Pistol 1 is designed for those who are ready to learn how to fight with their pistol! There is a difference between shooting a gun and fighting with a gun. If you carry a pistol for self defense, this class is for you. Pistol 1 will consist of lecture, dry practice, and live fire. Topics will include safety, martial firearms handling, loading and reloading, malfunctions, one-handed and two-handed shooting, shooting from retention, shooting while moving, using cover and concealment, tourniquet application, situational awareness, defensive mindset, and more. 
 
Although this class has no prerequisite, we ask that students have at least some basic experience with handling a pistol before attending this class. If you are brand new to pistols, please check out our Pistol 0 class. This will get you comfortable and ready for Pistol 1.
 
Where:
The locations of our classes are noted in the "Date" selection menu. Addresses to the venues at which we regularly teach can be found beneath the "What To Bring" list on this page. In the event that we hold a class at a venue that is not on our list, we will provide the venue's address via email.
 
When:
Unless otherwise stated, instruction will begin at 9am and end at about 5pm on their respective dates. We recommend that students arrive a little early in order to check in and sign waivers prior to the beginning of instruction.
 
If you are purchasing multiple spots in a class, please be sure to add all participants' names when adding to cart as you wish them to be presented on the certificates.
 
*Pursuant to West Virginia code §61-7-4(e)(3), Pistol 1 meets all requirements for the mandatory training to obtain a Concealed Handgun License.