Licensed & Certified Firearms, Security & Medical Training
Real-world instruction for civilians, security teams, and professionals.Why Train With ATS?
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ATS Firearm & Self-Defense Training Tiers
ATS provides licensed, real-world firearms and self-defense training taught by certified instructors with operational experience—not classroom theory.
Tier 1 Training
This level is a non-firearm class, to give a fundamental overview of personal physical protection, public awareness, and home/vehicle safety, with non-lethal secondary weapons, (tasers, batons, pepper spray, pistol hard projectiles).
Tier 2 Training
This “Basic” level of firearms education course is designed for individuals who desire to learn more about proper handgun handling techniques, ammunition types, firearm malfunctions and to help develop and gain confidence in pistol fundamentals.
Tier 3 Training
This course is designed around the conceal carry lifestyle (CCW) and your individual gun law rights. You will learn more about self-defense interactions and handgun handling techniques, ammunition types, firearm malfunctions and to help develop and gain confidence in pistol self-defense.
Tier 4 Training
This class is our MOST popular. It is designed for individuals who are technically experienced in handgun firearm use and manipulation. Participants will learn holster drawing and advance their tactical skill sets. This includes active threat live shooting techniques, set in a run and gun scenario based atmosphere!
Tier 5 Training
Our one-day, 10-hour CQB tactical shoot house program prioritizes basic skills. It provides a condensed, effective experience in room clearing and CQB techniques. The use of rifle and pistol transitioning is emphasized, along with scenario-based combat missions using a combination of live rounds and marking rounds.
Tier 6 Training
This class tier is an introduction to basic and practical home, office, and vehicle self-defense awareness, and protection strategies using a firearm in a real-life scenario based shoot house setting to simulate a home or office threat. Develop personal self-defense strategies for you and your family.
Tier 7 Training
This extensive 8+ hrs. fully immersive House of Worship & Corporate Security class provides a basic framework for any organization’s security program. Combining academics with scenario based physical training not seen at other agencies.
Tier 8 Training
This two-day executive protection and threat analysis class provides a foundation (level 1), for executive protection security personnel, and security guards, seeking the key fundamentals and sharpening the skill-sets relevant to this profession and lifestyle.
Tier 9 Training
The course focuses on teaching participants how to effectively use firearms for defense in and around vehicles. It addresses unique challenges such as confined spaces, vehicle dynamics, ballistic considerations, and practical tactics. These will help participants survive an armed encounter in or near a car.
ATS Firearm & Self-Defense “a-la-carte” Menu
2-Hour Private Basic Pistol Refresher
This class is one-on-one instruction on pistol safety, handling, and foundational shooting techniques for beginners or those seeking a refresher. This class is a 2-hour minimum course.
3-Hour Pistol Fundamentals
This 3-hour course covers essential topics such as firearm safety, pistol operation, defensive shooting fundamentals, and real-life defensive strategies. It includes both dry and live fire practice, culminating in hands-on application.
3-Hour Pistol Combat Defense Training
The Center Axis Relock (C.A.R.) System is a close-quarters combat shooting method designed for rapid response and control in high-stress situations. This includes dry fire drills, live fire exercises, and tactical reloads to build rapid response skills.
3-Hour Basic Rifle Refresher
This course provides a structured introduction to rifle safety, components, and shooting techniques. It starts with a safety overview and leads to dry and live-fire practice. It covers essential skills like proper operation, shooting fundamentals, and hands-on applications.
3-Hour Rifle Tactics & Mindset
Equip participants with foundational skills for defensive rifle use and tactical movement. This training fosters a survival-oriented mindset for personal and team defense scenarios. If you cannot take our full 10-hour T5 class, this is a great alternative for you or your team!
3-Hour Knife & Pistol Self-Defense/Hand-to-Hand Mechanics
To teach participants effective defensive techniques combining knives, pistols, and unarmed combat, emphasizing practical mechanics, situational awareness, and weapon retention in self-defense scenarios.
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