Handgun Courses

A structured progression that builds safety, skill, and defensive decision-making — from fundamentals to real-world performance.

Level 1 - Foundation

➡️ Perfect for first-time shooters or those who haven’t trained in a while.

Most first-time students start here.

Build safe, confident handgun handling with fundamentals and mindset training that prepares you for real-world defensive scenarios.

This beginner-friendly course is designed for new shooters who want to build solid, practical skills from the ground up. We cover firearm safety, basic marksmanship, handling, and situational awareness. You’ll leave knowing how to load, aim, and fire with control — and more importantly, how to stay calm and competent under pressure.

Course Outline:

• Range Overview

• Mindset

• Firearms Safety Rules

• Firearms Fundamentals

• Steady Gun

• Sight Reference

• Trigger Control

**Satisfies & Exceeds Requirements for a Virginia Conceal Carry License

Level 2

➡️ Ideal for those who’ve completed Level 1 or have basic firearm experience.

Recommended after completing Level 1.

Take your fundamentals further with movement, reloads, and real-world scenarios.

In this intermediate course, you’ll go beyond static shooting. We introduce defensive positioning, stress-based drills, reload techniques, and shooting from cover. It’s designed to sharpen your skills and build your reaction speed while keeping safety at the core.

Course Outline:

• Range Overview

• Mindset

• Problem solving

• Handgun Malfunctions

• Dynamic Movements

Level 3

➡️ Best for experienced, confident shooters looking for a challenge and skill refinement.

Advanced training for serious defensive skill development.

Train like your life depends on it — because one day, it might.

This advanced course is for experienced shooters ready to push limits. We simulate high-pressure, real-life encounters with decision-making drills, low-light shooting, and advanced movement. This is where confidence becomes capability — and where you learn not just how to shoot, but how to think under stress.

Course Outline:

• Range Overview

• Mindset

• Problem solving

• Adverse Targets

• Dynamic Movements

• Stress Courses

• Adverse Angles

For questions, please email info@totaldefense.us