Firearms Training Offered
Scheduled Courses
Texas Concealed Handgun License Course
Invitation to Elected Officials, Law Enforcement, and Spouses
It is my policy to allow any elected official or law enforcement officer to monitor any of my CHL or Hunter Education classes. If you are the spouse or parent of a student and curious about what is taught but aren't sure you want a license, you may audit that class free of charge. If you decide to become licensed you may do so by passing the examinations and paying the regular class fee.
Kerrville Independent School District
Club Ed Community Education has three Concealed Handgun new license courses with me instructing. The 2012 Spring classes are from 8:00 AM to approximately 6:15 PM on:
- Saturday, March 10, 2012
- Saturday, April 14, 2012
- Saturday, May 12, 2012
Make sure you receive a class information page.
I also have two special information classes scheduled:
- All About Concealed Carry. Over the past 25 years legal concealed carry has gone from fringe to mainstream. Over 460,000 of your fellow Texans are licensed, as are millions from other states. How did that come about? How do people get a CHL? What does legally carrying a handgun involve? What does it mean to you? What is the future of concealed carry? Come find out! 7-8 PM Tuesday, February 21, 2012.
- Your First Gun. This class won't tell you what gun I think you should buy; it's about helping you make up your own mind about what firearm to select, based on your needs. Interactive sessions will help you identify what firearm you want, learn how to shop for it, and find training on how to shoot it. In the hands-on session you'll get the feel of several different types of firearms and how to handle them safely. 6:30-8:30 PM Tuesday, March 6, 2012.
Go to the new Club Ed website to sign up for my classes, or to see what else they offer.
Individual CHL Classes
I will schedule either new license or renewal courses for individuals or groups. Normally I teach these classes at the Buck & Bull Club, but I am available for a class at your location if it is suitable. Contact me to set a date. Download class information for new license or renewal.
Hunter Education
I usually teach Texas Hunter Education with a group of instructors. However, if you can get a group of eight or more together, I can schedule a class at your convenience, and within the Hill Country at your location.
Students will need a pencil and their social security number. The fee is only $15, cash. Please, no checks or credit cards. Parents of students under the age of 17 must check with the instructor before the first class, as they must sign the registration form.
Scheduled classes run from June to December.
Our 2011 weekend classes will be at St. Peters Episcopal Church, 321 St. Peter Street, Kerrville. You must attend Saturday and Sunday from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM each day. The dates are:
- June 23 and 24.
- July 14 and 15.
St Peters is at the corner of Tivy and Main streets. 
Call (830) 257-8162 for directions only.
Our 2011 evening classes will be at the Hill Country Shooting Sports Center on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM. You must attend all classes to meet the Parks and Wildlife Department's requirements. The dates are:
- August 13, 14, and 16.
- September 10, 11, and 13.
- October 22, 23, and 25.
- November 12, 13, and 15.
- December 3, 4, and 6.
To find the HCSSC take Loop 534 in Kerrville to Farm Road 1341. Follow 1341 east to the
microwave tower.
Contact me, or check the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department website for more Hunter Education scheduling and other information.
Women on Target
Club Ed will schedule another Women on Target course in the Fall of 2012. This is a course for new women shooters, or those looking for a review. Students will spend a half-day shooting handguns at seven yard targets and the other half-day shooting clay pigeons with shotguns. The emphasis is on safety, target shooting fundamentals, and fun. It's a great mother-daughter activity. I get to teach the rifle and handgun portion, and we have some great instructors running the shotgun portion. Deb Wardlaw is in charge, meet her at http://www.debwardlaw.com/.
Individual and Group Training
Individual and group training is available by arrangement.
Public Speaking
I am available for public speaking engagements on firearms and gun rights related subjects. In particular I have a half-hour PowerPoint All About Texas Concealed Carry program suitable for breakfast or lunch meetings.
Disciplines
First Shots Training
Courses include First Shots Rifle and First Shots Pistol. These four-hour courses are taught on an individual basis, and provide training on how to safely handle and competently fire a particular firearm.
For more detailed First Shots information.
Texas Concealed Handgun License Course
The state mandated training for a Texas concealed handgun license. Ten to fifteen hours of instruction including the practical shooting test and the written final examination. The renewal course is four hours, and also includes the two tests. See the Texas Concealed Handgun Instructor Association website. Download my CHL class information page.
For New License and Renewal License detailed information.
Texas Parks and Wildlife Hunter Education Course
The state required training course for young hunters. Fulfills out-of-state hunter training requirements. At least ten hours of instruction including the written final examination and certification. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department website has more Hunter Education information.
For more detailed Hunter Education information.
TCLEOSE Retired Officer Requalification
As a Texas Qualified Handgun Instructor I am authorized to conduct the shooting practical required to maintain a Retired Federal or Out-of-State Officer Firearms Card. Download your required certificate.
For more detailed LEO Requalification information.
For more information contact Larry Arnold.