Training Blog

One of the most important concepts we discuss in defensive firearms training—especially for people who live or work in cities—is backstop responsibility. It’s something many people hear about on a shooting range, but its importance becomes far more serious in real-world defensive situations. The reality is simple: Every round you

One question that occasionally comes up in concealed carry and defensive training classes is this: If a dog attacks you, can you legally shoot it in Illinois? It’s not something most people think about when they begin carrying a firearm, but dog attacks do happen. For armed citizens, it raises

Level 0 gave you the fundamentals. Handgun Level 1 connects your upper and lower body, so you can shoot from more than one position, turn to a target and work around a barricade. This is the full Handgun Level 1 pathway: every class in the level, the order to take

Handgun Level 2 is spatial awareness: shooting while you move, using cover and concealment, identifying what you are shooting at, and working in low light and under pressure. This is the full Handgun Level 2 pathway: every class in the level, the order to take them in, and the qualification

Handgun Level 3 is moving targets: leading a target, predictive shooting, the Hooded Drill, and three full-day exercises that put everything together. This is the full Handgun Level 3 pathway: every class in the level, the order to take them in, and the qualification at the end. Before You Start

Level 0 gave you the fundamentals. Rifle Level 1 connects your upper and lower body, so you can shoot from more than one position, turn to a target and work around a barricade. This is the full Rifle Level 1 pathway: every class in the level, the order to take