Training Courses
Bassic firearms courses
We offer a range of services tailored to meet your individual needs . Basic firearms courses , Handgun, shotgun and bolt action or semiautomatic rifle
- Essential gun safety rules
- Different types of pistols and which one is best for you
- The basics of ammunition
- The fundamentals of shooting
- Different shooting positions
- The most common shooting errors
- Proper gun cleaning and maintenance
- How to maintain your shooting skills
US Law Shield Colorado Concealed handgun course
At Citizen Warrior Defense, our Colorado Concealed Handgun Class is designed to provide responsible citizens with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to safely carry a concealed firearm. Whether you are new to firearms or looking to improve your defensive shooting abilities, this course offers professional instruction in a safe and supportive environment.
This comprehensive course combines classroom instruction, written testing, and live-fire range training to ensure students gain both the knowledge and practical skills necessary for responsible concealed carry. Students will participate in a detailed classroom presentation covering Colorado concealed carry laws, firearm safety, defensive mindset, situational awareness, conflict avoidance, and responsible firearm ownership.
After the classroom portion, students will complete a written test to demonstrate understanding of the material presented during the course. The training then transitions to the range, where students will perform structured live-fire drills focused on safe firearm handling, marksmanship fundamentals, defensive shooting concepts, and real-world application.
The live-fire portion includes practical exercises and a qualification course designed to evaluate safe weapon handling, accuracy, and overall competency with a concealed handgun.
Course Topics Include:
- Firearm safety rules and range procedures
- Colorado concealed carry laws and legal considerations
- Safe handgun handling and operation
- Defensive mindset and situational awareness
- Fundamentals of marksmanship
- Loading, unloading, and malfunction clearing
- Drawing from a holster and defensive shooting concepts
- Classroom presentation and instruction
- Written knowledge test
- Live-fire range drills
- Concealed handgun qualification course
Live-Fire Drills May Include:
- Accuracy and shot placement drills
- Controlled pairs and follow-up shots
- Target transitions
- Shooting from ready positions
- Reloading and malfunction clearing
- Defensive shooting under time constraints
This course is ideal for first-time concealed carry applicants, responsible gun owners, and individuals seeking professional firearms training in Colorado. Upon successful completion of the classroom presentation, written examination, and live-fire qualification, students will receive documentation meeting Colorado concealed handgun permit training requirements.
Required Equipment:
- Handgun
- Quality holster
- 1–2 extra magazines or speedloader
- Eye and ear protection
- 100–150 rounds of ammunition
Train with confidence, build practical defensive skills, and take the next step toward responsible concealed carry with Citizen Warrior Defense.
- Reciprocity and Recognition
- Permitless CarryTransporting a Firearm in a Vehicle
- Transporting a Firearm on an Airline
- Where Firearms Are Prohibited Under Federal Law
- Police Encounters While Armed
- Alcohol and Controlled Substance Laws
- Firearm Transfer and Purchase Laws
- Use of Force Outside a Habitation
- Duty to Retreat vs. Stand Your
- Ground Laws
- Use of Force Inside a Habitation
- Defense of Property Laws
- Civil Liability
- Post Incident Planning – The 911 Call & Statements to Police
- Detention, Arrest and Trial
US Law Shield Colorado Concealed handgun refresher
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Colorado Concealed Handgun Refresher Course
Stay current, confident, and legally compliant with the Citizen Warrior Defense Colorado Concealed Handgun Refresher Course. This course is designed for responsibly armed citizens who want to refresh their concealed carry skills, reinforce safe firearm handling practices, and meet Colorado concealed handgun permit renewal requirements.
This comprehensive refresher course combines classroom instruction, written testing, and live fire qualification to ensure students maintain the knowledge, mindset, and practical skills necessary for safe concealed carry in everyday situations.
During the classroom portion, students will review:
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Colorado concealed carry laws and legal updates
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Firearm safety fundamentals
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Situational awareness and conflict avoidance
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Defensive mindset and responsible firearm ownership
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Safe handgun handling and storage practices
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Use of force considerations and decision-making
Students will also complete a written knowledge test covering course material and firearm safety principles.
The live fire qualification portion is conducted on the range under instructor supervision and focuses on:
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Safe firearm manipulation
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Accuracy and marksmanship fundamentals
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Drawing and presentation from ready positions
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Controlled fire and target engagement
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Defensive shooting fundamentals
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Safe loading, unloading, and malfunction procedures
This course is ideal for concealed handgun permit holders looking to renew their permit, refresh critical defensive handgun skills, or build greater confidence carrying responsibly.
Required Equipment
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Reliable handgun
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Quality holster
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1–2 extra magazines or speedloader
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Eye and ear protection
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100–150 rounds of ammunition
Train with Citizen Warrior Defense and continue building the knowledge, skill, and confidence needed for responsible concealed carry in Colorado.
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Advanced handgun course
Take your shooting skills to the next level with this fast-paced, performance-driven Advanced Handgun Course. Designed for experienced shooters, this class focuses on refining fundamentals while introducing advanced techniques used in real-world defensive and tactical environments.
Participants will build speed, accuracy, and decision-making under pressure through structured drills and dynamic scenarios. Emphasis is placed on efficient weapon handling, movement, and engaging multiple threats from various positions.
Course Topics Include:
- Advanced marksmanship and recoil management
- Drawing from the holster and rapid target acquisition
- Shooting on the move
- Use of cover and concealment
- Multiple threat engagements and target transitions
- Reloads (speed and tactical) and malfunction clearing
- One-handed shooting techniques
- Low-light considerations (if applicable)
- Decision-making and situational awareness under stress
Scenario based firearms training
Force-on-Force scienario Firearms Training
Take your defensive skills beyond the static firing line with realistic, scenario-based training designed for responsibly armed civilians. Our Force-on-Force Firearms Training uses non-lethal training weapons and protective gear to place students in dynamic, high-stress situations that challenge decision-making, movement, communication, and judgment under pressure.
This course is built to help students understand the realities of violent encounters, including threat recognition, use-of-force decisions, verbal commands, defensive movement, and interacting with unknown contacts in realistic environments. Students will work through practical scenarios that simulate everyday situations where quick thinking and sound tactics matter most.
Whether you carry for personal protection or want to better prepare yourself and your family, this class offers a safe and controlled environment to develop real-world defensive skills that cannot be learned through marksmanship training alone.
Topics Covered
- Threat recognition and situational awareness
- Verbalization and de-escalation
- Movement and use of cover
- Close-contact defensive problems
- Decision-making under stress
- Scenario-based self-defense encounters
Who This Course Is For
This class is intended for law-abiding civilians with prior safe handgun handling experience who want practical, reality-based defensive training.
Train for the moment that matters most.
Learn to think, move, and respond under pressure with realistic training.
Level 1 Tactical Rifle Course
The Level 1 Tactical Rifle Course is designed to build a solid foundation in safe, effective, and responsible rifle handling for defensive and tactical applications. This course is ideal for new rifle owners or shooters looking to develop practical skills beyond basic marksmanship.
Students will learn the core fundamentals of rifle operation, including proper stance, grip, sight alignment, and trigger control. Emphasis is placed on safe weapons handling, efficient manipulations, and building consistency under controlled conditions.
Throughout the course, participants will develop the ability to confidently operate their rifle through a series of structured drills that reinforce real-world application. Instruction will include:
- Firearm safety and range procedures
- Rifle setup and equipment considerations
- Fundamentals of marksmanship
- Loading, unloading, and malfunction clearing
- Zeroing and understanding point of impact
- Shooting from various ready positions
- Introduction to controlled pairs and target transitions
- Basic positional shooting (standing, kneeling, prone)
This is a hands-on, range-based course with a strong focus on building safe habits, confidence, and efficiency. Students will leave with a solid skillset that prepares them for more advanced tactical rifle training.
Required Equipment
- Rifle (AR-15 or similar platform recommended)
- Minimum of 2–3 magazines
- Sling (recommended)
- 150–250 rounds of ammunition
- Eye and ear protection
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Water and snacks
Who Should Attend
- New rifle owners
- Shooters looking to build foundational tactical skills
- Anyone preparing for intermediate or advanced rifle courses
Level 2 intermediate Tactical Rifle Course
Take your rifle skills to the next level. The Level 2 Intermediate Tactical Rifle Course is designed for shooters who have completed a basic rifle course or possess a solid foundation in safe weapon handling and marksmanship. This course builds on those fundamentals and focuses on efficiency, speed, and decision-making under realistic conditions.
Students will develop the ability to run their rifle confidently in dynamic environments, incorporating movement, positional shooting, and multiple-target engagements. Emphasis is placed on weapon manipulation, situational awareness, and applying fundamentals under stress.
Course covered topics
- Improve speed and accuracy under time constraints
- Develop efficient rifle manipulations (reloads, malfunctions)
- Engage multiple targets effectively
- Shoot from various positions and while moving
- Utilize cover and understand angles
- Build consistency and confidence in real-world scenarios
Required Equipment
- Semi-automatic rifle (AR platform or similar)
- Sling (recommended)
- Minimum of 3 magazines
- 300–400 rounds of ammunition
- Eye and ear protection Baseball style cap
- Tactical belt or chest rig (recommended)
- Weather-appropriate clothing
Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for:
- Shooters who have completed a Level 1 Tactical Rifle course
- Law enforcement or security personnel seeking skill progression
- Responsible armed citizens looking to advance their rifle capabilities
Prerequisites
- Prior rifle training or equivalent experience
- Safe firearm handling skills
- Ability to consistently hit targets at 50 yards
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Opening Hours
Monday- Friday: By Appoinment
Saturday: By Appoinment
Sunday: By Appoinment