"Building Confidence through Competence"   

Level 1

Class Fee  -  $125.00  (Cash or Check Only) (Next Class - TBA, Fall  2010)

Call for Information / Date of Next Class Scheduled at Cedar Ridge Range (830) 980-4424.  Law Enforcement or Private Groups meeting minimum student requirements may call to arrange Private Scheduling for their convenience.

Classes are conducted by Instructor Greg Ferris.    The class is 10 hours in duration (usually 10 am to 10 pm) with two meal breaks.  The class is "not" a novice/beginner level class.  Prospective students may be required to demonstrate a basic ability to safely handle and shoot their handgun prior to acceptance into the class.   Students may also be required to present valid ID and demonstrate a clear criminal history.

Primary requirements are enthusiasm, a willingness to experiment, to learn new skills and overcome challenges.  Students will provide their own quality big bore handgun (semi-auto and/or revolver ), 350+ rounds of quality practice ammunition (no reloads or military surplus) and 50 rounds of "true" (bet your life on it) defense quality ammo for each firearm, suitable hearing and eye protection (daylight and low light glasses) holster and belt and suitable hand held flashlight.  Handgun may have laser or mount flashlight system also, if desired.  Students should plan to bring sufficient food and beverages (especially water) to sustain them for on-site meals and breaks. Pen/pencil and paper should be considered for notetaking.

     Unlike the Texas CHL course which teaches "when" to legally employ deadly force, this class teaches the "how" to employ deadly force with a handgun.  Course format will include, but not be limited to, training in daytime and night (low light and artificial light) shooting, training in the various styles of position shooting and tactical/stress skills.  There will be in-depth discussions, lecture and practice of: advanced marksmanship techniques, tactical principles and consideration in deadly force encounters, civil and criminal legal considerations, psychological and physical influences in deadly force incidents, as well as many of factors such as handgun and ammunition suitability, proper handgun handling techniques and mental mind set training.

Six (6) student minimum is required per class date.  Enrollment is based on first paid (in full ) is first served.  Enrollment fee is NON-REFUNDABLE.  (Allowance to attend a future class may be arranged if cancellation made in time to fill vacated slot.)

Level 2

Class Fee  -  $75.00  (Cash or Check Only)  (Next Class - TBA, Fall 2010)

Classes are conducted by Instructor Greg Ferris.    The class is 4-5 hours in duration (3pm to 8 pm) with one meal break. Successful Completion of Level 1 is a Required Prerequisite for Prospective Level 2 students.

As in Level 1 class the primary requirements are enthusiasm, a willingness to experiment, to learn new skills and overcome challenges.  Students will provide their own quality big bore handgun (semi-auto and/or revolver ), 350+ rounds of quality practice ammunition (no reloads or military surplus) for each firearm, suitable hearing and eye protection, holster (required)and suitable belt and spare ammo holders.  This class date will have some "nightfire" so bring handheld flashlight and clear glasses.  Gun mounted lasers or flashlights optional.  Students should plan to bring sufficient food and beverages (especially water) to sustain them for on-site meal and breaks. Pen/pencil and paper should be considered for notetaking.

      Course format will include, but not be limited to more training in the various styles of position shooting and tactical/stress skills.  There will be more in-depth discussions, lecture, review and practice of: advanced marksmanship techniques, tactical principles and consideration in deadly force encounters, civil and criminal legal considerations, psychological and physical influences in deadly force incidents, as well as many of factors such as handgun and ammunition suitability, proper handgun handling techniques and mental mind set training. The primary focus of this class will be the practical application of skills learned in Level 1 and the use of proper mental mindset under various situational events.  Students' actions and reasoning skills will be analyzed and constructively critiqued for positive reinforcement.  

Six (6) student minimum is required per class date.  Enrollment is based on first paid (in full ) is first served. Enrollment fee is NON-REFUNDABLE.  (Allowance to attend a future class may be arranged if cancellation made in time to fill vacated slot.)

SPECIAL NOTICE:   No classes are being currently scheduled.  If you can arrange to schedule a minimum of at least 6 students (maximum 20), prepaid,  we will be happy to schedule a class for you at your convenience.  We will also conduct a class for smaller groups or individuals willing to pay the base fee.  Call for details.

Official Certification Course for Texas - Instructor: Greg Ferris  #02517     

Class Lecture and Range Qualification  - same day.  10 hour (all day) course for new applicants, 4+ (half day) for renewal applicants.  

New Applicant Fee:  $125.00

Renewal Applicant Fee: $45.00

Fees Include: Texas Certificate of Proficiency, test forms, target frame and official target and range time.  We will provide CHL booklet, hearing and eye protection (if you don't have your own).  WE DO NOT PROVIDE:  Passport photos, fingerprinting service, firearms or ammunition!  Ammunition is available for sale, if needed, for common calibers.  

Course Subject Matter:  State required:  Non-Violent Dispute Resolution, Deadly force laws (Chapter 9 - Texas Penal Code), Safe Storage of Firearms and Tests on:  Handgun Qualification and Proficiency and Lecture Subjects

Additional Subject Matter:  Firearms Safety and Handling Techniques, Ammunition Performance and Human Physiology with regard to Terminal Ballistics, Marksmanship Fundamentals, Dynamics and Psychology of Armed Encounters, Basic Adversarial Psychology, Surviving the Legal System (how it "really" works), Basic Tactics and Responsibilities of the Armed Citizen.

Private Instruction is given by Instructor Greg Ferris (see Credentials)

Private instruction for individuals available in: Basic Handgun, Defensive Handgun or most Competition Handgun Disciplines (Bullseye, Action, Speed, etc.)

Private instruction for individuals available in: Basic-Advanced Shotgun, Basic-Advanced Rifle, Basic- Advanced Handgun,  Defensive Shotgun or Competition Shotgun (Skeet, 5 Stand or Sporting Clays)

Instruction Fees:  $50.00/hour plus target/range fee

Call for details and scheduling of your training