This is an extremely comprehensive class that exceeds the requirements to obtain a Colorado CCW license. It lays the foundation for all other CCW Colorado Defensive Pistol training. This course is designed for those who know and can demonstrate basic firearm knowledge and shooting experience and want to apply for their Colorado CCW permit or those that have their Colorado CCW and wish to have additional instruction and improve defensive shooting skills. It was developed to allow students to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitude essential for avoiding dangerous confrontations and understand the responsibility of carrying and using a concealed firearm in self-defense situations.

This course covers the following topics:

• Firearm Safety
• Review of Pistol Basics
• Ethical Considerations of Carrying and Using a Firearm
• Overview of Self Defense Law
• Overview of Federal and State laws regarding firearms
• Holsters, carry positions and Concealment
• Situational Awareness / Defender Mindset
• Defensive Shooting Basics &  Tactics
• Responding to an Attack and the Aftermath

The interactive classroom training includes dry-fire practice. It takes approximately 6-8 hours to complete depending on class size and overall participation. Dress should be comfortable but a sturdy belt is required for holster retention and dry-fire practice. Class size is limited to a maximum of 8 participants regardless of venue capacity.

Equipment Needed:

Personal Unloaded Pistol

Minimum of 2 Unloaded Magazines

Kydex, Outside of the Waistband Holster

THe second half of the Pistol 2 - Basic Concealed Carry class consists of a live-fire qualification as required by Colorado law. CCW Colorado will coach you through shooting drills to ensure you have the skills to defend yourself and your family in a life threatening situation.

The shooting class consists of 3-6 hours of comprehensive live-fire drills at a shooting range based on the participants firearm experience level. The range we utilize is an outdoor range, so participants should dress appropriately for the weather conditions. At a minimum students should wear a hat, high neck shirt, sturdy belt and closed toe shoes or boots.

Participants should bring:

• Safety Glasses
• Hearing Protection (electronic preferred)
• Personal, Unloaded Firearms
• Minimum of 2 unloaded magazines
• Outside the Waistband, Strongside Holster (Pistol 2 - Basic Concealed Carry Class)
• Personal Concealed Carry Holster (Pistol 3 - Defensive Shooting Class)
• 200 rounds of factory loaded, range ammunition (FMJ)

This course exceeds the training requirements to apply for the Colorado CCW permit.