed to instruct individuals and families (or community groups) on tactics and responses in the event of an active shooter/mass shooter scenario. The tenets covered in this course include:
Improve situational awareness while in public settings and to identify a possible threat situation before it happens.
Recognizing signs and behaviors that are a Red Flag in yourself and others
See Something, Say Something (the correct way)
Evaluating environments to determine safe escape routes and places to avoid
Tailoring the levels of awareness to your specific environment efficiently
How to respond quickly and decidedly during an event.
Applying your understanding of situational awareness to have a simple plan to stay safe
What to do, and what not to do during and event
If you have a firearm, what not to do. And what are your legal responsibilities
How to aid EMS and Law Enforcement while protecting you and your family/group
Mental drills and scenario training to codify your plan
What to do in the immediate aftermath of an event
What to do and not to do when help arrives
Basic Triage and first aid techniques
Recognizing mental and/or physical responses in yourself and others to render aid
Elevated Tactical Solutions, LLC ensures that the skills and knowledge shared in this class can help you and your family safely enjoy activities and events even if the worst-case scenario were to happen.
This includes how to properly develop and execute an Emergency Operations Procedure that will provide:
Methods to deter a potential Mass Shooting event before its started
Devise and implement the best possible physical protection protocols
Create a cohesive response plan in the event of a physical security breach
Best practices for mitigation after an event occurs with a primary focus on preventing loss of life
This proactive approach is backed with statistical data and approved resources from Federal Law Enforcement and the Department of Homeland Security to evolve your business, school or place of Worship a non-viable target for a Mass Shooter.
Elevated Tactical Solutions, LLC takes the psychological and physical ramifications of this training seriously. Our instructors present the material in a non-politicized emotionally intelligent fashion.
Range Qualification For USCCA Level 1 Basic Handgun Proficiency.
USCCA Level 1 Range Qual Course Description STEP 1: In-Person Training There is no substitute for in-person training with a certified firearms instructor. Every responsible gun owner should take an in-person class to truly sharpen his or her skills, build confidence and forge a protector mindset. Requirements: Take a two-hour in-person class of your choice with a certified firearms instructor. Simply return to this section of your Protector Academy training to add your course into your account after completion. STEP 2: Complete your Level 01 Shooting Qualification: Basic Handgun Marksmanship Course Overview: Marksmanship is a crucial foundation for any responsibly armed American. Now that you have completed your foundational training, it is time to test yourself on the range. (Note: The preferred method for completing this training is to go to a USCCA Partner Range and with a certified firearms instructor.) Remember, always follow ALL safe gun handling procedures and safety rules while you complete any drills. Always comply with any additional rules for your range Required Gear & Supplies: You will need (1) USCCA Silhouette Target (available in the USCCA Store) with 9-inch center, (50) rounds of ammunition in any caliber and your firearm. Train with your personal self-defense firearm whenever possible. Success Criteria: You must get at least 70% of your hits (35 or more) inside the 9-inch center. Course of Fire: You will now complete a series of basic handgun marksmanship challenges meant to test your accuracy at different ranges. There will be NO time limits. This is purely a test of your accuracy with your self-defense handgun. Stage 1: Put your target 3 yards away from you on the range. Fire 10 rounds at the 9-inch center circle. Stage 2: Move your target until it is 5 yards away from you. Fire 10 rounds at the 9-inch center circle. Stage 3: Move your target until it is 7 yards away from you. Fire 10 rounds at the 9-inch center circle. Stage 4: Move your target until it is 10 yards away from you. Fire 10 rounds at the 9-inch center circle. Stage 5: Move your target until it is 15 yards away from you. Fire 10 rounds at the 9-inch center circle. Assessment: If you successfully placed 70% of your shots (35 or more) inside the 9-inch center target, you have completed your Level 01 USCCA Qualification. (“Inside” does not include breaking the ring; shots must fully be inside the ring to count.) If you failed to get at least 35 shots inside the 9-inch center, consult with a certified firearms instructor who will be able to diagnose any accuracy issues and help you correct them. Then shoot your qualification drill again