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lildave40,

I don't know what part of Houston you may be in or may be willing to travel to for training experiences. There are opportunities to engage in non-static handgun training in several places, I would think. Some of these opportunities might be engaging in IDPA/LSSA/USPSA type matches where you are drawing and engaging multiple targets in a given scenario. Other opportunities might be sessions focusing on specific skills -- presentation (drawing from a holster), engaging one or more targets, use of cover and concealment, malfunction drills, low light classes, etc... Also, you might look for the NRA Personal Protection Outside the Home course. It includes not only a lot of good information, but also range time drawing from concealment and engaging targets.

I live out in Spring/The Woodlands. Out this direction I can attest to the offerings at Conroe Shooting Academy. With this group (actually with the founders at a former location) I have taken my CHL and NRA training, including RSO, CRSO, Basic Pistol, Personal Protection Inside the Home, Personal Protection Outside the Home, BIT and Basic Pistol Instructor. I have also attended courses/skill development sessions as described above and also for defensive shotgun and defensive carbine. Conroe Shooting Academy also has active youth and women's programs.

The academy where I am studying Kenpo also has a weapons club which features somewhat less structured firearms skill development range sessions as well as a relatively new women's program. My wife leads a ladies' group at the academy, and I assist with the non-gender-specific stuff. PM me if you'd like more details.

If you are in another area of town or looking for offerings elsewhere, I sincerely hope someone answers with more options for you.

Best Regards,