Important Course Information
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Course dates may change if minimum enrollment is not met
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Students will be notified via email and/or phone within 24 hours of the scheduled course
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Registration is not complete until payment is received
Close Quarters Tactical (CQT) offers comprehensive handgun training courses designed for new shooters, experienced gun owners, and those seeking advanced defensive skills. Our handgun classes combine classroom instruction, live-fire range training, and scenario-based instruction inside our state-of-the-art facility.
Whether you’re learning handgun safety for the first time or refining real-world defensive skills, CQT provides structured, professional instruction in a controlled environment.
Professional, Safety-Focused Instructors
Realistic Movement and Problem-Solving Drills
Beginner to Advanced Handgun Courses
Michigan CPL & CPL Renewal Classes Available
Indoor Range and Dedicated Shoot House
Ammo and Gear Available in our Pro Shop
Why Train Handgun Skills at Close Quarters Tactical?
Handgun Basics Course
Ideal for first-time shooters or new handgun owners
4 Hours | $75
This introductory handgun course teaches students how to safely load, unload, fire, and inspect a pistol, while introducing basic shooting concepts, holsters, and carry options.
Skills Covered
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Firearm safety and safe handling
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Basic handgun operation
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Introduction to holsters and concealment
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Range etiquette and fundamentals
Required Gear
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Personal or rental firearm
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2 magazines
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150 rounds of ammunition
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Eye & ear protection
Handgun 1
Fundamentals & Gun Handling
8 Hours | $150
This course builds strong defensive fundamentals and introduces efficient handgun manipulation techniques under professional supervision.
Skills Covered
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Drawing from a holster
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Emergency and tactical reloads
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Clearing common malfunctions
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Accuracy and recoil management
Required Gear
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Personal or rental firearm
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Holster
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3 magazines
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Magazine pouch
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5 snap caps / dummy rounds
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250 rounds of ammunition
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Eye & ear protection
Handgun 2
Movement & Cover
8 Hours | $150
Prerequisite: Completion of Handgun 1
Handgun 2 introduces dynamic movement and positional shooting, preparing students to shoot accurately while moving and working around cover.
Skills Covered
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Forward, lateral, and diagonal movement
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Turns and transitions
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Kneeling and positional shooting
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Use of ballistic protection
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Dominant and support-hand shooting
Required Gear
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Personal or rental firearm
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Holster
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3 magazines
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Magazine pouch
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5 snap caps / dummy rounds
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250 rounds of ammunition
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Eye & ear protection
Handgun 3
Force on Force (Simunition)
8 Hours | $175
Formerly known as Force on Force, Handgun 3 is an immersive, scenario-based handgun course focused on realistic decision-making, communication, and problem-solving during simulated defensive encounters.
This course uses simunition training equipment only and takes place inside our shoot house to provide a controlled, realistic environment without live fire.
Important Training Notes
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No live ammunition is used
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Training takes place inside the shoot house
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All simunition and required protective equipment is provided
Skills Covered
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Threat recognition and decision-making
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Communication under stress
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Movement and positioning in realistic scenarios
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Defensive problem-solving in dynamic environments
Michigan CPL / CCW & Renewal Courses
We offer Michigan Concealed Carry certification and renewal courses that meet and exceed state requirements.
CPL Course Notes
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Firearm rentals available if you do not own one
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Ammunition available for purchase
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Eye and ear protection must be purchased
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Call ahead to confirm ammunition availability
Expand Your Training Opportunities
Our handgun courses pair naturally with the following programs for continued development:
Handgun Training FAQs
Ready to Train?
Whether you’re starting from scratch or advancing toward real-world defensive capability, Close Quarters Tactical offers professional handgun training trusted by shooters across Michigan.