03-31-20: NEW TM2020 Dates!
We have moved The Mingle to October 17 & 18, 2020 for obvious reasons. Hope everyone registered can still attend!
  • Saturday, October 17th 9am-6pm and Sunday, October 18th 9am-6pm.
  • Dahlonega is one of the most beautiful places on earth during the Fall.
  • Our Guest Speaker and Guest Instructor, Tiffany Johnston is a GO!
  • We will always have the option to reduce the round count to accommodate any ammo shortage. Right now, no course changes.
  • Will you be able to attend? I will need a YES or NO EMAIL by June 1st.
  • If you can't make it in October, we will be offering REFUNDS. Once again, I will need a YES or NO EMAIL by June 1st.
  • We will be extending the Nationwide Training Giveaway dates: Open NOW through October 14th, 5pm. We will pull the winners on October 15th, 2020.
  • We will also be extending the GLOCK PDL Giveaway dates: Open NOW through October 17th, 2020. Nothing changes but the date to pull the winner is now on Day 1, Saturday, October 17th, 2020. Don't forget to bring CASH to buy tickets at $25 each.
  • Day 1 raffle of the Conceal Carry Purses & "Like" items will go on as planned. This is for Day 1 attendees ONLY. Don't forget to bring CASH to buy tickets at $10 each.
  • TM2020 NOTCH hat sales will continue as normal. Please visit link for date details: TM2020 NOTCH Hats
  • Pretty much everything stays the same but the dates.
  • THANK YOU sponsors for supporting the decision to move TM2020 to a later date and THANK YOU for your support!

If you have ANY questions, please contact me. I am here for YOU and will answer questions as best I can. Stay positive, take precautions and lets get through these scary times as best we can.
Shelley

2020 Nationwide Training Giveaway will be open March 1st, 2020
2020 GLOCK Pistol Donation Letter (PDL) Giveaway will be open March 1st, 2020

03-31-20

​Hi ladies! The Mingle 2020 is going to be a blast!! Awesome trainers with an  outstanding presentation and blocks of instruction.

DAY 1= 7 FREE spots left!
DAY 2= SOLD OUT!

I have set up a waiting list on Eventbrite so please register for that if you want to be contacted if we have a cancellation (you will still need to contact me for participation approval and get link/codes). Once contacted by Eventbrite, you will have 3 hours to get officially registered before it moves to the next person on the list.

We are so very proud to announce that Day 2 of The Mingle 2020 is sponsored by HK USA for the 2nd year in a row! That means GIFTS and PERKS PERKS PERKS!!

Please CLICK HERE for general event information, who is invited,  basic info on past events, our featured charity, our Nationwide Training Raffle and our #photo contest.

Day 1 Saturday, October 17th, 2020 9:00am-6:00pm
Day 2 Sunday, October 18th, 2020 9:00am-6:00pm
Location is at our private range in Dahlonega, GA

9:00am-6:00pm Day 2 Sunday, May 16th, 2019 For FIREARMS INSTRUCTORS and EXPERIENCED STUDENTS ONLY (experienced shooters = embraces the 4 lifestyle safety rules, has taken a professional live fire class and is familiar with expectations on the line) .

BOTH Saturday and Sunday of The Mingle is held in Dahlonega. You can grab a hotel in Dahlonega, Cumming, Alpharetta, Johns Creek or anywhere in that area and still be under 45 minutes away! Here is a list of Hotels/Lodging in Dahlonega, GA that are only about 15 minutes from the range. Feel free to research other options and book your (refundable) hotel IMMEDIATELY as this little mountain town is very popular!

  • Only 28 spots available
  • $160 per person to train all day and to be entered into the HK pistol GIVE AWAY!
  • You WILL received Certificate of Participation to add to your Continuing Education  file!
  • 9:00am-6:00pm (arrive 8:30am)

Projected Day 2 schedule (will change as needed to accommodate):
8:30am Ladies arrive. Admin duties....
9:00am Review safety brief and medical plan. MUST be present
9:15am To the range to get your GEAR set up
9:45am Tiffany Johnson of Front Sight Press and Citizens Safety Academy
12:00pm 1 hour LUNCH
1:00pm Brian Hill of The Complete Combatant
3:15pm 15 minute BREAK
3:30pm Shelley Hill & Brian Hill: Image Based Decisional Drills, 5x5 Challenge and Standards!
5:30pm Pack up firearms and range clean up
5:45pm Closing statements, HK GIVEAWAY, pass out Certificates of Participation and SWAG Bags!

There are only 50 spots available on Saturday and 28 spots available on Sunday so we use the "first come first serve" system. We WILL have a waiting list so please make note that last minute NON-EMERGENCY cancellations will be frowned upon and any NO SHOWS will not be invited back.

REGISTRATION for The Mingle 2020 will be OPEN Jan. 2020.
  • DAY 1 FREE = Register HERE = 9:00am-5:00pm
  • Day 2 $160 EACH = Register HERE = 9:00am-6:00pm = You MUST attend Day 1 in order to attend Day 2.
  • Day 1 and Day 2 confirmation emails will usually be sent within 48 hours of registration.
  • You will receive a confirmation about 2 weeks prior to The Mingle.
Sunday Gear List:
  • Please note that this gear list is MANDATORY
  • You will bring a chair for Day 1 on Saturday. I will advise you to leave it for Day 2....YOU WILL NEED A CHAIR. If you are flying in then please let me know and I will have one available for you! If you are local then PLEASE bring an extra one to use if needed.
  • 400 rounds of ammo. NOTE: I always bring an extra 100 rounds when I attend a class
  • SACK LUNCH  (HK will provide snacks/hydration)
  • Pistol w/holster that will not collapse when drawn (strong side, inside, outside waistband or appendix is fine)
  • NO SERPA HOLSTERS or collapsible LEATHER holsters
  • Please make note that the range MAY be muddy due to inclement weather and/or previous rain fall so keep that in mind when it comes to foot attire. OH, AND there are tiny natural springs throughout the grounds that keep parts of the range moist
  • Concealment garment is encouraged but not required.
  • At least one spare magazine (the more the merrier)
  • Magazine pouch/carrier (if none don’t worry pockets work)
  • A sturdy belt for the holster and magazine pouches (try your gear on prior to class)
  • 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
  • A LARGE plastic bag to use as a barrier between your range gear and the ground (this is a life savor if the ground is wet). Consider bringing 2 bags so one can cover up your gear if raining
  • Hat with bill.... this is WHY!
  • Sunblock and bug spray (as needed)
  • OPTIONAL: Knee pads to use during "brass" range clean up
  • OPTIONAL: Flashlight
Day 2 is sponsored by HK USA!!! That means Day 2 PERKS PERKS PERKS!
  • Angela of HK will be at The Mingle Day 1 and Day 2 to spread HK joy throughout the land! Oh, and bringing PERKS to Day 2 of course....
  • SPECIAL HK SWAG!!!
  • HK will be sponsoring snacks and hydration (bring your own sack lunch)
  • HK is GIVING AWAY a VP9 or a VP9SK. You are automatically entered into the GIVE AWAY with your paid ticket.
  • You will receive a raffle ticket the morning of Day 2.
  • You MUST be present to WIN.
  • The winner will receive a GIFT CERTIFICATE to redeem her choice of either a VP9 or a VP9SK (follow HK's directions to the "T").
  • Please make note: You WILL BE allowed to reserve a VP9 (for FREE) to shoot all day on Sunday if you would like a bit more time on that style of pistol. If you would like to do this then please contact me after you register to reserve a VP9 and a holster

THANK YOU to Gabe New over at  KSG Armory for donating a GIFT CERTIFICATE to the HK Pistol winner so you caqn get a custom holster for your new gat! HEEEE! Gabe also donated 14 outside the waist paddle holsters to use during TCC classes. We chose this style holster because it is the easiest to put on and take off.

THANK YOU to our featured target sponsor......TargetBarn!! Last year they donated DOOR PRIZES but this year they donated all the targets for Day 1 and Day 2 on the range! WINNING!
Special THANK YOU to Chris North! He is our photographer/videographer for the 3rd year in a row. Chris competes in GADPA, he trains with professional instructors, he is a fan of practice and works very hard to be a marksman in competition and self defense. THANK YOU Chris for volunteering your time. Also a big thank you to Brian Garrett! Brian has volunteered to
help Chris this year.

Very special THANK YOU to our Instructors and Day 2 volunteers:
Brian Hill     Tiffany Johnson        Gedde Wilson       Elaine Cook
Ronnie Dodd       Claude Werner      Howard Marbury

The Complete Combatant follows Jeff Cooper's Rules of Gun Safety
RULE I: ALL GUNS ARE ALWAYS LOADED
RULE II: NEVER LET THE MUZZLE COVER ANYTHING YOU ARE NOT WILLING TO DESTROY
RULE III: KEEP YOUR FINGER OFF THE TRIGGER UNTIL YOUR SIGHTS ARE ON THE TARGET
RULE IV: BE SURE OF YOUR TARGET
ADD RULE V: LET FALLING GUNS FALL
  • Obviously, there are always exceptions to every rule but please understand that Day 2 is for experienced shooters (experienced shooters = embraces the 4 lifestyle safety rules, has taken a professional live fire class and is familiar with expectations on the line) and firearms instructors ONLY.
  • NO GUN HANDLING! Arrive with your firearm bagged OR holstered. At the beginning of Tiffany's block you will be given the option to un-bag your unloaded gun and holster OR to remove your carry ammo from your holstered gun and then re-holster. At the end of Day 2....vice-versa.
  • You MUST attend Day 1 in order to attend Day 2
  • Arrive 8:30am. If you are NOT present when we start the 9am safety brief  review then you will not be permitted to participate. There will be NO exceptions. You will be invited to stay and watch. EDUCATION is education!
  • This is NOT a public range. This is PRIVATE PROPERTY.
  • Go to the pavilion FIRST. Bring your gear, coolers, etc. 
  • Please make sure the GEAR LIST is complete.
  • Bathrooms and running water are available at the range
  • This is a rain or shine event
  • When you arrive, please pull through the gate and turn LEFT into the gravel parking lot. A volunteer will tell you where to park.
  • There is VERY little wi-fi/cell service so please leave in plenty of time. If you get lost...I CAN NOT be reached.
  • Please use Google or WAZE. We have NEVER had anyone loose their way using either of these apps
  • Photos and videos will be taken
  • Each student will be required to sign 2 HOLD HARMLESS/LIABILITY WAIVERS when they arrive.
  • The Complete Combatant's range is considered a "hot" range. Range Rules HERE
  • DO NOT contact the instructor direct with questions. All questions will go through Shelley Hill.
9:45am RANGE 1: GUEST INSTRUCTOR Tiffany Johnson of Citizens Safety Academy
The Four-Count Draw:
Defensive training often focuses just on “the fun part" (shooting). But before you can find your front sight, you've got to get your gun! This session will teach the four-step method of handgun presentation from concealment, specifically for practical defensive contexts. We’ll do lots of reps, both dry and live, to habituate the steps required to access a holstered handgun reliably, efficiently, and safely. We’ll also discuss the pros and cons of several different carry methods to help each attendee make informed decisions about how she can best incorporate concealed carry into her everyday routine.

Round Count: 100 rounds (this is a very generous estimate; we might shoot far less, depending on the pace of the class; we’ll adapt to the needs of the attendees)
1:00pm RANGE 1: Brian Hill of The Complete Combatant
Shooting at the Speed of Sight:
What dictates how fast you can shoot with acceptable accuracy? Size, distance and relative risk (missing) affect the available area of the target, but your ability to see sights will dictate the pace of your shooting. This block of instruction will focus on the 3 types of sight pictures, and how they relate to the 3 trigger speeds. We will shoot targets at different distances, sizes and partials, learning how to treat each with the proper respect, and efficiency. Particular emphasis on being able to shot sooner, with accuracy, in addition being able to perform under pressure. No matter your present level of skill, you will benefit from these fundamental concepts.

Holster work required and 200 rounds.
3:30pm RANGE 1: Shelley Hill of The Complete Combatant
Image Based Decisional Drills:
People carry a lot of gear but gear does not solve the problem….you do. There are very few range exercises for the private citizen that focuses on making lethal (live fire), less than lethal and non lethal decisions quickly. Our Image Based Decisional Drills are intended to fill the much needed gap in learning how to make decisions using images to provoke a response, decide which TOOL to use and then ACT on that decision. From the time that a bad guy chooses you, you will have a very limited amount of time to make a decision. THEY choose HOW and WHEN. Your actions need to be quick and decisive. With our Image Based Decisional Drills you get to…Make a decision. Choose your “action”. See the results and then think about the pros and cons of the decision you made in a safe environment.

We will be selling Image Based Decisional Drills SOON!!!!

"Holster start" and/or "purse start" and/or "table start" with 50 rounds.
3:30pm RANGE 3: Brian Hill
"Mixed Six" by Brian Hill:
The Mingle's "standards/qualification" will change each year. This course of fire will NOT be announced prior to GO TIME! We encourage you to take a photo of your qualification/standards target for your records and to continue your journey of high accuracy standards for yourself, your peers and your students.  This course of fire will be printed and given to you at the end of Day 2.

Holster work required with 15 rounds
"The Mingle Challenge Cards" RANGE 1: Shelley Hill
End of the day 5x5 Challenge
  • 2 relays
  • LOW READY start or DRAW FROM HOLSTER start.
  • 5 Shots     5 Yards     5 Seconds
  • All 5 shots must be in the FULL FACE of the card (no breaking the line)
  • We learned this awesome drill from Tom Givens of Rangemaster.
This is a very challenging drill to score 100% on during class. SO GREAT JOB! Shelley will sign and date your The Mingle Challenge Card!

The Mingle 2021 will be May XXXX from 9am-6pm so save the date!