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Urban Survivor

Jim Gregg

BACKGROUND: Civilian, Military, Law Enforcement, Instructor, First Responder (Fire / EMS), Gov’t Employee / Contractor

19 Years Instructing

PH: 724 331 7521


Available Courses

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AR-15 for Home and Civil Defense
Carbine 1
Basic, Rifle, USCCA Courses, In Home Defense Training Basic
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Carbine 2. Dynamic Use of the AR-15 and MSR
Explore the capabilities of America’s Gu…
Intermediate, Rifle, USCCA Courses, In Home Defense Training, Scenario Based Training, LEO / MIL / SEC Courses, Scenario Based Training (Simunitions, Man Marking Cartridge) Intermediate
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Defensive Revolver
Making the wheel gun work for self defen…
Basic, Intermediate, Concealed Carry Training, USCCA Courses, In Home Defense Training, Specialty Other Basic
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Handgun Refresher / Pistol 1B
Let’s get you back on the range
Basic, Concealed Carry Training, USCCA Courses Basic
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Intermediate Pistol Level 2A - Concealed Carry
A must-have class for those that are con…
Intermediate, Concealed Carry Training, USCCA Courses Intermediate
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Intermediate Pistol Level 2B
Dynamic Shooting Concepts
Intermediate, USCCA Courses, Scenario Based Training Intermediate
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Introduction to Clay Sports
Basic skills for trap, skeet and sportin…
Basic, Shotgun, USCCA Courses, Specialty Other Basic
Next class: May 4
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Level 1 Handgun / Basic Pistol Training
A beginners introduction to shooting a h…
Basic, Concealed Carry Training, USCCA Courses, Seminars / Lectures Basic
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Level 1 Handgun / Basic Pistol Training SOCO
A beginners introduction to shooting a h…
Basic, Concealed Carry Training, USCCA Courses, Seminars / Lectures Basic
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Level 2 A&B Concealed Carry/ Dynamic Shooting
Intermediate, Concealed Carry Training, USCCA Courses, In Home Defense Training, Scenario Based Training Intermediate
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Level 2A&B SOCO EXCLUSIVE Dynamic Concealed Carry
Intermediate, Concealed Carry Training, In Home Defense Training, Scenario Based Training Intermediate
Next class: Jun 2
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NRA Range Safety Officer Certification
Officially sanctioned and taught by the…
NRA Courses N/A
Next class: Jun 22
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Tactical Shotgun
Using the shotgun for home and self-defe…
Basic, Intermediate, Shotgun, USCCA Courses, In Home Defense Training, Scenario Based Training Basic
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About Urban Survivor

  • Retired Trooper and former firearms instructor for the Pennsylvania State Police 

  • Owner, Urban Survivor Defensive Training LLC
    Sig Master School, FBI Instructor School, Sig and Glock Armorer 

  • Author, “Concealed Carry for the Plain Clothes Officer”

  • Published in NRA magazines frequent trade show speaker  

  • Nationally Recognized Speaker on Body Language, Perceptions of Human Behavior, Human Contact and Interactions and Active Intruder

  • Certified Police Trainer in Firearms, Defensive Tactics, Crisis Respons
  • Speaking invitations include, North Carolina State Police, The Alaska State Trooper Academy, N.H.T.S.A. National DUI Conference, PA State DUI Conference, Texas A&M, Carnegie Mellon University, U.P.M.C., Westmoreland County Community College, Westmoreland County Chamber of Commerce, Indiana University of Pennsylvania and multiple local police academies.

Courses Taught

Concealed Carry Training, Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, Rifle, Shotgun, In Home Defense Training, LEO / MIL / SEC Courses, Seminars / Lectures, Tactical Casualty Care (TCCC / TECC)


Class Instructors

Amanda Kowatch

Amanda Kowatch

Amanda has been a certified firearms instructor for a decade and is a founding member of Urban Survivor. She specializes in handguns and new shooters but is well disciplined in all platforms. Amanda’s background includes training in martial arts, first aide, threat mitigation, situational awareness, conflict avoidance, disaster preparedness, and much more. Amanda is a NRA Master Pistol Instructor, NRA Range Safety Officer, USCCA Concealed Carry and Home Defense Firearms Instructor.


Kathy Gregg

Kathy Gregg

Kathy has multiple certifications including NRA Pistol Instructor and Range Safety Officer. She has decades of experience in trap and sporting clays, and is a high school trap coach. She is also working towards USCCA certification in multiple disciplines.


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Certifications

NRA MASTER
SIG MASTER PISTOL
SIG MASTER RIFLE
GLOCK ARMORER
SIG ARMORER
Retired PSP Trooper/ Academy Instructor
Author "Concealed Carry for the Plain Clothes Officer"
19years LE instruction
10 years Civilian Instruction

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Policies

Cancellation Policy

Any cancellation or rescheduling made by Urban Survivor will be fully refunded to the student.  Cancellations reasons include severe weather or instructor illness.  We will be training in inclement weather and absent active lightning the class will proceed. Cancellations made by the student 5 (five) full days prior to the start of class will be fully refunded minus an enrollment processing fee. Cancellations made by the student with less than 5 days’ notice will be offered a rescheduled class as availability permits. Cancellations or no shows with less than 24 hours from the start of class will be forfeited.

An enrollment can be substituted for another person with prior authorization from the instructor.

Reschedule Policy

Any cancellation or rescheduling made by Urban Survivor will be fully refunded to the student.  Cancellations reasons include severe weather or instructor illness.  We will be training in inclement weather and absent active lightning the class will proceed. Cancellations made by the student 5 (five) full days prior to the start of class will be fully refunded minus an enrollment processing fee. Cancellations made by the student with less than 5 days’ notice will be offered a rescheduled class as availability permits. Cancellations or no shows with less than 24 hours from the start of class will be forfeited.

An enrollment can be substituted for another person with prior authorization from the instructor.

Refund Policy

Any cancellation or rescheduling made by Urban Survivor will be fully refunded to the student.  Cancellations reasons include severe weather or instructor illness.  We will be training in inclement weather and absent active lightning the class will proceed. Cancellations made by the student 5 (five) full days prior to the start of class will be fully refunded minus an enrollment processing fee. Cancellations made by the student with less than 5 days’ notice will be offered a rescheduled class as availability permits. Cancellations or no shows with less than 24 hours from the start of class will be forfeited.

An enrollment can be substituted for another person with prior authorization from the instructor.

Other Policy

Any cancellation or rescheduling made by Urban Survivor will be fully refunded to the student.  Cancellations reasons include severe weather or instructor illness.  We will be training in inclement weather and absent active lightning the class will proceed. Cancellations made by the student 5 (five) full days prior to the start of class will be fully refunded minus an enrollment processing fee. Cancellations made by the student with less than 5 days’ notice will be offered a rescheduled class as availability permits. Cancellations or no shows with less than 24 hours from the start of class will be forfeited.

An enrollment can be substituted for another person with prior authorization from the instructor.

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Waiver

                                                                    URBAN SURVIVOR, LLC     
                                                           FIREARMS TRAINING AGREEMENT      
                                                        RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY


URBAN SURVIVOR LLC AND ITS INSTRUCTORS WILL PROVIDE TRAINING AND INSTRUCTION ON THE BASIC USE OF A FIREARM AND TOPICS ASSOCIATED WITH LAWFUL USE, TRANSPORTATION, AND STORAGE OF A FIREARM.  CONCEALED CARRY ISSUES ARE A LEGAL MATTER AND PARTICIPANTS SHOULD SEEK OUT THE ADVICE OF AN ATTORNEY OR A COUNTY OFFICIAL IN CHARGE OF CONCEALED WEAPONS CARRY.  THE INSTRUCTORS AND URBAN SURVIVOR LLC WILL NOT PROVIDE LEGAL ADVICE OR OPINION. THE INSTRUCTORS ARE NOT REPRESENTING ANY LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY.

WARNING: THIS DOCUMENT LIMITS YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS.  CONSULT WITH AN ATTORNEY BEFORE SIGNING.  THE USE OF A FIREARM CAN BE DANGEROUS.

I hereby assume all risks by agreeing to the following:

That I am voluntarily participating in a class from Urban Survivor LLC and do so of my own free will.  I understand the risks and hazards involved, and I recognize serious and life-threatening injuries could result from this training.  I also understand that it is my responsibility to consult with a physician prior to and regarding my participation in class.  I represent that I am physically fit and I have no medical, psychological, or any other condition which would prevent my full participation in the firearms training.

In consideration of being permitted to participate in the activities of the firearms training, I agree to assume full responsibility for any and all risks, injuries, or damages, known and unknown, which I might incur as a result of particiating in the class. I further hold Urban Survivor LLC and its instructors harmless for any actions taken by me now or hereafter relative to the use (legal or illegal) of firearms under any circumstances.

I certify that I am at least twenty-one (21) years old and I am legally entitled to own and use a handgun and/or firearm.  I further certify I have no felony criminal record, conviction, or sentence in Pennsylvania or any other state and I am not a fugitive from justice, a wanted person, or have been adjudicated mentally incompetent.  If I am under the age of 21, my parent or guardian shall sign this waiver on my behalf and be shall be present during the entire class.

I agree that if any provisions of this release are held to be invalid, nevertheless, the balance of the release shall continue in full force and effect.

I agree that if the instructors believe that I am or will be involved in criminal activity, the instructors may at their discretion choose to discontinue training without refund.  I further agree to hold the instructors and Urban Survivor LLC harmless for libel or slander as a result of that determination.  I agree that if the instructors believe that I am or will be unsafe or dangerous, they can stop instruction with no or a partial refund.

I understand that I must sign this release of liability and fully comprehend the structure and nature of the trainings, and also the risks involved before being allowed to participate in this training.  I have read the above Release and Waiver of Liability and fully understand its contents.  I have been informed of all risks involved and I voluntarily agree to the terms and conditions stated above.

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