
FIND THE RIGHT COURSE FOR YOU
LIVE TRAINING OPTIONS
ENHANCE YOUR SKILLS AS A PROTECTOR

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
13+

ROUNDS FIRED BY STUDENTS
80.5K+

A13TACTICS STUDENTS TAUGHT
230+
LIVE FIRE TRAINING OPTIONS
Lead by doing. There are no shortcuts, no secret methods, only flawless execution of the fundamentals.
At A13Tactics, the core principle of our curriculum comes down to the brilliant execution of the basics.
All courses are designed and taught by Andrew McDowell. Each course is meticulously crafted to enhance every shooter, regardless of skill level, with or without prior training.
Find the right course for you below. If you don't see a course you prefer, you can also request a private training course.
A13TACTICS LIVE FIRE TRAINING
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Guardian I is designed to provide a hands-on introduction to the safe handling and the defensive use of a full-sized to compact-sized pistol. Students of all skill levels will improve their draw and pistol shooting skills through drills and exercises with a strong emphasis on the fundamentals. Each student will leave feeling confident in their understanding of how a pistol functions and how to shoot it safely.
1 DAY | 6 - 8 HRS
PREREQUISITES: NONE

GUARDIAN I
Defender I is designed to provide a hands-on introduction to the safe handling and the defensive use of a modern carbine rifle. Students of all skill levels will improve their accuracy and rifle shooting skills through drills and exercises with a strong emphasis on the fundamentals. This course is designed to build essential knowledge and gun handling skills to deploy and operate your carbine efficiently and effectively.
1 DAY | 6 - 8 HRS
PREREQUISITES: NONE

DEFENDER I
This continuation of our Guardian series includes additional drills, a qualification course of fire, and live fire malfunction clearance drills. Beginning with an overview of the topics and fundamentals of marksmanship from Guardian I and move into more advanced drills. You will continue to improve your pistol handling skills while reinforcing the fundamentals of marksmanship. Timed drills will help you learn the balance between speed and accuracy.
1 DAY | 8+ HRS
PREREQUISITES: GUARDIAN I

GUARDIAN II
This class is a continuation of our Defender series. It includes additional drills, a qualification course of fire, field firing to 100 yards, and live fire malfunction clearance drills. A brief review of the topics and fundamentals of marksmanship from Defender I and move into more advanced drills. Students will continue to improve their carbine handling skills while reinforcing the fundamentals of marksmanship.
1 DAY | 8+ HRS
PREREQUISITES: DEFENDER I

DEFENDER II
EDC Basics will instill the skills necessary to safely carry, present and utilize proper handgun fundamentals from concealment. This course will combine various aspects of the Guardian I course with the added requisite of concealment. Various concealment systems and techniques will be discussed and demonstrated along with garment considerations and clearing techniques. Please note this is not a state concealed carry permit course.
1 DAY | 6 - 8 HRS
PREREQUISITES: NONE

EDC BASICS
The Church Safety & Security Program is designed to enhance the Church's threat policy effectiveness, proper threat response, and evaluate security personnel within your Church. Focusing on five main categories: Security Team Assessment, Security Response, Critical Policies, and Live Fire Training and Ministry.
2 DAYS | 16+ HRS
PREREQUISITES: NONE

CHURCH SECURITY
This is not a basic course! It is designed to give you the skills beyond your local CCW requirement. You will learn to quickly and accurately engage threats, during practical and realistic conceal carry. Students will increase their accuracy and speed through efficiency and economy of motion. Topics will include practical concealed carry, drawing from concealment, reloads, immediate action, barricades, flashlight techniques, moving and one-handed shooting.
1 DAY | 6 - 8 HRS
PREREQUISITES: EDC BASICS

EDC RESPONSE +
The Women's Pistol Course class is designed for women who are brand new pistol shooters. It will begin with the fundamentals of marksmanship, including safety, sight picture, and trigger press. Students will become familiar with loading, reloading, drawing from the holster, and engaging targets. Students will leave the class feeling confident in their understanding of how a pistol functions and how to shoot it safely. Women only.
1 DAY | 6 - 8 HRS
PREREQUISITES: NONE

WOMEN'S COURSE

NOT FINDING WHAT YOU'RE LOOKING FOR?
Reach out to us and see what personalized self-defense training plan we can offer you or your group.
A13Tactics delivers personalized Private Training sessions to help you achieve your self-defense goals. Tailored guidance, create by a certified self-defense instructor, to enhance your skills, from basic firearm safety to advanced tactics. Contact us to create a training plan that fits your needs and schedule.
Don't wait for something to happen to begin training.
BECOME PROACTIVE, NOT REACTIVE. TRAIN OFTEN & WIN THE FIGHT.