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Thanks for checking out my site. Everyone taking a class from me receives my personal dedication to teaching firearms safety and proficiency. You will always receive an exceptional level of service. My students receive unique opportunities to participate in Group Buys, tailored to offer them incredible pricing on popular firearm and defense related products.Make sure to send me an email if you want your name added to my list of classes I offer throughout the year. Email is my main contact with my students and interested parties. This method also allows for you to easily be in direct contact with me. I normally will not announce my Group Buys on this web site. Only through email do I get the word out... So, hit the Contact tab above, and send me an email, otherwise, keep reading if you choose......If you are a firearm owner and reading this, then congratulations on seeking out firearm training. The overwhelming majority of firearm owners have little instruction or none. The advantage of formal instruction should be first and foremost weapon safety on the range and anywhere else a weapon is used. Secondly, it will help you maximize either your enjoyment of shooting, or equip you to be more effective in the potential self defensive use of a firearm. There are many other advantages to seeking out training, so we encourage you to attend any and all of my classes that interest you.We use mostly steel targets, barricades, and Airsoft in our training. Steel is incredibly fun to shoot, and with the right targets, incredibly safe at distances closer than you would think. Additionally, no re-set, and that satisfying ring when properly struck. Barricades to help force you into potential uncomfortable positions, and Airsoft to safely allow pushing the envelope on tactics. Never stop looking to learn and attending classes. As an Instructor, I never stop learning so you will always come away with many techniques to use in any situation. Never stop your own pursuit to be the most responsible, and educated gun owner you can be. Be safe and be well.
01.04.2012Happy New Year. Phil and I are not sure how we will do this year differently from the last. One thing at the bare minimum will stay constant, and that is our passion to provide the most current and best training here in the Central Valley. I have a whole bunch of videos to upload along with word docs I have created. This stuff will be up here within the week. I will make sure to update the news area when it has been done.11.11.2011Added info on Matts Corner. Arizona Non-Res will work in Nevada NOW! I have the permit apps. at the shop. Call/Email me for info on how to obtain one.11.02.2011Again, a long time since my last post here. I am running classes, I just do not keep my web site as current as my actual training is ran. Finished up a Basic Handgun 2 weeks ago, along with a Group Buy on Fenix again. Customer Appreciation day Sunday 13th. Free day of shooting goodness for those who have attended a past 1 Day class.Make sure to send me your contact email to get in on my emails I put out several times a week. Those will always have the very latest information on them. Happy Thankgiving.09.28.2011Wow, almost 2 months since my last post. 4 classes have been ran since that post. The weather is changing so that means more comfort when outdoors. I look forward to my rifle classes being held on Private Property. That means loads of range! Kevin W has cut me some more steel donated by Mike W. These will be quite smaller then what I have now. I still need to add content here, so keep checking back for more info on upcoming classes. Thanks for stopping by.08.01.2011A WHOLE Bunch of stuff done to the website. Thanks to Trevor. Aug 7th Basic Handgun, Aug 14th Advanced Handgun Up Close (Filled), and Aug 28th Basic Carbine (Filled), but the Basic Handgun still open.Videos are up, and my 1 Day Classes have been expanded. Matts Corner has been changed also.07.18.2011An Advanced Handgun course was opened up to 5 shooters, and it filled in a few hours. Its being held in Aug. I am hopeful to have a Basic Carbine and or a Basic Handgun for next month also. If you are on my email list then you recieved my CA CCW Primer on contact info and other important info. I also sent out a rather long email with tips to help with the flinch. Trevor will be here this month and hopefully help me whip this site together.06.24.2011Its been another month and the Summer is finally here. We just finished up another incredible Student/client flashlight order. We are taking into account the weather, and making effort to structure classes at the cooler times of the day. Make sure to hit the "Contact" tab and get me your email address if you want to be added to my email list. Finally will make the effort to add video soon.05.20.2011Finished a Basic Handgun with 9 attended. Great group, and featured beginners and some more advanced shooters. Everyone learned. It always helps to get back to the basics. Lightfighter next weekend. Only taking 8 instead of 10. Already filled. New and Improved basIc Carbine next month.05.06.2011Back from Florida and a 3 Day 1.5 VTAC Carbine Class having attended. Small part of my efforts to always be a student. I will put a relative short After Action Report in Matts Corner. A Big Formal Shout Out to Justin a very close friend of mine for Top Gun Honors in that Lakeland Class. He rocked a Trijicon Accupoint 1-4. Impressive as we were only four out of 25 running low magnif. sight en-hancments. May 15th will be Basic Handgun Techniques, with Lightfighter on the 28th of May.04.20.2011Wow, I look at the dates here, and find it hard to believe that its almost been a month since my last update. Carbine, Beyond the Basics was ran last Sunday. It was hot. 10 started, and only 6 finished. The GRS scopes performed flawlessly. Check in Matts Corner for info on how to order an extended charging handle complete through Roger Bain for $40.00. It is the answer in easily grabbing and moving the bolt. I have two, and will soon be ordering more. Lightfighter this Saturday Night.03.29.2011April 10th is the Carbine Class and it is Full. Lightfighters may not happen that month. Utah Class in Visalia I have to put on Saturday. Will be announcing classes that will be offered soon. Condor Tactical Group Buy Closed, and have offered another shot at GRS Scopes. This closes end of this week. The April 1st.03.08.2011The GRS Scope buy is finishing up this week. 1 Day Basic Carbine Mar 13th, and the Aprl 3rd, 1 Day Carbine Beyond the Basics. Lightfighter is coming again in March also. There will be another Fenix Group Buy happening soon.02.23.2011I added an area for me to post what Friends/Clients are saying about what Phil and I are doing. A reminder to make sure you use the contact page to insure we get your email addy, so you can stay informed on what we are doing.02.09.2011I am still working on my Progressive Class Concept. Please bear with me. I added some tips for woman in Matts Corner-Last tab to the right.I am running 2 Basic Techniques Handgun Classes 1 Day this month. Just finished up a Fenix Light Group Buy. If you are not on my email list, make sure to get me an email. I put together incredible deals for my students.01.29.2011February Classes Coming-1 Day Basic Carbine- 02/271 Day Basic and Advanced Handgun with Brad Holt joining me to teach the Advanced Class. See Matts Corner for more info.01.28.2011Since my last update I have added a Free Rifle Manual Button, Ran (2) Back to Back Basic Rifle Classes, and ShotShow in Vegas. Wonderfully busy month for me. Thanks to you my Friends and Students, who continue to support me.My Students have also got in on a Troy group buy, a Fenix Light Group Buy, and next a Low Power Variable Group Buy coming. I have added images to the Gallery.12.22.2010Ihave added a 2 day Advanced Carbine II Flyer into Matts Corner. I have also added Basic Carbine to the 1 Day Section of Classes.12.20.2010I have uploaded some images from the last two classes.I will be putting on a 1 day Carbine Basic to see if Students can get up to speed for a Carbine II. Jan 9th Sunday is looking good.12.14.2010Carbine II will be coming in january towards the end of that month. Only taking 10, and must have attended another Carbine class of the basic style. This class may be subject to change.Images from the last two classes will be up today. 12.13.2010We finished the Riflemens class. Finally we were able to do more applications on Sunday, but with a brisk pace on Saturday. Hopefully the weather will be good for a FREE day out in Firebaugh on Dec 19th. Must have attended the Riflemen class in the past to attend the free day. We will simply be working on rifle data that day.11.22.2010The Handgun Class was great. I will post the images possibly this week. I have 9 for the Riflemens Class as of today. I have 11-12 structured courses of fire for Sunday. Saturday will be a day for seeing just how far we can get you out there.10.14.2010I added some buttons to allow for you to link to these other sites for the FREEBIES!10.04.2010Since we had the rain, I am looking at Dec 4, 5th for a Riflemens Class. Check out the 4 Sevens line of small bright lights. These are priced well, and offer incredible features for their small size.10-01-2010Next class will be 2 Day Techniques for Handguns on Nov 6th, 7th.09.20.2010PTT would like to thank Larry Fuller of Crimson Trace and 4 Seven for the Laser and Lights to allow students to demo.09.18.2010Upcoming Classes:1 Day with GM Brad Holt2 Day Tactical Rifle2 Day Riflemens09.10.2010Evening Lightfighters Class is Full.08.16.2010Evening Lightfighters Class coming in Sept 25.07.20.20101 Day CCW/Vehicle Use Class Completed. Images from Class Added.05.13.20102 Day Class information added to Premier Tactical.05.12.2010Services information added. 05.10.2010Check out our new Gallery section!05.09.2010Welcome to Premier Tactical Training's new website.
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Matt PimentelMy background is Law Enforcement in Patrol and as the agencies lead Firearms/Tactics Trainer or Rangemaster. After I left Law Enforcement service, I continued to provide firearms related training for that same agency. I have given numerous civilian concealed weapon training classes throughout California. I have attended over several hundred hours of Firearm related instruction. I continue to attend firearm related training. I currently write all my own lesson plans and insure to stay updated on the latest in training tactics and equipment being used in the Competition/LE/Civilian world.I currently instruct in the stance/grip/presentation as used in the competition world of UPSA/IDPA/IPSC. Its my sense that this style allows for the most speed and accuracy. Due to its simplicity, it also allows for more consistent repetition.I additionally have competed in UPSA/IDPA/IPSC and have maintained my membership to USPSA since 2000.POST RangemasterPOST Patrol Rifle InstructorPOST Presenter Number #3570Use of Airsoft in Force on Force InstructorCCW Instructor Fresno City-County/Madera/Kings/Tulare CountiesUTAH Non-Resident CCW InstructorDOJ Instructor to Certify HSC InstructorsDOJ HSC InstructorNRA InstructorNRA Member UPSA MemberGlock ArmorerFirst Aid CertifiedFront Sight First Family MemberPHIL JENSENMy training philosophy would be to have the Warrior Mindset. This simply means I expect the unexpected, I never let my guard down, and no matter what, I will survive.Lastly, I greatly encourage those who want to attain a similar mindset, should read "On Killing" and "On Combat" authored By Lt. Col. Dave Grossman. Excellent books that describe the psychological, and physiological affects of being involved in a use of lethal force encounter.Correctional Officer with the California Department of Corrections CDCInstitution Armourer- One of two positions responsible for training over 1000 Peace OfficersCRT Crises Response Team Squad Leader Light Sound Diversionary Device InstructorManodnock Expandable Baton InstructorASP Expandable Baton InstructorASP Restraint InstructorAlarm Response InstructorGlock ArmorerFirst Aid and CPR Certified
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Handgun Safety Certification HSC for those wishing to be Instructors.I am an instructor for Department of Justice in CA for HSC instructor certification.This is a class for those Firearm shop owners or employees releasing handguns to clients. Anyone who can lawfully own firearms can also become a HSC Instructor and order and issue the HSC cards.Cost $100.00Class is given at American Tactical 4089 N Clovis, Fresno, Calif 93727Please call for an appointment- 559-779-7742HSC forms and Publications
UTAH Non-Resident Concealed Weapon ClassUtah and Florida Multi-State, Non-Resident Concealed Firearm Permits have no State residency requirement and may be obtained by any legal resident of the United States. These are the most valuable Multi-State CCW Permits available, based on recognition from other States and total cost. A Utah Permit is only $65.25 for five years! Your Utah Concealed Firearm Permit is valid in 30 States! With a Utah and Florida Non-Resident Concealed Carry Permit you may legally carry in the following 32 States: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia and Wyoming.1. The cheapest I know of at $65.25 paid to Utah.2. Good for 5 years.3. Renew for only $104. Any lawfully owned weapon is good to go, no weapon list needs be submitted to Utah.5. The most coverage for a Non-Resident CCW. 6. Credit card like permit with your picture on it.7. Utah is a shall issue State, you dont need good cause.8. You will know Utah has received your application when they cash your check/run your credit card. Expect a 90 day turnaround from that point. Do not call unless its been 90 days from when they cashed the check.Complete application, Fingerprint card, envelope for your completed application, and CD ROM disc filled with FREE targets, practice routines, information on many subjects that apply to self defense, interactive videos of firearms that you control the action and the viewable image. Along with Fingerprints and passport photo. An extra photo will be included FREE if you want one for the FREE Florida application I can give you. All this for $100.00Class is given at American Tactical 4089 N Clovis, Fresno, Calif 93727Call for an appointment- 559-779-7742Utah BCI CCW Information Florida CCW information
California Concealed Weapon ClassFresno County/Fresno City, Kings County, Madera County, Tulare County- California Concealed Weapon classes.Initial- $100.00 for the 6 hour course.Re-newel- $80.00 for the 4 hour course.Training conducted at Fresno Peace Officers Range.Address- 7633 N Weber, Fresno Calif 93722Please Call for an Appointment- 559-779-7742Q: Who do I call if I live in Fresno City?A: The Process for Fresno City residents is running much quicker then the County. Typically within a couple months. Call Ed Torres at Ph- 276-6056Q: How do I obtain a Concealed Weapon Permit in Fresno County?A: For information about obtaining a Concealed Weapons Permit please contact Eric Thompson or Jimmy Aquirre of the Fresno County Sheriff's Office at (559) 488-3083, Mondays through Thursdays from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm.Kings County CCW- (M-F 8am-5pm) (559) 582-3211 ext 2790
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1 Day CCW/Vehicle DefenseDAYTime: 8:00 AM to 5:00 This will be an excellent class for those who carry a Concealed Firearm, and want to explore the practical use of it. You must have a strong foundation in a basic technique for shooting a handgun. This would not be a beginners class. Shooting and Support hand only shooting will be explored. You will learn how to be as effective as you can be from a vehicle, and how to use a vehicle for cover safely. Remote Control Threat engagement will be offered. This will be used to simulate a threat advancing upon you in a variety of ways. I will give basic instruction on how to hold an individual for Law Enforcement along with basic techniques in handcuffing. Flashlight/Laser use along with a course of fire where you will use decision making to engage or not engage targets. Steel targets will be used along with some paper. Topics Covered: Equipment considerations, self defense ammo considerations. Holster Selection. Practice Routines. One hand use of a handgun. Malfunctions and Reloading. Prone positions. Vehicle Use. Lighting and Lasers. Hand-cuffing and what you should be doing after you have just engaged a threat and much more! Equipment Needed:Semi-Auto handgun, (3) magazines, a holster that does not violate one of the 4 basic firearm safety rules, magazine pouch, 300 rds minimum or more, eye/ear protection, dress how you would for the concealed carry of a firearm.
1 EVENING LIGHTFIGHTER COURSEEVENING Time: 5 PM to 12:00 AM Discovery of the value of lighting and lasers and possible applications! This will be a one evening class with instruction on the topic of Light/Laser use in Gun Fighting. The evening will include gear selection for Gun fighting with Lights and lasers, along with your ability to try a variety of provided equipment solutions. Introduction in the various popular methods of light use with a firearm, both handheld and mounted. Shot timed courses of fire for you to see what method works best for you. Possibly a Force on Force with Airsoft at Night pitting you against another classmate. This class will help you understand the importance of Lighting/Lasers and Force Projection at the press of a button! Topics Covered:- Fill vs. Spot - Lumens, LEDs and Mounted vs. Handheld- Equipment Selection and what will work best for you- Timed Drills with lighting and lasers- Where to use lighting, how much and what type- Presentations with Lights and Weapons- Decision Making course of fire at NIGHT!- Force on Force (if we have time) with Airsoft Pistols and Lights/lasersEquipment Needed:Semi-Auto Handgun/Revolver, 3 Magazines with Holder, Belt/Paddle Holster Strong Side Outside Pants, Eye and Ear protection, Your own Lighting/Lasers and extra batteries, (I will have Lights and Lasers available for limited Demo) 200 rds of ammo or more. Airsoft Gas Blow Back if you own with gas/bbs for it, No loose clothing around waist. If long gun use, Rifle, sling, (2) mags or more, ability to place lighting on your rifle, or already light equipped, 200 rds or more ammo.COST: $70.00 per Client.
1 DAY BASIC Carbine CLASS DAY Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PMMax of 10 Students Our Objective will be to introduce the student to the AR Style of rifle and the Incredible versatility of it. In this One Day class, we will work on basic manipulations of the AR style Rifle. We will help you take down, clean, clear most malfunctions of your AR rifle. You will be exposed to many of the accessories, enhanced sighting means, enhanced controls, and material available to help you get the MOST out of your AR. Learn how to sight your Iron Sights, and other sighting means, using the most common and popular easy methods. Gain confidence in how to safely deploy, and develop a muzzle consciousness that telegraphs to others you have been formally trained with that rifle. Get a FREE Disc with Free printable targets, cleaning info, and much more. Topics Covered: - Range Safety - Safety considerations/Nomenclature/Disassembly - Sight Enhancements - Zeroing/Break in of a rifle - Basic Maintenance of your rifle - Fundamentals of Shooting - Support side and Strong Side engaging - Malfunction clearance Equipment Needed: Semi auto rifle, 2 magazines min (more is better), 30rd fixed to 10rd magazines greatly encouraged, sling, the ability to carry magazines on your person, cleaning equipment, ear protection eye protection. Consider a GSG, Uramex Colt, S&W MP-22, or the new Ruger in .22LR in place of .223. I HIGHYLY Recommend the S&W MP-22, STUDENT price $450.00 plus at American Firearms.Ammunition- 300 rds min. More is BETTER!Cost- $100.00 Non-Refundable Deposit of $50.00 to reserve a spot
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2 Day Handgunners ClassDays: Saturday and SundayTime: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM both daysThis will be an excellent class for anyone who owns a Semi-Auto Handgun and want to develop your use with it. You will be Instructed how to develop your own practice routines for a greater degree of accuracy and speed. Learn equipment needs for more effective practice and defense. Learn handgun tactics, and basic competition skills in this 2 day course. Gas Blow Backs welcomed.Topics Covered: Equipment considerations, self defense ammo considerations, weapon presentation, grip, and proper use of sights, trigger control, shooting positions conventional and unconventional, movement shooting, proper use of barricade, set up for competition pistol, and introduction into various techniques.Equipment Needed:Semi-Auto handgun, (3) magazines, outside pants holster, and magazine pouch, 300 rds minimum, eye/ear protection, belt. Airsoft Gas Blow Backs welcome. This unique equipment is used and endorsed by both of the Instructors for effective and in-expensive practice at your home.Water and lunch provided by you.COST: $200.00 for both days. Deposit of $50.00 required for sign up. Range fees extra at $15.00 per day.Please Call Matt at 559-779-7742
2 Day Tactical Rifle Class Date: Saturday, Sunday Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM both daysInstructors: Matt Pimentel- POST/NRA/DOJ Certified Instructor. The main focus is to expose you to the incredible versatility of the Semi-Auto Rifle either in the AR series or any other magazine fed Semi-Auto rifle. Be ready for a very dynamic class that will have you shooting from multiple positions, from barricades, weapon canted, support shooting, multiple prone positions, malfunction clearance drills, weak side clearance, movement shooting and much more. Much of the shooting will be on steel. This is a class for you to define what will make the very best battle rifle for you. Topics Covered: - Safety considerations/Nomenclature/Disassembly - Sight Enhancements - Zeroing/Break in of a rifle - Basic Maintenance of your rifle - Shooting positions conventional and unconventional - Fundamentals of Shooting - Support side and Strong Side engaging - Malfunction clearance of any and all types - Rifle set up and options Equipment Needed: Semi auto rifle, 2 magazines min (more is better), 30rd fixed to 10rd magazines greatly encouraged, sling, the ability to carry magazines on your person, cleaning equipment, ear protection eye protection. Consider a GSG, Uramex Colt, S&W MP-22, or the new Ruger in .22LR in place of .223.Ammunition- 300 rds min. More is BETTER!Cost-: $200.00 FOR BOTH DAYS
2 Day Riflemens Class Date: Saturday, Sunday Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM both days The main focus is to introduce you to the techniques/equipment needed for extended range shooting. Explore your own limitations with your current equipment, or discover more of its potential. This will be an excellent class for Hunters, and anyone who owns a Long Gun. Learn to shoot/Create a log book/Range Card for your Rifle/Scope/Ammo combination. This class will make you a better all around shooter whether you are a hunter or sportsmen. Learn basic maintenance of your rifle, along with proper cleaning methods. Discover how to identify the best equipment for your needs i.e., Scopes/Cleaning Supplies/Slings/Bi-pods/Triggers. Steel and paper will be used as targets. Topics Covered: - Safety considerations/Nomenclature/Disassembly - Optic considerations along with range finders - Zeroing/Break in of a rifle - Basic Maintenance of your rifle - Shooting positions conventional and unconventional - Fundamentals of Shooting - Use of shooting bags/sticks/bi-pods/other rests in natural environments - Exterior ballistics regarding your ammo - Wind and Mirage as factors in long range shooting Equipment Needed: - Bolt or Semi Auto Rifle minimum .223 Cal(Bring a .22 LR Rifle with 200 rds to help save on ammo) - 200 rds minimum. More would be better- Eye and ear protection - Bi-pod/shooting bags/other types of rests. Portable type for you. - Cleaning equipment- Bore Guide, 1 Piece Rod - Kneepads and Elbow pads along with a shooting mat encouraged - Spotting Scope\REMEMBERRests will be provided for initial shooting on paper. Shooters responsible for their own rests when we move to steel. Bring your own cleaning supplies. COST: $225.00 for both days. Deposit of $50.00 required for sign up
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Hi, Matt: This is just some feedback on your Premier Tactical Training on Jan. 9th. On a scale of one to ten with ten being the highest, I would rate it a ten. It was very good and the people helping you like Phil and Lee were outstanding. Keep up the good work!NedFrom Randy Below after a 1 Day Basic Carbine ClassIn the classroom we talked about and actually disassembled and reassembled our rifles. We were shown key points on how to pick out and install a sling. Never thought about it before but the sling is your holster for your rifle.At the range, we verified and made adjustments to the rifles making sure they were zeroed. We zeroed at 50 yards but discussed thoroughly the advantages and disadvantages of zeroing at shorter and longer distances. Assuming a prone position at 50 yards, we dialed the sights in. Out of 8 students we all had a different sighting system. Each student was individually helped and trained to work with their own system. Once zeroed, we moved forward to 10 yards, fired a few rounds and reviewed how the mechanical offset of the sights and barrel changed the point of impact on the targets. Each of us became aware of the need to aim high when shooting up close. 3-4 volleys of fire ensued that ingrained the need for correct sight alignment at these closer distances. Many times this hold over would be critical for exact shot placement. We were schooled on a basic shooting stance, a fairly square stance. This stance works well for shooting and transitioning to other stances, movement or a change to another weapon. Much of the instruction was a direct correlation to shooting pistols, of which I am very familiar. Grip pressure, forward support hand position to control the weapons front end. Finger on and off the trigger at the correct time, safety on and off, trigger pull, bringing the weapon to a more centered hold, bringing the rifle to your point of aim, not a hunched over position.We worked on positions for low ready and high ready and when they are appropriate. And instruction was given to shooting with both-eyes-open. This was a basic rifle class, so more advanced techniques were demonstrated and talked about but not dwelled on. As our instructor Matt Pimentel said, "It is all about safety".When we were close, the mechanical offset was very apparent. While shooting at different distances of 25 yards, 10 yards, 7 yards and even 5 yards, the hold over for the mechanical offset started to become second nature.Prone, sitting and free standing instruction was given more than twice. Everyone had a great chance to hear, try, and retain what they were learning. Emergency reloads, tactical reloads and malfunction clearances were practiced multiple times until everyone became quite familiar with what to do with each type of malfunction.The course lasted a full 8 hours, it seemingly began and started in just a blink of an eye for me. I learned about stance with a rifle, how to stand for better recoil control, mechanical offset control and how to handle a rifle in a smooth consistent manner. This class gave me many tools to create a better shooting experience. It was a great day. Randall Priester
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General CCW Info: As of February 2010 concealed handguns are for the first time legal in all but 3 of the nation's 391 national parks and wildlife refuges so long as all applicable federal, state, and local regulations are adhered to. Previously firearms were allowed into parks non-concealed and unloaded.Nevada State related: Nevada AB143 has been signed by the governor. It will take effect October 1 of this year. Qualify with one semi auto now authorizes any semi auto.Arizona State Related-Nevada has reported they will start to honor AZ CCW permits including non-resident effective 7/1/11. Contact- AZ DPS CCW Unit, Phoenix, AZ. 602-256-6280. This will allow for the lawful carry in Nevada without having to travel to Nevada and attend a course there for Non-Residents. Az is less expensive also.UTAH State Related- Bureau of Criminal Identification Telephone: 801-965-4445. This Non-Resident permit allows for the CCW in many other states. Possibly the most popular permit desired by a non-resident due to its broad coverage.Florida State Related- (850) 245-5691. Typically with this State Non-Resident permit added, you have the very most coverage in all States that allow for a Non-Resident to carry a concealed firearm.Looking for More information about Concealed Carry in the State of California and other Firearm related information?Calguns.net Join this forum and unlock the power of CA residents banded together to enjoy lawful ownership of firearms. Excellent resource for all things Firearm. This is a must visit.For all other Concealed carry information as it relates to individual States, just take the States name and add "CCW" to it in Google. Search that, and you should easily be at that States governing agency for CCW.Tips for Improving Accuracy with a HandgunTypically what I see the single most common issue for just about 80-90% of shooters is not applying enough support hand high enough, nor with as much pressure as needed.When I have a student with a flinch, jerk, anticipation and other issues with trigger control, I encourage them to grip tighter with their support hand.If the strength of your grip is coming from your shooting hand, then you are giving up trigger control in the tightness of that grip. Your shooting hand in a supported grip needs to be somewhat relaxed in a effort to maximize trigger control.Make a fist, and squeeze your fingers much like on a grip of a handgun. Now try to isolate out the tension in your other fingers from your trigger finger.It cannot be done.You cannot relax one finger independent from your other fingers. Or, at least it is very difficult to do so.So, by squeezing with your shooting hand, you are allowing for the introduction of more movement in the firing process.Here is a link to a Todd Jarrett you tube video that is just the simplest way of explaining proper grip.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ysa50-plo48In addition to teaching this grip style, I also will get a student's hands in the proper supported grip.Next I make two marks with a sharpie near where the shooting thumb overlaps on the support hand/thumb area, and then a few inches down from there. Now, a student has a visual cue to remind themselves how to get their support hand in the proper place. I will have them look to insure they have the proper grip once they have presented the handgun out all the way, and tilting their hands up slightly to insure their lines match up before shooting.Just having students achieve this grip style typically makes a huge difference in control and accuracy.In addition, I encourage a 65%-70% grip strength in a supported grip to come from their support hand. Remember the importance of relaxing more your shooting hand as I had typed earlier? With the majority of your grip on the handgun coming from your support hand, you can now concentrate more on careful smooth manip of that trigger.To help you induce that needed strength on the handgun, try raising your elbows as you press in with your support hand. You will find that just by doing this, you can leverage more strength to the grip.Keep your elbows slightly bent so that less recoil is transmitted into your shoulders, jarring your whole body. Elbows locked, and you have less of the suspension effect that can come from slightly bent ones.I just recently had a student with control issues. His grip was pretty good. He still anticipated, and would shoot on occasion low/left. Seeing how the grip was not as much of an issue, except that he was not gripping strong enough with his support hand, I then had him understand the mechanics of his trigger. Where I explained to him just how it functioned. (Glock pistol)When he understood how that take up was basically loading the striker, and then the trigger bar would hit on the connector dropping the trigger bar from the striker and firing the gun, he was able to concentrate better on his trigger control.So, understand how your trigger works. Have an idea of its movement and release.This understanding for him made a massive improvement. So now, he needed a way to re-enforce positive trigger manip.So, when he would place a shot outside his desired area, I would have him stop, unload, and dry fire practice 4-5 times right there.Then, reload, and continue the drill. If at any time he missed, it was unload and a few reps of dry fire immediately.You can also use a ball and dummy drill. One loaded round, followed by six dummy, and one loaded again.Here a shooter can work through some trigger control, and at the same time develop a little of the clearance of a failure to fire drill also.He shoots that live round first, followed by dummy rounds as he works out that anticipation issue. lastly, his efforts to gain trigger control will be rewarded by that last round in the mag impacting exactly where he wanted it to be.I have students shoot rather close 2-3 yards. With the focus on slow, perfect practice, and make the rounds fired all touch. So, on a 3" circle as how my targets are set up (One sheet of target paper with (24) 3" circles)they draw and fire one, re-holster, and fire another for a total of 3 on that circle. Always with a presentation each time. Slow fire, no time constraints.I want a student to understand if they had all the time in the world, how accurate can they be. It's easier to build speed on an excellent understanding of how to achieve accuracy. Just about anyone can miss fast.Try that drill. The 3 rounds touching at 3 yards with a presentation each time. If you can do that say for a total of 4 circles, and 12 rounds fired, you have in my humble opinion a developed sense of accuracy.For more difficulty, same distance, how about shooting hand only?And if that's not enough challenge, try an un-holster with a transition to your support hand (DO THIS SLOWLY TO DEVELOP CONFIDENCE) each time and run that same 4 circles, 12 rounds fired. Always, with a un-holster each time.Okay, and one last tip... When pressing the trigger for additional control, try associating a sound, or a tone to how the trigger should be pressed.Like...pppppprrrrrreeeeeessssss.... You will find for those who anticipate, they are more pressing the trigger like this if applied a tone to...pppppprrrrrreeeeeeS!! With that sudden expressed "S" being the gun firing. You can do this out loud, or in your mind. I have witnessed this also help a student with smoothing out his press.
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HSC CERTIFICATION.
CCW CLASS.
UTAH NON-RESIDENT CW CLASS
Handgun Safety Certification HSC for those wishing to be Instructors.I am an instructor for Department of Justice in CA for HSC instructor certification.This is a class for those Firearm shop owners or employees releasing handguns to clients. Anyone who can lawfully own firearms can also become a HSC Instructor and order and issue the HSC cards.Cost $100.00Class is given at American Tactical 4089 N Clovis, Fresno, Calif 93727Please call for an appointment- 559-779-7742HSC forms and Publications
California Concealed Weapon ClassFresno County/Fresno City, Kings County, Madera County, Tulare County- California Concealed Weapon classes.Initial- $100.00 for the 6 hour course.Re-newel- $80.00 for the 4 hour course.Training conducted at Fresno Peace Officers Range.Address- 7633 N Weber, Fresno Calif 93722Please Call for an Appointment- 559-779-7742Q: How do I obtain a Concealed Weapon Permit in Fresno County?A: For information about obtaining a Concealed Weapons Permit please contact Eric Thompson or Jimmy Aquirre of the Fresno County Sheriff's Office at (559) 488-3083, Mondays through Thursdays from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm.Kings County CCW- (M-F 8am-5pm) (559) 582-3211 ext 2790State Application Madera County CCWTulare County CCW
UTAH Non-Resident Concealed Weapon ClassUtah and Florida Multi-State, Non-Resident Concealed Firearm Permits have no State residency requirement and may be obtained by any legal resident of the United States. These are the most valuable Multi-State CCW Permits available, based on recognition from other States and total cost. A Utah Permit is only $65.25 for five years! Your Utah Concealed Firearm Permit is valid in 30 States! With a Utah and Florida Non-Resident Concealed Carry Permit you may legally carry in the following 32 States: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia and Wyoming.1. The cheapest I know of at $65.25 paid to Utah.2. Good for 5 years.3. Renew for only $104. Any lawfully owned weapon is good to go, no weapon list needs be submitted to Utah.5. The most coverage for a Non-Resident CCW. 6. Credit card like permit with your picture on it.7. Utah is a shall issue State, you dont need good cause.8. You will know Utah has received your application when they cash your check/run your credit card. Expect a 90 day turnaround from that point. Do not call unless its been 90 days from when they cashed the check.Complete application, Fingerprint card, envelope for your completed application, and CD ROM disc filled with FREE targets, practice routines, information on many subjects that apply to self defense, interactive videos of firearms that you control the action and the viewable image. Along with Fingerprints and passport photo. An extra photo will be included FREE if you want one for the FREE Florida application I can give you. All this for $100.00Class is given at American Tactical 4089 N Clovis, Fresno, Calif 93727Call for an appointment- 559-779-7742Utah BCI CCW Information Florida CCW information
1 Day Pg3
HSC CERTIFICATION.
CCW CLASS.
UTAH NON-RESIDENT CW CLASS
Handgun Safety Certification HSC for those wishing to be Instructors.I am an instructor for Department of Justice in CA for HSC instructor certification.This is a class for those Firearm shop owners or employees releasing handguns to clients. Anyone who can lawfully own firearms can also become a HSC Instructor and order and issue the HSC cards.Cost $100.00Class is given at American Tactical 4089 N Clovis, Fresno, Calif 93727Please call for an appointment- 559-779-7742HSC forms and Publications
California Concealed Weapon ClassFresno County/Fresno City, Kings County, Madera County, Tulare County- California Concealed Weapon classes.Initial- $100.00 for the 6 hour course.Re-newel- $80.00 for the 4 hour course.Training conducted at Fresno Peace Officers Range.Address- 7633 N Weber, Fresno Calif 93722Please Call for an Appointment- 559-779-7742Q: How do I obtain a Concealed Weapon Permit in Fresno County?A: For information about obtaining a Concealed Weapons Permit please contact Eric Thompson or Jimmy Aquirre of the Fresno County Sheriff's Office at (559) 488-3083, Mondays through Thursdays from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm.Kings County CCW- (M-F 8am-5pm) (559) 582-3211 ext 2790State Application Madera County CCWTulare County CCW
UTAH Non-Resident Concealed Weapon ClassUtah and Florida Multi-State, Non-Resident Concealed Firearm Permits have no State residency requirement and may be obtained by any legal resident of the United States. These are the most valuable Multi-State CCW Permits available, based on recognition from other States and total cost. A Utah Permit is only $65.25 for five years! Your Utah Concealed Firearm Permit is valid in 30 States! With a Utah and Florida Non-Resident Concealed Carry Permit you may legally carry in the following 32 States: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia and Wyoming.1. The cheapest I know of at $65.25 paid to Utah.2. Good for 5 years.3. Renew for only $104. Any lawfully owned weapon is good to go, no weapon list needs be submitted to Utah.5. The most coverage for a Non-Resident CCW. 6. Credit card like permit with your picture on it.7. Utah is a shall issue State, you dont need good cause.8. You will know Utah has received your application when they cash your check/run your credit card. Expect a 90 day turnaround from that point. Do not call unless its been 90 days from when they cashed the check.Complete application, Fingerprint card, envelope for your completed application, and CD ROM disc filled with FREE targets, practice routines, information on many subjects that apply to self defense, interactive videos of firearms that you control the action and the viewable image. Along with Fingerprints and passport photo. An extra photo will be included FREE if you want one for the FREE Florida application I can give you. All this for $100.00Class is given at American Tactical 4089 N Clovis, Fresno, Calif 93727Call for an appointment- 559-779-7742Utah BCI CCW Information Florida CCW information
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2 DAY TACTICAL RIFLE
2 DAY HANDGUN
2 DAY RIFLEMENS
2 Day Handgunners ClassDays: Saturday and SundayTime: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM both daysThis will be an excellent class for anyone who owns a Semi-Auto Handgun and want to develop your use with it. You will be Instructed how to develop your own practice routines for a greater degree of accuracy and speed. Learn equipment needs for more effective practice and defense. Learn handgun tactics, and basic competition skills in this 2 day course. Gas Blow Backs welcomed.Topics Covered: Equipment considerations, self defense ammo considerations, weapon presentation, grip, and proper use of sights, trigger control, shooting positions conventional and unconventional, movement shooting, proper use of barricade, set up for competition pistol, and introduction into various techniques.Equipment Needed:Semi-Auto handgun, (3) magazines, outside pants holster, and magazine pouch, 300 rds minimum, eye/ear protection, belt. Airsoft Gas Blow Backs welcome. This unique equipment is used and endorsed by both of the Instructors for effective and in-expensive practice at your home.Water and lunch provided by you.COST: $200.00 for both days. Deposit of $50.00 required for sign up. Range fees extra at $15.00 per day.Please Call Matt at 559-779-7742
2 Day Tactical Rifle Class Date: Saturday, Sunday Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM both daysInstructors: Matt Pimentel- POST/NRA/DOJ Certified Instructor. The main focus is to expose you to the incredible versatility of the Semi-Auto Rifle either in the AR series or any other magazine fed Semi-Auto rifle. Be ready for a very dynamic class that will have you shooting from multiple positions, from barricades, weapon canted, support shooting, multiple prone positions, malfunction clearance drills, weak side clearance, movement shooting and much more. Much of the shooting will be on steel. This is a class for you to define what will make the very best battle rifle for you. Topics Covered: - Safety considerations/Nomenclature/Disassembly - Sight Enhancements - Zeroing/Break in of a rifle - Basic Maintenance of your rifle - Shooting positions conventional and unconventional - Fundamentals of Shooting - Support side and Strong Side engaging - Malfunction clearance of any and all types - Rifle set up and options Equipment Needed: Semi auto rifle, 2 magazines min (more is better), 30rd fixed to 10rd magazines greatly encouraged, sling, the ability to carry magazines on your person, cleaning equipment, ear protection eye protection. Consider a GSG, Uramex Colt, S&W MP-22, or the new Ruger in .22LR in place of .223.Ammunition- 300 rds min. More is BETTER!Cost-: $200.00 FOR BOTH DAYS
2 Day Riflemens Class Date: Saturday, Sunday Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM both days The main focus is to introduce you to the techniques/equipment needed for extended range shooting. Explore your own limitations with your current equipment, or discover more of its potential. This will be an excellent class for Hunters, and anyone who owns a Long Gun. Learn to shoot/Create a log book/Range Card for your Rifle/Scope/Ammo combination. This class will make you a better all around shooter whether you are a hunter or sportsmen. Learn basic maintenance of your rifle, along with proper cleaning methods. Discover how to identify the best equipment for your needs i.e., Scopes/Cleaning Supplies/Slings/Bi-pods/Triggers. Steel and paper will be used as targets. Topics Covered: - Safety considerations/Nomenclature/Disassembly - Optic considerations along with range finders - Zeroing/Break in of a rifle - Basic Maintenance of your rifle - Shooting positions conventional and unconventional - Fundamentals of Shooting - Use of shooting bags/sticks/bi-pods/other rests in natural environments - Exterior ballistics regarding your ammo - Wind and Mirage as factors in long range shooting Equipment Needed: - Bolt or Semi Auto Rifle minimum .223 Cal(Bring a .22 LR Rifle with 200 rds to help save on ammo) - 200 rds minimum. More would be better- Eye and ear protection - Bi-pod/shooting bags/other types of rests. Portable type for you. - Cleaning equipment- Bore Guide, 1 Piece Rod - Kneepads and Elbow pads along with a shooting mat encouraged - Spotting Scope\REMEMBERRests will be provided for initial shooting on paper. Shooters responsible for their own rests when we move to steel. Bring your own cleaning supplies. COST: $225.00 for both days. Deposit of $50.00 required for sign up
