Course Descriptions

TSI offers the following courses to police officers, security guards, corrections officers, and legally armed citizens:

Basic Handgun
Intermediate Handgun
Shoot/Don't Shoot
Tactical Handgun
Urban Rifle/Shotgun
Defensive Tactics - Level I
Tactical Simulations

Course Name:	Basic Handgun
Cost:	$150.00, pre-registration required. Registration form must be filled out and mailed in with a check or money order.
Date/Time:	Check the schedule for dates and times.
Description:	This course meets the requirements for concealed weapon permits in Colorado. The 8-hour program is divided into half classroom and half range time. 150 rounds are fired and both a shooting test and written exam must be passed with 80% accuracy. Topics include: Universal Rules of Firearm Safety Handgun Types and How They Work Laws Covering Deadly Force and Firearms Ownership Drawing and Firing the Handgun (Single, Multiple Rounds) Loading, Unloading, and Reloading the Handgun Malfunction Clearances and One-handed Shooting Firing from Distances of 3 to 7 yards Verbal Commands, Movement, and Follow-Up Procedures
Required Equipment:	Handgun of .38/9mm or larger, strong side holster, belt, spare magazines or speedloaders with a carrier, hat, eye and ear protection, clothing suitable for the weather, 150 rounds of quality ammunition
Rental Weapons:	Weapons are available for a $25.00 fee, which includes holster and a spare magazine. Glock, Beretta, Ruger, Smith & Wesson, and H & K semi-automatic pistols and .38 caliber revolvers are available.
Location:	Classroom locations vary (Berthoud, Loveland, and Ft. Collins area). The range is located northeast of Greeley. A map and confirmation letter will be sent to those registered.

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Course Name:	Intermediate Handgun
Cost:	$150.00, pre-registration required.
Date/Time:	See Schedule. In addition to scheduled classes, this course is available for groups of 3 or more people.
Description:	This course is designed as a follow-up to the Basic Handgun class. This course consists of 4 hours in the classroom and 4 hours at the range. Topics include: Tactical Mindset Legal Considerations Cover vs. Concealment Team Tactics 1-Second Draw Reactive Shooting (Steel Targets) Shooting from Behind Cover Practical Time Standards
Pre-requisite:	Completion of the TSI Basic Handgun course or police academy.
Required Equipment:	Same as Basic Handgun Course
Rental Weapons:	Weapons are available for a $25.00 fee, which includes holster and a spare magazine. Glock, Beretta, Ruger, Smith & Wesson, and H & K semi-automatic pistols and .38 caliber revolvers are available.
Location:	Classroom locations vary (Berthoud, Loveland, and Ft. Collins area). The range is located northeast of Greeley. A map and confirmation letter will be sent to those registered.

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Course Name:	Shoot/Don't Shoot
Cost:	$125.00
Date/Time:	See Schedule
Description:	This 4 hour course will train participants in live fire deadly force decisions. Turning targets will be used that are "Shoot" or "No Shoot". 150 rounds will be fired. In addition, tactics such as the use of cover, team tactics, and failure to stop drills will be incorporated.
Pre-requisite:	TSI Basic Handgun Course or Police Academy
Required Equipment:	Same as Basic Handgun Course
Rental Weapons:	Weapons are available for a $25.00 fee, which includes holster and a spare magazine. Glock, Beretta, Ruger, Smith & Wesson, and H & K semi-automatic pistols and .38 caliber revolvers are available.
Location:	Classroom locations vary (Berthoud, Loveland, and Ft. Collins area). The range is located northeast of Greeley. A map and confirmation letter will be sent to those registered.

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Course Name:	Tactical Handgun
Cost:	$250.00, pre-registration required.
Date/Time:	Check the schedule for dates and times.
Description:	This 2-day course is designed for police officers, but is also open to the legally armed citizen. Special reactive metal targets are used extensively, in addition to a "running man" target that moves back and forth. 400 rounds are fired and there is a night range segment following the first day. A brief classroom segment is presented and the range drills include: Drawing and firing accurately within the time standards One-handed shooting and reloading Firing at extended distances (25 and 50 yards) Vehicle counter-ambush drills Live-fire officer/downed citizen rescues Shooting a moving target Use of the flashlight to shoot with Firing with available light (dim light) Firing from a downed position (ground-fighting) Handling the hostage-taker scenario Firing a weapon other than your own
Pre-requisite:	Completion of the TSI Basic Handgun course or police academy. Call for details.
Required Equipment:	Handgun of .38/9mm or larger, strong side holster, belt, spare magazines or speedloaders with a carrier, hat, eye and ear protection, clothing suitable for the weather, 400 rounds quality ammunition, flashlight, and clear shooting classes
Rental Weapons:	Weapons are available for a $25.00 fee, which includes holster and a spare magazine. Glock, Beretta, Ruger, Smith & Wesson, and H & K semi-automatic pistols and .38 caliber revolvers are available.
Location:	Classroom locations vary (Berthoud, Loveland, and Ft. Collins area). The range is located northeast of Greeley. A map and confirmation letter will be sent to those registered.

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Course Name:	Urban Rifle/Shotgun
Cost:	Varies (please call). Pre-registration required. Registration form must be filled out and mailed in with a check or money order.
Date/Time:	This course is available for groups of 3 or more people.
Description:	These courses are set up on a "seminar" basis and last 4-8 hours. Emphasis is placed on the use of the semi- automatic rifle (military-style) or short-barrel shotgun within an urban environment. Call for more details.
Pre-requisite:
Required Equipment:
Rental Weapons:	Weapons are available for rent for a $25.00 fee.
Location:	Classroom locations vary (Berthoud, Loveland, and Ft. Collins area). The range is located northeast of Greeley. A map and confirmation letter will be sent to those registered.

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Course Name:	Defensive Tactics - Level I
Cost:	$125, pre-registration required.
Date/Time:	Check schedule
Description:	This 4-hour course will cover the following topics: Levels of Control vs. Levels of Resistance Maintaining a Reactionary Gap Use of Chemical Agents (optional live exposure) Baton Striking Techniques Handcuffing and Searching Methods Target Areas for the Use of the Baton Verbal Commands and Follow-Up
Pre-requisite:	None.
Required Equipment:	Workout clothes.
Rental Weapons:
Location:	Call for details

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Course Name:	Tactical Simulations
Cost:	$150
Date/Time:	See Schedule.
Description:	This 8 hour course will cover a number of topics including building searches, team tactics, movement, use of cover, handcuffing tactics, and more. Special Glock handguns that fire a 9mm paintball will be used at an abandoned building, with role-players hiding inside. Protective gear will be worn by everyone, and participants will test their skills.
Pre-requisite:	None
Required Equipment:	Safety glasses, body armor (if you have it), handcuffs, and police-style flashlight
Rental Weapons:
Location:	Classroom locations vary (Berthoud, Loveland, and Ft. Collins area). The range is located northeast of Greeley. A map and confirmation letter will be sent to those registered.

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