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FIRST STEPS PISTOL ORIENTATION

An opportunity for beginners to receive proper orientation to the Pistol.

PREFDEF COUNTERSTEP - DAVID MITCHELL SR
Instructor: DAVID MITCHELL SR

Fee: $50.00

Date: Friday - 6/27/2025
Time: 9 am to completion
Duration: 9:00 am to Completion

Location: PREFDEF COUNTERSTEP, at Partnered Training Facility

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(If a certificate is to be used to apply for a concealed weapons permit, input your name as it appears on your driver’s license or Government Issued ID to be used for identification.)

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Emergency Contact Info
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This course requires a Government Issued ID for identification.
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Terms and Conditions

Your information is private and not accessible to anyone at any time, other than the instructor for whose class you are registering. If the instructor determines that you do not meet the requirements, your credit card will be automatically refunded.

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Read Instructor Policies

Cancellation Policy
PART A
All classes are forecasted, which means the schedule for training is forward looking.  However, though forward looking, life circumstances cannot be predicted; which depending upon the nature of the circumstance(s), cancellation may be warranted.  It is herein understood that cancellation of classes as a whole is determined by the instructor for the benefit of all involved, which may include but are not limited to the following:
  • The unavailability of the Instructor/RSO.
  • The unavailability of the training grounds.
  • The absence of student materials, or training aids.
  • The minimum student registrations having not been achieved. 
Any of the above circumstances will trigger a credit to a future class date or class offering.

PART B
1.  Student registration for firearms education and training is considered a very serious endeavor; so much so, that expenses are fronted on behalf of the prospective student when they register for a class.  In point of fact, the student's seat and materials are paid for in advance in anticipation of the student's arrival, and for the ease of administrative in-processing.  However, the instructor may cancel a class for reasons that may prohibit the effectiveness or educational or training value of said class if in the instructor's view it is prudent to do so, which should ultimately inure to the benefit of the student primarily, and all others in general.  Such instances may be, but are not limited to:  the actual or threat of natural castastrophe's (i.e., flooded roadways/breaks/closures, power outages, earthquakes, mudslides, toxic fumes, forest fires, viral epidemics/pandemics, lightening strikes, etc.), severe weather warnings, hazardous road conditions, severe storms, torrential rains, lightening/stikes, floods, snow, ice, sleet; the destruction or impairment of the training or range facility or access ways, and the like.   

2.  Additionally, while classes may be cancelled, not all may be cancelled for the same reasons.  If a scheduled class requires live training or shooting on the range; it may be cancelled having been overcome by events such as:  hazardous or severe weather conditions, which being: snow, sleet, hail, torrential rains, flooded out training areas, and the like would make it impractical to conduct outdoors.  Decisions such as these are in the best interests of the prospective student as well as others that may take part in the instructional presentation or participation.  Furthermore, in like situations such as are mentioned herein of this paragraph, the registration fee will be credited toward an upcoming or future scheduled class date or class offering, as we cannot be responsible for Acts of God or other natural occurences.  Concomitently, responsible decision-making greatly contributes to a safer training environment for all concerned.

3.  Conversely, a scheduled class that does not have a live range component or live shooting requirement may not be cancelled provided the classroom environment is suitable for education, and/or simulation training, and may continue because there would be no live range or live shooting requirement to be fulfilled.

PART C
1.  Firearms training classes are filled on a Space A (Space Available) basis.  These spaces are limited due to size of venue, or range conditions, and/or availability of appropriate personnel to safely conduct training.  Once a class is full, no additional student will be accepted.  If a student fails to cancel prior to the class date or fails to show up on the date of the scheduled class, they may have prevented someone else from filling that vacancy, or availed space.  Please be sure to read the course description(s) carefully and completely, and adequately prepare for your training.  Furthermore, that necessary equipment is available (on-hand) to attend the training BEFORE attending the course.  If uncertain about any of the above, do not hesitate to contact the instructor.

2.  As a continuum, students are required to cancel at the least 48 hours in advance of their scheduled class date in order to be rescheduled for a future course, or class date. We understand that serious life events can arise such as: illness, family emergencies and/or other significant circumstances which may preclude a student's attendance for training.  Should this occur, simply notify us before the scheduled class date in accordance with the above, and the registration fee will be credited to an upcoming or scheduled event of choice.  In a like manner, without prior notification and/or less than 48 hours before the class date, no rescheduling opportunity will be available.  Therefore, it is very important the student communicate with the instructor regarding all forseeable instances.
Reschedule Policy
1.  If a scheduled class is rescheduled by the instructor due to situations or circumstances mentioned in the Cancellation Policy, rescheduling to an upcoming or future class date will be offered.

2.  NO SHOWS:  "No Shows" are defined as registered students who do not give prior notice of their intent not to show up for the scheduled course start time or fails to request the cancellation or rescheduling of their session, and/or who does not show up for the scheduled course without advance communication.  There will be no course transfers or rescheduling offered to the registered student that does not show-up.
Refund Policy
NO REFUNDS:
Course and registration fees are non-refundable. In the event a student is unable to attend a course and provides at least 48 yours notice, the fee may be transferred to another student or applied to a future course, where possible. Transfers or rescheduled class dates must be redeemed within four (4) months of the missed session. Two transfers are allowed per student per calendar year. "No shows" and cancellations less than 48 hours of the scheduled course or class date forfeit all transfer opportunities (Case by case).
Other Policy

SAFETY FIRST!
In all that we do, it is incumbent upon every participant to be vigilant, adhere to, and promote safety any and every where possible!  Safey is job-one.

SAFETY VIOLATIONS:

A Safety Briefing is given at the beginning of each class and before moving onto the shooting range.  Throughout the training session the Safety Rules will be re-emphasized.  If a student violates the Safety Rules and Range Policies and Procedures after having been briefed, the student will be dismissed from the training session.  No rescheduling opportunity will be extended.

THE TRAINING CONTINUUM:
Regardless of weather, unless hazardous conditions exist, training will continue.  In the event of inclimate weather, it will be necessary to bring weather appropriate clothing and gear with you.  The same applies for cool or cold seasons.  Please wear the appropriate gear to your training event; this will include foot gear that is outdoors, weather, and range appropriate; garments to shield the skin from hot brass casings and/or propellant (gun powder) residue.  Absolutely no open-toe shoes, flip-flops, or sandals are to worn on the range.  No exceptions.  Safety is job-one.

CLASSROOM:
STUDENTS MUST LEAVE ALL GUNS AND LIVE AMMUNITION SECURED IN THEIR LOCKED VEHICLE UNLESS OR UNTIL SPECIFICALLY INSTRUCTED TO RETRIEVE THEM.

RANGE:
PLEASE READ AND COMPLY WITH ALL RANGE RULES, POLICIES, AND PROCEDURES.

FAILURE TO TRAIN:
Any student who repeatedly displays improper gun handling skills after having been trained to an acceptable level of proficiency or behaves in an unsafe or irresponsible manner will be dismissed from the training premises.  No rescheduling opportunity will be offered.  There are no exceptions.  Safety is job-one.

MISBEHAVIOR:
Horseplaying and recklessness is absolutely prohibited.  Any student exhibiting childlike, or irrational behavior, or who is suspected of being under the influence of any intoxicants will not be allowed to participate in any training activity, and will further be expelled from the premises.  There are no exceptions.  No rescheduling opportunity will be offered.  Safety is job-one.

SPECIAL NEEDS:
Students that have special needs must bring with them the appropriate gear or implements to meet their special needs, to include water, foods, and/or prescribed non-intoxicating or non-mindaltering medicines needed for the duration of the training event.  Any medications, regardless of whether lawfully prescribed, that will alter a student's state of mind, or judgment, or coordination, or concentration will not be permitted to train.  There are no exceptions.  Safety is job-one.






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Read Instructor Waiver Requirements

Waiver
Students will review and sign a Safety/Release of Liability Waiver for Firearms Training upon arrival and sign-in.  If no waiver is signed, no class can be conducted.  There are no exceptions.  Safety is job-one.  The Waiver reads as follows:

In consideration of being permitted to: 1) physically participate in any program offered by David Mitchell, Sr., dba, PREFDEF COUNTERSTEP DEFENSE FUNDAMENTALS (hereinafter "PREFDEF COUNTERSTEP"); and 2) in so doing, enter any restricted area (defined as any area where admittance to the general public is prohibited), the Participant [or for minor participants, such minor's parent(s) or legal guardians(s)] agree(s) and acknowledges(s) that:
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2a.  There are risks and dangers associated with participation in firearms training/or firearms training events and activities that could result in bodily injury, partial and/or total disability, paralysis and/or death.

2b.  The social and economic losses and/or damages, which could result from the risks and dangers described above, could be severe.

2c.  Such risks and dangers may be caused by the action, inaction or negligence of the Participant or the action, inaction or negligence of others, including, but not limited to, the Releasees' (as defined in paragraph 4 below).

2d.  There may be other risks not known to the Releasees or which were not reasonably foreseeable.


3.  I/WE have elected to participate in the activities organized and sponsored by the Releasees and hereby accept and assume all risks and sole responsibility for any losses and/or damages that I/WE may suffer as the result of injury, disability, paralysis or death, however caused and whether caused in whole or in part by the negligence of the Releasees named below.  Furthermore, I/WE expressly acknowledge that any injury we may suffer as a result of such participation may be worsened or further compounded or increased as the result of rescue efforts or procedures undertaken by any of the Releasees.

4.  I/WE have the responsibility to inspect the facilities and equipment to be used, and if I/WE believe anything to be unsafe, to immediately advise Releasees of such condition, avoid the unsafe area and refuse to participate in any activity that I/WE believe to be unsafe. 

5.  In exchange for permission to participate in the sponsored activities of PREFDEF COUNTERSTEP, I/WE HEREBY RELEASE, WAIVE, DISCHARGE AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE PREFEDEF COUNTERSTEP DEFENSE FUNDAMENTALS, it's officers, employees, agents, and instructors; or any individual or entity associated with any other Firearms Training School/Academy, or training facility used by the Participant (including their respective owner(s), manager(s), promoter(s), lessor(s) and/or lessee(s), employee(s), or agents of any premises) to conduct any PREFDEF COUNTERSTEP firearms training event or program (all of whom shall be referred to as the "Releasees") from any and all liability to the undersigned, my/our personal representatives, assigns, executors, heirs and next of kin for any and all claims, demands, losses or damages and any claims or demands therefore, on account of any injury, including but not limited to the death or damage to property, arising out of or relating to (either in whole or in part) MY/OUR participation in any class, event or training sponsored or led by the Releasees.

6.  I/WE acknowledge and give to PREFDEF COUNTERSTEP DEFENSE FUNDAMENTALS and the Releasees, MY/OUR permission and consent to take, use, publish, distribute or copyright any photographic pictures, videos, or other images of or including, the undersigned (regardless of medium, form or format) in which I may be included (the "Image") in whole or in part or composite, created or made in conjunction with MY/OUR participation in activities organized or sponsored by PREFDEF COUNTERSTEP, either on websites or in emails or elsewhere for any lawful purpose.  I/WE further agree to waive any and all right that I/WE may have to the prior inspection and/or approval of, any Image (preliminary or final) referred to herein.  I/WE further release the Releasees' (including any photographer or other person who captured My/Our Image) from any claim for remuneration associated with MY/OUR Image or its capture.  Lastly, I/WE acknowledge that this release was freely given and executed.

7.  I/WE further agree that the foregoing release, waiver, and indemnity agreement is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by the law of the Commonwealth or State in which the event is conducted and that if any portion is held invalid, it is agreed that all remaining terms of this Release and Waiver of Liability shall continue on in full legal force and effect.

8.  In the event that Participant is a minor,  I/WE (as the parent or legal guardian(s) of a minor Participant) acknowledge and agree that in the event (and despite this Release), said minor Participant makes an actual claim against any of the Releasees, that I/WE shall reimburse any Releasee for any and all amounts (including any awards, settlement, costs or expenses) incurred by Releasees in defending against Participant's claim and hold them harmless.

I/WE HAVE READ THIS RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY AND FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS.  I/WE FURTHER UNDERSTAND THAT I/WE FURTHER UNDERSTAND THAT I/WE WILL GIVE UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING IT IN ADDITION, I/WE CAN STATE THAT I/WE HAVE SIGNED THIS AGREEMENT FREELY AND VOLUTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT, ASSURANCE, OR GUARANTEE BEING MADE TO ME/US AND INTEND MY/OUR SIGNATURE TO BE COMPLETE AND UNCONDITIONAL RELEASE OF ALL LIABILITY TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW.
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Referral Information (Optional)
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Comments

Please let the instructor know any medical conditions, handicaps, or special needs the instructor should be aware of.

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Payment

Course Fee: $50.00

Add Ons: $0.00

Total: $50.00

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