Skill Level: 
  • This class will require you to have safe gun handling skills
  • You need to be able to follow directions from our coaches
  • You need to have a basic understanding of your firearms and have used it during practice sessions.
  • Understand the 4 firearm safety rules
  • Be able to load and unload your firearm
  • You have attended a "basic" firearms safety class and have shot at least 50 rounds.
Please make note that if you do not meet these qualifications then NO WORRIES, register for our ENTRY Level Pistol Essentials class and we will get you ready for this next step.
Gear List:
  • Pistol w/holster (strong side, inside, outside waistband or appendix is fine).
  • Holsters that collapse (leather, soft, etc.) when drawn will NOT be allowed on our range. NO SERPA HOLSTERS will be allowed on our range. Please make note that if you show up with any of the above, we will ask you to CHANGE so you can comply with our range rules. If you do not have a back up gun then you can CHANGE to a HK VP9 and a strong side Kydex holster that we will provide free of charge. Ammo not included
  • You can BORROW a H&K VP9 or VP9Sk and holster from us at NO CHARGE. Please contact me immediately to reserve this H&K 9mm pistol​
  • Concealment garment required. 
  • This is a holster class for shooters that are "new" to the concept. Student levels will vary so some students may, or may not, use a cover garment....this is up to Brian. Please bring one!
  • Holster: Appendix? Any loose shirt that fully conceals your firearm can be used as a cover garment
  • Holster: Hip or strong side? Loose button down shirt OVER a tucked in t-shirt can be used as a cover garment
  • We do not recommend carrying your firearm in other positions unless there is a valid reason. Open to discuss.
  • 50 rounds of factory loaded ammunition (always bring 50 extra rounds to class if you can)
  • Magazine pouch (if none don’t worry pockets work well)
  • A sturdy belt for the holster and magazine pouches (try your gear on prior to class)
  • Extra magazines: Double Stack x 2 mags and Single stack x 2 or more mags
  • Eye & ear protection (foam inserts or muffs – electronic muffs recommended)
  • "Back up” gun if you got it. If not, we will have a HK VP9 waiting for you to use​
  • Proper OUTDOOR weather attire
  • Hat with bill.... this is WHY!
  • Sunblock and bug spray (as needed)
  • Hydration and snack
  • OPTIONAL: Knee pads to use during after class RANGE CLEAN UP
Learning to Draw is The Complete Combatant's 3 hour class focusing on presenting your firearm from the holster while always practicing your FUNDAMENTALS as they are the key to everything!

This class is either taught by Brian OR Shelley and can be your "next step" in training after you have taken an Entry Level Pistol Essentials class, basics class from another instructor, new shooter class, safety class with live fire, and the like. Please read the required "skill level" below. 

Brian will occasionally use what is called "Coaches Eye" during this style of training. It can be an effective way to give meaningful feedback so we can make rapid improvements.

Concealment is the essential advantage that the armed citizen has in personal protection.

Learn, or revisit, the four positions of the draw, how to safely draw, and how to holster your firearm.

Learn the basic starting positions for the hands in a self defense draw.

The most important part for the armed citizen is to quickly access their weapon and make accurate shots.

  • Different holster positions
  • Clearing your cover garment if applicable
  • Getting a good firing grip
  • Open discussion on some of the popular holsters and their PROS & CONS
  • Efficiency
  • Using proper body mechanics to align the pistol for quick sight alignment
  • Dry practice
  • Live practice
  • Safe gun handling
  • Holstering safely
  • Recommendations of some outstanding holster manufactures

Learning To Draw:
3 Hour Clinic
$99 per person