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How much training is enough?

27 Thursday Jul 2017

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It depends on who you ask.  And it may not be the same for everyone.

I would like to suggest you start with 2 basic questions:

  1. What do I wish to accomplish at the end of my training?
  2. How much time are you willing to commit to practice the skills you learn?

Consider the time it took to learn to drive an automobile.  One lesson, two, 10?  First you had to learn how to operate the vehicle, turn the ignition, position the seat, mirrors, turn signal operation, how to put it in gear, gas, brakes….and all those other buttons.  Not to mention how to properly maintain the vehicle so it is reliable.

Let’s not forget the laws regarding driving.  You have to learn the laws before you start driving.  There is a test you must take, just to be sure you get it right.  After all, a car can be considered dangerous to yourself and to others, when not operated correctly and legally.

So, you sign up for an all day, 8 hour class to learn to shoot.  Then, you wait 30-60 days, or more, before going to the range to practice what you learned in class.  How much do you think you would remember?  Would it be enough to save your life in a deadly confrontation?

How many classes, and how many times did you practice driving before taking your driving test?

It’s pretty simple, more training and practice is always needed to become competent at any skill.  Especially one involving the possibility of loss of life.

Shooting Fundamentals

07 Friday Jul 2017

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Class instructor: Janice Talaroc     Location: Tacoma, Washington

Learning to shoot a handgun can be a fun and exciting experience when done in a comfortable, safe environment with professional instructors.  This 5 hour class is a great refresher course for shooters with limited experience, but is specifically designed for students who are new to guns with no shooting experience.  Once you have completed one of our classes, you are invited to join our shooting club, (no charge) The Scarlet Pistols, and enjoy shooting practice with our instructors and other student alumni.  It’s a great way to stay current and practice your skills with other shooters in a friendly environment.

For more information go to our website: www.womenandguns.co

Scarlet Pistols Revival

27 Tuesday Jun 2017

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Women and Guns is proud to announce the revival of the Scarlet Pistols Shooting Group! Beginning July 3, 2017, and every Monday there after, any woman who previously attended any of our shooting classes is welcome and encouraged to attend.  Our goal is to encourage women to practice the skills they learned in class while enjoying an afternoon of fun with other women.

We will meet at the New Lakewood Shooting Range,  2:00pm is our target start time, but late arrivals are fine, (we realize traffic can be a factor). The range is open until 9:00pm.  The range fee for ladies is $12.50 per lane, $10 for an additional shooter sharing the same lane.  Friends and family are welcome to attend, but must be 18 years or older, and have some basic firearms safety training to join our group.

Women and Guns will provide tips to improve your shooting techniques.  Bring your own guns and ammunition, or plan to rent a gun at the range and purchase ammunition and targets.  If it is your first time to the range, there will be a short safety video and the usual paperwork to complete before you start shooting.  Depending on the turn out, we may even have a “just for fun” shooting competition!

If you have not had a chance to experience the new Lakewood Shooting Range and Welchers New Gun Shop, plan to visit them soon.  You won’t be disappointed!

See you at the range!  Janice

Exclusive Personal Instruction

11 Sunday Jun 2017

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Exclusive Personal Instruction

Women and Guns offers private lessons for students looking for a one on one learning experience.  Registration must be completed online or by phone/email. (Click on the above link.)

Location: Tacoma, Washington.  We start in the classroom, then continue to live fire at the New Lakewood Range.  Contact us via email or phone for questions or scheduling: [email protected]

Lakewood Shooting Range

07 Wednesday Jun 2017

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Review of Welcher’s Gun Shop, Lakewood Shooting Range, June 7, 2017.

WOW!!  Amazing practice session at Welchers Gunshop and new Lakewood Shooting Range. The place is first class all the way to the beautiful laminate flooring throughout. The range staff are professional, friendly and very helpful. RSO on the floor at all times, plus security cameras. The air quality in the range is outstanding. 16 shooting stalls are now open, all with electronic target carriers. And LOTS OF SPACE behind the shooting benches, no crowding or bumping into people. A+ in every category. I will be a regular customer. The retail store is spacious and well stocked, prices are very competitive.
Check it out, Bridgeport exit off of I-5, right next door to the Ford dealership. Lots of parking.

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Host A Class at Your Location

10 Tuesday Jan 2017

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Would you like to attend a class, but can’t seem to find the right class, at the right location, at the right time?  Women and Guns now offers an option to host a class at your location.  Tuition can be as low as $35 person, depending on number of students attending class.  Host attends for free!  (Minimum tuition applies.)oly-class-july-2016

For more information and registration, please visit our website here: Women and Guns

The gun doesn’t keep you safe

08 Thursday Dec 2016

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“This lack of training is in my opinion negligent. A firearm comes with a lot of responsibility and a personal training requirement. Anyone who has a firearm in their home should know how to use it, what type of ammunition it takes, how to load and unload without assistance, and have formalized training that applies to how they are going to use it.”  quote from Rob Pincus at The Personal Defense Network and his article titled “The Baby Blanket Approach to Personal Safety”

Rob’s ability to convey important facts is always spot on.  I always look forward to reading his articles and watching his videos.  If you are serious about personal defense, Rob’s PDN website is well worth your time.

Don’t just buy a gun because it is your constitutional right.  Remember Abraham Maslow‘s saying , “If all you have is a hammer, everything looks like a nail.”

It is every gun owner’s responsibility to seek and obtain training on the safe and proper use of a firearm.  And if that firearm is intended to be used in the defense of life, additional training is absolutely necessary.

Thinking about buying a gun as a gift?

05 Monday Dec 2016

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“For that special someone in your life, you want to be there to protect her. However, realistically, you can’t be there all the time. That’s why you want her to have a gun. Fine and good but before you go to your local gun store and pick her out something you think will get the job done: stop.” quote from great article in Concealed Nation

Before you go out and by a gun for your wife, girlfriend or anyone, stop and consider all the ramifications.  First, be sure you are following all applicable laws concerning the purchase.

As stated in the Concealed Nation article: “And, in a lot of cases, it’s illegal to complete a straw purchase. You should never purchase a gun for anyone other than yourself. It’s not just our opinion — it’s a federal decision upheld by the Supreme Court.”

If that is not enough to stop you, consider this: Would you buy a pair of shoes for your wife or girlfriend?  Probably not.  Because you can’t be sure they would fit her foot properly or that she would actually like them.  Guns are like Shoes.  Yes, really.

If you really want to help your significant other get into the sport of shooting or guns for self defense, consider a training class first and foremost.  Without training, any weapon can be useless or even self destructive.  If safety is on your mind, education is absolutely the most important gift you can give another person.

Purchase a training class from a reputable instructor, or consider a gift certificate and let her pick out an instructor or class that meets her needs.  A good class will not only teach her gun safety and operation, it will go a long way towards helping her to understand HOW TO CHOOSE A HANDGUN.

In today’s world, learning to safely operate a gun could save a life.  Even if you don’t own or carry a gun.  What would you do if you found a dropped gun?  How would you respond to an Active Shooter Event?  Training is everything.  Choosing the tool is secondary.

Women and Guns offers customized training for women and is offering a FREE training class on Active Shooter Training.  Click on the link for details.