Helene Cavalli
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Helene Cavalli

BACKGROUND: Instructor

2 Years Instructing

PH: 215 528 2380


Available Courses

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Next class: Dec 5
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"Try Before You Buy"
New to shooting and not ready to buy? In…
Basic, Women's Only Courses Basic
Next class: Dec 27
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Ladies Pistol Club: Monthly Pistol Skill Builder
This monthly 4-hour skill building works…
Intermediate, Concealed Carry Training, Women's Only Courses Intermediate
Next class: Dec 5
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Private Indoor Pistol Training
An opportunity to work on shooting skill…
Basic, Intermediate, Concealed Carry Training, Women's Only Courses Basic
Next class: Dec 5
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Virtual Seminar: Guide to Choosing a New Pistol
Dedicated to elevating the knowledge, co…
Basic, Intermediate, Concealed Carry Training, Women's Only Courses, Online Courses Basic
Next class: Jan 6
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Women's Pistol Training: Absolute Beginner
This six-hour outdoor intro class is for…
Basic, Concealed Carry Training, Women's Only Courses Basic
Next class: Dec 18
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Women's Pistol Training: Advanced Beginner
This six-hour outdoor dynamic pistol tra…
Intermediate, Concealed Carry Training, Women's Only Courses Intermediate
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About Veretie

Train accuracy, moving with the gun, engaging multiple targets and shooting at a faster pace at distances of 5 to 25 yards. Conducted outdoors in a realistic, natural environment, you’ll run more challenging courses of fire. Go beyond the limits of simply aiming and pressing a trigger at 3 yards at a static range. Classes are designed for women by a woman, applying the most current concepts learned in competitive shooting to drive pistol skill development for sport, self-defense and carry concealed weapon (CCW) application. My approach is encouraging and comfortable while setting high standards that go beyond static bullseye shooting.

You’ll get lots of trigger time working drills and putting in the practical work that drive relevant to skill development, real performance improvement, confidence, competency and consistency. Small group classes ensure you get individualized attention. I’m able to tailor each class to the specific strengths and limitations of my students. Each student receives focused 1:1 coaching, support and guidance. We’ll work on setting clearly defined, measurable goals so you’re able to assess your progress and take responsibility for achieving objectives. Classes focus on:

  • Proper firearm safety
  • Efficient gun handling, including draw stroke

  • Fundamentals based on the most current methods

  • More aggressive practical and defensive techniques

  • Shooting on the move

  • Target transitions

  • Use of time constraints


Competitive Shooter

  • USPSA, Carry Optics Division
  • PCSL, Practical Division
Formal Training
  • Practical Pistol Fundamentals, Ben Stoeger, 2024
  • Pistol and Carbine Training, Foundation & Proficiency, 1ST IN, 2020-2024
  • Competition Shooting, Callahan Training Group, 2023-2024
  • Rangemaster Instructor Development Course, Tom Givens, 2022
  • DTI Defensive Handgun, John Farnam, 2022
  • TAC-MED Lifesaver Course, Onsight Medical Training, 2022
Certifications
  • NRA Certified Pistol Instructor
  • NRA Certified Range Safety Officer

Courses Taught

Concealed Carry Training, Basic, Intermediate, Women's Only Courses, Private Classes (Group / Individual)


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Certifications

Certifications: NRA Certified Pistol Instructor, NRA Certified Range Safety Officer

 

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Policies

Cancellation Policy

Classes may be postponed or rescheduled due to extreme weather or unforeseen events. Students will be notified as soon as possible and given the opportunity to reschedule.

Veretie understands that illness, family emergencies and other events arise that may require your absence from training. If that happens, simply notify Veretie before the event and we will credit your registration fee to an upcoming class of your choice.

Reschedule Policy

Circumstances such as poor weather conditions arise which may necessitate Veretie requiring that a class be rescheduled. We will reschedule your class as soon as possible after the original date. No refunds will be given unless the class cannot be rescheduled.

You may reschedule a class without penalty as long as at least 48 hours notice is given to Veretie. Please contact Veretie to reschedule your class.

No shows are defined as students who do not call or notify Veretie via email or text prior to the scheduled class start time to reschedule their training. No shows will not be offered a credit or refund. 

Refund Policy

Veretie does not offer refunds. However, if you provide at least 48 hours notice of your need to reschedule your training, we will credit your registration fee to an upcoming class of your choice. If you do not cancel with at least 48 hours notice, you will lose any payment you have already made.

Other Policy

Students will be briefed at the start of each class day on safety policies and procedures. Failing to follow these policies and procedures may result in the student being removed from class with no refund.

Students should always bring food, drinks, and medications that will be needed for the duration of the training classes.

Training classes are conducted outdoors. All training classes will be held regardless of weather unless there is a risk of lightning.

Students should bring weather appropriate clothing and are encouraged to bring extra clothing and footwear.

Anyone who repeatedly displays improper gun handling skills or behaves in an unsafe manner will be asked to leave the premises without a refund.

Any student suspected of being under the influence of any intoxicating substance will not be allowed to participate in any training and will be asked to leave the premises without a refund.

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Waiver

Please review Veretie's Waiver, Release and Declaration. You can download, print and sign and bring to class with you. Or you can simply review and sign a copy of the waiver upon arrival for class. 

You can download waiver here: https://www.veretie.com/s/Veretie-Waiver-2024.pdf

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the class?
Six hours. For Absolute Beginner, first hour is dedicated to classroom training and the remainder of the day is spent on the range. For Advanced Beginner, there is a 30 minute safety brief and review of fundamentals before live fire. Classes begins at 9:00AM and concludes at 3PM. There is a 15 minute lunch break.

Do I need my own pistol?
Yes, you must have your own semi-auto pistol to attend class. I’m available to help you select and purchase a pistol. Don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions.

Do I need to bring ammo?
Yes, you will need 500 rounds of ammunition. Contact me if you would like recommendations for where you can purchase ammunition at the lowest cost.

What gear do I need?
You'll need ear and eye protection, as well as a speed loader (I recommend Uplula). I also suggest wearing a baseball cap and bringing sun screen, lots of water and some snacks. You must also have a holster, either AIWIB or OWB — preferably Kydex molded to the specific make and model of your gun, and a proper gun belt to support your holster. Three magazines and a magazine pouch are highly recommended.

Where are classes held?
Training is conducted at the Lebanon County Police Combat Pistol Club,1855 Russell Road, Lebanon, PA. Upon arrival your gun should be holstered or unloaded and cased.

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Reviews

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Videos

  • USPSA Match August 2024

    First USPSA match coming off training with Ben Stoeger. All the doubles work paying off with 3 Alphas and 1 Charlie on the challenging hardcover disappearing targets. Had little time to engage these targets so it forced me to be more aggressive and shoot predictably, showing me I could have been a lot faster on the back 3. Scored 48/50 points; HF 5.60 placing me 5th out of 10 in carry optics.


  • Designated Target Drill August 2024

    Designated target drill with wide transitions, distances from 5 to 15 yds, hard cover and no shoot to make it more challenging. Trying to stress my shooting. 7:80 all alphas. Need to push speed more to expose weaknesses.


  • Bill Drill August 2024

    Love this drill. Tests my ability to get my gun out fast with a solid grip, bring my gun up quickly, index on target, keep my eyes locked on a small spot, and get consistent behavior out of my gun. My splits are in the .2s but still need to get faster on the draw before I hit a sub 2 second Bill.


  • MXAD Drill July 2024

    Working on some new drills for this weekend’s PCSL match and upcoming USPSA classifier match. This drill is a variation of the MXAD. Targets at 5 and 15 yds. Eyes are moving aggressively from target to target. Focus is on making sure my gun lands on my focal point without over driving the gun and maintaining consistent grip pressure throughout COF.