Class offerings

A training path—not a random collection of drills.

Detailed course pages answer the questions students actually have: who the class is for, what they will learn, what to bring, and where they should go next.

Beginner

Intro to Pistol

Foundation course

A calm, safety-first introduction for new handgun owners, first-time shooters, or anyone who wants to replace uncertainty with a repeatable foundation.

Duration4 hours
GroupSmall class
Preview price$145
ProgressionDefensive Pistol I
Key outcomes
  • Range safety and responsible handling
  • Controls, loading, unloading, and basic function checks
  • Stable shooting fundamentals
  • Simple practice plan for continued improvement
Recommended for
  • New firearm owners
  • Students returning after a long break
  • Anyone seeking professional feedback on fundamentals
  • Couples or family members learning together
Intermediate

Defensive Pistol I

Performance development

Build dependable gun handling and shooting efficiency through progressively more demanding exercises, coaching, and measurable standards.

Duration6 hours
PrerequisiteSolid basics
Preview price$195
ProgressionDefensive Pistol II
Training emphasis
  • Consistent presentation and recoil management
  • Efficient manipulation and problem solving
  • Accountability at practical distances
  • Decision-making under structured pressure
Student expectations
  • Safe, independent firearm handling
  • Serviceable equipment and reliable ammunition
  • Open mindset and willingness to be coached
  • Ability to remain active outdoors for the course block
Experienced

Defensive Pistol II

Advanced development

A higher-demand course for experienced students who already demonstrate safe, consistent pistol handling and want more complex performance challenges.

Duration7 hours
PrerequisitePistol I or approval
Preview price$235
FormatStandards based
Course structure
  • Baseline assessment and targeted coaching
  • More complex shooting problems
  • Accuracy, speed, and judgment balance
  • End-of-day performance benchmark
Best fit
  • Returning S.B.R. students
  • Experienced concealed carriers
  • Shooters preparing for competition or evaluations
  • Students wanting objective performance feedback
Beginner

Intro to Rifle

Rifle foundation

Beginner and intermediate-level instruction focused on safety, rifle mechanics, setup familiarity, reliable operation, and practical marksmanship.

Duration5 hours
GroupSmall class
Preview price$175
ProgressionPractical Rifle
Core topics
  • Safe handling and range procedures
  • Mechanical operation and basic setup
  • Supported and unsupported fundamentals
  • Maintenance and future practice priorities
Good for
  • New rifle owners
  • Shooters changing platforms
  • Students troubleshooting inconsistent performance
  • Small groups seeking a shared foundation
Intermediate

Practical Rifle

Rifle development

Refine reliable rifle handling and practical accuracy through deliberate repetition, troubleshooting, and progressively tighter performance expectations.

Duration6 hours
PrerequisiteRifle basics
Preview price$210
FormatPerformance based
Course goals
  • Reliable ready positions and presentations
  • Efficient reloads and stoppage response
  • Accuracy across changing distances
  • Equipment validation and feedback
Preparation
  • Arrive with a zeroed, reliable rifle
  • Bring eye and ear protection
  • Use a suitable sling and magazine setup
  • Review the published equipment list
Intermediate

Defensive Shotgun

Platform development

Build the confidence to run a shotgun safely and effectively, with an emphasis on equipment familiarity, recoil management, reliable operation, and accountability.

Duration6 hours
PrerequisiteSafe handling
Preview price$205
FormatOutdoor range
Training blocks
  • Platform setup and function
  • Loading, unloading, and ammunition management
  • Recoil control and accuracy
  • Reliability and equipment evaluation
Student fit
  • New or developing shotgun owners
  • Students seeking formal coaching
  • Owners evaluating a defensive setup
  • Small groups with similar experience
Experienced

Rifle / Pistol Combo

Integrated skills

A full-day class for students already comfortable with both platforms who want to evaluate equipment, transitions, and decision-making in one progressive course.

Duration7 hours
PrerequisiteApproval required
Preview price$245
FormatLimited seats
Course emphasis
  • Safe management of two platforms
  • Consistent shooting standards
  • Equipment placement and validation
  • Structured problem-solving exercises
Not an intro course
  • Students must demonstrate safe handling
  • Both platforms should be reliable and familiar
  • Prior formal instruction is strongly recommended
  • Instructor approval can be handled during registration
Custom

Private & Small Group

Individual coaching

A flexible training block for students who want focused feedback, a lower-pressure learning environment, or a session built around a specific platform and goal.

Duration2+ hours
Group1–4 students
Preview priceFrom $180
SchedulingBy request
Possible focus areas
  • New-owner orientation
  • Fundamental skill diagnosis
  • Equipment setup review
  • Preparation for a public course
Inquiry workflow
  • Collect experience and objectives
  • Confirm preferred dates and group size
  • Set equipment expectations
  • Send digital waiver and payment link
Not sure where to start?

The right class should challenge you—not bury you.

A short intake form can recommend the correct entry point based on experience, equipment, and goals.