Critical Edge Concealed carry

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For many people, the term “personal protection” evokes movie images of Bruce Lee or characters such as John Wick with arsenals of weapons.  In truth, the use of force is only one element of personal protection and is a last resort.  Deterrence, de-escalation, escape, evasion or otherwise avoiding an attack are all preferable resolutions. The Critical Edge Concealed Carry course is basic training for concealed carry.  It focuses on the effective use of a concealed firearm for self-defense.  Included are segments on concealment techniques and devices, presenting the firearm from concealment, utilizing cover and concealment, presentation and movement, low-light shooting engaging multiple targets and one-hand shooting.  The course also provides training in the development of concealed carry shooting skills, special defensive shooting techniques, legal aspects of concealed carry, self defense and the law and the legal aftermath of a shooting outside the home.  These topics  form the key capabilities used in the concealed carry of a firearm.

The course is open to individuals age 21 and above that may legally possess a firearm.  Under federal law, however, certain non-U.S. citizens are prohibited from participating in this course.    Only non-U.S. citizens who are: (1) lawfully permanent residents (e.g., green card holders); (2) refugees; or (3) individuals who have been granted asylum may participate in this course. There is no formal training prerequisite for this class.  But, taking the NRA Basic Pistol course and the Critical Edge Home Defense course or their equivalents before undertaking the Concealed Carry course is highly encouraged.  This is not a beginner’s class.  Students must be experienced pistol shooters and thoroughly familiar with their pistol, its operation and demonstrate safe firearms handling skills throughout the course.

Progress through the course is not driven by a schedule.  We will move through the curriculum as quickly or slowly as necessary to allow the students to learn the material.

The Critical Edge Concealed Carry course will be held within an easy driving distance of Harrisburg, Mechanicsburg, and Carlisle, PA at the Duncannon Sportsmen’s Association on the dates below.  We will meet in the Duncannon Sportsmen’s Association clubhouse beginning at 9:00 AM and probably conclude by 5:00 PM.   To ensure close personal attention for each student, this course is limited to 9 people.

Summer Class dates:

• Aug 16-17, 2023 (Wed-Thur)

Pre-registration is required.   To reserve a spot in a class please go to the following to make payment:  https://criticaledge.us/make-a-payment/  The fee for the course is $255.00.  Members of the Duncannon Sportsmen’s Association, veterans and first responders receive a $25.00 discount.  The fee for active duty members of the U.S. military is $155.00.  To finalize registration, please also send an email (to:  carl.walker@criticaledge.us ) with the following information:

Name as you want it to appear on your certificate;

Mailing address;

Phone number;

Please indicate if you are a member of the Duncannon Sportsmen’s Association;

The brand, model and caliber of any firearm you will be bringing to class;

Your interests with regard to firearms and any firearms; and

A brief description of your previous experience with firearms; and any personal security goals you may have.