Connecticut's Premier Firearms Training Coach

Name: Patriot Performance Shooting, llc
Address: Patriot Performance Shooting
Telephone: +1 860 696 0890

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About Us

Dedicated Instructors

I started my firearms trainer career in the CT Army National Guard, A co. 1/102 Infantry, where as a Sergeant I was selected to attend the U.S. Army Small Arms Instructor Range Operations Course. After that, I assisted my battalion with qualifications training, remedial training, and range operations. I then served our communities as a police officer for 21 years, for 15 of those years I was an active police firearms trainer and for 4 of those years I was a member of a Regional Emergency Response Team (SWAT) as an assaulter. In 2011 I started teaching civilians and shortly after decided to continue down that path. I attended the NRA Instructor training, getting certified to teach the Basics of Pistol Shooting Class. In 2019 I received my instructor certification from the USCCA in Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals. I continue to expand my training and instructor knowledge. In 2020 I became a certified NRA Range Safety Officer, USCCA Countering the Mass Shooter Threat Instructor, and USCCA Emergency First Air Instructor.

I run small group classes and private lessons to fit your needs. If you just want to shoot better that’s not a problem, I can definitely do that. But, my specialty is in defensive firearms training. I have been a student of firearms combatives for 33 years. My instructor certifications were geared towards combatives with firearms. I have taken many classes in use of force and combative mindset to help me better understand how the human body reacts under the stress of a high stress encounter such as a deadly force encounter. I bring that mindset to all my combatives classes.

I held/hold certifications in:

INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATIONS:

Handgun - CT P.O.S.T., NRA, USCCA, IALEFI, U.S. Army, Modern Samurai Project
Shotgun - CT P.O.S.T
Patrol Rifle / Modern Sporting Rifle - CT P.O.S.T, Center Mass Inc. U.S. Army
Military Small Arms - U.S. Army
Electronic Control Weapons - CT P.O.S.T, Taser International
Pepper Spray - CT P.O.S.T, Safariland Group/Defense Technology
Chemical Munitions - Safariland Group/Defense Technology
Diversionary Devices - Safariland Group/Defense Technology
Impact Projectile Weapon - Safariland Group/Defense Technology, L.E. Systems Inc.
PepperBall - Pepperball Technologies
Low Light Shooting - Stream Light, Surefire
Shoot House - Team One Network
Scenario Instructor - Simunitions USA
Emergency Fist Aid - USCCA
Active Shooter Response - Pro-Active Training Institute, National Tactical Officers Association, Team One Network
Soulis Shooting Systems
Center Axis Relock System

ARMORER CERTIFICATIONS:

Glock Armorer
Colt M16 / AR15 Rifle Armorer
Remington 870m Shotgun Armorer

What we can offer you.

We offer personalized firearms training tailored to your unique requirements. Whether you are a novice or an experienced user, I can develop a training plan specifically for you. Our offerings encompass everything from fundamental skills to self-defense training. Additionally, I provide a Connecticut Pistol Permit course in the Middlesex area. I am also available to travel to your preferred range to conduct customized classes that align with your specific objectives.

Self Defense Training

Patriot Performance Shooting specializes in self-defense firearms training. Whether your focus is on handguns, rifles, or shotguns, we are dedicated to guiding you on a path to enhance your proficiency in using firearms for self-defense purposes.

Low Light Handgun and Long Gun Courses

Low Light & Firearms

Do you own a handgun for self defense? How about a rifle or shotgun? Did you know a majority of self defense shootings occur in low light. If you can not see your threat how can you be sure they are a lethal threat to you? Being able to explain to law enforcement or a jury you knew the person trying to assault you was a deadly threat because you turned your flashlight on giving you a clear picture of the threat can save you from prison or a civil law suit.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

My low light handgun and long gun courses are designed to give students who have never taken a low light training course the knowledge they need to continue training or it can be a refresher for end users who have taken a low light course but want to better their skills. The course covers principals of low light, basics of how your body processes lighting variations, flashlight types and features, mounting, carrying, switches, transition to handgun (optional), use of cover, and how to use your weapon light and handheld light for target identification/engagement.

GET YOU CT PISTOL PERMIT

NEW OPTION FOR PEOPLE WITH LESS AVAILABLE TIME

This is part two of the NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting Blended Course. The student will sign up for the NRA online BOPS course and once completed contact me to schedule your instructor led portion.

During the instructor led operation the student will review firearms safety, the fundamentals of shooting, shooting positions, clear jams (malfunctions), and how to load and unload handguns.

At the completion of the instructor led course you will be emailed your certificate which you can turn in with your state application for a temporary permit.

CONTACT ME WITH QUESTIONS OR TO RESERVE YOUR TRAINING SESSION.

NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting online course signup page.

some of the Courses we teach

Courses

USCCA Home Defense

The USCCA Home Defense Course is a comprehensive course consisting of a combination of classroom training and live fire training. The classroom training covers such topics as creating a home safety plan, securing your home, weapon & ammunition choices, how your body responds to attacks, how to interact with law enforcement, and first aid equipment. The classroom is six hours long and the live fire training is conducted on an individual basis.

USCCA Countering the Mass Shooter Threat

The USCCA Countering the Mass Shooter Threat starts with what we have learned about mass shootings. we will cover the signs to look for, creating an emergency operations plan, considerations for schools and places of worship, planning for an armed response, Triage and wound treatment, and where do we go from here.

Firearm Manipulation and Tactics Courses

These courses cover beginners to experienced individuals. Handgun, Semi Automatic rifles, and Shotgun

Handgun Skills & Application

This class will review firearms safety and the firearms shooting fundamental. We will practice the fundamentals and run drills to push our performance. This will be low stress and very safe, it will also be a lot of fun. We will apply the fundamentals of shooting for self defense and you will have a better understanding of what and how you should be training.

Modern Sporting Rifle Skills

MSR Skills is one of my foundation courses. Build a solid foundation with your semi automatic rifle, carbine, PCC, or modern sporting rifle.

Self Defense Pistol

In our Fighting series of courses we cover what it takes to start bridging the gap from knowing how to shoot to using a firearm for self defense. Topics covered are body alarm response, shooting stance, grip, trigger press and sight usage for self defense, combat accuracy v precision, shooting at realistic self defense speeds, reloads, malfunction clearance, multi target engagements, barricades, moving and shooting. We will run numerous repetitions to build each skill and then run drills.

Fighting Carbine 1

Pistol Permit Courses

These courses are required to allow you to apply for your CT Pistol abd Revolver Permit.

USCCA and NRA CT Pistol Permit Course OPTIONS

Both classes equip participants with essential knowledge for the safe handling and transportation of handguns. Throughout the course, we will cover relevant state laws concerning firearms, the mechanics of handguns, and proper usage techniques. Extensive dry fire training will be conducted to ensure participants feel at ease with handguns prior to the final instructional segment, which involves live fire exercises. Each participant will fire a minimum of 40 rounds, utilizing both pistols and rev

NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting - Blended Course instructor led

The NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting is a conducted both in a classroom and at a range under the guidance and supervision of an NRA-Certified Instructor. The course is intended for all adults regardless of previous shooting experience or NRA-affiliation. This is the class you will want to take to obtain your Permit to Carry Pistols and Revolvers in CT (Pistol Permit) as well as the CT Long Gun Eligibility Certificate (Long Gun Permit)

USCCA Split CT Pistol Permit Course

This is the same as the full day course except the range portion is conducted on a different day. It is great for people who can not afford to take eight hours out of their day to do a traditional course.

Contact me for details.

payment, refund, and cancellation policy

Instructor Cancellation

If the instructor has to cancel the class the student will receive a full tuition refund.

Tuition Payment Policy

Tuition Payment Policy: Tuition Payment guarantees a seat in the training course. When payment is received, you will be entered into the roster. Payment can be made with check, electronic bank transfer, Venmo with no additional fee or PayPal with an additional fee of 3.5%.

Client Cancellation Policy

Pistol Permit Courses: 2 weeks or less notice %50 refund. more than 2 weeks notice full refund.

Self Defense Courses: No refunds.

Privater Lessons: 3 days or more full refund. Less than 3 days no refund.

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