Classroom: 1 hour
Live Fire training: 3 Hours
Skills: Intermediate
Prerequisite: Concealed Carry Course
Course Description:
Everyday Carry is designed to provide students the defensive mindset and skills to safely and effectively carry a handgun for personal protection. Students will learn how to properly conceal a handgun, how to safely draw a concealed handgun from a holster, and experience live-fire training to apply techniques and build skills. Experience down range and timed drills to maximize your EDC.
Covered in the Course:
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Firearms Safety
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Defensive Mindset
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Proper Gear Placement (Holsters, and Holster Placement)
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Precise and Repeatable Fundamentals (Stance-Grip-Draw)
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Proper Steps to Safely Draw a handgun from Concealment
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Magazine Changes (Retention and Emergency)
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Malfunction Drills
Required Equipment:
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Handgun (Rental handguns available upon request)
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At least 2 handgun magazines
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Magazine pouches (At least one pistol magazine pouch required)
- 150 rounds of handgun ammunition (can be purchased the day of the course) Holster (Appendix or Strong Side)
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Holster must attach to the belt or provide sufficient retention to prevent the firearm from falling out. (If you do not own a holster yet, we can provide a Strong Sided holster for a Glock 19 or 17)
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Eye and ear protection (can be provided if needed)
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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!