firearms training
We offer the following firearms training courses
- If you do not have your own handgun for any of our courses, we offer handgun rentals for $25.00
- We have many calibers of ammunition for sale. Prices vary based on caliber.
- DUE TO AMMUNITION CAPACITY RESTRICTIONS FOR OUR COURSES, NO REVOLVERS WILL BE ALLOWED IN ANY CLASSES. Students are allowed to complete their firearms proficiency course, by appointment, one-on-one with an instructor, regardless of ammunition capacity.
- DUE TO AMMUNITION CAPACITY RESTRICTIONS FOR OUR COURSES, NO SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOLS WITH A MAGAZINE CAPACITY OF LESS THAN 7 ROUNDS WILL BE ALLOWED IN ANY CLASSES. Students are allowed to complete their firearms proficiency course, by appointment, one-on-one with an instructor, regardless of magazine capacity.
Price: $100
Duration: 4 Hours
Ammunition Requirement: 50 rounds of target ammunition
Firearm Requirements: NO Revolvers allowed. Semi-auto pistols with less than a 7-round magazine are also NOT allowed for this course in a class group setting. You may request to qualify using one of these in a private session with one of our instructors, by appointment, for an additional $50. We have semi-auto pistols for rent for $25 + cost of ammo, that students may use to complete the course with the class group.
(Includes complete Texas DPS Certified Course and Firearms Proficiency Course)
You will learn…
- Texas DPS LTC requirements and restrictions
- Alternatives to using force and/or deadly force
- Handguns and children
- Range safety
- Basic marksmanship
- LTC vs Permitless Carry/Constitutional Carry
- Firearms Owner Responsibility
Price: $200
Duration: 6 Hours
Ammunition Requirement: 100 rounds of target ammunition
Firearm Requirements: NO Revolvers allowed. Semi-auto pistols with less than a 7-round magazine are also NOT allowed for this course in a class group setting. You may request to qualify using one of these in a private session with one of our instructors, by appointment, for an additional $50. We have semi-automatic pistols for rent for $25 + cost of ammo, that students may use to complete the course with the class group.
(Recommended for new and less experienced shooters)
You will learn…
- The Texas DPS License to Carry course as listed above
- Essential gun safety rules
- Different types of pistols and which one is best for you
- The basics of ammunition
- The fundamentals of pistol shooting
- Different shooting positions
- The most common shooting errors
- Proper gun cleaning and maintenance
- How to maintain your skills
Price: $74.99 – Duration: At Your Pace
Sign Up Online
Same course as in-person, in a convenient online format that may be taken at your leisure.
DPS requires the student to complete an in-person Firearms Proficiency course upon completion of this course. These are done by appointment only.
You will learn…
- Texas DPS LTC requirements and restrictions
- Alternatives to using force and/or deadly force
- Handguns and children
- Range safety
- Basic marksmanship (to be taught during Firearms Proficiency course)
- LTC vs Permitless Carry/Constitutional Carry
- Firearms Owner Responsibility
Price: $50 – Duration: 1 Hour
Ammunition Requirement: 50 rounds of target ammunition
You will learn…
- Laws that relate to weapons and use of force
- Safe firearms storage
- Non-Violent dispute resolution
- Handgun use and safety (including use of restraint holsters)
- Basic marksmanship
- Proper firearms handling
- Proper sight acquisition
- Ammunition recommendations
- If you do not have your own handgun for the Firearms Proficiency Qualification course, we offer handgun rentals
- Handgun Rental for Qualification Course……………. $25.00
- Student will need 50 rounds of ammunition
- For this course students are expected to be proficient with their handgun. If instruction is needed to pass the qualification course there will be an additional fee of $50
Price: $75 per hour
Ammunition Requirement: 50 to 100 rounds of target ammunition
One-on-one firearms instruction with an NRA-certified instructor
Price: $175
Duration: 4 Hours
Ammunition Requirement: 150 rounds of target ammunition
In this course you will:
- Learn the fundamentals of concealed carry
- Learn handgun maintenance
- Participate in scenario-based training
- Shoot 150 rounds of live fire training
150 rounds of target ammo
Eye and ear protection
Price: $325 (over 3 phases of instruction)
New Shooters – Easy Aim Program
The Easy Aim program is designed for brand-new shooters. The program offers 3 phases, which are completed with a certified handgun instructor. The program is designed for 1 on 1 but can be used in a group setting. All firearms and ammunition are provided for the phases. The goal is to learn safe firearms handling and find the right handgun for you!
Phase 1 – Introduction to Firearms Safety – $100.00 – Duration: 1 Hour 15 Minutes
• Learn firearms safety rules & procedures
• Importance of eye and ear protection
• 22 Pistol, ammo, targets, eye & ear protection all provided
• Goal – Learn the basics of handgun shooting and firearms safety
Phase 2 – Finding the right handgun & caliber – $100.00 – Duration: 1 Hour
• Refresher on firearm safety with a 22 pistol
• Test drive with 380 & 9mm handguns
• Learn the ready positions and breathing techniques
• Goal – Find the best handgun & caliber for you
Phase 3 – Mastering the Fundamentals – $125.00 – Duration: 1 Hour
• Practice with handgun & caliber of your choosing
• 50 rounds of ammunition fired
• Learn the ins and outs of your preferred handgun
• Goal – Master the grip, stance, breathing, and sight picture
*Summer Class Only*
Price: FREE
Duration: 1 Hour
Course Focuses On:
- Ages 6-11
- Gun Safety Basics
- Recognizing Firearms
- What To Do If They Encounter A Gun
- Respect For Firearms
*Summer Class Only*
Price: $50
Duration: 3 Hours
Course Focuses On:
- Ages 12-17
- Firearms Safety
- Responsible Handling
- Basic Marksmanship
Students learn to safely shoot a .22 cal. lever-action rifle and a .22 cal. single-action revolver under the supervision of an NRA-certified firearms instructor
Click HERE to check our upcoming schedule of events and courses.
IN-PERSON & ONLINE LTC CERTIFICATION
License To Carry Certification
Our in person LTC course (only) fee is $100 which includes the complete course and firearms qualification.
Our Basic Handgun Course (only) fee is $175.
Our in-person combination LTC + Basic Handgun Course is $200
An ONLINE LTC COURSE is available if you do not have the time to attend an in-person class.
Our Online LTC Course fee is $74.99, and the in-person Firearms Proficiency Course fee is $50.
Click the blue ONLINE LTC COURSE button below for the online course
Upon completing the online course Email us here to schedule your in-person firearms proficiency course.
If you have little or no experience with handguns, we recommend you take our Basic Handgun Course
*NOTICE* Due to numerous malfunctions and safety concerns with Hi-Point brand firearms, we do not allow them on our range during firearms qualifications. However, they are allowed on the range for personal shooting.
If you choose to take the ONLINE LTC COURSE, there is an additional fee of $50.00 for the FIREARMS PROFICIENCY COURSE.
Email Us Here to schedule a time to attend the Firearms Proficiency course at our public gun range in Terrell, TX.
Note: Upon successful completion of the in-person or online LTC course you will receive a certificate of completion, the DPS Form LTC-104. You must have this form to complete the application process.
There are two ways to apply for your License to Carry (LTC):
- Apply Online (Recommended)
- Go to dps.texas.gov/section/handgun-licensing
- On the Popular Services section click on HANDGUN LICENSING Regulatory Services
- On the HANDGUN LICENSING page, click on Apply for an LTC/Renew an LTC
- On the Licensing & Registration page follow the instructions under PROGRAM INFORMATION – How to submit a new or renewal handgun license application
- Click on Step Two: Submit an application online
- On the bottom left of the next page go to New Users then click on the green APPLY button on the bottom left of the page
- Complete the application pages and print a copy of each page as you go, for your records
- You are responsible for submitting any documents DPS requires based on your application information, i.e. LTC-104, DD-214, etc. These may be uploaded to https://www.dps.texas.gov/apps/rsd/contact?sProgram=LTC
- Upon completion of the application, you will be directed to the page to pay for your license
- Submit your payment then print your receipt and the forms with the BARCODE and CHECKLIST
- You will then be directed to another page to schedule a date, time and location to have your fingerprints done and electronically submitted to DPS
- If you are not directed to the page for fingerprints you can go to indentogo.com/
- When prompted, you will need to enter Service Code 1119Q91
- You will need to complete the requested information, then a list of the nearest places to your address to have your prints done will come up
- Choose the location you want to go to and a calendar with dates and times available will come up
- Choose the date and time, pay the $12.00 fee and print your confirmation receipt
- Your license application review process will begin and DPS will notify you if they need any further information or if there are any issues with your application
- The processing of your application can take up to 30-60 days. If you haven’t received your license within this time period, you can contact DPS at the number listed below.
*If you are unable to complete the online application process and you would like us to assist you, our fee is $25.00, and this will have to be scheduled for a day other than your class date.
- Apply by Mail
- Go to the DPS website at dps.texas.gov
- Click on FORMS
- In the search box enter LTC-78A
- Print the forms and fill in manually
- Upon completion of the forms, mail it along with any supporting documents with your application fee by personal check or money order to:
Texas Department of Public Safety
PO Box 15888
Austin, TX. 78761-5888
Ph: 512-424-7293