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DC Training & Tactics

DC Training & Tactics

5.0Exceptional(23 reviews)

About

I tailor my training to each student, I don't have a mass curriculum. I focus on skills that are usable in real life. I run classes for all skill levels and have basic and advanced courses for Handgun, Rifle, and Shotgun.

I feel the training I provide can make the difference between life and death for my students. Although I hope it never comes to that I feel it is important to have the training to protect yourself and your loved ones.

Highlights

Hired 29 times
2 employees
5 years in business
Serves Snohomish , WA

Payment methods

Credit Card, Cash, Check, Paypal

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Specialties

Student age(s)

Child (under 13), Teenager (13 - 18), Adult (over 18), Senior (over 55)

Number of students

One person, Two people, A group of 3 – 5 people, A group of 6 – 10+ people

Any previous experience

Students with previous experience, Students without previous experience

Type of training

Concealed carry permit, Gun safety, Self-defense, Target practice, Hunting, Tactical training

Type of firearm

I can recommend a firearm, Handgun / pistol, Rifle, Shotgun

Reason for training

Training as a hobby or personal interest, Training to be educated and feel more comfortable around firearms, Training necessary for employment

Own a firearm

Student who own the firearm that he/she want to learn with, Students who own a firearm but wants to rent and learn with something different, Students who will rent a firearm

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    Alexandria R.

    Working with DC Training and Tactics is and was an excellent decision for us. We covered a great deal of form, movement in our training. The training given is appropriate for a novice and anyone looking to improve or develop other skills. Don was able to keep our training in a logical progression with new challenges each week. We highly recommend working with DC Training & Tactics for quality training and the ease of learning from a qualified instructor.
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    May 10, 2021
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    Alexandria R.

    We were very impressed with the teaching and training provided by DC Training & Tactics. Don was clear, safety focused and mad us feel comfortable using a firearm. We covered a great deal of training for a beginner novice class. We would highly recommend him.
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    April 06, 2021
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    Tom Van B.

    Don was very thorough in covering course material. Easy going and open to any and all questions. He provided top notch instruction. I was very satisfied with the training overall.
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    February 22, 2021
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    Al Van H.

    Good teacher.
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    December 31, 2020
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    Paul M D.

    Don was an excellent trainer for my wife and I and we recommend Don to anyone wanting a thorough beginner / new to pistols training.
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    October 20, 2020
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    Robert D.

    Don was absolutely an excellent choice if you are new to shooting or if you need to brush up on your skills. He’s very knowledgeable not only about self defense, but also about being a responsible gun owner.. You will learn a lot and fun while you learn it! I seriously can’t recommend him enough!
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    October 18, 2020
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    Frequently asked questions

    I first like to assess the student's skill level and get them comfortable handling the firearm. After some dry fire drills I'll introduce live ammo and we will practice basic marksmanship skills. From there whenever I feel it is appropriate we'll move on to more advanced drills, all while maintaining focus on the basics of shooting. 

    I've been shooting for 14 years and training new shooters for the past 4 years. I shoot competitively and was raised in a law enforcement family by competitive shooters as well. 

    Lesson price is dictated by a couple factors. While I realize not everybody has access to their own firearm, I do offer rentals for shotgun rifle and pistol. These rentals and ammunition for the lesson is included in the lesson price. If the student has access to their own firearms and ammunition I will drop the price since I will not have to provide those items. 

    I've been instructing in some capacity since I was 14 years old as a JROTC cadet, it was only recently that I found that firearms instruction is where I really shine. 

    I work with students of all ages and genders. I train a lot of new, first-time shooters as well as advanced level and experienced marksmen. There's always something that can be improved, no matter your skill level. 

    One of my recent students, having never fired a gun before, within the course of one lesson was able to shoot on the move and demonstrate advanced handgun tactics. It was incredible to see their skills develop so quickly in just a matter of hours. 

    Just be safe and have fun. While training with firearms is a serious topic, it should never be something that's intimidating or difficult. Some instructors like to throw students in the deep end right off the bat and that's not conducive to skill-building. On the other end of the spectrum you have instructors that may work through lessons too slowly, and the student is stuck learning at half speed. I do my best to tailor each lesson to the progress of the student, so that he/she can get the most out of my training. 

    What are my needs for this training? Why am I here? And what can you do to provide me to be ready?

    Services offered

    Gun Safety