VIGILANCETRAINING GROUP

What we offer

Firearms training

Safe handling, solid fundamentals, and confident marksmanship for beginner and intermediate shooters, taught with patience by a USCCA-certified and Texas License to Carry instructor.

Course lineup

Firearms courses for every stage of your journey

Our firearms courses are built for beginner and intermediate shooters who want to handle a firearm safely, shoot with confidence, and carry the responsibility that comes with it. Every class is small, patient, and safety-first, taught by a USCCA-certified and Texas License to Carry instructor who has spent more than 25 years helping people grow.

Start wherever you are. If you have never fired a gun, begin with First-Time Shooter. If you already know the basics, step into Beginner Pistol, then build toward drawing from the holster and shooting with a red dot optic.

First-Time Shooter→ Beginner Pistol→ Draw from the Holster→ Red Dot Pistol Basics
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First-Time Shooter

A calm, no-pressure introduction for anyone who has never fired a gun or feels nervous around firearms. You'll learn how a firearm works and how to handle it safely, then fire your first shots with an instructor right beside you.

  • The universal firearm safety rules
  • How pistols work and how to load and unload safely
  • Range etiquette and commands
  • Coached first shots in a supportive setting

Who it's for: complete beginners and anyone who wants a confident, safe first experience.

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Beginner

Beginner Pistol

Build a solid foundation in handgun fundamentals. This course turns safe handling into consistent, accurate shooting through clear instruction and plenty of coached practice.

  • Grip, stance, sight alignment, and sight picture
  • Trigger control and follow-through
  • Clearing common malfunctions
  • Safe storage at home and in the vehicle

Who it's for: new pistol owners and shooters ready to build good habits.

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Beginner · Women only

Women's Beginner Pistol

The same strong foundation as Beginner Pistol, in a welcoming, women-only class. Learn at your own pace, ask anything, and leave confident in your ability to handle a handgun safely.

  • Safe handling, loading, and unloading
  • Pistol fundamentals with personal coaching
  • Choosing a handgun that fits your hand
  • Home safety and secure storage

Who it's for: women who are new to handguns or want a supportive place to start.

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Intermediate

Draw from the Holster

Learn to draw, present, and re-holster your pistol safely and smoothly. This course builds the step-by-step technique responsible concealed carriers need, with safety at every stage.

  • Choosing a safe holster and carry position
  • A step-by-step draw and presentation
  • Safe, deliberate re-holstering
  • Building smooth, consistent repetition

Who it's for: shooters who have completed Beginner Pistol or have equivalent experience.

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Intermediate

Red Dot Pistol Basics

Get the most from a pistol-mounted red dot optic. Learn how to set it up, find the dot quickly, and shoot accurately, so your optic becomes an advantage instead of a distraction.

  • How red dot optics work and how to zero them
  • Finding the dot quickly on presentation
  • Shooting with both eyes open
  • Care, batteries, and backup sights

Who it's for: shooters with solid fundamentals who own or are considering a red dot pistol.

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Our approach

Safety first, every time

  • Safe handling and storage — at home, in the vehicle, and on the range, especially around children and family
  • Clear, patient instruction — every question is a good question, and no one is rushed
  • Judgment, not just aim — awareness, composure, and the responsibility that comes with carrying

Texas License to Carry

LTC instruction

Coach Rick is a certified Texas License to Carry (LTC) instructor. Contact us to ask about upcoming LTC classes and what you'll need to bring.

Who it's for: beginner and intermediate shooters, families, and anyone who wants to own or carry a firearm safely and responsibly.

Your instructor

Coach Rick Kolster, CBC

USCCA Certified Instructor  ·  Texas License to Carry (LTC) Instructor

Founder of Peak Performance Group and a coach for more than 25 years, Coach Rick brings the same clarity, patience, and integrity to the range and the classroom that he brings to leadership development.

Get in touch

Ask about upcoming classes

Call or email for class dates, private lessons, and Texas LTC courses.

Call 817-301-4240 Send a message