The Defensive Options Group is a professional firearms training organization committed to providing individuals with the necessary skills for defense against a lethal threat that they may be confident in their ability and have the essential mindset to handle such a situation.
We offer realistic training courses to law enforcement, corporate security groups and the private sector. The Options Group offers firearms training programs for both the individual officer as well as the special operations and entry teams.
The Defensive Options Group is a professional firearms training organization committed to providing individuals with the necessary skills for defense against a lethal threat and have the essential mindset to handle such a situation.
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Some classes may fill well in advance. We cannot confirm your space in a class until we have both your deposit and application.
Please read this application thoroughly and provide all requested information. We must have completed application, deposit for one half the tuition cost, and a copy of current driver?s license. For Level II and Advanced Level Courses, we require a copy of your concealed carry license, proof of law enforcement or military profession or documentation demonstrating proof of law abiding citizenship.
Course requested: __________________________ Class Date: __/__/__
I enclose my deposit of 50% of course tuition to reserve my space in the class. (Reservation fee is due upon submission of application with the remainder of the fees due 14 days in advance of the class desired.) I will pay the balance upon registration. (If I must cancel out of a class, I will notify you at least fifteen days prior to beginning of class date. My deposit will be credited towards a future class. If I give less than fifteen days notice is given, I will forfeit my deposit.)
I agree to abide meticulously by any and all safety procedures required of me. I understand that my instruction may be terminated at any time during the course if I fail to cooperate with safety requirements. I further agree to sign a statement releasing the Defensive Options Group LLC from responsibility for any injury I may sustain during the training program.
In signing this application, I certify that I have never been convicted of any crime, at any time, in any jurisdiction. I further understand that any training I may receive from Defensive Options Group LLC shall only be used for defense against lethal threats.
Signature: ___________________________
Send the completed application with deposit to: The Options Group LLC, 6620 Whipporwill Ct. Road, Montgomery AL 36117.
Generally, 8-hour coursework is $250.00 and 16-hour coursework is $400.00. Each coursework description has its tuition fee listed below the title.
Does the Options Group teach private classes to individuals only?
The Defensive Options group can custom design a program to fit either the individual OR a group. Just call 334.239.8276 and let Doug know your particular needs - he will design curriculum that is tailor made to address your defensive concerns - whether private or group.
What do I need to bring with me?
A complete listing of necessary and recommended equipment is summarized under the description of each class. Other recommended but not mandatory supplies might include:
* a hydration system or bottled water
* sunscreen
* Weather appropriate clothing, i.e. hats, jackets, rain gear, etc.,
Our programs can be an asset in the battle to stretch your training dollar by offering the most value for the investment made in each officer or team member. All programs meet the Alabama Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission requirements for continuing education and can be custom tailored to meet the needs of your department or agency.
Our team of professional instructors can develop a program for you and bring that program to your facility. This saves on travel, lodging and overtime cover- age expense while keeping your officers available in the unlikely event that they need to be called back into service. As more departments and agencies are faced with shrinking budgets, it becomes imperative that each allocate those monies available in the most efficient manner possible. Each department head or purchasing supervisor must take great care to insure that every service or item of equipment that is received is the best value for the tax dollars spent.
Services offered include: work place and home security risk evaluations, personal security escorts, private firearms instruction for clients and their families and a full schedule of training courses for handgun, carbine, shotgun and rifle.
As more departments and agencies are faced with shrinking budgets, it becomes imperative that each allocate those monies available in the most efficient manner possible. Each department head or purchasing supervisor must take great care to insure that every service or item of equipment that is received is the best value for the tax dollars spent.
The Options Group offers firearms training programs for both the individual officer as well as the special operations and entry teams. Our programs can be an asset in the battle to stretch your training dollar by offering the most value for the investment made in each officer or team member. All programs meet the Alabama Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission requirements for continuing education and can be custom tailored to meet the needs of your department or agency.
Our team of professional instructors can develop a program for you and bring that program to your facility. This saves on travel, lodging and overtime cover- age expense while keeping your officers available in the unlikely event that they need to be called back into service.
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Practical Handgun
Duration: 8 hours Tuition: $250
PRACTICAL HANDGUN is an eight hour course intended to provide the fundamentals for using the handgun for personal defense. Students will be introduced to:
Proper Weapon Safety
Gun-Handling Skills
Marksmanship
Shooting Techniques for Defense from a Lethal Threat
This course is appropriate for those shooters who are beginners or experienced
Equipment Requirements:
Handgun
Belt Holster
Magazine or Speed Loader Pouch
Minimum 3 Magazines or Speed Loaders
Eye and Ear Protection are Mandatory
250 Rounds of Ammunition
DEFENSIVE HANDGUN is a sixteen hour course designed to build on the techniques learned in a Level I course. Students will be introduced to: * Three Dimensional Targets
* Use of Cover
* Use of Supported Shooting Positions
* Shooting While Moving
* Introduction to Flashlight Techniques for Low Light Training Included
This course is appropriate for shooters who are experienced with handguns
Equipment Requirements:
Equipment Requirements:
* Same as Level I Classes
* Quality Flashlight
* Knee and Elbow Pads Recommended
* Eye and Ear Protection are Mandatory
* 500 Rounds of Ammunition
The Defensive Options Group offers this eight-hour course for ladies from novice through experienced with handguns. This course is intended to provide women with fundamentals for using the handgun for personal defense. Students will be introduced to: * proper weapon safety
* gun-handling techniques
* marksmanship skills and
* shooting techniques for defense from a lethal threat
This course is divided into two sessions - a classroom discussion and a range session.
Equipment Requirements:
* Handgun
* Belt and holster
* Magazine or speed loader pouch
* Minimum 3 magazines or speed loaders
* Eye and ear protection are mandatory
* 200 rounds of ammunition.
SPECIALTY HANDGUN is is offered by invitation to those clients who have trained extensively with the Options Group. Custom tailored curriculum is designed by the instructors to meet the needs of participating clientele.
Interest and questions may be directed to the Options Group at 334.239.8276 or by email at training@optionsgroup.org .
PRACTICAL CARBINE is an eight-hour course intended to provide the student the fundamentals for using the carbine for defense.
Students will be introduced to:
* proper weapon safety,
* gun-handling skills as well as,
* marksmanship and shooting techniques to precisely engage targets from 3 yards and beyond.
This course is appropriate for those shooters who are beginners or experienced
Equipment Requirements:
* AR-15, Mini-14 or other quality carbine with carry strap
* Minimum 3 magazines
* 300 rounds of ammunition
* Eye and ear protection are mandatory
* Handgun
* Holster
* 50 rounds of ammunition
* Knee pads are recommended.
PRACTICAL RIFLE is an eight-hour course intended to provide the student the fundamentals for using the bolt action rifle for defense.
Students will be introduced to:
* proper weapon safety,
* gun-handling skills as well as,
* marksmanship and shooting techniques to precisely engage targets from 3 yards and beyond.
This course is appropriate for those shooters who are beginners or experienced
Equipment Requirements:
* Quality, bolt action rifle with low power scope or iron sights and carry strap
* 300 rounds of ammunition
* Eye and ear protection are mandatory
* Handgun and holster
* 50 rounds of ammunition
* Knee pads are recommended.
DEFENSIVE CARBINE is a sixteen hour course designed to build on the techniques from a Level I course. This course will increase the ability of the student to:
* Use supported shooting positions
* targets through the use of cover
* Shoot while moving
* Utilize three dimensional targets
* Be introduced to flashlight techniques
* Equipment Requirements:
* Same as Level I classes plus
* Quality Flashlight
* Clear Eye Protection and ear protection REQUIRED
SPECIALTY CARBINE is offered by invitation to those clients who have trained extensively with the Options Group. Custom tailored curriculum is designed by the instructors to meet the needs of participating clientele.
Interest and questions may be directed to the Options Group at 334.239.8276 or by email at training@optionsgroup.org .
PRACTICAL SHOTGUN is an eight hour course intended to provide the fundamentals for using the shotgun for personal defense. Students will be introduced to:
Proper Weapon Safety
Gun-Handling Skills
Marksmanship
Shooting Techniques to precisely engage targets from 3 yards and beyond.
This course is appropriate for those shooters who are beginners or experienced
Equipment Requirements:
Semi-auto or pump action shotgun with carrying strap
25 rounds slugs
200 rounds birdshot
24 rounds buckshot
Eye and Ear Protection are Mandatory; kneepads are recommended
Handgun, holster, 50 rounds ammo
LOW LIGHT HANDGUN is an eight hour course intended to provide the fundamentals for using the handgun for personal defense in ambient light conditions.
Students will be introduced to:
Proper Weapon Safety
Gun-Handling Skills
Marksmanship
Flashlight Techniques for Defense in low/ambient light conditions.
This course is appropriate for those shooters who have completed Practical Handgun.
Equipment Requirements:
Handgun
Belt and Holster
Quality, hand-held flashlight
Magazine or Speed Loader Pouch
Minimum 3 Magazines or Speed Loaders
Eye and Ear Protection are Mandatory
300 Rounds of Ammunition
HANDGUN - CARBINE COMBO is offered by invitation to those clients who have trained extensively with the Options Group. Custom tailored curriculum is designed by the instructors to meet the needs of participating clientele.
Interest and questions may be directed to the Options Group at 334.239.8276 or by email at training@optionsgroup.org .
What is the cost of tuition per each course?
Practical Carbine
Ladies Only
Practical Carbine
Private Group Instruction
Ladies Only
Options Group Instructor, T. Stewart
Defensive Handgun: Kneeling Demonstration
Practical Handgun: Group Kneeling Demo
Defensive Handgun with
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