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CLASSES & EVENTS
N.C. CONCEALED CARRY
Look no further than Blackstone Shooting Sports for your Concealed Carry Permit!
HANDGUN 200
An intermediate, drill-based course focused on defensive concepts, malfunctions, and increasing speed.
ELITE MARKSMAN
A competitive, bullseye focused course designed to develop and refine precision and accuracy with handguns.
RIFLE 200
An intermediate, drill-based course focused on defensive concepts, malfunctions, and increasing speed.
CONCEALED CARRY AFTER WORK – 3 – DAY COURSE DURING THE WEEK
The most engaging & informing Concealed Carry Class that fits in your schedule.
YOUTH INSTRUCTION
EVERYDAY CARRY
A post-CCH course geared towards concealed carry techniques and drawing from a holster.
Tactical Illumination – Handguns
Learn to operate a handheld or handgun weaponlight in low-light and no-light conditions.
RED DOT (RDS) HANDGUN
A complete guide to selecting and operating pistol mounted optics (RDS handgun).
TACTICAL ILLUMINATION - RIFLE
Learn to operate a rifle weaponlight in low-light and no-light conditions.
STEEL PLATE MATCH
Compete for the title in a double elimination bracket. The face paced, reactive steel plate match is an exciting and competitive way to test out and improve your skills.
PRIVATE PROTECTIVE SERVICES BOARD CERTIFICATION
Obtain your certification in a state-of-the-art facility from Industry Leading Instructors. Blackstone’s top tier Instruction Department is now an official training site for state required PPSB Certification Courses.
HANDGUN 100
An introductory course to handgun fundamentals, operation, and safety.
ADVANCED HANDGUN
A high intensity, fast paced course designed to challenge even the most experienced shooters.
RIFLE 100
An introductory course to rifle fundamentals, operation, and safety.
ADVANCED RIFLE
A high intensity, fast paced course designed to challenge even the most experienced shooters.
BOWLING PIN SHOOT
This is going to be a fast paced double elimination bracket bowling pin match. Participants need to pre register to ensure they receive a bracket number, because the match has a maximum of 32 shooters.
YOUTH RANGE DAY
This two hour course will leave you and your child feeling more comfortable and confident on the range. All children must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian throughout the duration of this course.
PRIVATE INSTRUCTION
Enroll today in one of our in-depth classes available to every level shooter. We offer practical classroom education and hands-on live fire training. We have two state-of-the-art training rooms that comfortably seat small to large class sizes with huge media screens easily seen from any seat. Our curriculum ranges from State permit courses like Concealed Carry to introductory pistol/rifle courses, and even classes specifically catered to women. Our curriculum is constantly scrutinized to ensure all the information taught is accurate and relevant. Come learn from the best instructors in the business!

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Shane Caughey
In 1992, Shane began his career with the Gastonia Police Department, serving as a member of the SWAT team. Currently, Shane is the Lead Firearms Instructor for the Basic Law Enforcement Training Academy at Gaston College in addition to his work here at Blackstone Shooting Sports. He loves to work with people at a variety of levels on any skill!

PATRICE
Patrice, born and raised in California, moved to North Carolina in 2018 with her wife and son. Patrice is a certified North Carolina security trainer and was awarded Pistol Expert during her 8 years in private armed security. She is a firearms enthusiast, but even more so has a passion for instructing new shooters.
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CALVIN
Calvin is a retired police Captain and currently is a full-time college instructor. He is a certified Firearms Instructor and Concealed Carry Handgun Instructor through the North Carolina Criminal Justice Training and Standards. His hobbies, besides shooting, are fishing, reading, cycling and scuba diving. He enjoys the shooting sports and is excited to help you!
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STEPHEN
Stephen is a firearms instructor for the state of North Carolina, responsible for firearms and tactical development. With over 22 years of law enforcement experience, the majority of his career has been spent on tactical teams. Stephen has numerous certifications and enjoys helping firearm Firearm enthusiasts to become safe and more confident in their abilities.
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ERIC
Eric was born and raised in Stanley, North Carolina. He graduated with his Masters from East Carolina University and went on to serve the Gastonia Police Department for 15 years. Eric is currently the Sergeant over the training bureau and lead firearms instructor for the department. Additionally, Eric served on the Gastonia Regional SWAT team for 13 years and now sits as one of the Team Leaders. He is passionate about firearms and excited to train with you!
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TAYLOR
Taylor, born and raised in Gaston County, began his career with the Mount Holly Police Department. After a few years Taylor transitioned into a K9 handler and firearms instructor with the state of North Carolina. In 2015, Taylor was assigned to a Focus Mission Team with Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department and help with firearms instruction. Currently, Taylor serves as a patrol officer, firearms instructor, and Public Order Bike Officer.
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JIM
Jim is a former Captain of the Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office. With over 30 years total experience in Law Enforcement and 16 years as a GLOCK firearms instructor, Jim is an expert marksman. Jim holds more than 10 competition titles for handgun, rifle, shotgun, and submachine gun. He is devoted to the shooting sports and ready to help you achieve your goals!
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BRADLEY
Bradley was born in Parkersburg, West Virginia and moved to Charlotte to come work at Blackstone and train among some of the best. He is a competitive shooter and instructor with a passion for teaching!
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