Rock Haven Protective: Private Instruction

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 Classroom or Live Fire

Designed for individuals who:

• Have never fired a handgun 
• Do not currently own a firearm 
• Feel uncomfortable or uncertain around firearms 
• Want professional guidance before purchasing a handgun 

Instruction may include:

• Universal firearm-safety rules 
• Understanding different handgun types 
• Safe handling and firearm operation 
• Loading and unloading 
• Ammunition basics 
• Responsible firearm storage 
• Firearm-selection guidance 
• A carefully supervised first live-fire experience

*You may sign a waiver of acknowledgment that you understand the fundamentals of firearm safety and function and move directly to Level II.

*Any student under the age of 21 MUST take Level I with a parent or legal guardian.  The student may then continue to the next levels once the training objectives have been met, but a parent or legal guardian must be present for instruction, even if they are not participating.  

 Live Fire

Designed for newer handgun owners and shooters who need to establish safe, repeatable fundamentals.

Instruction may include:

• Firearm safety and range procedures 
• Handgun operation 
• Loading and unloading 
• Chamber and condition checks 
• Stance and body position 
• Proper grip 
• Sight alignment and sight picture 
• Trigger control 
• Recoil management 
• Introductory marksmanship 
• Cleaning and basic maintenance

Live Fire

Designed for shooters who understand basic firearm operation but want to improve their accuracy, consistency, confidence, and firearm manipulation.

Instruction may include:

• Individual skill assessment 
• Diagnosing accuracy problems 
• Refining grip and trigger control 
• Recoil management 
• Follow-up shots 
• Target transitions 
• Ready-position work 
• Emergency and administrative reloads 
• Structured practice drills 
• Developing a personal practice plan

 Live Fire

Designed for safe, competent shooters who are ready to apply their fundamentals under increasing time and performance demands.

Instruction may include:

• Drawing from a holster 
• Drawing from concealment 
• Emergency and proactive reloads 
• Malfunction identification and clearing 
• Multiple-shot strings 
• Multiple-target engagement 
• Positional shooting 
• Introductory movement 
• Shot-timer use 
• Balancing speed and accuracy 

Students must demonstrate safe firearm handling and foundational proficiency before beginning holster work. A safe, suitable holster is required.

 Live Fire

Designed for shooters who are already proficient in firearm safety, handgun manipulation, and fundamental marksmanship and are ready to begin defensive or advanced skill development.

Instruction may include:

• Defensive firearm presentation 
• Shooting while moving 
• Use of cover and concealment 
• Unconventional shooting positions 
• Strong-hand and support-hand shooting 
• Decision-making exercises 
• Defensive accuracy 
• Timed performance standards 
• Scenario-based drills 
• Identifying future training needs

Level V instruction does not automatically include every skill listed. Training content is selected according to the student’s demonstrated ability, available facilities, safety requirements, and goals.

 Equipment and Additional Costs

Unless specifically included in a written quote:

• Ammunition is not included. 
• Range admission and target fees are not included.  We cover these unless specified.
• Students provide their own firearm, ammunition, eye protection, and hearing protection. 
• Loaner firearms or equipment may be available by prior arrangement. 
• Students using an unfamiliar firearm must complete a safety and operation review before live fire. (See note on Level I)
• All live-fire instruction is subject to range availability, weather, appropriate equipment, and demonstrated safe firearm handling. 
• Private instruction does not constitute a concealed-carry permit course or professional certification unless specifically advertised as such.

Rock Haven Protective is fully insured.

Lessons: - Developing a Personal and Home Protection Plan - Self-Defense Firearms Basics - Shooting Fundamentals - Gear and Gadgets - The Legal Use of Force - Violent Encounters and the Aftermath - Basic and Advanced Skills Other topics covered: Personal Safety, Handgun Safety, Handgun Fundamentals, Handgun Operation, Handgun Selection, Physiological Reactions to Violent Encounters 

Over 1 million students have taken the U.S. Concealed Carry Association’s course offerings across the nation. Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals is a comprehensive classroom course for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense. If you are new to handguns, this is a great introduction to everything you need to know to start your self-protection journey. This course is a complete guide to understanding the basics of firearms ownership, safety, and nomenclature, and how it applies to home- or self-defense. After this class, students will feel confident to act as their family’s first line of defense in the event of a home invasion or other critical incident.  

We understand that financial management is a crucial pa Know the signs of a potential threat and get started making a plan to protect your community with a USCCA Certified Firearms Instructor teaching the USCCA’s [Countering the Mass Shooter Threat](https://www.usconcealedcarry.com/firearms-training/classes/active-shooter-training/) curriculum. 

Topics covered in this class: - What we’ve learned about mass shootings - Knowing the signs of a potential threat - Learn and discuss solutions to prevent an attack in your community - What steps in your training to take next - Live Q&A with USCCA Certified Instructors

To teach the basic Knowledge, Skills, and Attitude necessary for safe handling and storage of guns in the home.

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