Concealed Carry Fundamentals

The Concealed Carry Fundamentals Course teaches the essential skills needed to safely and responsibly carry a concealed handgun. Students will learn safe carry practices, defensive shooting fundamentals, and the mindset required for responsible everyday carry.

Course Overview

The Concealed Carry Fundamentals Course is designed for individuals who want to safely and responsibly carry a handgun for personal protection. This course focuses on the practical skills, safety considerations, and mindset required for concealed carry in everyday life.

Students will learn how to safely carry, draw, and manage a concealed handgun while maintaining strong firearm safety habits. Through structured instruction and live-fire training, participants will develop a deeper understanding of defensive shooting fundamentals and responsible firearm ownership.

This course emphasizes safe handling, situational awareness, and sound decision-making to help students build confidence in their ability to responsibly carry a firearm.

Key skills covered

• Safe concealed carry practices
• Drawing from concealment fundamentals
• Defensive shooting basics
• Situational awareness and threat recognition
• Responsible firearm handling under stress

What You’ll Learn

Learn how to safely carry and manage a concealed handgun while maintaining proper firearm safety practices.

What You’ll Learn

Develop the basic skills required to safely draw from concealment and engage targets effectively.

What You’ll Learn

Understand the mindset, awareness, and responsibility required for carrying a firearm in daily life.

What's Included?

• Live-fire instruction
• Safety and readiness coaching
• One-on-one corrections
• Equipment advice
• Certification (as applicable)

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Equipment & Gear

Firearm

• Clean defensive handgun
• Magazines for gun
• Magazine pouch (optional)
• Rigid holster (Kydex, etc.)

Safety Gear

• Eye protection
• Ear protection
• Close-toed outdoor shoes
• Brimmed cap

Ammo & Extras

• Ammunition (xxx–xxx rounds)
• Weather-appropriate clothing
• Beverage to stay hydrated
• Snacks as you wish
• Other gear as you wish

YOUR INSTRUCTOR

This course is taught by members of the Intrepid Instructor Team. All instructors follow the same curriculum, safety standards, and one-on-one coaching approach you see across the Academy.

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R. Ian Davis

Chief Instructor

USCCA / NRA / CMP / UTM / SABRE Certified Instructor
USCCA Training Counselor

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Cristian Dlesk

Associate Instructor

USCCA Certified Instructor

Ian Warren

Ian Warren

Adjunct Instructor

USCCA Certified Instructor

Intrepid Firearms Academy Instructor

Richard Saphore

Adjunct Instructor

USCCA / NRA Certified Instructor

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Toni J. Davis, ESQ.

Adjunct Instructor

USCCA Certified Instructor

Ready To Train ?

If this course is the right next step for you, choose how you'd like to move forward.

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