Classes
Texas License To Carry
A LTC applicant must complete classroom training per DPS standards, pass a written examination and pass a proficiency demonstration (shooting).NRA Basic Online Pistol
Teaches the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude for owning and operating different pistols safely. Class is about 6 hours online, followed by range training. Firearms and ammo provided. Range time is limited to 4 students.Private/Onsite
LTC classes can be done as a private class, at your location or my classroom. Arrangements for range time may have to made at a range near your locale.
NRA Basic Pistol Online Class
BRING YOUR FIREARM IN A CASE, UNLOADED.
The Texas License To Carry (LTC), formerly the Concealed Handgun License.
The purpose of this class is not to teach how to handle a firearm, it is to cover the requirements, including shooting proficiency, to obtain a Texas License To Carry (LTC).
An original (first-time) LTC applicant must complete classroom training, pass a written examination and pass a proficiency demonstration (shooting). The classroom instruction may be a four to six hour course and must cover the four (4) statutory required topics:
- Laws that relate to weapons and the use of deadly force
- Handgun use and safety, including use of restraint holsters and methods to ensure the secure carrying of openly carried handguns
- Non-violent dispute resolution
- Proper storage practices for handguns with an emphasis on storage practices that eliminate the possibility of accidental injury to a child
Then read the laws and statutes in the LTC-16 Booklet at: License to Carry A Handgun Laws
See LTC Qualification Course Requirements (pdf) for the proficiency demonstration (shooting) requirements.
Now start your application at the Texas Department of Public Safety - Regulatory Services Division
The license is $40 for the initial issue, $40 for each renewal (5 years), but there are also discounts. NOTE: Fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. If an application is not approved, the fees will not be refunded. This fee does not cover the class, it is the license only.
You can take the course either before or after starting your application. You can sign up by clicking on the Schedule menu option.
Students should have their own handgun for this course and bring a fifty rounds of standard target ammunition for qualification. Note, if you are unsure about passing the shooting qualification the first time you can bring another 50 rounds and reshoot if there is time. If you do not qualify on the second pass we can arrange a makeup class/shoot for a minimal fee. Any sporting goods store that sells firearms and ammunition should be able to assist in selecting proper ammunition. .
NRA Basic Pistol Online Class
The NRA Basic Pistol Online Course is at 6 hours of online followed by range time. Students learn rules for safe gun handling; pistol parts and operation; ammunition; shooting fundamentals; range rules; shooting from the bench rest position, and two handed standing positions; cleaning the pistol; and continued opportunities for skill development. Students need not have their own handgun for this course, but there are a limited amount of handguns available. If you have your own handgun bring it and a minimum of fifty rounds of standard target ammunition. If you do not have your own then indicate that when you sign up and I will let you know what's available. You will then have to bring fifty rounds of ammunition in the specified caliber. Any sporting goods store that sells firearms and ammunition should be able to assist in selecting proper ammunition.
GFT Introduction to the Handgun
Do you have a handgun in the house but don't know how to use it? Or are you contemplating the purchase of a handgun but don't know what it all means? The GFT Introduction course is three hours of classroom and two on the range. We will cover:
- Firearm and Range Safety
- Types of Handguns: semi-auto, revolver, single a double action, striker and their nomenclature
- Types of Ammunition
- Care and Maintenance
- Safe and Proper Loading and Unloading
- Proper Sighting and Firing Techniques
- Applicable Laws and Use of Lethal Force
There is a limit of six people for this class. Class is $85. You will need 100 rounds of target ammunition.
If you do not have a firearm there will be one for you to use. You can either bring 100 rounds or purchase at the shoot for $25.
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