TRAINING

Basic Handgun
Advanced Firearms Training
Concealed Carry
Specialized Training
 

BASIC HANDGUN (Level I Handgun)
   
   
   

Great course for the beginner, for those who want a review of the fundamentals, or for those that desire instruction on the use of a handgun in a self-defense situation. Only $45 for 1-1/2 hours. Includes everything (guns, ammo, targets, range, etc.). Bring your gun or use ours. These are semiprivate lessons offered two to three Saturdays each the month from 8:00 – 10:00 AM and on Tuesday evenings from 7:30 - 9:30 PM. Because the class size is small, you must sign-up and pay in advance. Our instructors are NRA certified. By taking this course, you should come away with the following:

  • Knowledge of the fundamentals of marksmanship.
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  • Understanding of the differences between revolvers and semiautomatic handguns, and the advantages of each in self defense scenarios.
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  • How to operate revolvers and semiautomatic handguns.
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  • Understanding of the safety aspects when dealing with firearms.
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  • The ability to accurately hit a target at ranges where most self-defense shooting scenarios occur.

The upcoming schedule for the Basic Handgun training class is as follows:

Saturday Morning Classes Tuesday Evening Classes
1/5/2013 1/15/2013
1/12/2013 1/22/2013
1/26/2013 Women Only Class 2/19/2013
2/2/2013 2/26/2013 Women Only Class
2/9/2013 3/5/2013
3/2/2013 3/26/2013
3/9/2013 4/9/2013
3/16/2013 4/16/2013
3/30/2013 4/23/2013
4/6/2013 Women Only Class 5/7/2013
4/13/2013 5/14/2013
4/20/2013 6/18/2013
4/27/2013 7/16/2013
5/11/2013 7/23/2013
5/25/2013 8/13/2013
6/1/2013 8/20/2013
6/8/2013 9/17/2013
6/15/2013 Women Only Class 10/15/2013
6/29/2013 11/19/2013
7/6/2013 12/17/2013
7/13/2013  
7/27/2013  
8/3/2013  
8/10/2013  
8/31/2013  
9/7/2013  
9/14/2013  
9/28/2013  
10/5/2013
10/12/2013  
10/19/2013  
10/22/2013 Women Only Class  
11/2/2013  
11/30/2013  
12/7/2013  
12/14/2013  
12/21/2013  
12/28/2013  

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ADVANCED FIREARMS TRAINING

We offer three advanced level firearms training classes on a routine basis.  These classes are offered on Saturday mornings from 8:00 - 10:00 AM per the below listed schedule.  Each class costs $40.00 and is limited to 6 people.  These classes are always full, so don't wait until the last minute to sign up.

LEVEL II HANDGUN (Marksmanship Focus) - The 2011 classes are scheduled as shown:

1/19/2013
2/16/2013
3/23/2013
5/18/2013
6/22/2013
8/17/2013
9/22/2013
10/26/2013
11/16/2013
11/23/2013
 
´   Improve shooting skills through proven targeting methods.  Gain confidence in better sight acquisition and shooting.
´    Personal instruction on your style and technique.
´    Learn the mechanics of consistent shooting.  Shooters will run through practice sessions that can be used at home or on the range.
´    Point shooting principles and practice will also be focused on…presentation, front sight flash and double tapping.
´    Debriefing with maintenance and break/wear patterns—the “watch-out for’s” with your weapon
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LEVEL III/IV HANDGUN (Shoot and Move Skills + Low-Light Shooting) - 2011 classes are schedules as follows:

5/4/2013
7/20/2013
11/9/2013

´    Essentials of cover and house clearing…shooting around barricades…left hand corners…right hand corners…
´    Individuals are lead through a course of fire and practice point shooting, magazine drops and reloading, target engagement tuned to them.
´    Course runs are first under normal light conditions.  Then lessons on flashlights - which ones, how they work, ones that don’t for certain conditions and the various means of holding and shooting are practiced under low light conditions.  Muzzle flash, backlighting and other danger topics are taught. Target identification clues and practice and the downsides to lasers are all demonstrated.
´    Tactics and strategies for home practice are covered along with a demonstration of the top personal defense rounds being fired in total darkness…so you can see the wide variations in muzzle flash and recoil.  Then you’ll know what ammo to try in your defense weapon to be prepared.

LEVEL IV TACTICAL SHOTGUN - Class schedule dates to be determined.

´    Learn proven targeting methods.
´    Essentials of cover and house clearing…shooting around barricades…left hand corners…right hand corners…
´    Individuals are lead through a course of fire and practice point shooting, magazine drops and reloading, target engagement tuned to them.
´    Course runs are under normal light conditions.  Lessons on various shotgun styles – pro’s/con’s and discussion and demonstration of various loads that can be used.
´    Tactics and strategies for home practice are covered.  The things shotguns can do…and the things they can’t do.  The “what happens if” scenarios coupled with the fragile nature of the shotgun.  
´    Various sighting systems and configurations will be shown and discussed.
´    Debriefing with maintenance and pro's/con's of various weapon systems and most appropriate applications.

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CONCEALED CARRY
Target World’s Concealed Carry Course is designed to meet the requirements set forth by Ohio in HB12 to be able to carry concealed. Our professional instructors are NRA certified and are prepared to assist you above and beyond the minimum state requirements. Because we have the range on-site, we are able to achieve a smooth transition from the classroom to the range without having to worry about inclement weather. To sign-up, call the store at 513-772-3343 or stop by. The course cost is $150.00 and a non-refundable deposit of at least $75.00 is required to reserve a training spot. Before taking this course, you should have some familiarity with and be comfortable firing a handgun.  For those that have not shot before, we recommend taking the Basic Handgun training class or at least coming to the range on a date prior to the Concealed Carry class to practice and gain a comfort level with your handgun.

To See Our Course Offering And Training Curriculum, Click Here.
To See The Most Current Edition Of Ohio's Concealed Carry Law Pamphlet In A Printable Format, Click Here.
To See A Printable Copy Of The Application and Renewal Application For A Concealed Carry License, Click Here
To See The Attorney General’s Web Page Listing States With Reciprocity Agreements With Ohio, Click Here. 
 

A Note To Outside Concealed Carry Training Instructors: Target World does not allow outside instructors to use our range for training.  The primary reason is that we have to limit scheduled activities such as outside concealed carry classes in order to keep the range open to the public. We never know when our range will be full, so with few exceptions, we do not allow groups to schedule our range for use.  If instructors were to be tying up lanes for extended periods, during busy times customers coming in to shoot would have unnecessarily long waits to get on a lane. The second reason is that we are a business that offers concealed carry training and having an on-site range is one of our differentiating advantages.  Finally, from an insurance perspective, outside instructors are not covered by our insurance policy.  If any incident happened that resulted in a lawsuit or injury, we would not be covered.

CONCEALED CARRY LEVEL II(NOTE: This course meets the requirements for Ohio CHL recertifiation.)  Taught by Joe Barrett, the host of Trigger Time with Joe Barrett heard Sunday evenings at 7:00 PM on 55 KRC, this is a class designed for current holders of concealed carry permits and focuses on quickly and smoothly accessing your gun and engaging the attacker.  Consider this: You’re driving along, probably not paying as close attention as you should, and to your shock you see brake lights racing towards you….we’ve all been there, right?  Let me ask you a question: “Do you think you could access your firearm from where you routinely carry it, get it on target and ready to fire in the same amount of time it takes you to apply the brakes in the above scenario?  Statistically we know this is about as much time as you have to use your firearm in a self-defense situation.  In the CCW course we did what was necessary to get your gun into your holster; now we’re going to work on getting it out!  Concealed Carry II is the class that deals with those few seconds you have to access your firearm and use it effectively.  We’ll spend a short time on handgun selection and grip; then we’ll delve in to carry positions, covering garments, holster selection, smooth draw, rapid target acquisition and rapid trigger management.  This course is largely done in classroom, but mostly consists of practical exercises instead of lecture. This course will conclude with a timed live fire exercise, at which the student will access their concealed firearm, and engage an “attacker” while incorporating an expedited smooth draw and a lateral move and shoot response.  To see the course flier and more details, click here.

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SPECIALIZED TRAINING

GUN CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE - This class teaches the fundamentals of how to clean and maintain your firearm.  The class size is small so that you get personal attention with your firearm.  Don't own a gun yet, we'll provide different models for your use.  Training and cleaning materials are provided at no additional charge.  Cost for the class is $45/person.  Currently scheduled dates are:

2/23/2013
8/24/2013

AK-47 TRAINING & DEMONSTRATION CLASS - The class is held in the evenings, is limited to 14 people, and cost $40/person.  Learn why the AK is the most produced, popular, and copied self-sustaining small arm in the world today.  Dates to be scheduled.

AR-15/M-16 TRAINING & DEMONSTRATION CLASS - The class is held in the evenings, is limited to 14 people, and cost $40/person.  Whether thinking about buying your first AR or hoping to get more out of your rifle, this is your chance to learn more about America's favorite rifle! 

MACHINEGUN TRAINING - This course is held on Saturday evenings, cost $99.00 and is limited to 12 people.  The training involves both a classroom and live-fire portion.  Participants will have the opportunity to fire at least the MP5, Uzi, and 9mm M-16. The next class is scheduled for January 26, 2013.  Sign up today.  Click here to see the flier.

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