• Hosted Premium Instruction & Training

    We host instructors from outside of Montana who offer nationally recognized courses of instruction, not normally available to our fellow Montanans. These instructors come with a significant resume and their training can be critical to your legal defense, if you are forced into a deadly force self-defense situation. HOST DOES NOT PROFIT FROM HOSTING THESE FELLOW PROFESSIONALS.

  • Sabre Red Instructor Pepper Spray Class

    by Matt Mallory of PS & ED

    May 15, 2021 (Saturday) $300

    8am - 6pm

     

    Location: Class hosted by Freddie Merc's Gun Wercs (Will Parker) at 5050 US Hwy 2 W, Kila, MT

    Please direct all questions to host - contact information: 406-407-6662 or will@fmgw.net

     

    What to bring:

    • Note taking materials (laptop ok)
    • Warming layer (fleece/sweatshirt)
    • Lunch, Snacks, Beverages

     

    About Guest Instructor Matt Mallory:

    Founder and Lead Instructor of PS & ED, Matthew J. Mallory, is a U.S. Army veteran and a highly experienced firearms instructor whose passion for weapons and self-defense began at a very young age. Currently, Matt works as a sworn New York State Law Enforcement Officer, firearms instructor (USCCA, NRA, UTM, Utah, and New York), self-defense instructor (NY, TASER, ASP, Safariland, and Sabre Red), and gun store owner. He teaches more than 60 different firearms and self-defense courses, over 200 times each year, to many thousands of students all over the country. He has also traveled the county working as a brand ambassador and pro staff for many companies (USCCA, Laser Ammo, Shooter’s Technology Group, Mantis, and Angel Armor). His over 35 years of vast experience and passion for teaching ensures that his courses are educational and highly entertaining.

     

    Fun Facts: Matt applied to be on both the TV shows Top Shot and The Apprentice and was the creator of the Top Shots at OCC event. As a side note, Matt was the first USCCA Training Counselor (Train-the-Trainer) as well as the first TASER Civilian Instructor to be certified in New York State.

     

    Matt’s experience with weapons and personal protection began at a very young age while growing up in the small Village of Cayuga, NY. He started honing his skills with BB/pellet guns/pistols, re-curve bows and arrows, blowguns, knives, hatchets, machetes, sling shots and even spears while frog gigging.

     

    Additional Bio here: https://psanded.com/about/matt/

     

    This class has been POST Accredited.

  • Sabre Red Pepper Spray Class

    by Matt Mallory of PS & ED

    May 16, 2021 (Sunday) $80

    8am - 12pm (Morning Option)

    1pm - 5pm (Afternoon Option)

    There are criminals on the streets that want to do you harm! Are you prepared to defend yourself? Are you not yet ready to use a gun for personal protection? Or would you simply like to complement your current firearm with another powerful, safe and effective self-defense tool? One great, less-than-lethal option for you may be Oleoresin Capsicum (OC), more commonly known as pepper spray. Extracted from peppers, OC spray irritates the eyes to cause tears, pain, and temporary blindness. Learn the best ways to use pepper spray to stop and escape dangerous threats.

     

    Note: You will NOT be exposed to active pepper spray in this course!

     

    This course is run by law enforcement instructors certified by New York DCJS/MPTC, Safariland, and Sabre Red. Practice is conducted with water-filled inert practice sprays at static targets, and in advanced skills training at instructors during a simulated attack. Each student will receive 3 water-filled inert practice canisters, a defense spray with quick-release key ring, a certificate of completion, hands-on training, classroom time, and more.

     

     

    Learn the safety mindset and adopt the tools to protect yourself and your family. You’ll participate in hands on training to help prepare you to escape a dangerous threat. Become proficient and accurate when using your pepper spray by deploying Water Filled, Inert Practice Sprays at Static Targets. Advance your skills by deploying the Practice Spray at your instructor during a simulated attack! BE SMART – BE READY – BE SAFE!

     

    Students will be exposed to four (4) hours of Safety Awareness Information, Tips, Skills and Techniques within an intimate and fun atmosphere. Class sizes are limited allowing the instructor to critique your performance and provide important feedback.

    Each student will receive: Civilian Safety Awareness Manual, 3 Water Filled Inert Practice Canisters, Defense Spray with Quick Release Key Ring, Survivor Skills for Smart Living, a Certificate of Completion, Classroom Time, and Hands On Training.

     

    Location: Class hosted by Will Parker at 5050 US Hwy 2 W, Kila, MT

    Please direct all questions to host - contact information: 406-407-6662 or will@fmgw.net

    Registration: https://psanded.com/courses/defense/oc/

     

    What to bring:

    • Comfortable Clothing
    • Snacks

     

    About Guest Instructor Matt Mallory:

    Founder and Lead Instructor of PS & ED, Matthew J. Mallory, is a U.S. Army veteran and a highly experienced firearms instructor whose passion for weapons and self-defense began at a very young age. Currently, Matt works as a sworn New York State Law Enforcement Officer, firearms instructor (USCCA, NRA, UTM, Utah, and New York), self-defense instructor (NY, TASER, ASP, Safariland, and Sabre Red), and gun store owner. He teaches more than 60 different firearms and self-defense courses, over 200 times each year, to many thousands of students all over the country. He has also traveled the county working as a brand ambassador and pro staff for many companies (USCCA, Laser Ammo, Shooter’s Technology Group, Mantis, and Angel Armor). His over 35 years of vast experience and passion for teaching ensures that his courses are educational and highly entertaining.

     

    Fun Facts: Matt applied to be on both the TV shows Top Shot and The Apprentice and was the creator of the Top Shots at OCC event. As a side note, Matt was the first USCCA Training Counselor (Train-the-Trainer) as well as the first TASER Civilian Instructor to be certified in New York State.

     

    Matt’s experience with weapons and personal protection began at a very young age while growing up in the small Village of Cayuga, NY. He started honing his skills with BB/pellet guns/pistols, re-curve bows and arrows, blowguns, knives, hatchets, machetes, sling shots and even spears while frog gigging.

     

    Additional Bio here: https://psanded.com/about/matt/

  • Essential Low Light Long Gun Skills

    by Bruce Cartwright of SAC Tactical

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    October 28, 2023 (Saturday) 2:30pm - 11pm $200.00

    This is a single day (8 hour) class designed to teach the fundamentals of fighting in low or reduced light with a defensive handgun. Topics that are focused on are:

    • Safety Concerns in lowlight environments.
    • Use of weapon mounted lights on shoulder arms.
    • Transition to handgun.
    • Search techniques using handheld flashlights.
    • Realities of fighting at night.
    • Live Fire skill drills.
    • Ballistic realities in the lowlight environment.

    REGISTER using the button below.

     

    No Incendiary/armor piercing/steel or aluminum casing - Bring FMJ Brass.

     

    Equipment Needs: Shotgun or zeroed pistol caliber carbine with tactical sling. NO 223/7.62/308 caliber weapons. Will be addressed upon registration.

     

    Round Count: 300+ shotgun/pistol caliber carbine (9/40/45 only) + 50 handgun. Brass Case PCC/handgun ammo ONLY.

  • 1911 Build Class

    by Matt Gish (FBI Master Pistolsmith)

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    Septemper 25-29, 2023 (Mon-Fri) 8:30am - 5pm

    SAC Tactical and Freddie Merc's are hosting a 1911 Armorer’s Course taught by nationally known pistolsmith, Matt Gish. In this 40 hour class, Matt teaches students how to fit a 1911 Government Model pistol from parts. Each student will learn under Matt’s expert tutelage and will leave class with a reliable, accurate 1911 that you fitted together.

     

    Matt’s background includes:

    • 1988: Graduate of the Colorado School of Trades
    • 1985 to 1991: The Gun Room, Colorado-sales & gunsmithing
    • 1991 to 1993: Springfield Custom Shop
    • 1993 to 1996: Lead pistolsmith for Les Baer, Inc.
    • 1996 to 2008: Proprieter of Pro-Gun, Inc.
    • 2008 to present: FBI/CRG Gunsmith
    • 2008 to Present: Lead FBI gunsmith for Hostage Rescue Team and SWAT.

     

    No Incendiary/armor piercing/steel or aluminum casing - Bring FMJ Brass.

    Round Count and Equipment Needs: A specific equipment list will be provided to each student upon registration.

     

    Pricing for this class is $2,875 total:
    $1,375 for 1911 parts kit AND $1,500 for tuition

  • Defensive Handgun

    by Michael Seeklander of Shooting-Performance and American Warrior Society

    and Current IDPA World Champion

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    August 14 & 15, 2021 (Saturday & Sunday) 9am - 5pm $415.00

    Course Description: This course is a piece of my total training system that reinforces the techniques covered in my book Your Defensive Handgun Training Program. The program will take your shooting to the next level. The full training system is like nothing else available today, focusing on not only the execution of skills but in the critical process to properly train those skills and subsequently improve your results. This class INCLUDES a downloadable version of the training drill AND videos for you to follow in your training once you have graduated class. Self-defense context is also thoroughly covered in this program, defining the distance related concepts of a fight with a handgun. This course is ideal for anyone who carries a handgun for combative (self-defense) purposes, and will benefit both the novice as well as experienced shooters. It is the pre-requisite course for those wishing to take other Shooting-Performance advanced handgun courses. This course includes a free video download of all of the essential drills!

     

    Class Learning Objectives:

    • Principles of Adult Learning
    • Heart Rate Management /Combat Breathing
    • Self Defense Observe, Orient, and Defend Principles
    • Mental Preparation for the Fight
    • Physical Preparation for the Fight
    • Legal Preparation for the Fight
    • Principles of an Effective Training Program
    • Carry Gear and Firearm Setup
    • Principles of Dry Fire Training (manipulation training)
    • Principles of the Firing Cycle (high performance marksmanship)
    • Live Fire Micro and Macro Drills (firing cycle)
    • Low Light Handgun Operation (practical application limited by the range)
    • Concepts of a Proper Live Fire Training Session

    Required Gear:

    • Serviceable handgun and magazines (2-3) or speed loaders (2-3)
    • Handgun carry gear (we recommend your daily carry holster and gear)
    • 800 rounds of ammunition *Note, this is an estimated quantity due to the unique flexibility of the program, students may shoot more or less
    • 10 rounds of dummy ammunition (your caliber)
    • Concealing garment (if you carry concealed)
    • Firearms rated eye protection
    • Electronic hearing protection
    • Personal comfort items (chair, water, snacks, sunscreen, etc.)

  • Defensive Handgun

    by John Farnam of Defense Training International

    August 15-16, 2020 (Saturday & Sunday) $725.00

    Group rates:
    4-5 students = $50 off per student
    6+ students = $100 off per student

    The DTI Defensive Handgun Course is designed to prepare the responsible, adult gun owner to handle, maintain, safely store, and use their firearm safely, responsibly, correctly, and effectively, so that they are able to successfully handle nearly any personal protection situation.

    An increasing number of people are seeking to improve their defensive shooting skills and expand their knowledge about the use of firearms for personal protection.

    Here in the United States, many states are currently expanding access to concealed carry permits. DTI classes offer permit holders and those who are considering applying for a permit an opportunity to learn how to properly and safely carry a concealed handgun and to understand the laws regarding the use of lethal force for personal protection.

    The course will consist of classroom lecture/demonstration and live-fire exercises on the range.

    Classroom instruction includes:

    • Situation Awareness
    • Threat Evaluation
    • The Force Continuum
    • Courtroom Savvy
    • The Physio/Psychological Aspects of Lethal Encounters

    Live-fire exercises on the range include:

    • Threat evaluation
    • Risk identification and reduction
    • Lethal threat containment and management
    • Precision shooting
    • Discretionary shooting
    • Low-light shooting (with and without a flashlight)
    • Cover and movement
    • Performing under stress

    Tactical training is conducted in a realistic manner, stressing correct use of cover, movement, challenges, and other important individual tactics. In addition, students will practice close and extremely close encounters and weapon control.
    This two day course is usually offered on a weekend with a low light shooting session at the end of the first day.

  • Dark Angel Medical

    Direct Action Response Training (DART)

    The Time to Learn to Use Your Personal Trauma Kit is Not When You or Someone Else is Bleeding Out!

    August 17-18, 2019 $420.00

    Freddie Merc's has a discount code for this class, please contact to receive.

    Sign-up here: http://darkangelmedical.com/kila-mt-17-18-august-2019

    When life expectancy is measured in seconds and help is minutes away, will you know what to do? Like we always say, "The time chooses you. Will you be ready?"

    Direct Action Response Training fills a niche between military self-aid/buddy care training and civilian EMS training and is geared towards those with little to no medical training or background. It provides the student with critical, need-to-know information, which can be utilized in a myriad of situations and stresses the ‘you don’t know what you don’t know’ principle as well as our own principle of “Simplicity Under Stress”.

     

    The course is 2 days in length with a total of 16 hours of classroom work to include slide presentations, videos, question and answer sessions and hands-on practical skills application.

     

    D.A.R.T. is approved for 16 hours of continuing education units for Nationally Registered EMT's and Paramedics. Course number will be printed on certificates. If you require these hours, please enter your National Registry number and certification expiration date in the "Order Notes" section during checkout so that credit will be received.

     

    Direct Action Response Training will also count for certification in B-CON through the American College of Surgeons.

    A manual and all training aids will be provided.


    A D.A.R.K. (Direct Action Response Kit) may also be purchased at a discounted price at time of enrollment.

     

     

    Be Mentally Prepared
    • Physiological and Psychological reactions to environmental stress
    • The importance of having the proper Combat Mindset
    • Basic Anatomy and Physiology of life-sustaining systems
     
    Stop the Bleeding and Start the Breathing
    • H, A, B, C’s—Hemorrhage, Airway, Breathing and Circulation
    • Basic and Advanced Airway management -treating and monitoring tension pneumothorax, sucking chest wound and flail chest
    • Basic First Aid and Advanced wound care
    • Application of Bandages, Hemostatic Agents, and Tourniquets
     
    Prepare for the Worst
    • Response to active shooter situations
    • Proper use of cover and cover vs. concealment
    • Casualty recovery in an Active Shooter situation
    • Mass casualty triage procedure
    • Emergency Medical Dialect/Lingo (911 protocol, cooperation with LE, Fire and EMS and First Responders)

     

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