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INTERMEDIATE COURSES

Our Intermediate Courses are designed for those who want to go beyond the basics and build confidence in defensive shooting, self-protection strategies, and marksmanship accuracy. These courses focus on practical application, ensuring that students develop strong tactical awareness, firearm handling skills, and decision-making under pressure.

Whether you’re looking to improve your defensive pistol techniques, refine your marksmanship, or enhance your ability to respond to real-world threats, our certified instructors provide hands-on training that prepares you for the next level. With a combination of classroom instruction, live-fire exercises, and tactical fitness, our courses will equip you with the knowledge, mindset, and skills needed to train and perform with confidence.

Take the next step in your training journey—explore our intermediate courses below and elevate your abilities today!

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USCCA Women’s Handgun and Self-Defense Fundamentals

This modular training program is designed specifically for women looking to develop a comprehensive self-defense strategy. The course is divided into three key modules: Women’s Basic Pistol, Women’s Intermediate Pistol, and Women’s Defensive Pistol. Each section builds upon the last, reinforcing firearm fundamentals, situational awareness, and defensive shooting techniques. This course empowers students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to responsibly handle firearms in self-defense situations.

  • Duration: 8 Hours

  • Cost: $150.00 + NM state tax

NRA Basics of Personal Protection Outside the Home (PPOTH) – Defensive Pistol II

This advanced defensive pistol course trains students to safely carry, store, and use a firearm for self-defense outside the home. Participants will develop the skills needed to react effectively under stress, including drawing from a holster, engaging threats from different positions, and understanding legal considerations for self-defense. Safety principles specific to defensive situations are emphasized, ensuring responsible and lawful firearm use.

  • Duration: 14 Hours

  • Cost: $250.00 + NM state tax

NRA Basics of Personal Protection Inside the Home (PPITH) – Defensive Pistol I

This introductory defensive pistol course focuses on home safety, defensive shooting skills, and responding to violent confrontations. Students will learn about firearm laws, strategies for home defense, and how to choose a handgun for self-defense. Hands-on training includes shooting techniques and practical drills to prepare for real-world situations. This course is ideal for those looking to strengthen their defensive mindset and home protection skills.

  • Duration: 8 Hours

  • Cost: $125.00 + NM state tax

NRA Defensive Pistol

The NRA Defensive Pistol Course focuses on developing a defensive mindset and practical shooting techniques for concealed carry. Students will learn:

  • Safe gun handling for concealed carry

  • The difference between cover and concealment

  • Drawing from a holster

  • Mental awareness levels in defensive scenarios

  • Clearing common stoppages and firearm malfunctions

This course is conducted by NRA Certified Advanced Pistol Instructors, ensuring high-quality, professional instruction. Students receive course materials and certification upon completion.

  • Duration: 8 Hours (4 Hours Classroom & 4 Hours Range)

  • Cost: $150.00 + NM state tax

Fundamentals of Pistol Marksmanship

This course is specifically designed to improve pistol accuracy by refining shooting fundamentals and firearm mechanics. Students will engage in bullseye exercises, range etiquette, and precision drills to enhance their marksmanship. Whether you are new to shooting or looking to sharpen your skills, this class provides targeted instruction for measurable improvement.

  • Duration: 3 Hours

  • Cost: $75.00 + NM state tax

Tac-Fit Gunfighter

This intensive training course combines functional fitness with firearm performance, exposing shooters to mental and physical stressors they may encounter in real-world scenarios. The course emphasizes:

  • Shooting under elevated heart rate and physical fatigue

  • Mental resilience and decision-making under pressure

  • Firearms safety and situational awareness

  • Tourniquet (TQ) training for emergency medical response

This course is physically demanding and recommended for students with a strong level of fitness. Training is real-world based, ensuring shooters leave prepared for dynamic, high-pressure situations.

  • Duration: 8 Hours (4 Hours Classroom & 4 Hours Range)

  • Cost: $250.00 + NM state tax

AR-15 Fundamentals

This USCCA-certified course is designed for new and experienced AR-15 owners, covering:

  • Safe handling, maintenance, and defensive use of an AR-15

  • Fundamentals of rifle marksmanship

  • Practical and cumulative live-fire drills

  • Emergency reloads and cadence shooting techniques

Students will gain confidence and proficiency in using their AR-15 for home defense and personal protection. The course ensures responsible rifle handling in civilian defense contexts.

  • Duration: 6 Hours

  • Cost: $175.00 + NM state tax

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