Essential Defensive Carry Course in Tucson, AZ
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Basic physical shape required, able to stand for long periods and perform controlled movement.
Overview
Master handgun safety and marksmanship in Tucson with The Hub Shooting Range’s Essential Defensive Carry course. This 4-hour class is perfect for those ready to take their skills to the next level.
Essential Defensive Carry - Tucson
4 Hours • Ages 21+ • Prerequisite: Passing INT HG Skills Test
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About This Adventure
The Advanced Intermediate Fighting Handgun Class is a 4-hour course focused on safety, marksmanship, and various shooting techniques. Participants must have prior skills and specific gear, and the class concludes with a skills test to advance to higher-level courses.
Advanced Intermediate Fighting Handgun Class!
Duration
4 Hours
About
Advanced Intermediate Handgun Class Covering: Safety/Safe Gun Handling, Dynamic application of marksmanship fundamentals, Drawing from Holster (Open &/or Concealed) , Shooting while moving, Multiple target/Multiple Distance Engagements, Intro Concept of Speed, Use of Barricades, Unconventional Shooting Positions, Non-Standard Response drills, Reload drills, Malfunction drills, 1-hand Shooting drills, Strategic Thinking/Planning and Fighting – expounding on Defensive Fighting Handgun mindset.
Concludes with HG201 Skills Test (Passing is required to advance/attend next-level courses).
Students must be able to stand, crouch, kneel, and move swiftly between firing positions.
Gear Requirements: Semi-automatic handgun, at least THREE magazines, Sturdy holster (open or concealed carry) and mag pouches. (No soft, collapsible holsters for this course.) Eye & Electronic Hearing Protection, Speed loader strongly recommended, and a Minimum of 200 rounds of training ammunition. Note-taking material and a desire to learn and develop your skill set.
What to Bring
- Please bring a photo ID.
- Safe Gun Handling Skills 0 Non Negotiable.
- Prerequisite: Passing INT HG Skills Test – Non Negotiable.
Adventure Tips
Bring Your Own Gear
Participants must bring their own handgun, holster, and ammunition to fully participate.
Stay Hydrated
Arizona’s dry climate requires you to drink plenty of water before and after the course.
Wear Comfortable Clothing
Choose layered, breathable clothing and closed-toe shoes for comfort and safety during shooting drills.
Arrive Early to Complete Paperwork
Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early to finish registration and safety briefings without rush.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Gila monsters
- Roadrunners
History
Tucson has a rich heritage blending Native American, Spanish, and Old West influences reflected in its culture and architecture.
Conservation
The area emphasizes responsible outdoor practices to protect the Sonoran Desert’s fragile ecosystem.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Handgun (Personal)
Required for training and skills evaluation in the course.
Holster
Secure holster needed for safe firearm handling during drills.
Eye and Ear Protection
Mandatory safety gear to protect during live-fire exercises.
Water Bottle
Stay hydrated in Tucson’s dry and hot climate.
summer specific