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TRAINING

Training. You want it. You need it. Yes, that’s right. You NEED training. If you carry a firearm you need training, period. A firearm is a precision instrument. A tool that, in the hands of a skilled individual, becomes a powerful life saving device. How effective you are at using this life saving tool is directly proportional to how much you have trained with it. The type, quantity and quality of training you acquire will make the difference between you being an armed citizen that has a gun and you being an armed citizen skilled in being your own first responder. Proper training in sufficient quantity elevates you from being someone that is armed to someone that is armed and fully capable of implementing the tool you have with you to protect your own life and/or the lives of those around you.

Here at Tango Down Tactical we offer a wide variety of training courses that range from those who are absolutely inexperienced with any kind of firearm to those who have years of experience. No matter your individual level of skill, you are welcome to attend our training courses. Below is a list of what courses we offer and the cost of each. If you are interested in a course and are curious of the course schedule you can click on the associated sign me up button and it will take you to the sign up page with course dates. And as always, if you have any questions we are happy to answer them.

Training is vital. You truly do need it. If the training courses we have to offer aren’t your cup of tea, please seek out training elsewhere. There are many places to get some level of training. Search for training, find it, and get after it.

NC Concealed Carry Class - $65

Interested in getting a NC Concealed Carry Handgun Permit? Excellent!! Our concealed carry class will provide with the best concealed carry education covering many topics from concealed carry laws, use of deadly force, gear and gadgets and much more. Sign up today and start your journey to becoming an informed and armed citizen ready to build upon the foundational education you get in our class. Ideally, you will have your own handgun to bring to class. However, if you don't currently own one we have some for rent. We also have ammo for sale should you need to buy some or didn't bring your own. You will need 50 rounds for this course. We offer discounts for Veterans, Active Duty, First Responders and Teachers. And we extend those discounts to spouses/significant others. Sign up today by clicking the Sign Me Up button below.

Basic Pistol Course - $120

Our basic pistol course is intended for those who have little to no experience with firearms. This course is also an excellent choice for those who have experience but may have not been to the range in a while or just need a refresh on the basics. From start to finish you will have been instructed on many topics such as; safety, how the handgun works, proper grip, proper stance, proper sight alignment, trigger control, ammo selection, etc. Each course begins in the classroom where we cover the four universal safety rules, range rules, emergency procedures, etc. Then we progress into explanations and demonstrations of how a handgun works, proper grip, stance, trigger control, etc. in preparation for live fire. Once we are done in the classroom we will then head to the range for our live fire work in a low stress environment. At the conclusion of this course, you will have built a strong foundation of firearm safety, fundamentals of firearm operation and accurate shooting. This course is 6+/- hours of instruction. We will have regular breaks and an hour for lunch. You will need a handgun of your own, a proper holster for your handgun (Open carry or concealed carry if you have a concealed carry permit, your choice), eye and ear protection and 150 rounds of ammunition. The range is outdoors, so prepare accordingly depending on the weather. Sign up by simply click the "Sign Me Up!" button.

Advanced Pistol Course - $260

Our Basic Pistol Course builds the foundation of safe, accurate shooting. Our Advanced Pistol Course builds on that foundation and elevates your knowledge and skill sets to a high degree. The course ramps up the stress, difficulty of shots, courses of fire and all other factors to help you achieve an entirely new level of firearm knowledge and skill sets. For this reason, successful completion of our Basic Pistol Course is required before attending our Advanced Pistol class.
This class focuses on advanced techniques involving; navigating around obstacles, transitioning from and engaging multiple targets, identifying friendly targets from the bad guys, how to and when to engage the bad guys, one hand weapon manipulations such as one hand shooting and one-handed reloading, tactical reloads, administrative reloads, off-hand shooting and much, much more. This course is 8 hours and is intense mentally and physically. It requires some running, squatting, laying and kneeling. You will need proper eye and ear protection, a handgun with proper holster (Open carry or concealed carry if you have a concealed carry permit, your choice) and 500 rounds of ammunition. The range is outdoors, so prepare accordingly depending on weather. We will hold the course regardless of weather with the sole exception of lightning. Any weather event producing lightning will result in reschedule. Message us for a complete detail of this course that includes required items you must bring and suggested items. If you wish to sign up simply click the "Sign Me Up" button.

AR-15 Basic Rifle Course - $120

Our AR-15 Basic Rifle Course will provide with an introductory level of instruction and knowledge concerning the most popular sporting rifle in America, the AR-15. In this course you spend time in our classroom where you will learn a brief history of the rifle, how it has evolved over time, separate fact from fiction, basic operation, maintenance, malfunctions and clearing them, ammo types and use based selection, and more. Afterwards we will head to the range for further instruction on safety, safe handling, malfunction clearing and shooting.

This course is 6+/- hours of instruction and will give you a strong understanding of the AR-15, how to maintain it, how to handle typical malfunctions, and how to properly use it so you can deliver accurate shots on target. You must have your own AR-15 for this class. We will inspect your AR-15 for any problems prior to shooting at the range. You will need 100 rounds of ammo in total. We will have some for sale if you don't bring your own. Eye protection and Ear protection is required and available if you don't bring your own. Further course details are available upon request. To sign up simply click the "Sign Me Up" button.

!!!ATTENTION! SPECIAL NOTE FOR OUR AR-15 COURSES!!
Safety is paramount for us. Safety comes first without exception. Because of this, we do not allow polymer framed AR-15's in any of our courses. This is due to the inherent weakness of the polymer. Even "reinforced polymer" AR-15's are not allowed. We must consider the safety of everyone attending our courses and it is for this reason we have this policy in place. If you are curious why we have made this decision please feel free to message us and we will be happy to elaborate on this policy.

AR-15 Advanced Rifle Course - $260

The AR-15 Advanced Rifle Course builds upon the basics you learned in our AR-15 Basic Rifle Course. As a result, completion of our AR-15 Basic Rifle Course is required. In this course we will cover familiar ground such as safety, rifle operation, malfunction clearing and will add negotiating and firing around obstacles, firing on the move, firing from various positions, advanced zeroing techniques, sling manipulation, off-hand shooting and much much more. This is a very intense class. You will be pleasantly exhausted mentally and physically. At the conclusion of this 8+/- day you will be ready for a long hot shower where you can bask in steamy reflection on all the knowledge you have gained. This course will prepare you to implement your AR-15 with a level of precision you didn't think you could be capable of.

You must have your own AR-15 for this class. We highly recommend you have some sort of chest rig to carry magazines. You will need a minimum of 500 rounds for this class and a minimum of 3 standard capacity 30 round magazines. Yes, I said standard capacity 30 round magazines. A 20 round capacity magazine is also standard capacity. So is a 120 round magazine. For this course, the 30 round variety of standard magazine will do nicely. Knee pads would be a great benefit to you. Additional class details are available upon request. To see our class schedule and to sign up click the "Sign Me Up" button below.

!!!ATTENTION! SPECIAL NOTE FOR OUR AR-15 COURSES!!
Safety is paramount for us. Safety comes first without exception. Because of this, we do not allow polymer framed AR-15's in any of our courses. This is due to the inherent weakness of the polymer. Even "reinforced polymer" AR-15's are not allowed. We must consider the safety of everyone attending our courses and it is for this reason we have this policy in place. If you are curious why we have made this decision please feel free to message us and we will be happy to elaborate on this policy.

Ronetta Keyes

15/04/2023

Dennis is awesome, I couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. He makes you feel comfortable and breaks everything down so you can understand. He made us feel like we were family and he goes above and beyond to make sure that his class had the best experience possible. If you’re looking to take a carry and conceal class, look no further this is it. I promise he will not disappoint!!

Xiana Simone ́

Kmowledge gained was phenomenal. Amazing instructor and a very nice guy, made the experience enjoyable as well as education. 100% recommend, 10/10.

Katrina Smith

14/04/2023

When my sister asked me to take Concealed Carry Class with her, I was thinking it's no way I'm doing that. I was literally thinking of a reason to say no. I am so glad I went. We made it a family affair. Dennis taught a phenomenal class. He was very engaging, patient, and informative. I learned so much about firearms. If you are considering this class, take it, you will not regret it. Never held a firearm before...No worries, Dennis has you covered!!

Shanquetta Branch

Absolutely the best instructor! I took this class and it learned me a lot of important information I didn’t know of. He answered questions with great detail and had a lot of patience he made sure that his class was comfortable and understood what he was explaining. I would advise anyone who is in search for a concealed carry class take it with Mr.Dennis Poythress you will be highly satisfied well worth the time and money.

electro21

13/04/2023

Top notch instructor. Patient, knowledgeable, and willing to share his knowledge us. He made the class entertaining and fun. I learned a lot about firearms, the laws about owning a firearm, and firearm safety. If you get a chance, take Dennis' concealed carry class you won't be disappointed.