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TEXAS DEFENSIVE FIREARMS


Owner/Instructor
Dennis Pellegrini Sr.
512-659-0148

Owner/Instructor Dennis Pellegrini Sr. 512-659-0148Owner/Instructor Dennis Pellegrini Sr. 512-659-0148Owner/Instructor Dennis Pellegrini Sr. 512-659-0148
Texas State License To Carry Certification
Private Security L2 and L3 Certification

Welcome

ASK ABOUT THE MANY CLASSES THAT WE OFFER.  

WHETHER IT IS LICENSE TO CARRY OR PRIVATE SECURITY.  ALSO OFFERING MANY OTHER CLASSES FOR BEGINNER HANDGUN, HANDGUN SAFETY AND/OR PERSONAL SELF-

 DEFENSE.   SCROLL DOWN TO SEE OUR FEE TABLE.  

ALSO, ASK ABOUT OUR AMMUNITION - WE HAVE A LARGE SUPPLY OF MOST CALIBERS - IF WE DON'T HAVE YOUR CALIBER, WE CAN BUILD IT - GREAT PRICES!

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License To Carry Instructions and State certification

About your Instructor
The most important part of owning, using and carrying a handgun for personal protection

The most important part of owning, using or carrying a handgun 

The Basics

Recruitment and training available - check it out - click the About Dennis button below

About Dennis

Fee Table

License to Carry Handgun Certification

Online classroom and in-person firearms qualification

$100


This is a full course - The 4-hour online classroom portion, the in-person 1 to 2 hours of range instructions and the proficiency demonstration firearms qualification where you will shoot 50 rounds from distances of 3, 7 and 15 yards.  You must attain 70% (a score of 175 out of 250) to qualify.

 

Students can supply their own ammunition, or you can purchase from me at a price of $30 for 50 rounds.

Students must pay their own range fees.


Veteran, couples, 1st responder discounts available.

License To Carry (firearms certification only)

$50

Have you already completed the License to Carry 4-hour class, whether in-person or online?


Here you will just receive one to two hours of range instruction and complete the firearms qualification, which is where you will shoot 50 rounds from distances of 3, 7 and 15 yards.  You must attain 70% (a score of, at least, 175 out of 250) to qualify.


Students can supply their own ammunition, or you can purchase from me at a price of $30 for 50 rounds.

Students must pay their own range fees.



Basic Handgun and Personal Defense Training

Beginner Handgun Course

$100


This is an NRA sanctioned course which will take you through handgun safety, the different types of handguns, proper grip, sight alignment, sight picture, etc. (A range session is included).


Students can supply their own ammunition, or you can purchase from me at a price of $30 for 50 rounds.

Students must pay their own range fees.

Refuse to be a victim in the home

$20 per attendee


This course is basically designed to be taught to a group (10 or more).  

This is an NRA sanctioned course. (all materials provided)

Range Instruction

$50 per hour

This is a per hour instruction session for those who own and shoot handguns but just need that extra help.  This is to help you with handgun safety, proper grip, stance, sight alignment, sight picture, trigger pull, etc. 


Students can supply their own ammunition, or you can purchase from me at a price of $30 for 50 rounds.

Students must pay their own range fees.


Private Security Training

LeveI II Classroom

$200


This is primarily a Department of Public Safety requirement for those who are to become un-armed security guards.  This is an 8-hour course containing State laws, Penal Codes personal presence, etc..  If a Level II guard will be carrying OC (pepper) spray, an OC spray certification class is required.  

Level III (armed) Classroom and Firearms Qualification

$300


This is a 16-hour (2-day) Department of Public Safety required classroom and a firearms qualification (scoring at least 70%) at an outdoor range, pertaining to Texas Laws/Penal codes, personal presence, self-defense, handcuffing, baton, etc.  


Students can supply their own ammunition, or you can purchase from me at a price of $30 for 50 rounds.

Students must pay their own range fees. 

Retired Law Enforcement discount available.

In Person Self-Defense Tactics Training and Firearms qualification

$150

For applicants who take or have taken the classroom portion of the Private Security Level III class ONLINE, you will need to attend a four (8) hour, in person, hands on,  training class, where you will learn the self-defense tactics required by the State to qualify you to be a Level III (armed) Security Guard, such as presence, stances, movements, strikes, arm drags, pressure points, baton, take downs, handcuffing, etc., and firearms qualification at the Austin Rifle Club outdoor range.

Level III Re-certification Classroom and Firearms re-qualification

$150


Commissioned security officers shall complete a Department of Public Safety required six (6) hour classroom refresher course that requires self-defense tactics and a firearms requalification, scoring a minimum of 70% as required by Texas Administration Code 35.161(g).


Students can supply their own ammunition, or you can purchase from me at a price of $30 for 50 rounds.

Students must pay their own range fees.  (range fee is $10)

Level IV (Personal Protection Officer) Classroom

$350

The Level IV State required class (minimum 15 hours) and a test is required for all Personal Protection Officers. This training course must be taught by a licensed Level IV Instructor.   Learning Objectives: The applicant will have an understanding of the legal authorities pertaining to Personal Protection Officer Commission, responsibilities and be able to demonstrate proficiency techniques.


You must be a current licensed Level III Armed Security Gu 

Retired Law Enforcement discount available.

Level IV (Personal Protection Officer) Classroom Re-certification

$150


A short 4-hour refresher class - required by the Department of Public Safety set to ensure that Personal Protection Officers maintain their perception of the Level IV responsibilities, professionalism techniques and tactics necessary to carry out duties as a Commissioned Personal Protection Officer.




Private Security Training (continued)

OC Spray (pepper spray) Training and Certification

$50


This is a State of Texas REQUIRED class if a Private Security Guard is going to carry OC (pepper) spray on duty.  Covers the history of chemical weapons, the usage, medical aid, pros and cons, etc.  A certificate of successful completion will be issued.


Retired Law Enforcement Officers Re-qualification

Firearms Proficiency

$25


Here, the retired Officer must qualify at the range as follows:

TCOLE Certification:  - Texas Occupation Code 1701.357


(1) B-27 or similar silhouette target.  

(2) Combat scoring.  

(3) A minimum of 50 rounds.  

4) Fired at ranges from point blank (3 yards) to at least 15 yards with a least 20 rounds at or beyond seven yards.  

5) Including at least one timed reload; and  

(6) Minimum passing percentage of 70 (175 out of a possible 250 for 50 rounds)

Officers must pay their own range fees.  

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