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CCW PRACTICAL SKILLS
Train. Shoot. Improve.
Defensive Handgun Training & Practice
TEMPORARY INTRODUCTORY PRICE: $40
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Your CCW course shouldn’t be the last time you train.
CCW Practical Skills is a twice-monthly, instructor-guided handgun training and practice program designed for CCW holders and responsible, defense-minded shooters who want to continue developing their abilities beyond a basic handgun, CCW, or qualification course.
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Each session provides structured practice focused on developing safe gun-handling habits, efficiency, accuracy, confidence, and a defensive mindset.
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This is an ongoing skills-development program, not a one-time course. Training topics and drills may change from session to session, allowing participants to continue practicing, receive instructor feedback, identify areas for improvement, and build their abilities over time.
AVAILABLE DATES FOR REGISTRATION:
September 8, 2026
September 11, 2026
We will add additional dates and times as the program grows.
Check back regularly for new training opportunities.
COURSE TIME & ARRIVAL
Course Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Recommended Arrival / Check-In: 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Course Begins Promptly: 5:30 PM
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Please plan to arrive between 5:00 PM and 5:30 PM to allow time for check-in, equipment preparation, and getting settled before training begins, which helps us maximize your available training time on the range.​
TRAINING MAY INCLUDE
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Safe and efficient handgun manipulation
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Drawing and presentation from the holster
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Defensive accuracy
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Multiple-shot engagements
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Reloading and malfunction clearing
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Target transitions
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Movement and use of position
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Decision-making and situational awareness
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Increasing speed while maintaining control
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Reinforcement of safe, repeatable habits
The emphasis isn’t simply on shooting more rounds. It’s on making every repetition purposeful.
PROGRAM FORMAT
Twice Monthly | LGR Academy
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Each session may offer a different training focus, giving participants the opportunity to return regularly, practice different skills, and continue developing over time.
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As the CCW Practical Skills program grows, we plan to expand the schedule to include different days of the week and a variety of training times. If the currently scheduled sessions do not work for you, please check back regularly for new dates and times.
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Whether you already hold a CCW permit, are preparing for one, or simply believe in being better prepared to responsibly defend yourself and others, CCW Practical Skills provides a safe, structured, supportive, and like-minded training environment to continue your development.
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
Participants must arrive with the equipment necessary to participate safely in the session.
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Required:
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Handgun in good, reliable working condition
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Sturdy belt capable of supporting your holster and magazine carrier
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Minimum of two magazines for your primary firearm; three are strongly recommended
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Minimum of two magazines for any additional firearm you intend to use
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Magazine carrier or speed-loader pouch
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Strong-side OWB Kydex holster or appropriate IWB holster that securely retains the firearm and completely covers the trigger guard
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150+ rounds of ammunition for your primary firearm
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Eye protection
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Hearing protection
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Closed-toe shoes or boots
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Recommended:
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Concealment garment such as a jacket, vest, overshirt, or button-up shirt
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Baseball cap or visor
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Water/hydration
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Snacks as needed
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Notepad and pen
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Weather-appropriate clothing
IS CCW PRACTICAL SKILLS RIGHT FOR ME?
CCW Practical Skills is designed for shooters who already possess a working knowledge of handgun safety, operation, and basic marksmanship.
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Participants should be comfortable safely handling and operating their own handgun and should have prior handgun training or shooting experience.
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You do not need to currently hold a CCW permit to participate.
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This program may be a good fit if you:
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Currently hold a CCW permit and want continued training and practice
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Are preparing to obtain a CCW permit and already have handgun experience
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Have completed prior handgun training and want to continue developing your skills
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Want structured practice and instructor feedback rather than simply spending time shooting on your own
NEW TO FIREARMS OR STILL DEVELOPING YOUR FUNDAMENTALS?
CCW Practical Skills is not intended as an introductory handgun course.
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If you are new to firearms, not yet comfortable operating your handgun independently, or still need to develop basic safety and marksmanship fundamentals, we recommend starting with our Fundamental Handgun Course (Private) or New Shooters Workshop (Public/Group).
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These programs provide a supportive introduction to firearm safety, handgun operation, safe handling, marksmanship fundamentals, and the skills necessary to progress into continued training.
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Build the foundation. Then keep building.
PLEASE COME PREPARED
Participants should inspect their firearm, magazines, holster, ammunition, and other equipment before arriving.
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The LGR Pro Shop will not be open during these training sessions. Ammunition, magazines, holsters, eye and ear protection, and other equipment will not be available for purchase once the session begins.
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Missing required equipment may prevent or limit participation in portions of the training.
RANGE-USE AMMUNITION
Range-Use ammunition purchased through the LGR Online Pro Shop at shop.lindengunrange.com, either before or during registration, will be held at LGR and ready for you at course check-in.
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AVAILABLE PRE-PURCHASE AMMUNITION IS LISTED AT THE BOTTOM OF THE COURSE REGISTRATION PAGE. Scroll down, select the ammunition you need, and click “Add to Cart.”
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All LGR Range-Use ammunition must remain on site. You may not remove unused ammunition from the facility.
The LGR Pro Shop will be closed during the training session, so additional ammunition will not be available for purchase. If you do not pre-purchase ammunition, please arrive with the required amount for the course.
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LGR MEMBER AMMUNITION DISCOUNT
LGR Members: The 10% LGR Member discount on eligible Range-Use ammunition cannot be applied to ammunition purchased online during course registration.
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To receive your 10% LGR Member discount, you may pre-purchase your Range-Use ammunition in person at the LGR Pro Shop prior to your scheduled class. Let our staff know the ammunition is for an upcoming CCW Practical Skills session, and we will hold it for you and have it ready at the start of class.
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Member discount applies only to eligible ammunition and is subject to LGR Range-Use ammunition policies. All Range-Use ammunition facilitated by LGR must remain on site.
SAFETY & PARTICIPATION
Safety and responsible firearm handling are the foundation of every CCW Practical Skills session.
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All participants must follow LGR range rules and instructor commands at all times. Exercises may be modified based on a participant's demonstrated ability, equipment, range conditions, or group needs.
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Participation in a particular drill is at the instructor's discretion. Students may be asked to modify or discontinue an exercise if they need additional instruction before safely progressing.
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Students must complete the required LGR and LGR Academy waivers before participating.