Basics of Pistol Shooting
Foundational safety, handling, and marksmanship for new and returning shooters.
NRA CERTPractical training for real pressure
Know what to do when it matters.
Choose the capability you want to build. We will help you identify the right starting point, train the fundamentals, and turn them into skills you can use under stress.
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Built around your starting pointBeginner-friendly through advanced, without ego.
Private and group optionsPrograms for individuals, couples, families, and teams.
Charleston and on-site nationwideTrain locally or bring HRT to your organization.
Start with the outcome
What do you need to be ready for?
Start with the result you want. Each training path connects a real-world need to the relevant courses and a direct way to ask questions.
FIREARMS TRAINING
Handle firearms safely and effectively
Foundations, defensive application, low-light work, and scenario training.
View firearms training → 02 / FAMILYGive your household a shared response plan
Home defense, medical response, evacuation, severe weather, and family coordination.
View Family ERT → 03 / PERSONAL SAFETYRecognize danger and get away safely
Practical self-defense, awareness, couples training, escape, and mindset.
View self-defense → 04 / COMMUNICATIONStay connected when normal systems fail
Meshtastic, LoRa nodes, neighborhood meshes, field deployment, and power.
View off-grid comms → 05 / ORGANIZATIONSPrepare your staff to respond professionally
Prevention, awareness, planning, audits, coordination, and response training.
View corporate programs → 06 / READINESSBuild practical capability around your life
Emergency kits, prepping, online security, wilderness skills, and instructor development.
View specialized courses →Defensive Handgun Series (Levels I–III)
Core fundamentals under time, scenario pressure, movement, and decision making.
Rifle & Carbine Fundamentals
Zeroing, practical positions, manipulations, and real-world application.
Low-Light / No-Light Engagement
White-light techniques, target identification, and judgment when visibility drops.
Scenario-Based Defensive Shooting
Context-driven repetitions that build judgment, communication, and confidence.
Force-on-Force (Simunitions / Airsoft)
High-fidelity scenarios for decision-making and movement in close quarters.
Home Defense Planning
Entry points, safe rooms, call-outs, and coordination plans tailored to your home.
Medical Emergencies & Trauma Response
Scene safety, bleeding control, tourniquets, pressure dressings, and patient handoff basics.
Fire Evacuation & Rally Points
Simple routes, backups, and accountability drills everyone can follow under stress.
Severe Weather & Disaster Preparedness
Storm preparation, sheltering, outage plans, and 72-hour kit essentials.
Active Threat (Home Invasion) Response
Immediate actions for the first 60 seconds and beyond, including communication and containment.
Child & Pet Safety in Crisis
Age-appropriate roles, mobility considerations, and safe handling for animals.
Home Security Setup Guidance
Layered security, sensors, lighting, cameras, and practical upgrades on any budget.
Practical Unarmed Self-Defense
Gross-motor tactics including strikes, frames, clinch escapes, and disengagement.
Everyday Carry & Improvised Tools
Legal considerations, carry setup, and contingencies when you do not have your kit.
Situational Awareness & Threat Recognition
Baseline versus anomaly, pre-attack indicators, and staying ahead of problems.
Couples-Defense Concepts
Communicate, move, fight together, create space, and escape safely under pressure.
Escape & Evasion (Urban & Rural)
Movement, hides, navigation without screens, and resource improvisation.
Defensive Mindset Development
Stress inoculation, decision frameworks, and after-action learning loops.
Intro to Meshtastic Networks
What Meshtastic is, how it works, and where it shines during outages and events.
Building & Configuring LoRa Nodes
Hardware selection, firmware, channels, and practical range planning.
Neighborhood Mesh Setup
Design a resilient local network with clear roles, relays, and procedures.
Field Deployment for Emergency Comms
Rapid setup, antenna placement, and terrain considerations for temporary operations.
Battery, Solar & Portable Power
Choose and maintain power systems for long-duration field use.
Workplace Violence Prevention
Policy, culture, and practical steps leaders can implement immediately.
Active Shooter Response
Staff briefings, tabletop exercises, drills, and full-spectrum exercises.
Employee Safety & Situational Awareness
Recognizing anomalies, setting boundaries, and escalation protocols.
Bar & Venue Security Audits
Site walk-throughs with prioritized fixes and training for front-line staff.
Event Safety & Staff Coordination
Pre-plan templates, roles, communications, and on-site support options.
Corporate Emergency Response Plans
Custom, actionable crisis playbooks with training and a maintenance schedule.
Bug-Out Bag Building Workshop
Right-sized kits for your region, budget, and family. No fluff.
Vehicle Emergency Kit Setup
Realistic kits for daily drivers and road trips, from flats to first aid.
Intro to Prepping & Emergency Planning
Food, water, power, and communications planning that is sustainable.
OSINT & Personal Security Online
Reduce your digital footprint, strengthen privacy, and protect your accounts.
Wilderness Survival & Navigation
Land navigation, shelter, fire, water, and signaling for day hikers to weekenders.
Instructor Development (HRT Franchise Program)
Teach the curriculum, manage safety, run evolutions, and grow your local team.
One simple next step
Not sure where to begin?
Tell HRT what you are trying to protect, what worries you most, and what experience you already have. The first conversation should end with a clear recommendation, not a sales pitch.
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A short intro call can identify the right course, private session, or custom training path.
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