training courses

RAPDS is now offering the MN Permit to Carry Course which covers all requirements under the Personal Protection Act of 2005. We also offer an instructor course designed to teach and certify students as firearm instructors in accordance with Minnesota requirements.  

Take a look at what I offer for Pistol education and training courses. Whether you are experienced with pistols and have decided to further your skills to be more effective with your pistol or are new to pistols, I have a course for you. Click "find out more" below to select a course and contact me to set up the training.  COURSES REQUIRE STUDENTS TO POSESS A VALID PERMIT TO PURCHASE OR A VALID PERMIT TO CARRY.   

  With the sale of AR platform rifles continuing to climb in the US it is important to learn how to effectively and property store, use, and maintain your rifle. Take a look at the courses I offer. If you see one that interests you and you're ready to increase your skills with this rifle contact me to schedule a training time. COURSES REQUIRE STUDENT'S TO POSESS A VALID PERMIT TO PURCHASE OR A VALID PERMIT TO CARRY.   

 Rifle and Handgun is a unique training opportunity. This course is designed for students that have a solid understanding of Rifle and handgun safety and operations. This course is for students that have level 1 and 2 skills for handgun and rifle. During this training I will teach you how and when you may want to transition from rifle to handgun and how to do so safely. This course will help give you the skills to build on to increase your ability to operate effectively with these platforms.   

If you have specific training in mind that is not covered under under the courses listed such as low light or shooting while using flashlights, contact me. I would be happy to discuss your training request and determine if it is a training I can provide for you. If you would like to arrange a training course with me that involves several students please contact me. 

 In home defense I cover topics such as  how to operate with a weapon inside Your home after a break-in has occurred. Securing your home and methods that help to detect and deter crime. This course does not involve live fire or live weapons handling. I have training firearms for this section. This course is designed for me to travel to your location and discuss the possibilities for your home defense plan.