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Author: Deron M. Boring
If you’ve been following the media hysterics of the recent legislation in Ohio that allows for armed teachers, you’ve probably noticed nearly identical talking points from mainstream media outlets.…
Author: Bruce Corey
You may be aware that ShootingClasses.com provides comprehensive administrative management functions for instructors to organize classes and reach students, as well as ways for students to find classes and instructors. But, did you know that we also provide complete communication services to facilitate the rapport between instructors and students.…
Author: Deron M. Boring
By the end of 2021, the United States will have at least 21 states allowing some form of permitless carry. Learn more about constitutional carry and some of the pros and cons of this trending topic.…
Author: Martin "Marty" Castellanos
If I had to choose one word to describe Russ, it would be “Classic”- in every way. He was a grouchy tattooed sailor, a streetwise veteran cop, an old-fashioned barber, and a mustached American Shooter of Irish and Italian descent.…
Author: Deron M. Boring
The phrase, “Stand your ground” is deceptive and misleading. More accurate terminology is “duty to retreat”, or better said, “the removal of the duty to retreat.” Learn more about the importance of having a clear understanding of what it means to act in self-defense…
Author: Keith Kolb
For anyone who has attended my concealed carry class, you may have heard me discuss a real-life story about a local Albuquerque man named Charles Baca. I use this scenario as an example to review the four rules for the use of deadly force.…
Author: Joel Gaines
Firearms instructors commonly hear the phrase, “I’ve been around guns since I was a kid,” when they ask students about their firearms experience. Unfortunately, that particular response doesn’t tell us much. Discover some new questions to ask to assess skill level.…
Author: Cameron Poter
Interested in 3-gun competitions? The phrase “3-gun” refers to the three separate firearms used in different stages throughout the match. Learn all about 3-gun competitions in this helpful guide for beginners.…
Author: Tiger McKee
We all know how important practice is. This is when you’re actually learning the necessary skills for defense. There’s no better way to learn how to manipulate your weapon than dry-practice; repetition, repetition and more repetition.…
Author: Fred Mastison
The 1911 pistol has a bad reputation and is faulted for being unreliable. We unpack this opinion with a brief history of the classic firearm and a thorough discussion of manufacturing techniques, price, and maintenance requirements.…