This course meets Connecticut pistol permit requirements while providing structured, safety-focused instruction for new firearm owners. The class goes beyond minimum standards to ensure students understand safe handling, legal responsibility, and proper fundamentals.
Who This Training Is For
First-time gun owners
Individuals applying for a Connecticut pistol permit
Anyone looking for a clear, professional introduction to firearms
What You’ll Learn
Firearm safety and safe handling
Proper operation and storage
Legal considerations for firearm ownership
Live-fire fundamentals under instructor supervision
Private firearms instruction at DTAC Defensive Solutions is designed to meet you where you are — whether you’re handling a firearm for the first time or looking to refine advanced skills. Sessions are tailored to your experience level, platform, and goals, with a strong emphasis on safe handling, mindset, and practical application.
Instruction is available for pistol, rifle, carbine, and shotgun platforms. Training is paced appropriately and focused on helping you build confidence through structured, professional instruction — not pressure or gimmicks.
Private instruction is ideal for:
First-time shooters seeking a calm, supportive introduction
Permit holders who want a refresher or additional confidence
Women looking for a comfortable, one-on-one learning environment
Shooters looking to improve accuracy, handling, and consistency
Individuals transitioning to rifle, carbine, or shotgun platforms
Pre-law enforcement candidates preparing for qualification
No prior experience is required. Training is adjusted to your comfort level and progresses at a pace that makes sense for you.
Every session is customized, but instruction may include:
Safe firearm handling and operation
Platform-specific fundamentals (pistol, rifle, carbine, or shotgun)
Proper stance, grip, and trigger control
Marksmanship and accuracy development
Reloading and malfunction management
Movement and positional shooting (as appropriate)
Shooting under time and performance pressure (advanced)
Mindset, awareness, and responsible decision-making
Training focuses not just on technique, but on understanding why things are done a certain way.
One-on-one or small-group instruction
Platforms: Pistol, Rifle, Carbine, Shotgun
Beginner through advanced levels
Rental firearms and ammunition available
Bring your own firearm if preferred
