Introduction to Defensive Pistol 9/11/25
2025-09-11 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States
Event description:
Intro to Defensive Pistol Course 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Intro to Defensive Pistol

Intro to Defensive Pistol -This is a two hour, non-shooting class and is the prerequisite to the Basic Defensive Pistol Course.

Required equipment:

Serviceable SEMI-AUTOMATIC handgun for concealed carry preferably 9mm or larger.
At least 3 spare magazines
Good quality holster for the handgun that will remain open after the firearm is drawn. Strong side hip holsters are advised, either inside the waist band or outside the waist band. No cross-draw or shoulder holsters please.
Good quality belt that will support the holster.
Good quality magazine pouch
Trousers ( pants for the ladies ) that have belt loops….for the belt
Concealment garment ( vest or jacket )
(5) dummy rounds of appropriate caliber to your chosen handgun. Please DO NOT get plastic ones they will not survive the class.

This is a SEMI-AUTOMATIC pistol ONLY class and is designed to introduce fundamental defensive pistol tactics that will be consistent with techniques taught in all of our Centerfire Courses. Continuity during training is essential to being able to perform in a high stress environment.

The class is held in our training room and will involve the use of UNLOADED firearms and support gear. The techniques taught in this class are based off of defensive tactics and real world gun handling skills. The subject matter is serious and the training can be physically demanding. Students must display the correct attitude towards safety and responsible use of their firearm at all times.

Other goals of this course are for the student to have an opportunity to “test” their support gear, concealment garment and holster BEFORE conducting live-fire exercises. It is extremely common for students to discover flaws in their carry method once they begin working with a holster, magazine pouch and from concealment. This class acts as an audition for the chosen firearm and support gear BEFORE moving on the Basic Defensive Pistol Course.

Required equipment:

Serviceable SEMI-AUTOMATIC handgun for concealed carry preferably 9mm or larger.
At least 3 spare magazines
Good quality holster for the handgun that will remain open after the firearm is drawn. Strong side hip holsters are advised, either inside the waist band or outside the waist band. No cross-draw or shoulder holsters please.
Good quality belt that will support the holster.
Good quality magazine pouch
Trousers ( pants for the ladies ) that have belt loops….for the belt
Concealment garment ( vest or jacket )
(5) dummy rounds of appropriate caliber to your chosen handgun. Please DO NOT get plastic ones they will not survive the class.

Ladies Only Intro to Firearms 2 9/17/25
2025-09-17 17:30 - 20:00 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States
Ladies Basic Intro to Handguns Part Two 5:30pm – 8:00pm

Ladies Basic Intro to Handguns part one is the prerequisite to this class and was designed to be the students first introduction to safe gun handling skills and the fundamentals of pistol shooting. Designed to be the sequel to the Free Ladies Basic Introduction to Handguns, this class begins with a safety review and quickly moves onto the range for live fire.
On the range and in the classroom the instructor will strive to cultivate a positive and encouraging learning environment while addressing all students’ questions or concerns. By the end of the class, students will have developed their understanding of stance, grip, breath control, sight alignment and trigger control, and be able to demonstrate the proper loading/unloading procedures for their particular firearm.
The primary goal for these two classes is to create confident and competent women shooters who can add to the fiber of Centerfire’s clientele and gain personal empowerment by participating in the shooting sports.
All range time and targets are provided by Centerfire.
The student is required to provide a handgun, or rent one from Centerfire, and at least 30 rounds of ammunition. Eye and hearing protection will be provided.

***NO LIVE AMMUNITION IS ALLOWED IN THE CLASSROOM***

Bring your own gun or try one of our many Rental Firearms.
Ladies Shoot 1/2 Price on Wednesdays . Please register for the firearms course if you would like to attend.

Defensive Pistol Practice 10/7/25
2025-10-07 17:30 - 19:00 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States
Defensive Pistol Range Practice 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

This Defensive Pistol Practice is open to any student who has successfully completed Defensive Pistol.
This range time session will reinforce concepts covered in the Defensive Pistol Course.

Prerequisites: Defensive Pistol Course
Cost: $30.00 Must Register and Pay Online

Ladies Only Intro to Firearms 1 10/8/25
2025-10-08 18:00 - 19:30 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States
This course is from 6:00pm – 7:30pm
This class is a ladies only basic introduction to firearms safety, gun handling skills and the fundamentals of pistol shooting. Ladies are encouraged to invite sisters, daughters and girlfriends as this class is designed to be a fun and empowering experience. Even though there is no shooting involved in this class, students are encouraged to bring a handgun with them as the instructor will be sure to answer any questions about specific handguns and also have the students demonstrate safe gun handling skills using UNLOADED firearms. Each student will receive a $15 voucher good towards a firearm rental or a range fee.
This course is the prerequisite to Ladies Basic Introduction to Handgun Shooting, a fee-based class which begins with a safety briefing and quickly moves out to the range for live fire.
***NO LIVE AMMUNITION IS ALLOWED IN THE CLASSROOM***

Bring your own gun or try one of our many Rental Firearms.

Basic Pistol Shooting Course 10/13/25
2025-10-13 17:30 - 21:30 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States
Basic Pistol Shooting Course 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Basic Pistol Shooting Course – This course is geared to the novice shooter. This class is recommended for those shooters who want to improve their shooting skills. The course begins with a review of firearm safety, range rules, shooting terminology, and moves quickly into shooting skills development. Classroom demonstrations, lectures, and drills will be utilized to ensure the students understanding of the shooting fundamentals. On the range the instructor will combine the classroom drills with live fire exercises developed to improve the students shooting. Each student will be evaluated for their understanding of grip, sight picture, trigger and breath control, and stance. Each student will be required to demonstrate the proper loading, unloading and immediate action drills for their particular firearm.
***FIREARMS BROUGHT FOR USE DURING QUALIFICATION MUST BE UNLOADED (INCLUDING MAGAZINES) and CONTAINED WITHIN A HOLSTER, CASE or BAG, with AMMO BOXES CLEARLY LABLED WITH THE STUDENTS NAME. When the student arrives they will check in at the registers and leave their ammo behind the front counter, all UNLOADED and HOLSTERED/CASED firearms are welcome in the classroom.***
*NO LIVE AMMUNITION IS ALLOWED IN THE CLASSROOM*

All instruction materials, range time, and targets are provided by Centerfire.
The student is required to provide a handgun, or rent one from Centerfire, and at least 50 rounds of ammunition. Eye and hearing protection will be provided.
All graduates receive a Certificate of Completion

Ladies Only Intro to Firearms 2 10/15/25
2025-10-15 17:30 - 20:00 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States

Introduction to Defensive Pistol 10/16/25
2025-10-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States

Defensive Pistol Practice 11/4/25
2025-11-04 17:30 - 19:00 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States

Ladies Only Intro to Firearms 1 11/5/25
2025-11-05 18:00 - 19:30 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States

Basic Pistol Shooting Course 11/10/25
2025-11-10 17:30 - 21:30 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States

Defensive Pistol 1 Shooting 11/11/25 & 11/19/25
2025-11-11 17:30 - 2025-11-19 21:30 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States
This is a 2 Day Course
Day 1 Classroom – 5:30PM to 9:30PM
Day 2 Range – 5:30PM to 9:30PM

Basic Defensive Pistol -This is an 8 hour course limited to 8 students. This is a high intensity course that involves the use of advanced handgun skills! Students must complete the Into to Defensive Pistol Course or comparable training PRIOR to signing up for this class. The primary goal of this course is to develop the defensive knowledge, skills, and attitude essential to surviving a lethal threat or confrontation. Instruction is presented in 5 lessons: Safety and Range Etiquette Review; Defensive Shooting Techniques; Defensive Loading Considerations and Techniques; Draw to the Ready Position; and Use of the Ready Position.
The course is designed for SEMI-AUTOMATIC pistols ONLY and will include both classroom presentations and live fire range exercises. A combination of Dry Practice, Shooting Drills covering – singles, pairs, and failure/malfunctions, Cadence of Fire, and Weapon Retention, will help instill the “Defensive Mindset” in the graduates.

Required equipment:

Serviceable SEMI-AUTOMATIC handgun for concealed carry preferably 9mm or larger.
At least 3 spare magazines
Good quality holster for the handgun that will remain open after the firearm is drawn. Strong side hip holsters are advised, either inside the waist band or outside the waist band. No cross-draw or shoulder holsters please.
Good quality belt that will support the holster.
Good quality magazine pouch
300 rounds of quality ammunition for the handgun.
Billed cap
Eye protection
Hearing protection
Trousers ( pants for the ladies ) that have belt loops….for the belt
Long sleeved shirts with snug collars are recommended
Concealment garment ( vest or jacket )
(5) dummy rounds of appropriate caliber to your chosen handgun. Please DO NOT get plastic ones they will not survive the class.

Ladies Only Intro to Firearms 2 11/12/25
2025-11-12 17:30 - 20:00 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States

Introduction to Defensive Pistol 11/13/25
2025-11-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States

Defensive Pistol Practice 12/2/25
2025-12-02 17:30 - 19:00 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States

Ladies Only Intro to Firearms 1 12/3/25
2025-12-03 18:00 - 19:30 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States

Basic Pistol Shooting Course 12/8/25
2025-12-08 17:30 - 21:30 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States

Ladies Only Intro to Firearms 2 12/10/25
2025-12-10 17:30 - 20:00 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States

Defensive Pistol Practice 1/6/26
2026-01-06 17:30 - 19:00 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States

Ladies Only Intro to Firearms 1 1/7/26
2026-01-07 18:00 - 19:30 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States

Basic Pistol Shooting Course 1/12/26
2026-01-12 17:30 - 21:30 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States

Ladies Only Intro to Firearms 2 1/14/26
2026-01-14 17:30 - 20:00 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States

Introduction to Defensive Pistol 1/15/26
2026-01-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States

Defensive Pistol 1 Shooting 1/20/26 & 1/27/26
2026-01-20 17:30 - 2026-01-27 21:30 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States

Defensive Pistol Practice 2/3/26
2026-02-03 17:30 - 19:00 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States

Basic Pistol Shooting Course 2/9/26
2026-02-09 17:30 - 21:30 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States

Defensive Rifle Practice 2/10/26
2026-02-10 17:30 - 19:00 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States
Defensive Rifle Range Practice 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

This Defensive Pistol Practice is open to any student who has successfully completed Defensive Rifle.
This range time session will reinforce concepts covered in the Defensive Rifle Course.

Prerequisites: Defensive Rifle Course
Cost: $30.00 Must Register and Pay Online

Ladies Only Intro to Firearms 1 2/11/26
2026-02-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States

Introduction to Defensive Pistol 2/12/26
2026-02-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States

Ladies Only Intro to Firearms 2 2/18/26
2026-02-18 17:30 - 20:00 | Centerfire Shooting Sports, 875 North Jan Mar Court, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States

Practical Application of Trauma Techniques 2/26/26
2026-02-26 17:30 - 20:30 | KS
Practical Application of Trauma Techniques (PATTs) is a 3-hour course. The primary goal of this course is to educate the students about the most common traumas likely to be seen while conducting firearms shooting and training and how to handle them. Throughout the class students will learn about gear that they can carry and how to use it properly. Furthermore, there will be information about current medical options to treat gunshot wound and other firearm-related trauma.
After a brief PowerPoint explaining the equipment and its usage; the course will turn into practical (hands-on) stations where students will conduct exercises themselves. Practical stations will be using real-world experience to develop the scenarios.
The stations will include, but not be limited to:

Application of tourniquets on both arm and leg
Application of chest seals
Application of hemostatic agents
Application of Nasopharyngeal airways
Application of needle decompression
Scenario based situations using equipment available

Equipment Requirements:

Equipment required to conduct course will be provided
Students should bring pen and paper for note taking
Use of fake blood may get on clothing, adjust accordingly
Recommended that students bring their own medical equipment for evaluation
Similar equipment used will likely be available for purchase

Students will receive a 20% discount on trauma and first aid products the day of the class.
