SWAT offers a variety of training classes. Our certified courses will teach you the latest techniques and laws relating to your subject.

Classes are held at various dates and times and we will always make ourselves available to fit your schedule. Contact us to register for any of our courses.

You have questions and we have the answer. Follow this link to the most common questions asked about gun laws, CCW permits, age restrictions and more.

1. All SWAT instructors are certified and licensed.
2. We hire the best from ex-military, law enforcement, and government agencies.
3. All instructors take continuing education classes to keep current on techniques, trends, and laws.

All of our instructors are certified and hand picked to a higher standard. We provide the advanced training needed to reach these goals in house. You can be assured that your class instructor is well qualified in providing you with basic thru advanced training.

Arizona Concealed Carry Permit Training (Utah CCW can be added)
COST: $50 Arizona (+$40 to add Utah)

If you are interested in obtaining your Arizona or Utah CCW Permit, this is the course for you.

1. The Four Rules of Firearms Safety
2. Safe storage and handling of a firearm in the home
3. Negligent discharge avoidance / maintaining control of your firearm
4. Where you can and cannot legally carry a concealed firearm
5. Arizona law relating to the use of non-lethal and lethal force
6. When you are justified in using force to defend you or your family
7. Mindset, Marksmanship and Gun Handling
8. How to load, unload and clear most common malfunctions of your pistol
9. How to become aware of your surroundings and not be a victim
10. Practical exercises
11. Basic firearm stance, grip and aiming techniques

The Arizona, Utah Concealed Carry Weapons course is a firearms safety course designed to provide a general introduction to firearms and pistol shooting. The course curriculum includes detailed instruction in Firearms Safety, Types of Firearms, Firearm and Ammunition Selection, Firearm Maintenance, Mental Conditioning, Concealed and Open Carry Methods, Range Qualification, Personal Protection, Non-Lethal Force Options, Conditions and circumstances associated with the use of Lethal Force and Arizona Law and the legal issues related to Concealed Weapons Carry.

This course curriculum meets or exceeds all state requirements for the Arizona and Utah CCW permit Courses. The course is 8 hours, delivered over one day of instruction, generally either Saturday or Sunday. Participants must be at least 21 years of age. Required equipment includes an appropriate firearm and at least 50 rounds of ammunition.

Course fee includes instruction, all application materials, range fee and fingerprinting. It does not include the application fee of $60 payable to the Arizona Department of Public Safety

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National Rifle Association Basic Pistol Course
COST: $75

Pistol Skills for Beginners is a 4 Hour practical shooting course designed to provide experience in basic marksmanship and gun handing skills for someone who is brand new to pistol shooting. This is the PERFECT course if you are brand new to shooting and would like to develop basic skills and gain familiarity with your firearm.

1. Basic Firearms Safety Rules
2. Proper Two-Handed and One-Handed Grip
3. Proper Shooting Stance (Isosceles and Weaver)
4. Proper Sight Alignment
5. Proper Trigger Manipulation
6. Loading and Unloading Your Firearm
7. Basic Malfunction Clearances

This course involves approximately 4 hours of practical shooting on the range to build skill and familiarity with your pistol. Rental pistols are also available if you do not own a firearm. Required equipment includes: Eye and ear protection, Quality strong side holster and belt, your firearm, two magazines or speed loaders, 100+ rounds of target ammunition.

Course Size is Limited to 10 Persons to Insure Individual Attention and Coaching for Each Student!

Once you've finished the Basic Pistol Course you need to move on to the next course in your development, Arizona and Utah CCW course.

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National Rifle Association Personal Protection in the Home Course
COST: $100

This course provides an Introduction to Defensive Shooting, by task oriented skills achievement and is based on skills of; Basic Defensive Handgun Skills, Arizona Law as it relates to Firearms Ownership, Possession and the use of Non-Lethal and Lethal Force, Strategies for Home Safety, Responding to a Violent Confrontation, Selecting a Handgun for Personal Defense and Sport Shooting and Training Opportunities. Upon successful completion of this course, attendees receive NRA Personal Protection in the Home Certification. A minimum of 100 rounds of ammunition is required for this course.

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New Handgun Owners Course
COST: $80

You just bought a handgun...now what? Take the Basic Pistol Course where you will learn the basics and become comfortable with your new weapon.

This 8 hour course deals with the basic knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for owning and using a pistol safely. Through this course, attendees will learn about pistol parts and operation, ammunition, gun safety and shooting fundamentals. This is a hands-on class with a strong emphasis on safe gun handling. Upon successful completion this course attendees receive NRA Basic Pistol certification. A minimum of 50 rounds of ammunition is required for this course.

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Advanced Concealed Carry (You must have an existing CCW)
COST: $100

You just bought a handgun...now what? Take the Basic Pistol Course where you will learn the basics and become comfortable with your new weapon.

This Course is the next step in moving into a pro-active approach to personal defense and unlike other coursed we study on the techniques and this course starts where the basic Concealed Carry course leaves off. After a review of firearms safety rules and basic pistol skills, this training focuses on the basic skills required to effectively use a handgun for self defense. The course teaches you Advanced concealed carry techniques and topics that include drawing and shooting from the holster, efficient weapons handling, malfunction clearances, speed reloads, tactical reloads, off-hand shooting, basic practice drills, use of cover and concealment, target identification and multiple target prioritization, 360 degree awareness, use of a flashlight with a handgun, shooting from multiple positions and shooting on the move. This course employs a variety of exercises all designed to develop basic gun-handling and marksmanship skills, helping you get shots on target more quickly.

The course is 10 hours in length, delivered over one day of instruction, generally either Saturday or Sunday. Participants must be at least 21 years of age and must possess a valid Arizona or Utah CCW permit.

1. Tactical Alertness and attack prediction
2. Draw from concealment and weapons retention concepts
3. Advanced concealment and rapid firearm deployment
4. Instinctive target acquisition and aiming
5. Speed and Tactical Reload concepts
6. Basic marksmanship drills and self-coaching techniques
7. Psychology of developing a "don't give up" mindset
8. Use of cover and concealment
9. Alternative shooting positions (basic)
10. Shooting while moving
11. Malfunction clearances
12. Engaging multiple targets
13. Shoot - No Shoot Scenarios

Required equipment includes eye and ear protection, an appropriate firearm, a quality holster, a minimum of two spare magazines or speed-loaders, an appropriate magazine carrier and at least 250 rounds of ammunition. It is strongly recommended that you also wear a billed hat, long pants, comfortable shoes or boots and a sturdy belt that will support the weight of your handgun and other gear.