Training

Can You Take A Concealed Carry Class Online

By Jacob Paulsen / February 26, 2016

More than half of US states will accept a permit that is obtained by taking an online only concealed carry class. This article explores how that works and how your state laws may or may not apply.

Tactical Home Defense Tips From EJ Owens

By Jacob Paulsen / February 19, 2016

Based on my team’s research a home invasion is the most common place for you to need to use deadly force and deploy firearm related defense tactics so this is a critical topic. EJ’s course consists of hours of quality video content that addresses every aspect of home defense you could imagine.

Making the RSO Your Best Friend

By Jacob Paulsen / February 5, 2016

Some time ago I wrote an article about why we often don’t recommend training at a public gun range due to the concerns for one’s safety. Today I want to suggest that if you do train at a public gun range you should make the RSO your new best friend.

Speed Shooting Competition With LASR

By Jacob Paulsen / February 3, 2016

In the video you see the LASR software and we are shooting with SIRTs from NLT. Coupon codes and links are below if interested. Racing drills like this have good and bad aspects. The good is that you act with legitimate…

Dry Practice: Further Thoughts

By Steve Beckstead / January 29, 2016

A number of organizations issue this to students or employees for their use in clearing or loading handguns. One item called the Academy Pad, has three holes to fit inside a standard loose leaf binder.

Mobile App Released for USA Gun Owners

By Jacob Paulsen / January 28, 2016

We wanted to create a powerful, “one stop” resource for American Gun Owners at no cost and free of advertising. After doing some battle with the various App Stores we finally got it approved.

Who Makes Up Your Survivalist Team?

By Jacob Paulsen / January 13, 2016

While you are ultimately responsible for what you do and how prepared you are you still need to approach survival and preparedness as something you do with a team of people that support your efforts forward.

Officer Slips On Ice and Accidentally Shoots Suspect

By Jacob Paulsen / December 24, 2015

Here in the mountains of Colorado not to far from my home I got a reminder when reading the local news. Earlier in December 2015 a police office with the Aurora Police Department was confronting a criminal when he slipped on some ice.

Dry Practice – Dry Fire: Working on Fundamentals

By Steve Beckstead / December 18, 2015

It was a pretty proud moment for that young shooter! Later during a course I was taking, I flubbed a simple action, when home and worked it “dry” then went back and smoked through the exercise perfectly. Some one asked how I’d improved, and I said, “Dry practice!” Yes, it does work!

VIDEO: How to Draw Your Concealed Carry Firearm and Present It

By Damon Thueson / December 7, 2015

Master instructor Steve Beckstead shares some tips for drawing your concealed firearm. It’s simple but its critical to train and practice.

Hand to Hand Combat Instructor Matt Numrich Interview

By Jacob Paulsen / December 1, 2015

Matt is a leading expert and instructor in the arena of physical self-defense and hand to hand combat. The son of a police officer Matt has always approached martial arts in two very unique ways that set him apart.

Over 7000 Gun Ranges Added to Directory

By Jacob Paulsen / November 28, 2015

Yesterday we added over 7,000 new gun ranges to the directory in all 50 states. So if you are planning on getting some range time in this holiday season check the directory for the ones closest to you.

Cold Weather Carry Concerns

By Steve Beckstead / November 17, 2015

I learned and reconfirmed several ideas about cold season carry. Enjoy the time of year. Do not let your awareness falter due to too much holiday celebration! Evil never takes holidays and may target you and yours. Stay prepared, as wolves don’t hibernate.

Dryfire Tips Video Series from LASR

By Jacob Paulsen / October 30, 2015

In part because they are awesome, and no doubt in part to help people understand how they can leverage the LASR product, John built out a series of 18 great training videos that he has compiled into a YouTube playlist.

How Saying “I’m Sorry” can Save Your Life – and His

By David / October 16, 2015

It’s critical that you become proficient with your firearm of choice if you have decided to carry. The draw. The grip. Acquisition of the target. Accuracy in firing your weapon if…