| This course is the foundation for all future training. Our shooters return to this block regularly to refresh their skills and maintain proficiency with the basics, allowing them to access further training. By the end of this class, you will feel confident handling a gun safely.
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(The last day to register is 2/20 – Cowtown policy requires a 72-hour notice.) NOTE: Please complete both waivers by clicking the highlighted hyperlinks before your scheduled class. Thank you! |
When and Where:
- 2/24/26 Tuesday, 11-1 pm, Bay 5
Location Map:
Contact:
Call 623-764-3145 or fill out the form on our contact page.
Dave Turley
Tactics and Safety Consultants, LLC
Defensive Pistol Course – Arriola
Class Details:
Member Pricing:
$150
Non-Member Pricing:
$150
Welcome Letter / Important information for your course.
THE FIRST THING YOU NEED TO KNOW WHEN ARRIVING ON THE RANGE: Please keep all firearms in their cases or holsters until we are on the firing line. For everyone’s safety, we will commit to NOT handling guns for any reason unless on the firing line.
FACILITY:
Cowtown is a rustic range complex without potable water. The Porta-Potties are cleaned regularly, but there are no other facilities nearby.
WHAT TO BRING:
We will be in desert terrain, so some type of:
- Comfortable closed-toe shoes, hiking shoes, or sneakers are suggested.
- Ballcap, hat with a visor or brim.
- Eye and Ear pro. (We can supply them, if needed. Please let us know.
- Comfortable shirt with a closed collar (no V-neck or tank top)
- Sunscreen, water, snacks, and any meds, if needed.
FIREARM/AMMO: We can provide pistols if needed. (Please let us know in the registration or call us if you have any questions)
- Pistol with two or three magazines
- 100+ rounds of FMJ ammo
HOLSTER:
Please bring your own, or we can provide one, depending on the gun.
BELT:
Good quality leather or nylon belt, 1.5 to 2 inches wide.
SCHEDULE:
We will start with a brief introduction on housekeeping, sign-in, and a safety briefing. After that, we will discuss our goals and inspect your gear. Our top priority is to ensure a safe training environment while evaluating your gun-handling, accuracy, and safety. We will maintain a relaxed yet challenging pace. Our second goal is to have fun! Finally, we will have a brief debrief to review your class experience. We’re excited to see you there.
Please call us if you have any questions at 623-764-3145
