HANDGUN TRAINING COURSES AT C2 TACTICAL!
C2 Tactical offers the best handgun training courses for shooting enthusiasts of all levels. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned shooter, we have options for everyone. Our beginner-level courses are targeted at people who want to try their hand at handgun shooting and are looking for professional supervision and instruction. The more advanced courses are focused on perfecting the technique and expanding experience.
We offer both onsite and offsite training. All the instructors for our handgun courses are NRA certified or have extensive military/law enforcement backgrounds. So, what are you waiting for? Book a class NOW!
Handgun Training Specials
Beginner Bundle
P100-P300 + Private Instruction
$250
New to the range? Bought a new handgun and not sure where to start? Looking for a gift idea? Look no further!
This bundle contains 4 classes designed to get your education started from ground zero! Originally valued at $330, you can’t miss this Training Special!
If you have any questions, or would like to book please call in: 480-588-8802
Must be 21 or older to purchase
*can be used for Women Only Classes
**no other discounts apply
***classes cannot be substituted
- P100 – Introduction to Handguns – You’ll learn universal gun safety rules, handgun types, ammunition, safe storage, and function. All of our firearm classes are designed to meet students at their current skill level, creating a supportive learning environment.
- P200 – Basic Handgun Class- There is a focus on the basics of marksmanship, and firearm familiarity. We emphasize proper stance, grip, aim, and trigger press in order to achieve consistent accuracy and self evaluation.
- P300 – Intermediate Handgun Class – This course takes the shooter to the next level. This class will continue to develop your trigger control, and picking up the pace with follow up shots. You will develop accuracy on demand through initial sight picture and recoil management.
- Private Lesson – Have any questions along the way? A Private Lesson is what you need! A private one-on-one lesson allow you to focus on the areas of your interest. The entire lesson is tailored to you based on your skill set and knowledge. If you want to learn a certain technique or perfect a specific shot, you can do so by working with our private lesson instructor.
*Private Lesson can be used at any time
Intermediate Bundle
P200-P400 + Private Instruction
$325
Looking to take your skills to the next level? Looking for a gift idea? Look no further!
If you’ve got mags on your waist and experience under your belt, these classes are for you. This bundle contains 4 classes designed to elevate your skills! Originally valued at $405, you can’t miss this Training Special!
If you have any questions, or would like to book please call in: 480-588-8802
Must be 21 or older to purchase
*can be used for Women Only Classes
**no other discounts apply
***classes cannot be substituted
- P200 – Basic Handgun Class- There is a focus on the basics of marksmanship, and firearm familiarity. We emphasize proper stance, grip, aim, and trigger press in order to achieve consistent accuracy and self evaluation.
- P300 – Intermediate Handgun Class – This course takes the shooter to the next level. This class will continue to develop your trigger control, and picking up the pace with follow up shots. You will develop accuracy on demand through initial sight picture and recoil management.
- P400 – Practical Pistol 1 – This pistol class adds drawing your handgun from an Outside the Waistband (OWB) holster prior to shooting. You’ll become familiar with malfunctions, how to clear them, and advanced reloading techniques!
- Private Lesson – Have any questions along the way? A Private Lesson is what you need! A private one-on-one lesson allow you to focus on the areas of your interest. The entire lesson is tailored to you based on your skill set and knowledge. If you want to learn a certain technique or perfect a specific shot, you can do so by working with our private lesson instructor.
*Private Lesson can be used at any time
Advanced Bundle
P400-P600 + Private Instruction
$500
Ready to really “Run and Gun”? With the Advanced Bundle Courses, you will learn to get the blood pumpin’ by shooting and moving. These courses get you up close and personal with cover and concealment! Get out from the booth, head down range, and use your gear!
This bundle contains 4 classes designed to elevate your skills! Originally valued at $580, you can’t miss this!
If you have any questions, or would like to book, please call in: 480-588-8802
Must be 21 or older to purchase
***classes cannot be substituted
- P400 – Practical Pistol 1 – This class adds drawing your handgun from an Outside the Waistband (OWB) holster prior to shooting. You’ll become familiar with malfunctions, how to clear them, and advanced reloading techniques!
- P500 – Practical Pistol 2 – This class continues your development building on the skill learned in Practical Pistol 1. It covers Shot Placement and the balance of speed and precision, retention/tactical reloads, getting off the “X” while drawing, and introduction to shooting on the move.
- P600 – Practical Pistol 3 – Last but not least, Practical Pistol 3 introduces close range shooting methods, use of barricades, cover and concealment, manipulation and shooting while on the move.
- Private Lesson – Have any questions along the way? A Private Lesson is what you need! A private one-on-one lesson allow you to focus on the areas of your interest. The entire lesson is tailored to you based on your skill set and knowledge. If you want to learn a certain technique or perfect a specific shot, you can do so by working with our private lesson instructor.
*Private Lesson can be used at any time
Introduction to Handguns
Pistol 100
$75
4 hours
This class is designed to teach the novice about handguns and the skills necessary to handle them safely. This gun safety class covers the universal safety rules, handgun types, ammunition, safe storage, and function. How to safety check, load, and unload a handgun are also covered, culminating in 50rds shot on the range.
Course Objectives:
- Universal Firearm Safety Training
- Types of handguns
- Ammunition
- Safe loading and unloading procedures
Practical Skills:
- Perform a Safety/Conditions Check
- Safely Load & Unload a Magazine/Cylinder
- Safely Load & Unload a Handgun
- Safely Shoot 50rds
3 hour class time and 1 hour range time
Required Equipment:
- Handgun (Personal or from our Rental Fleet – recommended .22lr for new shooters*)
- Eye & Ear Protection
- 1 Properly Functioning Magazine
- 50rds of Range Approved Ammunition
*Handguns may be rented at no cost but will require you to purchase C2 Tactical’s range ammunition for use.
Basic Handgun
Pistol 200
$75
4 hours
Step two in our pistol class progression, this class focuses on the basics of marksmanship with your handgun. The emphasis is on proper stance, grip, aiming, and trigger press in order to achieve consistent aimed fire. Using both inert Blue Training Guns and time in the Sim Room, students will be then individually coached in the basics before going onto the live fire range.
Course Objectives:
- Universal Firearm Safety Training
- Fundamental Skills for Accurate Shooting
- Dry Practice and the Sim Room Training
- Reading your Target
Practical Skills:
- Handgun Shooting Fundamentals
- Sim Room Use and Dry Practice
- Accurate Single Shots on the Range
- Yes, shoot a playing card in half!
1 hour class time, 1 hour Simulator room, 2 hours range time
Required Equipment:
- Handgun (Personal or from our Rental Fleet*)
- Eye and Ear Protection
- 1 properly functioning Magazine
- 150rds of range approved Ammunition
Prerequisites:
Completion of Introduction to Handgun or Instructor Exemption
*Handguns may be rented at no cost but will require you to purchase C2 Tactical’s range ammunition for use
Intermediate Handgun
Pistol 300
$100
4 hours
Building on the single-aimed fire skill developed in the previous class, this course takes the shooter to the next level: shooting multiple accurate shots on target while maintaining acceptable accuracy. The skills taught and practiced in the class will provide a base level of competency for students to continue their pistol class progression, whether for recreation, competition, or personal defense.
Course Objectives:
- Universal Firearm Safety Training
- Review Fundamental Shooting Skills
- Trigger Reset for Faster Follow Up Shots
- Develop “Accuracy on Demand”
Practical Skills:
- Presentation
- Recoil Management
- Advanced Trigger Control
- Follow Up Shots
1 hour class time, 3 hours Simulator room & range time
Required Equipment:
- Handgun (Personal or from our Rental Fleet)
- Eye and Ear Protection
- 1 properly functioning Magazine
- 150rds of range approved Ammunition
Prerequisites:
Basic Handgun or Instructor Exemption
Pistol Mounted Optics
Pistol 350
$100
4 hours
Building on the skills developed in the previous class, this course is designed for the shooter using Pistol Mounted Optics -Red Dot- and takes the shooter through the basics of how to use this new sight system. Shooting accurate multiple shots on target while maintaining the dot on view. The skills taught and practiced in the class will provide a base level of competency for students to then be able to continue on their pistol class progression, whether for recreation, competition, or personal defense.
Course Objectives:
- Universal Firearm Safety Training
- Introduction to the Reflex Pistol Mounted Optic System
- Review types of reflex sights, mounting options and features
- Fundamentals for finding the dot in single and multiple shots
- Develop “Accuracy on Demand”
Practical Skills:
- Presentation from high compress ready
- Recoil Management
- Cadence and multiple targets
- Follow up shots
1 1/2 hour class time, 2 1/2 hours simulator room & range time
Required Equipment:
- Handgun (Personal or from our rentals)
- Eye and Ear Protection
- 2 properly functioning magazines
- 150rds of ammunition
Prerequisites:
Intermediate Handgun or Instructor Exemption
*Handguns may be rented at no cost but will require you to purchase C2 Tactical’s range ammunition for use.
Defensive Pistol 100
DP100
$100
4 hours
The DP100 course is designed to give graduates of our Basic (100-300) the tactical advantage in a self-defense situation in which deadly force is the only option.
Course Objectives:
- Shot Placement
- Defining Defensively Effective Fire
- Legal Use of Deadly Force
- Shoot/No-Shoot Scenarios
- Environmental Awareness
- Stress Shooting
Practical Skills:
- 3 Methods of Aiming
- Round Count/Volume of Fire
- Failure to Stop Drills
1 hour class time, 1 hour simulator room, 2 hours range time
Required Equipment:
- Personal Handgun
- Eye and Ear Protection
- 3 properly functioning magazines
- 250-300rds of range-approved ammunition
Prerequisites:
Intermediate Handgun or Instructor Exemption
Practical Pistol 1
Pistol 400
$150
4 hours
A significant step up from the base level 100-300 classes, this class adds in drawing your handgun from an Outside the Waistband (OWB) holster prior to
shooting. The majority of this class occurs on the range and in front of the shooting tables, so proper equipment and safety is paramount.
Course Objectives:
- Universal Firearm Safety Training
- Draw a Handgun from an OWB Holster
- Reloading
- Handling Malfunctions
Practical Skills:
- Drawing your Handgun
- Presentation to First Shot
- Speed Reload
- Malfunction Drills
1 hour class time, the remainder is range time
Required Equipment:
- Personal Handgun
- Eye and Ear Protection
- Rigid Gun Belt (1.5” or wider)
- Outside the Waistband (OWB) Holster (strong-side only – no IWB, cross-draw, appendix, etc.) (No Nylon, Cloth, or SERPA style Holsters)
- Magazine Pouch(es) that can hold 2 Magazines securely
(No Nylon or Cloth Pouches) - Three (3) properly functioning Magazines
- 150-250rds of range approved ammunition
Prerequisites:
Intermediate Handgun or Instructor Exemption
Practical Pistol 2
Pistol 500
$175
4 hours
The next evolution in your firearms classes, this class begins to introduce the student to the additional skills sets needed for defensive shooting. Retention and Tactical reloads are introduced as is defensive shot placement, multiple shot engagements, drawing while stepping off the “X” and shooting on the move. This is an advanced level course and mandates that all students are fully competent, properly equipped, and safe while working down range and at the loading tables.
Course Objectives:
- Universal Firearm Safety Training
- Shot Placement/Balance of Speed and Precision
- Learn how to Perform a Tactical Reload
- Shooting on the Move
Practical Skills:
- Draw to Multiple Shots
- Retention/Tactical Reload
- Getting off the “X”
- Shooting on the Move
1 hour class time, the remainder is range time
Required Equipment:
- Personal Handgun
- Eye and Ear Protection
- Rigid Gun Belt (1.5” or wider)
- Outside the Waistband (OWB) Holster (strong-side only – no IWB, cross-draw, appendix, etc.) (No Nylon, Cloth, or SERPA style Holsters)
- Magazine Pouch(es) that can hold 2 Magazines securely
(No Nylon or Cloth Pouches) - Three (3) properly functioning Magazines
- 150-250rds of range approved ammunition
Prerequisites:
Graduate of Practical Pistol 1
Practical Pistol 3
Pistol 600
$175
4 hours
The final class in the Practical handgun progression. This class is 90% range work focusing on shooting from a close quarters (retention) position, reloading and shooting while on the move as well as the use of barricades and cover. This is an advanced level course and mandates that all students are fully competent, properly equipped, and safe while working down range and at the loading tables.
Course Objectives:
- Universal Firearm Safety Training
- Close Range Shooting Methods
- Barricades, Cover and Concealment
- Manipulation and Shooting While Moving
Practical Skills:
- Shooting from Retention Position
- Shooting Around Barricades
- Use of Cover
- Reloading on the Move
- Advanced Shooting on the Move
1 hour class time, the remainder is range time
Required Equipment:
- Personal Handgun
- Eye and Ear Protection
- Rigid Gun Belt (1.5” or wider)
- Outside the Waistband (OWB) Holster (strong-side only – no IWB, cross-draw, appendix, etc.) (No Nylon, Cloth, or SERPA style Holsters)
- Magazine Pouch(es) that can hold 2 Magazines securely
(No Nylon or Cloth Pouches) - Three (3) properly functioning Magazines
- 150-250rds of range approved ammunition
Prerequisites:
Graduate of Practical Pistol 2