Defensive Pistol & Concealed Carry Training
PRINCIPLES OF EVERYDAY CARRY
Elevate Your Personal Defense
(BEGINNER COURSE)
Welcome to Defensive Pistol & The Concealed Carry Way, Bear Arms Training’s flagship concealed carry course designed for your personal protection and personal growth. This 6-hour program builds on foundational skills while focusing on critical aspects such as decision-making, envionment/personal awareness, de-escalation, and avoidance strategies. The course integrates real-world scenarios with practical shooting exercises to ensure a disciplined and hands-on learning experience. Additionally, this course covers Virginia-specific use-of-force laws, equipping you with essential legal knowledge for responsible firearm ownership and concealment.
Diving into the Curriculum
Our comprehensive curriculum covers a range of critical topics to help you become a more proficient and competent defender of yourself and your loved ones. Throughout this course, you’ll achieve proficiency in a wide array of skills, including:
Use-of-Force
Understanding what you need to know about the laws concerning your rights. Learn how to identify and respond properly to varying threat levels.
Environmental Awareness
We explore how envionments work and what you bring into that envionment mentally.
De-Escalation
Master the skill of defusing or reducing tension and potential conflict in order to prevent a situation from escalating into violence or further harm.
Principles of Concealed Carry
Comprehend concealed carry fundamentals encompassing lawful, safe firearm carrying while emphasizing situational awareness, responsibility, and ethical judgment.
Mindset
Master your mental attitude and readiness, which influence actions and decisions, particularly in challenging or threatening situations.
Ethical Considerations
Learn how to evaluate moral implications, prioritizing responsible and just actions, particularly in self-defense situations involving force.
Eligibility and Prerequisites:
The Defensive Pistol & The Concealed Carry Way course is open to participants aged 21 and over, regardless of background or experience. While prior firearm training is not mandatory, completing a basic firearms course before enrolling is recommended. Our dedicated instructors support you in establishing a strong foundation in concealed carry principles while maintaining a strong level of safety for all participants.
Live-Fire Session:
This course is designed to evaluate a concealed carry participant’s ability to respond effectively according to Bear Arms Training’s high standards for responsible carry. These standards are grounded in real-life events that have shaped the firearms training industry, ensuring they reflect practical, life-saving principles. The shooting portion serves as the key metric, providing an assessment based on scenarios inspired by real-world experiences.
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT:
- Reliable handgun (semi-automatic or revolver)
- Minimum of 2 magazines (for semi-automatics)
- Quality holster (if applicable)
- Eye protection
- Hearing protection
- 150–200 rounds of factory ammunition
- Sturdy belt for support (recommended)
Seamless Learning Experience:
At Bear Arms Training, we hold the seamless progression of your learning experience as paramount. Recognizing the pivotal role of comfort in effective learning, we have preemptively addressed potential logistical concerns. Please let us know how we might help aid in your training.
FAQs:
To foster enhanced clarity, let’s address common inquiries:
Can I Enroll in This Class with No Prior Experience?
Absolutely, you’re welcome to join this course without any prior experience. However, please be aware that while we embrace all levels of learners, Bear Arms Training retains the discretion to dismiss any student exhibiting unsafe behavior towards themselves or others during the course. We highly recommend that participants in this course consider completing a basic safety course before diving into EDC 1.0.
Is Equipment Rental Available, or Should I Bring My Own?
Yes, equipment rental is an option, but we do have a limited supply available. We strongly advise students enrolled in this course to come with their own equipment. If you require guidance in choosing the appropriate pistol, holster, and magazine pouch prior to the course, please don’t hesitate to contact our office – we’re here to assist. For those interested in renting our gear, please give our office a call for pricing details.
Am I Allowed to Bring My Own Firearm and Ammunition?
Certainly, we highly encourage it. However, if you opt to bring your own firearms and ammunition, it’s important to ensure they comply with the regulations of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Throughout the course, firearms must be either cased or holstered at all times, unless instructed otherwise by our instructors.
What's the Ratio of Range Time to Classroom Time?
An excellent question! The course is designed with a balanced approach – roughly a 50/50 split between time spent in the classroom and on the range. During the range portion, which lasts about three to four hours, you’ll have the opportunity to put the classroom knowledge into practice, assess your skills, and identify areas for improvement.
Do I Get a Certificate After Finishing the Course
Absolutely; once you successfully complete the course, you’ll receive a certificate of completion provided by Bear Arms Training. If you haven’t obtained your concealed carry permit yet, this course will qualify you to receive your concealed carry permit, which is reciprocated in thirty-six states pursuant to the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Available Courses:
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Cancellation Policy
By purchasing this course, you agree to the Cancellation Policy: All courses are non-refundable. A minimum of a 24-hour notification is required, and participants may reschedule only once per registration fee.
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