This course meets the requirements for concealed carry as per USCCA. 

Defending and saving is a unique combination of defensive shooting and trauma medicine designed to help defend yourself from a threat and to save yourself, family, or any innocent victims.

We focus on private/small group classes with a maximum 1:4 instructor student ratio. We find that this format is more conducive to skill retention.

Having the  proper gear/weapon for self defense is critical. Andres  will provide a detailed gear consult, either virtual or in person to ensure that your kit is functional and properly set up.

Course Location: Centerton, AR

This course is for anyone who wants to learn how to defend  themselves  and their family. No prior experience is needed with either firearms or medicine. Andres will tailor this course to your ability level so you can get the most out of it.

Day 1 (8 hours)

The first day consists of classroom instruction on trauma medicine along with skills application. We will also go over gear set-up, basic introduction to firearms and training to ensure that you can appropriately manipulate your weapon for our day on the range.

Day 2 (8 hours)

This will be our range/scenario day. We will cover range safety/etiquette, marksmanship fundamentals, then move into realistic, dynamic self defense shooting. Throughout the day we will also be practicing medical skills and have various scenarios. We will be using stress inoculation training to challenge you and give you real world skills to protect yourself and your family.

Firearms

• Legal / insurance considerations

• Firearms safety

• Fundamentals of marksmanship

• Realistic self defense shooting

• Fixing weapons malfunctions

• Proper emergency & tactical re-loading procedures

• Proper loading and unloading procedures

Medical

• Stress response/management

• Dealing with emergency situations

• IFAC (individual first aid kit) set up

• Bleeding control- Tourniquets and wound packing

• Basic Airway management

• Chest seal application

• Circulation assessment /treatment

• Hypothermia recognition/management

• Pt movement

Required Clothing & Gear:

• Durable pants (WITH BELT LOOPS), and comfortable/durable shift (avoid tank tops or low cut collars)

• Durable shoes - no sandals or open toed shoes

• Hat/head covering

• Rain Jacket

• Semi-Automatic Pistol (some rentals are available)

• Retention holster- preferably kydex (must hold your pistol securely) No Blackhawk Serpa holsters allowed.

• Magazine pouch (for 2-3 magazines)

• 3-4 magazines

• Sturdy belt or gun belt 

• Electronic ear protection (important for receiving instructions on the firing line)

• Eye protection

• 400 rounds of ammo 

• 10 dummy rounds

• Extra batteries for optic and ear pro

Recommended Items:

• IFAC (Individual First Aid Kit)

• Tourniquet

• Sunblock

• Insect repellant

Food & Water:

• Bring food and snacks. Our lunch breaks will be short, so bring something that does not require any preparation.

• Water bottle, hydration pack, or refillable container to stay hydrated.

$450/per person

2-6 students total

Gun/holster/magazine rental $100

GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE