Makhaira Group

Concealed Handgun Permit PLUS
2026-08-27 09:30 - 17:30, 2026-09-13 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Denver) | Liberty Firearms Institute, 4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Johnstown, CO, 80534, United States
The Concealed Handgun Permit Plus class will improve your pistol shooting fundamentals and basic pistol craft skills with the self defense pistol. Using the “crawl, walk, run” philosophy, students will learn and practice basic and intermediate pistol skills and shooting fundamentals both in the classroom and on the live-fire range. The class is taught by Makhaira Group certified instructors in a safe and professional classroom and range.
Topics Covered

Firearms safety
Fundamentals of shooting (stance, grip, etc.)
Choosing a pistol and ammunition ballistics
Tactical presentations including concealed carry
Methodology of shooting the self defense pistol
Use of cover
Tactical reloading
Drawing from the holster
Marksmanship and accuracy improvement
Malfunction clearance (Stoppage drills)
Tactical gun-handling
Simulated stress fire

Required Equipment

Good working, serviceable pistol. While this class is geared toward the semi-auto pistol, use of a revolver is permitted with prior approval.
200 rounds of ammunition (Factory ammo only. No home reloads allowed due to insurance.)
Sturdy belt holster (outside the waistband only)
3 magazines minimum and method of carry
Eye and ear protection – If you do not have your own, loaner eye and ear protection will be available.
Baseball style hat to keep brass from getting behind your eye protection.
Personal food – Bottled water will be provided and you are welcome to eat during the classroom portion.
Appropriate clothing (i.e. closed-toe shoes, pants, long sleeve shirt without low neckline).

Location
Liberty Firearms Institute
4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd
Johnstown, CO 80534

Scoped Rifle 100
2026-08-29 08:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-02 08:00 - 13:00
This course focuses on the principles of shooting a scoped rifle, and teaches students to effectively and confidently shoot out to 300 yards. Either a bolt action or semi-automatic weapon maybe used. This class does not allow red dot holographic or prism scopes, only “traditional” rifle scopes are allowed.

Topics Covered

Firearms safety
Fundamentals of shooting a scoped rifle
Ammunition and ballistics
Disassembly and assembly
Mechanical operation
Care and cleaning
Zeroing scoped rifles
Ballistics and ammunition selection
Methodology of shooting a scoped rifle
Positional shooting
Marksmanship and accuracy of scoped rifles

Required Equipment

Good working, serviceable scoped rifle capable of 1 MOA or better, .223 or larger.
A rifle mounted and bore sighted (at a minimum) scope with at least a 4 power magnification (If you need assistance with this please contact us and we will be happy to assist you).
80 rounds of rifle ammunition (same make, bullet weight and load). Home reloads are allowed in bolt-action rifles only. No reloads allowed in gas-operated guns (no exceptions due to insurance).
Rifle cheek piece. If you rifle does not have one, we will have ones for purchase available and have the materials needed to adjust it during the training.
Rifle sling.
Eye & Ear protection.
Rifle cleaning kit.
Appropriate clothing for all weather conditions. We will train rain or shine.
Sturdy footwear.
Baseball style hat or appropriate headgear.

Optional Equipment

Spotting scope or high powered binoculars
Bipod or shooting bag
Rear squeeze bag
Shooting mat
Knee and elbow pads
Camp chair (for range breaks)

Concealed Handgun Permit
2026-08-29 09:30 - 17:30, 2026-09-06 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-12 09:30 - 17:30, 2026-09-16 09:30 - 17:30, 2026-09-26 09:30 - 17:30 | Liberty Firearms Institute, 4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Johnstown, CO, 80534, United States
Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP) provides comprehensive training and instruction in pistol safety and operation in addition to what you need to know to carry a concealed handgun in Colorado (legally and practically). Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive the certificate necessary to apply for a Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP) in Colorado.
The class is taught by Makhaira Group certified instructors in a safe and professional classroom and range.
Topics Covered

Reasons why to carry a handgun in society and why not to
Handgun safety
Choosing a handgun and ammunition
Legal use of deadly force in Colorado
Local, state, federal laws and reciprocity
Carrying concealed in the real world — tips, tricks and gray areas
Carry methods that are both reasonable and effective for everyday life
Live-fire instruction and practice for safety, accuracy and comfort with your pistol

Required Equipment

Quality, working, serviceable pistol. Please bring your pistol to the course unloaded and in a case. Limited rentals available for this course.
50 rounds of ammunition (Factory produced ammo only. No home reloads allowed due to insurance.)
2 magazines (minimum)
Eye and ear protection
Baseball style hat to keep brass from getting behind your eye protection.
Personal food – Bottled water will be provided and you are welcome to eat during the classroom portion.
Appropriate clothing (i.e. closed-toe shoes, pants, long sleeve shirt without low neckline).

Location
Liberty Firearms Institute
4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd
Johnstown, CO 80534

Defensive Pistol 110
2026-08-30 10:30 - 14:30, 2026-09-03 16:00 - 20:00 | Liberty Firearms Institute, 4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Johnstown, CO, 80534, United States
The Defensive Pistol 110 class is open to all Makhaira Group Alumni of Concealed Handgun Permit or students who already have their Concealed Handgun Permit. This is a range only session, reviewing the fundamentals of marksmanship with a focus on improvement of accuracy and safe gun handling skills learned in Defensive Pistol 100.
Prerequisite
Completion of Basic Pistol 101 (with CCW)/ Concealed Handgun Permit or students who already have a Concealed Handgun Permit. A pre-approved course/recommendation from a reputable instructor may also be considered. Students failing to meet and maintain our safety requirements and/or who cannot meet and immediately demonstrate the minimum skills required for the specific class may be removed from training. Please ensure you have read through the class description and fully understand our prerequisites before registering.
Topics Covered

Drawing from the Holster
S.P.I.R Malfunction Clearance
Emergency & Tactical Reloads
Use of Cover & Concealment
“Shoot – Move – Communicate”

These new skills will be added to qualify Basic Pistol 101/Concealed Handgun Permit Alumni for Defensive Pistol 200 and our Dynamic Skill Builder Courses!
Required Equipment

Good working, serviceable pistol. While this class is geared toward the semi-auto pistol, use of a revolver is permitted with prior approval.
Belt holster (outside the waist ONLY)
3 magazines minimum and method of carry (2 on belt)
200 rounds of ammunition (Factory ammo only. No home reloads allowed due to insurance.)
Eye and ear protection – If you do not have your own, loaner eye and ear protection are available.
Baseball style hat (to keep brass from getting behind eye pro)

Location
Liberty Firearms Institute
4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd
Johnstown, CO 80534

Kids Intro to Firearms
2026-08-30 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-06 12:00 - 14:00 | Liberty Firearms Institute, 4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Johnstown, CO, 80534, United States
This is a two-hour course for children and their parents/guardians, consisting of one hour in the classroom and one hour on the indoor range at Liberty Firearms Institute. This class will teach proper gun safety for both on and off the range while also allowing the youth to experience “hands-on” instruction in the safe loading and firing of a .22 caliber bolt action rifle.
Course Information

This class is for youth ages 6-11 and at least one parent or guardian. Parent or guardian attendance with your child is required.
All class materials, ammunition, targets, firearms, and eye/ear protection are provided.
This class is taught by male and female NRA certified instructors from Makhaira Group in a fun, kid-friendly, and professional environment.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR EACH CHILD

Location
Liberty Firearms Institute
4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd
Johnstown, CO 80534

Concealed Handgun Permit- Renewal
2026-09-02 16:00 - 18:30, 2026-09-07 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-09-10 16:00 - 18:30, 2026-09-19 13:00 - 15:30, 2026-09-23 16:00 - 18:30 | Liberty Firearms Institute, 4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Johnstown, CO, 80534, United States
This renewal course is designed for individuals who currently hold a valid Colorado Concealed Handgun Permit and need to renew it in accordance with state requirements. The class provides a comprehensive review of firearms safety, relevant Colorado gun laws, and the responsibilities of concealed carry permit holders. It also covers recent legal updates and best practices for safely and responsibly carrying a concealed handgun in everyday situations.
Topics Covered

Legal use of deadly force in Colorado
Local, state, federal laws and reciprocity
Students will take part in both a written exam and a shooting proficiency.

Required Equipment

Quality, working, serviceable pistol. Please bring your pistol to the course unloaded and in a case.
50 rounds of ammunition (Factory produced ammo only. No home reloads allowed due to insurance.)
Eye and ear protection
Baseball style hat to keep brass from getting behind your eye protection.
Personal food
Appropriate clothing (i.e. closed-toe shoes, pants, long sleeve shirt without low neckline).

Location
Liberty Firearms Institute
4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd
Johnstown, CO 80534

P150: Force on Force 150
2026-09-05 08:00 - 14:00 | Makhaira Group Training Facility, 395 Delozier Dr, Unit 120, Fort Collins, CO, 80524, United States
What would you do if you were suddenly and violently attacked? Most of us wonder how we would really act under high stress and potential deadly situations. This course is designed to prepare students for real-world acts of violence, criminal encounters and sudden attacks.
We will help you work through real-life events and teach you proven survival techniques through reality based scenarios. Students will be taught how to tactically make decisions in high stress situations and how to use real world techniques to survive a variety of violent encounters. Focus will be on engaging threats with real-world speed and accuracy necessary for you to survive. This course will expand your firearms skills in real-world situations. You will walk away from this course with a whole new outlook on the world!
Prerequisite
Completion of Defensive Pistol 100 or Defensive Pistol 110. A pre-approved course/recommendation from a reputable instructor may also be considered. Students failing to meet and maintain our safety requirements and/or who cannot meet and immediately demonstrate the minimum skills required for the specific class may be removed from training. Please ensure you have read through the class description and fully understand our prerequisites before registering.
Course Information
This course is taught by instructors who collectively have decades of SWAT, military, law enforcement and martial arts expertise, along with real-world application of the techniques taught in the course. You will learn simple and effective techniques that will stop a sudden, violent attack and give you the time and opportunity to access your firearm.
Force-on-force scenarios using non-lethal marking cartridges make this training as real as it gets! We only use top-of-the-line, full-size SIMUNITON pistols and ammunition for our training. This is one of the most practical courses ever developed and will teach you the skills and help develop the confidence it takes to be truly prepared for today’s often violent and unpredictable world.
Required Equipment
• Sturdy clothing that you don’t mind getting torn or stained (pants, long sleeved shirt/sweatshirt and closed-toe shoes)
• Groin protection (i.e. “cup”) for male students
• Gloves (must be able to manipulate weapon)
• Any food or snacks that you will need for an 8 hour period
• We will provide all class materials, beverages, training weapons, and protective head gear.
Location
Makhaira Group Training Facility
395 Delozier Dr, unit 120
Fort Collins, CO 80524

Concealed Handgun Permit PLUS
2026-09-05 09:30 - 17:30 | Liberty Firearms Institute, 4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Johnstown, CO, 80534, United States
The Concealed Handgun Permit PLUS class will improve your pistol shooting fundamentals and basic pistol craft skills with the self-defense pistol. Using the “crawl, walk, run” philosophy, students will learn and practice basic and intermediate pistol skills and shooting fundamentals both in the classroom and on the live-fire range. The class is taught by Makhaira Group certified instructors in a safe and professional classroom and range.
Topics Covered

Firearms safety
Fundamentals of shooting (stance, grip, etc.)
Choosing a pistol and ammunition ballistics
Tactical presentations including concealed carry
Methodology of shooting the self defense pistol
Use of cover
Tactical reloading
Drawing from the holster
Marksmanship and accuracy improvement
Malfunction clearance (Stoppage drills)
Tactical gun-handling
Simulated stress fire

Required Equipment

Good working, serviceable pistol. While this class is geared toward the semi-auto pistol, use of a revolver is permitted with prior approval.
200 rounds of ammunition (Factory ammo only. No home reloads allowed due to insurance.)
Sturdy belt holster (outside the waistband only)
3 magazines minimum and method of carry
Eye and ear protection – If you do not have your own, loaner eye and ear protection will be available.
Baseball style hat to keep brass from getting behind your eye protection.
Personal food – Bottled water will be provided and you are welcome to eat during the classroom portion.
Appropriate clothing (i.e. closed-toe shoes, pants, long sleeve shirt without low neckline).

Location
Liberty Firearms Institute
4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd
Johnstown, CO 80534

Keeping Kids Safe
2026-09-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Liberty Firearms Institute, 4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Johnstown, CO, 80534, United States
This free, one-hour course is for both parents/guardians and their children. This class will not only bring this important conversation to the table, but give every household simple and practical tools in Keeping Kids Safe. This class is not a “lecture”, but a fun interactive presentation and discussion for both kids and adults. This class does not teach about guns. This class specifically teaches about gun safety and what children should do if they ever encounter a gun (Stop, Don’t Touch, Run Away, Tell A Grown-up).
Course Information
Children are naturally curious about firearms and without the proper education, they may be tempted to “play” with a firearm they find. Just because kids aren’t asking about gun safety, doesn’t mean they don’t have questions.
As a parent or guardian, it is vital that you have a conversation with your child about gun safety.
Even if you don’t have guns in the home, the conversation is still very important. Kids see guns on TV and movies, in video games, and they just might run into a gun at a friend’s house or maybe another place when you are not present.
So how do you start the conversation?
Location
Liberty Firearms Institute
4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd
Johnstown, CO 80534

P300: Defensive Pistol 300
2026-09-12 09:30 - 13:30 | Great Guns Sporting, 16126 County Road 96, Nunn, CO, 80648, United States
Defensive Pistol 300 is an advanced skill level course where even minuet improvements in your technique will lead to major increases in outcomes. You will learn inhibited equipment manipulations and how to clear equipment malfunctions while physically impaired. You’ll learn how to improve your presentation speed and accuracy to a level that would amaze the wild west pros, a level you never believed possible.
This class is taught by NRA certified instructors with military, special operations or high-level law enforcement experience.
Prerequisite
Completion of Defensive Pistol 200. A pre-approved course/recommendation from a reputable instructor may also be considered. Students failing to meet and maintain our safety requirements and/or who cannot meet and immediately demonstrate the minimum skills required for the specific class may be removed from training. Please ensure you have read through the class description and fully understand our prerequisites before registering. Current military, government contractors and LEO please contact us to see if you qualify for this course.
Physical Requirements
Each student must be able to:

Run 100 yards in full gear
Do 25 consecutive push-ups in full gear
Do 25 jumping jacks in full gear

Topics Covered
Tactical problems will increase exponentially in complexity. In this advanced course, you’ll have many more tactical live-fire courses, shooting under stress, and tactical decision making scenarios. Increasing existing skill levels, acquiring new skills, less time, more targets, tactical decision making, higher standards of proficiency, and more instructors make Defensive Pistol 3 a very rewarding experience. This course is a fast-paced, hands-on, live-fire course utilizing the pistol as the primary and only weapon that focuses on dynamic movement and accurate, surgical shooting. Even if you have taken this course in the past, you are going to want to come back again. This course is constantly evolving as we add new drills, skills, and scenarios

360 degree control of the gun fight
Extreme close range engagement
Non-traditional gun fighting
Shooting on the move
Advanced barricade shooting
Shooting from a vehicle (stationary and moving)
Advanced stress-fire situations
Engaging multiple targets from varying angles
Multiple target types (paper, reactive steel, and exploding)
Methods for increasing speed and accuracy
Communication and movement between partners
Rapid threat analysis and acquisition
Strong and reaction side shooting
Advanced vehicle tactics

Required Equipment

Good working, serviceable semi-auto pistol
300 rounds of ammunition (Factory, non-steel core ammo only. Please check your ammo if there is any question. Additionally, no home reloads allowed due to insurance)
Belt or thigh holster
3 magazines total (minimum) with method of carry (belt or waist preferred). Please do not load your magazines beforehand as we will be doing different load-outs at the beginning and throughout the day.
Vest, coat or shirt for concealed carry training
Eye protection (clear or yellow for indoor location)
Ear protection (electronic preferred)
Knee or elbow pads (optional but recommended).
Gloves (optional but recommended).
Baseball style hat (to keep brass from getting behind eye pro)
“Battle rattle” or advanced load out (optional)

R300: Tactical Rifle 300
2026-09-12 14:30 - 18:30 | Great Guns Sporting, 16126 County Road 96, Nunn, CO, 80648, United States
Tactical Rifle 300 is an advanced skill level course where even minuet improvements in your technique will lead to major increases in outcomes. You will learn inhibited equipment manipulations and how to clear equipment malfunctions while physically impaired. You’ll learn how to improve your presentation speed and accuracy to a level that would amaze the wild west pros, a level you never believed possible.
This class is taught by NRA certified instructors with military, special operations or high-level law enforcement experience.
Prerequisite
Completion of Tactical Rifle 200. A pre-approved course/recommendation from a reputable instructor may also be considered. Students failing to meet and maintain our safety requirements and/or who cannot meet and immediately demonstrate the minimum skills required for the specific class may be removed from training. Please ensure you have read through the class description and fully understand our prerequisites before registering. Current military, government contractors and LEO please contact us to see if you qualify for this course.
Physical Requirements
Each student must be able to:

Run 100 yards in full gear
Do 25 consecutive push-ups in full gear
Do 25 jumping jacks in full gear

Topics Covered
Tactical problems will increase exponentially in complexity. In this advanced course, you’ll have many more tactical live-fire courses, shooting under stress, and tactical decision making scenarios. Increasing existing skill levels, acquiring new skills, less time, more targets, tactical decision making, higher standards of proficiency, and more instructors make Defensive Pistol 3 a very rewarding experience. This course is a fast-paced, hands-on, live-fire course utilizing the pistol as the primary and only weapon that focuses on dynamic movement and accurate, surgical shooting. Even if you have taken this course in the past, you are going to want to come back again. This course is constantly evolving as we add new drills, skills, and scenarios

360 degree control of the gun fight
Extreme close range engagement
Non-traditional gun fighting
Shooting on the move
Advanced barricade shooting
Shooting from a stationary vehicle
Advanced stress-fire situations
Engaging multiple targets from varying angles
Multiple target types
Methods for increasing speed and accuracy
Communication and movement between partners
Rapid threat analysis and acquisition
Strong and reaction side shooting
Advanced vehicle tactics

Required Equipment

Good working, serviceable AR-15/M4 with tactical sling. If you wish to us a different weapon system, please contact us before registering for approval. Class 3 and suppressed weapons are permitted (please bring appropriate paperwork).
300 rounds of quality rifle ammunition (Factory, non-steel core ammo only. Please check your ammo if there is any question. No home reloads allowed due to insurance.)
3 rifle magazines minimum with carrier (belt, thigh or chest carry). It is recommended you bring as many magazines as you would normally carry in your gear. Please do not load your magazines beforehand as we will be doing different load-outs at the beginning and throughout the day.
Eye protection.
Ear protection (electronic preferred).
Knee or elbow pads (optional but recommended).
Gloves (optional but recommended).
Baseball style hat (to keep brass from getting behind eye pro).
“Battle rattle” or advanced load out (optional)

Youth Intro to Firearms
2026-09-13 11:00 - 13:00 | Liberty Firearms Institute, 4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Johnstown, CO, 80534, United States
This is a two-hour course for children and their parents/guardians, consisting of one hour in the classroom and one hour on the indoor range at Liberty Firearms Institute. This class will teach proper gun safety for both on and off the range while also allowing the youth to experience “hands-on” instruction in the safe loading and firing of a .22 caliber bolt action rifle.
Course Information

This class is for youth ages 12-15 and at least one parent or guardian. Parent or guardian attendance with your child is required.
All class materials, ammunition, targets, firearms, and eye/ear protection are provided.
This class is taught by male and female NRA certified instructors from Makhaira Group in a fun, kid-friendly, and professional environment.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR EACH CHILD

Location
Liberty Firearms Institute
4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd
Johnstown, CO 80534

TS200: Tactical Shotgun 200
2026-09-16 09:30 - 13:30 | Great Guns Sporting, 16126 County Road 96, Nunn, CO, 80648, United States
This course breaks the mold and will give you the knowledge and skills to employ a shotgun in a tactical environment. Both pump and semi-auto shotguns are allowed in this course. Using the “crawl, walk, run” philosophy, students will learn and practice basic and intermediate tactical shotgun skills and shooting fundamentals both in the classroom and on the live-fire range. You will learn how to use the shotgun both as a self-defense weapon and also as a ballistic tool.
This class is taught by NRA certified instructors with military, special operations or high-level law enforcement experience. By registering for this course, you agree to our Cancellation and Rescheduling Policy.
Prerequisite
Completion of Tactical Shotgun 100. A pre-approved course/recommendation from a reputable instructor may also be considered. Students failing to meet and maintain our safety requirements and/or who cannot meet and immediately demonstrate the minimum skills required for the specific class may be removed from training. Please ensure you have read through the class description and fully understand our prerequisites before registering.
Topics Covered

Tactical safety
Fundamentals of shooting the tactical shotgun
Shotgun ammunition ballistics
Mechanical operation
Care and cleaning
Tactical carry and employment
Methodology of shooting the tactical shotgun
Simulated stress fire
Use of cover
Shooting on the move
Engaging multiple targets
Shooting from unorthodox positions
Tactical reloading
Marksmanship and accuracy improvement
Malfunction clearance (Stoppage drills)
Tactical gun-handling
Employing a shotgun from a vehicle
Intro to breaching (Using the shotgun as a tool)

Required Equipment

Good working, serviceable shotgun (single barrel – pump or semi) with adjustable tactical sling. Tactical shotguns are preferred but not mandatory. Shotgun must be capable of shooting standard slugs. If barrel has a removable choke, the choke must be IC (Improved Cylinder) or larger.
200 rounds of ammunition (A variety of ammunition is used in this course. Minimum of 125 rounds of birdshot (7 1/2 to 9), 50 rounds of 00 Buck, and 25 rounds of slug ammunition. No home reloads allowed due to insurance.)
Tactical method of carrying each type of ammunition**
Ear protection (electronic preferred)
Eye protection
Baseball style hat (or similar type brimmed hat)
Knee pads (optional but recommended)
Elbow pads (optional)
Gloves (optional, must be able to manipulate weapon)

P120: Defensive Pistol 120
2026-09-18 16:00 - 20:00 | Liberty Firearms Institute, 4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Johnstown, CO, 80534, United States
Defensive Pistol 120 is a range-only session building on the fundamentals of marksmanship while introducing advanced skills and weapon manipulation. The focus will be on improving accuracy in combat grip shooting, strong-hand-only shooting, and support-hand-only shooting. This session will also include safe gun handling during one-handed emergency reloads, malfunction clearance, and drawing from the holster.
Prerequisite
Completion of Defensive Pistol 100 or Defensive Pistol 110. A pre-approved course/recommendation from a reputable instructor may also be considered. Students failing to meet and maintain our safety requirements and/or who cannot meet and immediately demonstrate the minimum skills required for the specific class may be removed from training. Please ensure you have read through the class description and fully understand our prerequisites before registering.
Required Equipment

Good working, serviceable semi-auto pistol
250 rounds of ammunition (Factory ammo only. No home reloads allowed due to insurance.)
Sturdy belt and belt holster (outside the waistband only)
3 magazines minimum and method of carry
Eye protection (clear or yellow for indoor courses)
Ear protection (electronic preferred) – If you do not have your own, loaner eye and ear protection are available.
Baseball style hat (to keep brass from getting behind eye pro). We also recommend a shirt without a low neckline (to keep brass from going down your shirt.

Location
Liberty Firearms Institute
4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd
Johnstown, CO 80534

Compact Flashlight Defense
2026-09-20 10:30 - 14:30 | Liberty Firearms Institute, 4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Johnstown, CO, 80534, United States
The Compact Flashlight Defense course was designed to maximize the tool that you can utilize anywhere and under any circumstances. Whether you travel by plane, enter government buildings, are out in public or at a facility that restricts weapons, you will always be armed with a highly effective self-defense weapon. The Compact Flashlight Defense course is for people that have any (or no) level of self-defense or combative training experience. The absolute key to utilizing any self-defense product or method is the ability to actually remember how to deploy the item or knowledge during a high-stress event.
Location
Liberty Firearms Institute
4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd
Johnstown, CO 80534

P130: Red Dot Pistol 130
2026-09-20 11:00 - 15:00 | Liberty Firearms Institute, 4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Johnstown, CO, 80534, United States
Red Dot 130 is for the beginning red dot pistol shooter. Gain understanding of function and tactics using your red dot equipped handgun. Find a functional sight zero and begin using your new sight system to enhance your shooting capabilities. This class is taught by NRA certified instructors with military, special operations or high-level law enforcement experience.
Topics Covered

Optic function and capability
Optic zeroing
Optic familiarization in a shooting environment
Optic use in rapid fire follow up shooting
Working through real world optic malfunctions

Required Equipment

Pistol with mounted Red Dot Optic
Sturdy belt and outside the waistband holster
200 rounds ammunition (Factory, non-steel core ammo only for indoor courses. Please check your ammo if there is any question. Additionally, no home reloads are allowed due to insurance.)
Spare battery for Red Dot optic (none will be provided)
3 magazines total and method to carry
Eye protection (clear or yellow for indoor courses)
Ear protection (electronic preferred) If you do not have your own, loaner eye and ear protection are available.
Baseball style hat (to keep brass from getting behind eye pro)
Appropriate clothing (i.e. closed-toe shoes, pants, long sleeve shirt without low neckline)
Personal food (optional). Bottled water will be provided.
FIREARM RENTALS ARE NOT AVAILABLE WITH THIS CLASS

Location
Liberty Firearms Institute
4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd
Johnstown, CO 80534

P140: Low Light Pistol 140
2026-09-25 16:00 - 20:00 | Liberty Firearms Institute, 4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Johnstown, CO, 80534, United States
Low Light Pistol 140 teaches students to use various light techniques both with weapon mounted light platforms as well as handheld light sources while engaging targets at various ranges. This class is taught by NRA certified instructors with military, special operations or high-level law enforcement experience.
Prerequisite
Completion of Defensive Pistol 100 or Defensive Pistol 110 (formally Basic Pistol 102). A pre-approved course/recommendation from a reputable instructor may also be considered. Students failing to meet and maintain our safety requirements and/or who cannot meet and immediately demonstrate the minimum skills required for the specific class may be removed from training. Please ensure you have read through the class description and fully understand our prerequisites before registering.
Topics Covered

Tactical firearms safety
Fundamentals of defensive shooting
Methodology of shooting the self defense pistol in low-light situations
Use of cover in low-light situations
Tactical reloading and malfunction clearance while using the flashlight
Effective light discipline techniques
Marksmanship and accuracy improvement
Simulated stress fire

Required Equipment

Good working, serviceable semi-auto pistol
Weapon mounted light or handheld tactical flashlight with spare batteries
Pistol mounted light (Optional)
200 rounds of ammunition (Factory ammo only. No home reloads allowed due to insurance.)
Belt holster
3 magazines total (minimum) and method to carry two
Eye protection (clear only)
Ear protection (electronic preferred)
Baseball style hat (to keep brass from getting behind eye pro)

Location
Liberty Firearms Institute
4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd
Johnstown, CO 80534

TS100: Tactical Shotgun 100
2026-09-26 09:30 - 13:30 | Great Guns Sporting, 16126 County Road 96, Nunn, CO, 80648, United States
In the Tactical Shotgun Course, you will develop the marksmanship and manipulations skills that will make you the master of this potent arm. Your ability to make ammunition selection, continuity of fire, and malfunction clearances will keep you alive and in the fight long after others have faltered. Using the “crawl, walk, run” philosophy, students will learn and practice basic and intermediate tactical shotgun skills and shooting fundamentals both in the classroom and on the live-fire range.
This class is taught by NRA certified instructors with military, special operations or high-level law enforcement experience. By registering for this course, you agree to our Cancellation and Rescheduling Policy.
Topics Covered

Firearms safety
Fundamentals of shooting the tactical shotgun
Ammunition ballistics
Mechanical operation
Care and cleaning
Shotgun sights
Tactical carry and employment
Methodology of shooting the tactical shotgun
Use of cover
Tactical reloading
Marksmanship and accuracy improvement
Malfunction clearance (Stoppage drills)
Tactical gun-handling
Simulated stress fire

Required Equipment

Good working, serviceable shotgun (single barrel – pump or semi) with adjustable tactical sling. Tactical shotguns are preferred but not mandatory. Shotgun must be capable of shooting standard slugs. If barrel has a removable choke, the choke must be IC (Improved Cylinder) or larger.
150 rounds of ammunition (A variety of ammunition is used in this course. Minimum of 100 rounds of birdshot (7 1/2 to 9), 25 rounds of 00 Buck, and 25 rounds of slug ammunition. No home reloads allowed due to insurance.)
Method of carrying ammunition (i.e. pouch, bandoleer, etc.).
Eye protection
Ear protection (electronic preferred)
Appropriate clothing for all weather conditions. We will train rain or shine.
Sturdy footwear.
Baseball style hat or appropriate headgear (to keep brass from getting behind eye pro).
Personal food (optional). Beverages will be provided and while we will not take a formal break, you may eat during the classroom portion if you choose.
