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Learn from certified instructors with years of experience. Build confidence, improve skills, and promote safe firearm handling.

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Training at Rowdy's

Our comprehensive training programs are designed for shooters at every level. Whether you're picking up a firearm for the first time or looking to advance your tactical skills, our certified instructors will help you achieve your goals.

  • Certified Instructors
  • 8:1 Max Class Size
  • All Skill Levels

What to Bring

  • Valid photo ID
  • Eye and ear protection
  • Your firearm & ammo (or use rentals)
  • Comfortable clothing
  • Closed-toe shoes
  • Positive attitude!

Beginner Courses

  • Beginner

    Introduction to Handguns

    Perfect for first-time shooters. Learn firearm safety, basic operation, and fundamentals of marksmanship.

    Duration
    4 hours
    Cost
    $125 (includes range time & firearm rental)
    Class Size
    Maximum 8 students
    View Schedule for Introduction to Handguns

  • Beginner

    Basic Rifle Course

    Learn proper rifle handling, safety protocols, and shooting fundamentals for rifles and carbines.

    Duration
    4 hours
    Cost
    $125 (includes range time & firearm rental)
    Class Size
    Maximum 8 students
    View Schedule for Basic Rifle Course

Intermediate Courses

  • Intermediate

    Concealed Carry License

    Utah concealed carry certification course. Covers legal requirements, safe carry methods, and live-fire qualification.

    Duration
    6 hours
    Cost
    $150 (includes certification)
    Requirements
    Must be 21+ and pass background check
    View Schedule for Concealed Carry License

  • Intermediate

    Defensive Pistol

    Learn defensive shooting techniques, draw from holster, movement, and stress-fire scenarios.

    Duration
    8 hours
    Cost
    $200
    Prerequisites
    Basic handgun course or equivalent
    View Schedule for Defensive Pistol

Advanced Courses

  • Advanced

    Tactical Carbine

    Advanced rifle techniques including transitions, shooting positions, and tactical scenarios.

    Duration
    8 hours
    Cost
    $250
    Prerequisites
    Basic rifle course and safe gun handling
    View Schedule for Tactical Carbine

  • Advanced

    Low Light Shooting

    Master shooting techniques in low-light conditions using weapon-mounted lights and handheld flashlights.

    Duration
    4 hours
    Cost
    $175
    Prerequisites
    Defensive pistol or equivalent
    View Schedule for Low Light Shooting

USCCA Certified

USCCA's Defensive Pistol Program

Build Your Confidence With This Six Step Training Journey

The USCCA's Defensive Pistol Program (DPP) is a comprehensive course designed to help participants develop essential defensive shooting skills using live-fire and dry-fire training. The program is broken into six parts, each progressively building on the last to ensure the best results for individual students. These six parts include classroom-based learning and live-fire training to fully integrate objective and performance-based training methods. By using motor learning and skill acquisition science, DPP ensures participants are equipped with the knowledge and practical experience needed for effective pistol use in a defensive context.

Key Objectives

  • Fundamentals of Defensive Marksmanship
  • Drawing from the holster
  • Balance of speed and precision
  • Defensive response
  • Malfunctions and single-handed shooting

The six parts of the Defensive Pistol Program

  1. Part 1 Classroom

    Introduction to Defensive Pistol Program

    Gain an understanding of the major concepts presented throughout the Defensive Pistol Program. This classroom-based class is a prerequisite before advancing to other DPP training sessions.

    Topics: Defensive Context, Self-Defense Probability, Home-Defense, Concealed Carry, Gear & Ammunition

  2. Part 2 Live-Fire

    Fundamentals of Defensive Marksmanship

    Explore all the foundational components of defensive marksmanship through live-fire drills and assessments.

    Topics: Posture, Grip, Sights & Aiming, Trigger Manipulation, Loading/Unloading, Recoil Management

  3. Part 3 Live-Fire

    Presentation from the Holster

    Master the foundational components of presenting from the holster and from concealment through live-fire drills.

    Topics: Holster Presentation, Concealment Draw, Post Engagement, Singles Reloading

    Assessment: First Shot From Holster

  4. Part 4 Live-Fire

    Balance of Speed and Precision

    Find the critical balance between speed and precision through focused live-fire drills and assessments.

    Topics: Speed/Precision Principles, Emergency Reload, Cadence Control, Distance Walkback

    Assessments: Modified Bill Drill, Modified F.A.S.T. Drill

  5. Part 5 Live-Fire

    Defensive Response

    Learn the foundational components involved in your defensive response during a life-threatening situation.

    Topics: Cognitive Processing, Target Engagement, Linked Pairs, Failure to Stop, Target Transition

    Assessment: 2-4-1 Drill

  6. Part 6 Live-Fire

    Malfunctions and Single-Handed Shooting

    Master overcoming malfunctions and single-handed shooting techniques through live-fire drills.

    Topics: Immediate/Remedial Action, Strong-Hand Shooting, Single-Hand Presentation

    Final Assessment: Modified Wilson 5x5

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