No mechanical device has a will of its own. A gun never “goes off” unless something causes it to do so. Guns are safe. It is people who are dangerous. The wound delivered by a bullet can easily be fatal. This means that you should not expect the luxury of learning by experience. Your first mistake may well be your last. But you need not make it. If you are going to live with a firearm it is your responsibility to learn how to use. it.
Available Pistol Classes
250 Pistol Class
The 250 includes five solid days of range work, lectures and intensive indoor, outdoor and low light, live fire simulators. You will be in control of your immediate environment. All certificates are graded and many lifelong friends will be identified during this experience.
350 Intermediate Pistol Class
Move! The 350 course focuses on movement. You will not be standing still on the line as everything will be done with different types of movement. Getting off the line of attack, shoot then move, move then shoot, continuous movementLearn More »
350N Low Light Defensive Pistol
It’s a fact that most confrontations occur in low light or darkness. It is imperative that you develop the skills and tactics necessary to prevail in these conditions. It is basic human nature to be afraid of the dark. HumansLearn More »
499 Advanced Pistol Class
499 is the second of the post graduate pistol courses, continuing “The Gunsite Experience”. Advanced Defensive Pistol clients are already very good shooters. At this advanced skill level, even very minor improvements in your technique will lead to major increasesLearn More »
CCW Permit Class
While Arizona is a Constitutional Carry State, a CCW permit is still required for interstate reciprocity. Our CCW classes more than satisfy the Arizona’s training requirement for the Concealed Carry Permit. You will experience a personal carry system lecture andLearn More »
Church Defense
This course will deal with establishing training and selecting those who will protect and defend if necessary, their respective house of worship. Subjects may include but are not limited to: The history of church shootings Setting up physical security ProfilingLearn More »
Close Quarters Pistol Class
Close Quarter Pistol is designed to prepare students for the real world dynamics of sudden, violent confrontation and attacks. What will you do if suddenly and violently attacked? Will you have the time and opportunity to present your firearm? DoLearn More »
Colorado 150 Three Day Pistol
3 days of Gunsite doctrine covering the Modern Technique of the pistol! This is an excellent opportunity for first time students to learn Gunsite doctrine. It is also a great refresher for our alumni graduates. We will cover the CombatLearn More »
Concealed Carry Pistol
This class will combine various aspects of all the Gunsite pistol classes (250, 350, 499, CQP), with the added requisite of concealment. Various concealment systems will be discussed and demonstrated. This will include the various concealed carry purses and bagsLearn More »
Critical Skills Pistol/Carbine
This class goes beyond the basics of the pistol and carbine and delves into working as a team with both weapons systems. The shooters will work simulators, both indoors and out, as an individual and as a team. Vehicle bailouts,Learn More »
Defensive 3 Gun Class
Many of you have asked for a class that combines the use of handgun, carbine and shotgun into one 5 day course. Well, we listened and here it is! This unique opportunity will combine all 3 guns into one ofLearn More »
Defensive Vehicle Tactics
This class is offered as a private class for 10 or more or as a tutorial. Contact hartman@gunsite.com to schedule. Most of us spend a lot of time in our vehicles. This class focuses on tactics and techniques that applyLearn More »
Gunsite Alumni Shoot
The Gunsite Alumni Shoot, is “A Social Event only Slightly Interrupted by Gunfire”. Founded by Jeff Cooper in the late 70’s, it is held every year in the fall for graduates of a 3 or more day handgun class. StagesLearn More »
Indiana 150 Three Day Pistol – Lebanon
3 days of Gunsite doctrine covering the Modern Technique of the pistol! This is an excellent opportunity for first time students to learn Gunsite doctrine. It is also a great refresher for our alumni graduates. We will cover the CombatLearn More »
Ladies Pistol
These all ladies classes are taught by world class Rangemasters. This three-day class is the introduction to the Modern Technique of the Pistol, and will provide women with the rudimentary skills to manage their equipment safely.
Ladies Pistol 2
This will pick up where the Ladies’ 150 left off. Shooting will be done from concealed carry both on and off the body. Demonstrations of various carry methods will be explained and utilized. A night shoot will be conducted. AlternativeLearn More »
Night Vision – Pistol/Carbine
Do you have night vision devices that you would like to put through its paces? Are you thinking about purchasing night vision but don’t know what you want or is available? Then you might want to consider this 3-day class,Learn More »
Pistol Range 2-day
Skill at arms is a perishable skill. We have added Range Days to our schedule which gives graduates of the respective discipline an opportunity to come out to the range and shoot with an instructor for 16 hours. Basic levelLearn More »
Pistol Range Day
Skill at arms is a perishable skill. We have added Range Days to our schedule which gives “Gunsite Pistol Alumni” an opportunity to come out to the range and shoot with an instructor for 8 hours. Basic level exercises areLearn More »
Pistol Team Tactics for Two
This class is offered only through a private tutorial. Minimum of 8 clients required for a class. When partners work cooperatively in a tactical situation, their capabilities are multiplied, not added together. A two-person team can secure far more spaceLearn More »
Pocket Pistol
Many of us carry one either as a primary or secondary weapon. This 3 day course will put you and your favorite pocket pistol or revolver through extensive range drills and simulators. You will gain a thorough understanding of theLearn More »
Seasoned Citizen 250 Pistol
The Gunsite experience for those of us who have been around and have the aches and pains to prove it. This course covers all points of Gunsite doctrine on marksmanship, gun handling and mindset without all the ups and downsLearn More »
Seattle 150 Three Day Pistol Class
This offsite class is a unique introduction to Gunsite training. The 150 Pistol class is 3 days of Gunsite teaching methods covering the Modern Technique of the pistol! This is an excellent opportunity for first time students to learn Gunsite doctrine. It is alsoLearn More »
Tucson 2 Day Pistol
Class is limited to 16 people. 2 Gunsite Instructors will ensure you receive the proper coaching to dramatically increase your skills. The course meets the requirements for an AZ CCW permit. This 2 day course will cover: Safe Handling PrinciplesLearn More »
Virginia 250 Pistol Class
The 250 Pistol Class was first presented in October 1976 by Colonel Jeff Cooper. This class is “The Gunsite Experience.” Regardless of your age, gender, experience or station in life, upon completion of The Gunsite Experience, YOUR LIFE WILL CHANGE FOREVER! YouLearn More »
Youth 250 Pistol
Youth’s ages 12-16 can attend this course (no exceptions to the age range). This class will emphasize safe and responsible gun handling on the range and off. Students will learn the Modern Technique of the pistol in a safe, controlledLearn More »
270 Rifle Class
“The Jewel of Battle”, Jeff Cooper. The Gunsite 270 Class is to the rifle what the Modern Technique is to the pistol. This is a comprehensive course in the essential elements of safety and field rifle-craft. It should be mandatoryLearn More »
Battle Rifle Class
Battle Rifle is a course of instruction based on fighting with the .30 caliber rifle. The student is trained on engaging targets out to 300-600 yards. This class normally sees a variety of weapons, including the Garand, M14, AR10 variants,Learn More »
Extreme Long Range Rifle
This course examines the techniques and equipment required to engage targets from 1000 to 2000 meters. The classroom sessions cover the fine details of ballistics, methods of accurate range finding, selection of ammunition and configuration of ballistic software. Range sessionsLearn More »
Hunter Prep Class
This class is offered as a tutorial. Cost listed is one day per person. You set the date and tell us what you want to accomplish. Contact hartman@gunsite.com for multiple client discount. In the Hunter Prep class you will fit andLearn More »
Precision Rifle 7
This seven day class covers all the techniques, tactics and procedures used by the sniper to get first round hits on man size targets out to 1000 yards. Zeroing, data recording, ballistics and wind reading, observation and reporting methods, spotter/sniperLearn More »
223 Carbine Class
The Modern Technique, as applied to the carbine. Learn to manage your environment from arm’s length to 300 yards. This course will help you become thoroughly familiar with your carbine and your capabilities with it. Of course we will coverLearn More »
556 Advanced Carbine Night
It’s a fact that most confrontations occur in low light or darkness. It is imperative that you develop the skills and tactics necessary to prevail in these conditions. The advance carbine class has been renowned by combat veterans and lawLearn More »
Carbine Range 2-day
Skill at arms is a perishable skill. We have added Range Days to our schedule which gives graduates of the respective discipline an opportunity to come out to the range and shoot with an instructor for 8 hours. Basic levelLearn More »
Carbine Range Day
Skill at arms is a perishable skill. We have added Range Days to our schedule which gives “Gunsite Carbine Alumni” an opportunity to come out to the range and shoot with an instructor for 8 hours. Basic level exercises areLearn More »
Carbine Team Tactics for Two
This class is offered as a Tutorial. The purpose of the class is to provide students a platform to ingrain tactics necessary to create and work within a team environment while deploying a carbine weapons platform. The AR 15 platformLearn More »
Colorado Three Day Carbine
This 3 day class will be held at “Great Guns” in Nunn Colorado. This is not a basic class and will require intermediate skill with the modern carbine. AR15, SCAR L, AK74, Mini 14 and similar carbines are all applicableLearn More »
Critical Skills Pistol/Carbine
This class goes beyond the basics of the pistol and carbine and delves into working as a team with both weapons systems. The shooters will work simulators, both indoors and out, as an individual and as a team. Vehicle bailouts,Learn More »
Defensive 3 Gun Class
Many of you have asked for a class that combines the use of handgun, carbine and shotgun into one 5 day course. Well, we listened and here it is! This unique opportunity will combine all 3 guns into one ofLearn More »
Indiana 123 Three Day Carbine – Lebanon
The Indiana “123” Three Day Carbine class is a three day introduction to platforms such as the AR15, Mini 14, SCAR Light, AK 74, etc. In this class you will learn proper zeroing and sighting for your choice of sights andLearn More »
Night Vision – Pistol/Carbine
Do you have night vision devices that you would like to put through its paces? Are you thinking about purchasing night vision but don’t know what you want or is available? Then you might want to consider this 3-day class,Learn More »
Seasoned Citizen 223 Carbine
This class is for those of us who still love to shoot our carbines but prefer to do so while on our feet! This class does not have all the get down and get back up of a regular carbineLearn More »
260 Shotgun
260 is The Modern Technique as applied to the defensive shotgun. You will now be in command of one of the least-understood but most prolific weapons systems available. Effective out to and beyond 100 yards, the defensive shotgun’s flexibility andLearn More »
Defensive 3 Gun Class
Many of you have asked for a class that combines the use of handgun, carbine and shotgun into one 5 day course. Well, we listened and here it is! This unique opportunity will combine all 3 guns into one ofLearn More »
Seasoned Citizen 260 Shotgun
This class is the Gunsite Experience for those of us who have been around awhile and have the aches and pains to prove it. This course covers all points of Gunsite doctrine on marksmanship, gun handling and mindset without allLearn More »
Shotgun Advanced Tactical Problems
You have completed the Gunsite 260 Experience! Now you wish to attain the highest level of preparation. SATP will give you authoritative command of the shotgun. You will deliver maximum energy to the target in the minimum amount of time.Learn More »
Shotgun Range 2-day
Skill at arms is a perishable skill. We have added Range Days to our schedule which gives graduates of the respective discipline an opportunity to come out to the range and shoot with an instructor for 16 hours. Basic levelLearn More »
Shotgun Range Day
Skill at arms is a perishable skill. We have added the Shotgun Range Day to our schedule which gives “Gunsite Shotgun Alumni” who has taken Gunsite’s 260 Shotgun class an opportunity to come out to the range and shoot with an instructorLearn More »
Automatic Weapons
This is your opportunity to get hands on training with over 25 different automatic weapons. All weapons, ammunition and three days of training are included in the class price. You’ll receive classroom sessions on the history and development of theLearn More »
Carbine Team Tactics for Two
This class is offered as a Tutorial. The purpose of the class is to provide students a platform to ingrain tactics necessary to create and work within a team environment while deploying a carbine weapons platform. The AR 15 platformLearn More »
Church Defense
This course will deal with establishing training and selecting those who will protect and defend if necessary, their respective house of worship. Subjects may include but are not limited to: The history of church shootings Setting up physical security ProfilingLearn More »
Critical Skills Pistol/Carbine
This class goes beyond the basics of the pistol and carbine and delves into working as a team with both weapons systems. The shooters will work simulators, both indoors and out, as an individual and as a team. Vehicle bailouts,Learn More »
Defensive Vehicle Tactics
This class is offered as a private class for 10 or more or as a tutorial. Contact hartman@gunsite.com to schedule. Most of us spend a lot of time in our vehicles. This class focuses on tactics and techniques that applyLearn More »
Disaster Preparedness Tactics
Disaster preparedness is a popular topic within the firearms community. Whether the discussion is about manmade, environmental or natural disasters, “prepping” has become viewed as a necessary avocation. Many topics will be covered during this intensive 5 day course. TheLearn More »
Foreign Weapons Training
This class is available as a private tutorial only. Foreign Weapons is a course designed for military and civilian personnel with a need to understand, or teach the application of weapons most often employed by forces outside the United States.Learn More »
Gunsite Alumni Shoot
The Gunsite Alumni Shoot, is “A Social Event only Slightly Interrupted by Gunfire”. Founded by Jeff Cooper in the late 70’s, it is held every year in the fall for graduates of a 3 or more day handgun class. StagesLearn More »
Hunter Prep Class
This class is offered as a tutorial. Cost listed is one day per person. You set the date and tell us what you want to accomplish. Contact hartman@gunsite.com for multiple client discount. In the Hunter Prep class you will fit andLearn More »
INSTRUCTOR DEVELOPMENT
This class is designed to assist in developing your skills as a Firearms Instructor. This is not a basic shooting class. Students are expected to have the basics of marksmanship and safe gun handling prior to arrival. This class willLearn More »
Nashville Edged Weapons Training
This two day class provides the essential fundamentals of self-protection using an edged weapon. Regardless of size, strength, age or gender you can learn to defend yourself with any type of edged weapon using the concepts you will learn inLearn More »
Night Vision – Pistol/Carbine
Do you have night vision devices that you would like to put through its paces? Are you thinking about purchasing night vision but don’t know what you want or is available? Then you might want to consider this 3-day class,Learn More »
Non-Ballistic Weapons Training
Learn how to keep yourself and your family safe. Originally developed for federal agencies, this program will introduce you to the Fundamentals of Protection. Learn what is and how to use Protective Intelligence, Threat Assessment and Response, Attack Recognition, Active Shooter Response, Anti-kidnapping and howLearn More »
Pistol Team Tactics for Two
This class is offered only through a private tutorial. Minimum of 8 clients required for a class. When partners work cooperatively in a tactical situation, their capabilities are multiplied, not added together. A two-person team can secure far more spaceLearn More »
Predator Defense Class
Pricing is for one client per day. Multiple client discounts contact hartman@gunsite.com. All federal agencies are invited to this instructor development class (non-law-enforcement trainers), which will focus on weapons teaching skills needed to prepare individuals working in the wilderness/field forLearn More »
Seasoned Citizen 223 Carbine
This class is for those of us who still love to shoot our carbines but prefer to do so while on our feet! This class does not have all the get down and get back up of a regular carbineLearn More »
Seasoned Citizen 250 Pistol
The Gunsite experience for those of us who have been around and have the aches and pains to prove it. This course covers all points of Gunsite doctrine on marksmanship, gun handling and mindset without all the ups and downsLearn More »
SIMUNITION® SCENARIO INSTRUCTOR AND SAFETY COURSE
Does your organization have anyone factory certified? In today’s world of liability, problems are everywhere. You have to validate all aspects of your training coverage. Because of recent court cases, agencies are required to train their personnel as close toLearn More »
Tactical Tracking Level 1
Presented by the Scott Donelan Tracking School at Gunsite Academy This very successful Level 1 Tactical Tracking course consists of 44 hours instruction based upon David Scott-Donelan’s almost 50 years of operational and instructional experience world-wide. Constructed in such aLearn More »
