Handgun Training Classes

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Important Information before attending courses at A.I.M.:

All students must be legally able to purchase a firearm*. Other pre-requisites to show legal status (one will suffice):

  • Kentucky Concealed Carry Permit
  • Recent Graduation from a school which requires credentials or character reference
  • A personal letter of reference from any Sheriff, Police Chief, or Minister/Chaplain.
      *Minor children may participate if they are accompanied by a responsible parent or guardian (who does not have to be enrolled but who must pass the credential requirements).
  • Military Identification Card

These Prerequisites do not apply to the following courses:

  • Kentucky Concealed Carry Permit Training (A Kentucky Drivers License will be required at sign-in)
    (visit http://www.kentuckystatepolice.org/conceal.htm to see if you qualify for this course)
  • Kentucky Concealed Carry Permit Instructor Certification (A Kentucky Drivers License will be required at sign-in)

NOTE: Go to the Forms page to get the application and waiver forms


1911 Operator Course

  • Get the in’s and out’s of your 1911
  • Learn the internal mechanics as our instructors take you through a full strip down of your 1911
  • Take your 1911 out to the range and run through 250 rounds on our state of the art ranges to put your pistol to the test.
  • Instructors use 1911 specific lingo with the training
  • Super course for the 1911 operator

$125


Glock Operator Course

  • The Glock is used by more police officers than any other.
  • You fully strip down your Glock to its basic parts, learn its functionality and reassemble back to a working Glock
  • Next …learn some important tips that will keep your Glock running in the event of failures and other problems
  • A range day with 250 rounds through challenging drills that will test the performance of your Glock.
  • Come train among like minded folks that are Glock family member

$125

We also have AMMO Packages available


Introduction to the Self Defense Handgun — DH1

$49.95

This course consists of small group and individual instruction.

DH-1 is developed to create a platform to the new handgun owner of the operation and safety aspects of their handgun.

DH-1 is a stand alone course and is not a prerequisite for any other course at The American Institute of Marksmanship.

This course is a great course to take prior to your concealed carry license course or by itself to teach a new shooter how their new firearm operates. We accept all ages according to the students abilities to handle the make and model of their firearm.

Any student wishing to participate in the course under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Call the campus today to schedule your individual or group lesson at 270-544-7220

DH-1 cours(s) are not on the regular training schedule and must be scheduled. Weekday and weekends are available. Please allow at least 1 week prior to the desired date to ensure an instructor is available.

4 hours

  • 50 rounds
  • Understanding handgun controls, maintenance, terminology, and importance of equipment and marksmanship

Self Defense Handgun — DH2

$99

Basic Handgun Defense Class, Ballistic discussion, Shooting with a concealed handgun, legal issues.

  • 1 day
  • 200 rounds
  • Develop your tactics, equipment, attitude and marksmanship to the self-defense equation

General Handgun — DH3

$199.95

Basic Defensive Class above + terminal ballistics, drawing, legal issues with Color Codes, and principles of personal defense.

  • 2 day
  • 200 rounds
  • Hone your tactics, equipment, attitude and marksmanship to the self-defense equation

Handgun Tactics – 1 — DH4

$199.95

Importance of Safety with firearms, terminology of Weaponcraft, maintenance, caliber importance, fundamentals of marksmanship, equipment choices
Adding to the General Level (DH3), Dynamic Marksmanship, Higher Performance Levels, More Tactics.

  • 2 day
  • 200 rounds
  • Shoot and move, and use cover. Handling multiple threats

Combined Defense Handgun/Rifle — DH5

$199.95

Simulators, “Jungle Lane”, Steel Reactive Targets, Simulated Shoothouse

  • DR3 and DH3 required
  • 2 day
  • 250 rounds rifle & 100 rounds pistol
  • Use your skills built in previous courses and challenge yourself to deal with problems in practical, real life scenarios. Be able to land effective hits dynamically

Select Defense Handgun — DH6

$299.95

  • 3 day
  • 500 rounds
  • Select course. Any environment, anytime, you will be able to handle what is brought to the table
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