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Defensive Pistol 2 (CSA)
In Defensive Pistol 2 you will learn best practices for carrying and drawing a pistol. You’ll focus on developing speed, efficiency, and consistency while going over each step of the process accurately and safely. You’ll learn rapid and robust stoppage mitigation techniques and how to shoot effectively with one hand. You’ll be much more competent and confident carrying and if needed, deploying your pistol.
Prerequisite: Defensive Pistol 1
Cost: $125
Length: 4 hours
Required Equipment:
Mid or full-sized pistol or full-sized revolver
Quality Kydex holster (one that anchors well to your belt and stays open when the gun is drawn)
Sturdy belt (to keep your holster in place)
Eye and ear protection
3 pistol magazines
Magazine pouch(es)
250 rounds of range ammo
Please click on the link below to register:
TN ARMED GUARD RENEWAL COURSE (CSA)
Are you an armed security guard and need to renew your license? We can help. Tennessee armed guard licenses must be renewed every 2 years. One requirement for renewal of an armed guard license is 4 hours of training. If that's the training you're looking for, you're in the right place!
$55.00
Please click the link for more information or to register:
ENHANCED CARRY PERMIT CLASS (CSA)
This 8-hour class fulfills the Tennessee State requirement to apply for your Tennessee Enhanced Carry Permit. It will cover related laws, use of deadly force, liability, marksmanship and maintenance. It also covers how to apply and receive your permit.
Extra time will be spent on safe gun handling and storage to make you and your family are as safe as possible.
$90.00
Please click on the link below to register:
ENHANCED CARRY PERMIT CLASS (CL)
This 8-hour class fulfills the Tennessee State requirement to apply for your Tennessee Enhanced Carry Permit. It will cover related laws, use of deadly force, liability, marksmanship and maintenance. It also covers how to apply and receive your permit.
$80.00
Extra time will be spent on safe gun handling and storage to make you and your family are as safe as possible.
TN ARMED GUARD RENEWAL COURSE (CSA)
Are you an armed security guard and need to renew your license? We can help. Tennessee armed guard licenses must be renewed every 2 years. One requirement for renewal of an armed guard license is 4 hours of training. If that's the training you're looking for, you're in the right place!
$55.00
Please click the link for more information or to register:
Basic Guns for Gals (CL)
This ladies only class is intended for brand new shooters as well as refreshers for anyone interested in learning firearm safety, marksmanship, and much more.
Class will be from 12:30PM-4:00PM
Pricing will be $50.00 per attendee.
There will be a shooting portion during this class and you will need 25 rounds of ammunition and a firearm.
DEFENSIVE PISTOL 1 (CSA)
Defensive Pistol 1 introduces you to the core essentials of defensive pistol shooting. Ideal for beginners or as a refresher for experienced shooters. This course lays the foundation for the rest of the series. Topics include how to practice, target selection, defensive mindset, ready positions, defensive marksmanship and tactical anatomy and home defense concepts. This session sets the stage for success by ensuring all students develop a strong foundation Is defensive handgun techniques.
$100.00
For more information or to register:
TN ARMED GUARD RENEWAL COURSE (CSA)
Are you an armed security guard and need to renew your license? We can help. Tennessee armed guard licenses must be renewed every 2 years. One requirement for renewal of an armed guard license is 4 hours of training. If that's the training you're looking for, you're in the right place!
$55.00
Please click the link for more information or to register:
NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting (CSA)
*Seats in this class are reserved for instructor candidates enrolled in our NRA Pistol Instructor course. Once you register for the NRA Pistol Instructor Course we will send you the code to access tickets for this class. If you have any questions contact us at info@CitisensSafety.com or TEXT us at 615-801-8007.
The NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting course is intended for all individuals, regardless of previous shooting experience or NRA-affiliation. This is the traditional, instructor-led course where students will receive direct instruction from an NRA-certified instructor from beginning to end.
Some of the topics in the course include: gun safety rules, proper operation of revolvers and semi-automatic pistols, ammunition knowledge and selection, selecting and storing a pistol, the fundamentals of shooting, and pistol inspection and maintenance. Small classes ensure low student-to-instructor ratios for lots of individualized attention. The course concludes with a written test and a shooting qualification drill. Our patient instructors will be there to assist students every step of the way in a comfortable, non-intimidating environment.
Successful completion of this course is a prerequisite to attending the NRA Pistol Shooting Instructor Course.
Please click on the link below to register:
NRA Pistol Instructor Course (CSA)
This course teaches the knowledge, skills, and attitude essential to organizing, promoting, and teaching the NRA Basic Pistol Shooting course. It is presented in two parts: basic instructor training and discipline specific instructor training. Students learn and demonstrate organizational and teaching skills via participation in practical exercises during the course, and complete an instructor certification examination. Students will receive the NRA Trainer’s Guide and an NRA Basics Of Pistol Shooting Instructor Candidate Packet.
Prerequisites: Instructor candidates must possess and demonstrate a solid background in firearm safety and shooting skills acquired through previous firearm training and/or previous shooting experience. Prior to the course, candidates complete a pre-course questionnaire and demonstrate their firearm background in pre-course assessment exercises.
Instructor candidates must be able to prove they've completed the NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course. Citizens Safety Academy will be conducting the NRA Basic Pistol Course the day before this course starts.
Please click on the link for more information or to register:
TN ARMED GUARD RENEWAL COURSE (CSA)
Are you an armed security guard and need to renew your license? We can help. Tennessee armed guard licenses must be renewed every 2 years. One requirement for renewal of an armed guard license is 4 hours of training. If that's the training you're looking for, you're in the right place!
$55.00
Please click the link for more information or to register:
HOW TO SHOOT A HANDGUN (CSA)
So you want to learn something about handguns? You’re in the right place! What makes our new shooter class unique:
Uncompromising adherence to safety protocols
Small classes with low student-teacher ratios
Patient instructors who specialize teaching new and non-traditional shooters
Attention to detail and individualized instruction
A non-intimidating atmosphere
No political advocacy or divisive, polarizing rhetoric
Extra attention to fundamentals and practical application
Ultimate respect for students’ time, priorities, and motivations
$75.00
Please click on the link below to register:
ENHANCED CARRY PERMIT CLASS (CSA)
This 8-hour class fulfills the Tennessee State requirement to apply for your Tennessee Enhanced Carry Permit. It will cover related laws, use of deadly force, liability, marksmanship and maintenance. It also covers how to apply and receive your permit.
Extra time will be spent on safe gun handling and storage to make you and your family are as safe as possible.
$90.00
Please click on the link below to register:
ENHANCED CARRY PERMIT CLASS (CSA)
This 8-hour class fulfills the Tennessee State requirement to apply for your Tennessee Enhanced Carry Permit. It will cover related laws, use of deadly force, liability, marksmanship and maintenance. It also covers how to apply and receive your permit.
Extra time will be spent on safe gun handling and storage to make you and your family are as safe as possible.
$90.00
Please click on the link below to register:
TN ARMED GUARD RENEWAL COURSE (CSA)
Are you an armed security guard and need to renew your license? We can help. Tennessee armed guard licenses must be renewed every 2 years. One requirement for renewal of an armed guard license is 4 hours of training. If that's the training you're looking for, you're in the right place!
$55.00
Please click the link for more information or to register:
ENHANCED CARRY PERMIT CLASS (CL)
This 8-hour class fulfills the Tennessee State requirement to apply for your Tennessee Enhanced Carry Permit. It will cover related laws, use of deadly force, liability, marksmanship and maintenance. It also covers how to apply and receive your permit.
Extra time will be spent on safe gun handling and storage to make you and your family are as safe as possible.
Introduction to Defensive Pistol
Not sure where to start your Defensive Pistol journey? Not sure if you even want to? Wondering what equipment is required?
If you have little or no experience, we suggest starting with our How to Shoot a Handgun class. If you don’t have a Handgun Permit (or haven’t taken the class in a while) we highly recommend the TN Enhanced Handgun Permit Class. Why? For if nothing else, to learn proper safe handling and the applicable carry and use of force laws.
For more information or to register click the link:
Basic Guns for Gals (CL)
This ladies only class is intended for brand new shooters as well as refreshers for anyone interested in learning firearm safety, marksmanship, and much more.
Class will be from 12:30PM-4:00PM
Pricing will be $50.00 per attendee.
There will be a shooting portion during this class and you will need 25 rounds of ammunition and a firearm.
ACTIVE SHOOTER RESPONSE FOR ARMED GUARDS & CIVILIANS(CSA)
Due to an increase in active shooter incidents and the swiftness with which they unfold, we must now prepare ourselves, our co-workers, families and communities. This course will focus on how to be prepared and gain the skills needed to prevent, recognize and rapidly respond during an active shooter incident. This course will provide details on what behaviors to look for and the proper steps to prevent an active shooter incident. You will also learn how to make educated life-saving decisions regarding which actions to take during an active shooter incident.
$100.00
Please click on the link for more information or to register:
Pepper Spray & Self-Defense
Pepper Spray & Self-Defense
Monday, July 28, 2025
6:00 PM 9:00 PM
Most dangerous situations can be avoided or de-escalated with non-lethal means. OC “Pepper” Spray is a versatile, easy to use, and affordable self-defense tool. But without quality training it ends up being a talisman that you may not even remember to use.
Pepper Spray For Self-Defense covers WAY more than just pepper spray. It is a well-rounded class that will get you comfortable with pepper spray, start developing your competence and build the confidence to protect yourself.
$99.00
For more info and to register click the link:
https://www.shootingclasses.com/self-protection-academy/course/?courseId=4535
TN ARMED GUARD RENEWAL COURSE (CSA) (Copy)
Are you an armed security guard and need to renew your license? We can help. Tennessee armed guard licenses must be renewed every 2 years. One requirement for renewal of an armed guard license is 4 hours of training. If that's the training you're looking for, you're in the right place!
Please click the link for more information or to register:
HOW TO SHOOT A HANDGUN
So you want to learn something about handguns? You’re in the right place! What makes our new shooter class unique:
Uncompromising adherence to safety protocols
Small classes with low student-teacher ratios
Patient instructors who specialize teaching new and non-traditional shooters
Attention to detail and individualized instruction
A non-intimidating atmosphere
No political advocacy or divisive, polarizing rhetoric
Extra attention to fundamentals and practical application
Ultimate respect for students’ time, priorities, and motivations
$75.00
Please click on the link below to register:
ENHANCED CARRY PERMIT CLASS (CSA)
This 8-hour class fulfills the Tennessee State requirement to apply for your Tennessee Enhanced Carry Permit. It will cover related laws, use of deadly force, liability, marksmanship and maintenance. It also covers how to apply and receive your permit.
Extra time will be spent on safe gun handling and storage to make you and your family are as safe as possible.
$90.00
Please click on the link below to register:
TN ARMED GUARD RENEWAL COURSE (CSA)
Are you an armed security guard and need to renew your license? We can help. Tennessee armed guard licenses must be renewed every 2 years. One requirement for renewal of an armed guard license is 4 hours of training. If that's the training you're looking for, you're in the right place!
$55.00
Please click the link for more information or to register:
Basic Guns for Gals
This ladies only class is intended for brand new shooters as well as refreshers for anyone interested in learning firearm safety, marksmanship, and much more.
Pricing will be $50.00 per attendee.
There will be a shooting portion during this class and you will need 25 rounds of ammunition and a firearm.
DEFENSIVE PISTOL 1
Defensive Pistol 1 introduces you to the core essentials of defensive pistol shooting. Ideal for beginners or as a refresher for experienced shooters. This course lays the foundation for the rest of the series. Topics include how to practice, target selection, defensive mindset, ready positions, defensive marksmanship and tactical anatomy and home defense concepts. This session sets the stage for success by ensuring all students develop a strong foundation Is defensive handgun techniques.
$100.00
For more information or to register:
ENHANCED CARRY PERMIT CLASS (CL)
This 8-hour class fulfills the Tennessee State requirement to apply for your Tennessee Enhanced Carry Permit. It will cover related laws, use of deadly force, liability, marksmanship and maintenance. It also covers how to apply and receive your permit.
$80.00
Extra time will be spent on safe gun handling and storage to make you and your family are as safe as possible.
Interactive Decision Training
Ready to elevate your defensive shooting skills beyond static range drills? Our Interactive Decision-Based Training course bridges the gap between basic marksmanship and real-world defensive scenarios, delivering an intensive 8-hour experience that will transform your approach to personal protection.
$200.00
For more information and to register:
ENHANCED CARRY PERMIT CLASS (CSA)
This 8-hour class fulfills the Tennessee State requirement to apply for your Tennessee Enhanced Carry Permit. It will cover related laws, use of deadly force, liability, marksmanship and maintenance. It also covers how to apply and receive your permit.
$90.00
Extra time will be spent on safe gun handling and storage to make you and your family are as safe as possible.
Please click on the link below to register:
Basic Guns for Gals
This ladies only class is intended for brand new shooters as well as refreshers for anyone interested in learning firearm safety, marksmanship, and much more.
Class will be from 12:30PM-4:00PM
Pricing will be $50.00 per attendee.
There will be a shooting portion during this class and you will need 25 rounds of ammunition and a firearm.
TN ARMED GUARD RENEWAL COURSE (CSA)
Are you an armed security guard and need to renew your license? We can help. Tennessee armed guard licenses must be renewed every 2 years. One requirement for renewal of an armed guard license is 4 hours of training. If that's the training you're looking for, you're in the right place!
Please click the link for more information or to register: