Critical Carry Skills
Schedule
Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Greenport Tactical Association - GTA | Canton, OH
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Critical Carry Skills For That Critical Moment in Your Life
Definition of Critical: Exercising careful judgment; a decisive turning point; the point at which everything changes. INDISPENSABLE. VITAL. CRUCIAL.
This is not range practice. This is life-saving skill training– for the skills that decide who PREVAILS.
Course Overview
2-Day Intensive | Pro-Level Instruction | Zero Compromise
Once the fight is forced upon you, there is no second place. You must win.
This course arms you with THE Critical Carry Skills and mindset required to prevail during a life and death incident. Taught by Real World experienced professionals, every drill is engineered to transform deliberate actions into instinctive, efficient responses.
If you demand speed, precision, and the ability to operate your handgun like an extension of you– this is your course.
Subjects Covered
Firearm safety & handling under stress
Legal use of force (Article 35 – NY deadly force law)
Verbal commands that de-escalate or dominate
Drawstroke refinement – from concealment to first-shot impact
Precision trigger control at speed
Immediate action drills for malfunctions
Tactical & emergency reloads
Shooting while moving – forward, lateral, retreat
Armed lifestyle integration
Gear selection, placement, and optimization
Cognitive processing under duress
One-handed shooting skills
Engagements at varied distances
And more
This course is designed to develop YOU into a more skilled, more capable, and more aware CCW-er. You WILL be better, faster, and more accurate by the end of this course.
Required Equipment
Semi-auto handgun in defensive caliber (9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP)
Strong-side belt holster (waist-mounted preferred) IWB, AIWB permitted
A belt or secure holster mounting system (ie: Engima, etc)
Minimum 3 magazines + holder
Eye & ear protection
Brimmed hat
800-1000 rounds of quality factory ammunition
Weather-appropriate clothing & sturdy footwear
Water, lunch, snacks
Sunscreen, bug spray, etc.
NOTE: As of 4/4/2012, ANY holster requiring the trigger finger to release the firearm (e.g., Blackhawk SERPA) is prohibited in all Rochester Personal Defense, LLC courses and events. Details: safeinrochester.com/serpa.php
***Unfortunately, due to safety risks, no Sig P320 pistols or variants can be used during this course.***
Club Use Fee: $40 – payable on Day 1 to club contact or lead instructor.
Prerequisites (Non-Negotiable)
Valid Pistol Permit or proof of legal firearm possession
Proof of completion of a basic CCW/fundamental course
Total comfort and familiarity with your handgun This is not a beginner course. You must already know your firearm.
Enroll Today
Secure your edge. Because when the moment comes, critical isn’t optional.
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Where is it happening?
Greenport Tactical Association - GTA, 5169 Greenport Ave SE, Canton, OH 44707-1717, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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