CSAT: Tactical Pistol Operator
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safrog »
Mon Jun 11, 2012 1:56 pm
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Tactical Pistol Operator
CSAT – Combat Shooting and Tactics, Nacogdoches, TX
This was a fantastic course. I will try to summarize the 2 day...
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Thanks for taking the time for such a great write up!!
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Sat Jul 07, 2012 8:39 am
360 Tactical - Review
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Chris Brines »
Fri Jun 22, 2012 1:36 pm
I've taken one class, Fundamentals of Defensive Pistol 1 through 360 Tactical at Memorial Shooting Center in Houston. I've also been to one Tactical...
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Fri Jun 22, 2012 1:36 pm
Front Sight Nevada 4 day Defensive Handgun Course PICS<<<
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KinnyLee »
Tue May 29, 2012 12:24 pm
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For those who wants and honest opinion about the facility, it has been discussed here by another member.
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Thanks! Planning to go for a shotgun class next year. :fire
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Last post by KinnyLee
Fri Jun 15, 2012 1:06 pm
Practical Personal Defense course w/Longtooth
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FishInTx »
Thu May 31, 2012 6:44 pm
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I live in the Lufkin area and wanted some self defense training so I called Jerry Young, known as Longtooth on the CHL forum.
My son and I have...
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We had another session with Jerry yesterday and it was excellent as well. We covered carjackings, close encounters, multiple bad guys, moving and...
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Last post by FishInTx
Thu Jun 07, 2012 10:26 pm
Close Quarters Confrontations?
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smoothoperator »
Tue Apr 10, 2012 7:26 pm
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I wanted to see if anyone has taken this class. What did you think? I'm all ears. :bigear:
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What did you learn in the class that you didn't expect to learn?
I hope to take this class as well.
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Last post by fm2
Thu Jun 07, 2012 12:50 am
Free 4 day defensive handgun class
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KinnyLee »
Sun Apr 15, 2012 3:42 pm
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Well almost. ;-)
I am going to take a 4 day defensive handgun class in Las Vegas on May 21 - 24 2012 and I would like some one who has no problem...
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Hello,
I have offered twice. Schedule didn't seem to work out with anyone this time. I will write a report tonight or tomorrow.
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Last post by KinnyLee
Sun May 27, 2012 5:31 pm
Lonestar Handgun Advanced Weapons Training ( San Antonio)
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smtimelevi »
Sat Apr 21, 2012 6:35 pm
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Like the title says today I took the Defensive Handgun 1 class today. This class was put on by Lonestar Handgun of San Antonio. Technically Schertz...
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I also was in that Defensive Handgun 1 class on the 21st and also took the CHL class at Lonestar Handgun, they have a great and professional...
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Last post by rev210
Fri May 25, 2012 8:23 pm
MagPul Dynamics - 2 Day Dynamic Shotgun
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JaredW »
Tue May 15, 2012 6:33 am
Is anyone else going to be attending MagPul Dynamics - 2 Day Dynamic Shotgun Course this Thursday & Friday in Liberty Hill, TX?
I'll be attending;...
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Last post by JaredW
Tue May 15, 2012 6:33 am
Need help sorting out the endless array of training classes
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Chris Brines »
Sat May 05, 2012 12:16 am
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Hello,
I just got a CHL last week, and am in need of some defensive pistol training. There are SO MANY different options in the Houston area, I...
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I would highly reccomend Tom Estep (el gato on this forum). He would be perfect to introduce you to defensive shooting and he would also introduce...
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Last post by canvasbck
Mon May 07, 2012 1:29 pm
Gunsite "250" Defensive Pistol Class - My Experience
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Sangiovese »
Tue Mar 27, 2012 11:14 am
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I recently attended the 250 Defensive Pistol class at Gunsite ( ). It was an awesome experience, so I thought I would share my experience with those...
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Gunsite allows Priuses? rlol
The price total you gave.....that was for both you and your wife?
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Last post by The Annoyed Man
Sun Apr 29, 2012 9:19 pm
San Antonio area training locations
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rev210 »
Sat Mar 24, 2012 7:41 pm
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Is anyone familiar with any locations in the San Antonio area that offer advanced handgun courses beyond the CHL, I looked at the training link below...
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Thanks for the recommendation on KR training, I will check it out.
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Last post by rev210
Sat Apr 14, 2012 7:23 pm
Tiger Valley Level 1 Pistol Class
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M8_Carry »
Mon Mar 05, 2012 11:33 am
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I just completed the Tiger Valley 2 day Level 1 Pistol class in Waco, TX on the weekend of March 3/4, 2012.
I am not affiliated with Tiger Valley in...
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They are about midway between Waco and Mexia on 84.
I would ask them if they offer a subgun class. I don't see one listed on their website.
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Last post by M8_Carry
Mon Mar 05, 2012 7:59 pm
Travis Haley (formerly MagPul CEO) Training in TX
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safrog »
Thu Mar 01, 2012 3:28 pm
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Travis Haley's Haley Strategic is offering Adaptive Handgun One in central Texas in March.
Travis was the CEO of MagPul (and s Special Ops vet) and...
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:iagree:
Yeah, it's definitely pricey. But, 3 days and 1500 rounds...and knowing it's just a drive for me...well, I justified it since getting the...
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Last post by safrog
Thu Mar 01, 2012 6:14 pm
MAG-40 Course
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MasterOfNone »
Thu Jun 02, 2011 6:48 pm
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I just mailed my registration for Massad Ayoob's MAG-40 class. I decided it would be as much fun as any other vacation I could take, and I can always...
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Nice shooting! I only got the $1 bill.
Ray
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Last post by Luggo1
Mon Feb 27, 2012 4:15 pm
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Wed Feb 01, 2012 10:49 am
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Last post by goamerishield
Wed Feb 01, 2012 11:13 am
Practical Personal Defense is growing.
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longtooth »
Sat Nov 27, 2010 12:51 pm
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I have added a couple of hands to the staff of Practical Personal Defense. Bad Bob & Mean Mike just got out of prison & needed a job. They have both...
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You racist. You're going to hear from the lawyers representing their ethnicity. Why couldn't you choose a neutral color instead of making them an...
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Last post by Scott in Houston
Thu Jan 26, 2012 9:20 pm
Guardian Angel
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MasterOfNone »
Wed Dec 21, 2011 7:39 pm
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Is anyone familiar with Guardian Angel ? They currently have a 1-day dynamic carbine course on Gearhog for $60, and I'd like to hear if anyone has...
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I purchased that course on GearHog for my son and I. I would also like to know if anyone has info on them. Seemed like a pretty good deal for $60.00....
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Last post by MoJoeWrkn
Tue Jan 10, 2012 11:21 am
Tactical Medical training
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Divided Attention »
Thu Nov 17, 2011 9:24 pm
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I apologize if this is the wrong place, but really wanted to share this opportunity. I have no connection with this class other than I am excited...
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Thanks,
I'll be getting back with you,
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Last post by MoJo
Sat Nov 26, 2011 4:41 pm
Security Officer?
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dedeye »
Fri Sep 16, 2011 12:36 am
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I need some help! I'm looking to get a Security Guard/Officer Certificate and i was hoping someone here had one and might answer some questions i...
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Last post by gigag04
Fri Sep 16, 2011 12:38 am
ShivWorks Structure class, Bastrop, Sept. 3-4
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fm2 »
Tue Aug 09, 2011 11:48 pm
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I'm hosting SouthNarc in Bastrop, Sept. 3-4 for his AMIS class. This is a force on force class that uses airsoft to work the tactics of clearing a...
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We had a really good class this time. We were able to use a house to train in and that made the experience even better. The house had stairs, creaky...
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Last post by fm2
Tue Sep 06, 2011 12:09 am
Basic unarmed self defense for me and wife
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A-R »
Wed Feb 16, 2011 11:34 am
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As some of you know, my wife is steadfastly against obtaining a CHL for herself, doesn't like guns etc., but because she loves me she accepts my CHL...
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A-R,
Hopefully you have found a good self-defense course for you and your wife by now. I studied Okinawan Shobayashi Shorin-ryu karate, an Okinawan...
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Last post by strider67
Wed Aug 31, 2011 11:17 pm
Elite LES Practical Firearms Training
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cajunautoxer »
Thu Aug 04, 2011 3:12 pm
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I saw an ad on another site and was wondering if anyone has heard of them? My gogglefu isn't strong today. I need to take some courses to shake off...
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That's what I'm thinking but was seeing if anyone knew them. Maybe starting out and stuff not up yet
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Last post by cajunautoxer
Thu Aug 04, 2011 10:33 pm
In need of some fundamental training
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gregthehand »
Tue Apr 19, 2011 12:03 pm
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Me and my wife have been shooting a while but feel that we need some basic fundamental training. Can anyone recommend someone in the West Houston...
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+1 for glc shooting academy, as well as the folks mentioned at impact. I recently took glc's pistol 2 class and it was good stuff!
I was a bit...
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Last post by cbunt1
Wed Jul 27, 2011 11:43 am
Pistol shooting instructor question
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thatguy »
Fri Jun 24, 2011 4:00 pm
An instructor by the name of John Anderson came by The Arms Room last week with two students. It is the first time I have seen him shoot and he is...
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Fri Jun 24, 2011 4:00 pm
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Last post by KaiserB
Fri Jun 24, 2011 12:31 pm
Medical Training... Can You Save Them?
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Paladin »
Sat Apr 23, 2011 5:54 pm
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We Texas CHL's have spend time and money buying gun and survival gear and honing our gun skills... in the interests of protecting life... but have...
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17 years in EMS as a PM and flight PM and Im ashamed to say my BOB/MedKit isnt as up to par as it should be... But if its QuikClot ya need look no...
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Last post by Medic624
Wed May 04, 2011 10:09 pm
You missed a good one
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rbrecount »
Tue May 03, 2011 9:23 am
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Sat. Apr. 30 - Seven CHL holders got a taste of the training available from Instructor Daryl Smith in Victoria, TX.
Smith showed methods of carry...
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If you want some good info on lowlight technique... Rex Applegate's is a too often forgotten classic... Search for the section on House of Horrors...
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Last post by Paladin
Tue May 03, 2011 11:04 pm
Critical Defense Group NE of Dallas
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shooter1 »
Mon May 02, 2011 12:36 pm
Thought I would let you guys know of a new training facility just north of Greenville.
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I took the...
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Last post by shooter1
Mon May 02, 2011 12:36 pm
Knife class near north DFW
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beads »
Wed Mar 30, 2011 8:38 pm
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$ is tight so can't afford some classes I want to so wondering if there are some recommended knife defensive classes in the North DFW. I don't carry...
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If you don't mind running over to Mesquite, you can't do better than Joey Mackie at Self-Defense USA. All three of my offspring studied combat...
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Last post by Pug
Mon Apr 25, 2011 12:57 am
Self Defense Training in DFW
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pcgizzmo »
Mon Apr 18, 2011 4:28 pm
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I am wanting to find someone that teaches self defense classes preferably in the Ft. Worth area but possibly Dallas would work. I'm not looking for...
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Thanks... It's actually pretty close to me.
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Last post by pcgizzmo
Mon Apr 18, 2011 8:38 pm
Advanced Shooting near Abilene...
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ProjectKB »
Fri Jan 28, 2011 9:04 am
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Anyone know of any advanced shooting courses near the Abilene area? Willing to travel, just not willing to go to Fly out and pay $650+ for a Dynamic...
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There are two different advanced shooting schools in Weatherford that I have been through and do a very good job.
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Last post by wgoforth
Sun Mar 20, 2011 7:26 pm
Are there any certifications besides NRA?
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pcgizzmo »
Tue Mar 08, 2011 3:17 pm
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That are respected in the Firearms/Self Defense training industry?
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There are many certifications but I think experience is more important. That's true in technology too.
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Last post by Ameer
Tue Mar 08, 2011 6:48 pm
Where to get certified to teach NRA courses?
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pcgizzmo »
Fri Feb 18, 2011 11:52 am
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Is there somewhere in the DFW area to get certified to teach NRA courses such as home defense, basic handgun courses etc?
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Try HD Boar. Took my NRA pistol certification last November. They are in Red Oak.
Mike Dikovitsky is a great instructor and coach.
Good Luck.
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Last post by Jrangel
Sat Feb 19, 2011 11:39 pm
Beyond CHL and Active Shooter Survival Training - DFW Area
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Excaliber »
Tue Feb 15, 2011 5:25 pm
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Excaliber Security Services FearLESS Seminar Series
Excaliber Security Services offers our FearLESS Seminar Series on planning for, deterring, and...
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The classroom at GT Distributors is only available until 6:00 PM.
I'd be happy to offer evening classes if I can find a suitable evening venue in...
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Last post by Excaliber
Tue Feb 15, 2011 6:31 pm
Tiger Valley Carbine Feb 26-27
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txbirddog »
Sun Jan 30, 2011 10:52 pm
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DonnieT and I are leaving Dallas at 1PM on the 25th. Anyone want to join up?
Post responses here.
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I am using a M.O.U.T. chest rig I got off of Ebay. RRA Operator. I am so looking forward to the class. I will also be doing pistol training in April...
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Last post by txbirddog
Thu Feb 03, 2011 12:10 am
NRA Basic Metallic Cartridge Reloading Class
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by SRVA » Thu May 06, 2010 6:21 pm
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I will be hosting an NRA Basic Metallic Cartridge Reloading class in Conroe on May 15th. The class will begin at 8:30 and run for 8 hours. The class...
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:iagree:
DynaBlue and I attended the class yesterday as well. Very well done. We've now broken through our own personal hesitation, and are...
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Last post by OldSchool
Sun Jan 30, 2011 2:50 pm
Saulius "Sonny" Puzikas coming to the Impact Zone, May 21-22
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G.C.Montgomery »
Wed Jan 26, 2011 10:24 am
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This is a unique opportunity and highly recommended. Anyone who owns a Kalashnikov or AK-47 pattern rifle with thoughts of using it as your...
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I am going to one of Sonny's courses in May, but this one is in Austin. Was interested to see he will be at the Impactzone (but frankly, I find their...
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Last post by ELB
Wed Jan 26, 2011 8:19 pm
Training
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glenbo »
Tue Jan 25, 2011 4:29 am
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I went to Front Sight the first time last October and am now a life member. The training is solely for personal defense, at least in the course I...
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If anyone wants to know more about Front Sight, then I strongly suggest they search not only here on TexasCHLforum but do a google search. There's a...
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Last post by Charles L. Cotton
Tue Jan 25, 2011 10:53 pm
First Formal Training Class
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Dad24GreatKids »
Sat Jun 26, 2010 11:04 am
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I'm interested in taking some formal weapons / self defense training. Up until now everything I've learned has been thru informal methods. Is the...
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PM sent.
TraCoun
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Last post by TraCoun
Sat Jan 15, 2011 7:42 pm
Training roadmap
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silverbear »
Tue Mar 02, 2010 12:26 pm
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Hi all,
I have never had any type of formal handgun training. As I will be getting my CHL soon, I plan on regular practice session and would like...
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:iagree: Like a degree plan for college, what do you want to major in?
competitive shooting? if so, what type?
self defense?
etc
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Last post by RPB
Sat Jan 15, 2011 2:51 pm
ShivWorks class Bastrop Dec. 11-12
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fm2 »
Fri Dec 03, 2010 1:31 pm
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I am hosting SouthNarc in Bastrop,TX Dec. 11-12 for the AMIS class.
The AMIS class will explore use of cover, movement from one piece of cover to...
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OUTSTANDING class!!!! A little road weary/brain weary, so I'll keep it short, but we learned a LOT!!! in a weekend. I'll post up some pics & AAR...
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Last post by fm2
Mon Dec 13, 2010 12:14 am
Shiloh Range: Tactical One Class
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karl »
Wed Aug 18, 2010 10:46 pm
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I had a really great time tonight at Shiloh's Tactical One class, now moved to Wednesday nights at 7. Got some live practice with drawing from the...
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I have done this class at Shiloh a couple times and enjoyed it immensely. And you would be awfully surprised at how untrained and clumsy most of us...
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Last post by esxmarkc
Thu Nov 11, 2010 5:15 pm
ShivWorks PUC/ECQC1-2, Texas Oct. 15-17
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fm2 »
Thu Sep 23, 2010 12:56 am
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Hey everyone,
We are hosting SouthNarc @ the Impactzone range in Houston (actually NE of H-town, near Hempstead) next month. You can e-mail me...
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I'm glad to see you're still training with shiv works ferrel.
the class looked like they had a good day of training.
I haven't been to this site in a...
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Tue Oct 26, 2010 9:15 pm
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Last post by RapunzelYouPunk
Mon Oct 25, 2010 7:29 am
NRA Instructor Courses...
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chefkristian »
Fri Sep 10, 2010 11:51 pm
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Why are there none closer to Austin? I really want to take some of the NRA Certified Instructor courses (basic pistol mostly), but the closest ones...
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And a +1 for TraCoun's courses!
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Last post by Skiprr
Tue Sep 28, 2010 9:19 pm
Guardian Defensive Solutions (NW Houston)?
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HighHandicap »
Tue Jul 13, 2010 1:07 pm
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Does anyone have experience with Guardian Defensive Solutions. According to their website, they used to be two companies: CD Shoot and Guardian...
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I haven't been to Hot Wells in many months, and didn't know Cheryl had passsed. This is a shock and terribly sad. The Lamar family will be on my...
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Last post by Skiprr
Tue Sep 21, 2010 6:00 pm
KR Training - Great Experience - 08/21/10
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HighHandicap »
Sat Aug 21, 2010 9:01 pm
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I just took my first ever formal handgun training with the guys over at KR Training (Manheim, TX). I can't say enough good things about these guys...
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If you get the chance, try out their force-on-force classes... I hear they are top notch
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Last post by Paladin
Thu Sep 16, 2010 7:59 am
Krav Maga at Trinity Mills and Midway in N Addison any good?
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drjoker »
Sun Jan 17, 2010 6:59 pm
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Is Krav Maga at Trinity Mills and Midway in N Addison any good? Thanks. :tiphat:
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I might have to do some at home training before I get into something like this. I'm definitely going to be doing some homework.
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Last post by tetralaw
Tue Aug 31, 2010 5:53 pm
Good instructor in the Houston area?
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XD40SC »
Tue Jul 20, 2010 3:30 pm
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I've been shooting off and on for about 60 years (I'm 68) but I've never been very accurate with a handgun. Could anyone recomment a good instructor...
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Contact Elgato... He's not very close to Katy (Clear Lake Area) but well worth the extra drive time.
Skooter
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Last post by Skooter
Sun Aug 01, 2010 11:38 pm
Training in/around Austin?
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Fox800 »
Tue Nov 24, 2009 11:49 am
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Can you guys recommend any places to take some intermediate/advanced firearms classes around Austin? I already know of KR Training. Unfortunately...
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Hi
I haven't done them yet, I have done IDPA and IPSC in the past and want to get back into some more competitions..
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Tue Jul 27, 2010 10:33 am
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