Defensive training in Michigan

Cycler · June 27th, 2009, 10:48 AM

I'm wondering if anyone can point me to a defensive training course for CCW in Michigan. I've already got the CPL so I'm looking for the next level in training beyond that, stuff like point shooting, shooting while moving, force on force, disarm/retention etc.

I've found three or four websites that advertise training but the schedules are all a couple years old and they don't answer my e-mails so I imagine that the companies are defunct but they pre-paid their web fee.

Target in Royal Oak (where I took my CCW course) is supposed to have something but they haven't scheduled one as long as I've been checking their website and that's roughly 6 months.

Can anyone make any recommendations on courses within a few hours drive of SE Michigan that are still in operation?

retsupt99 · June 27th, 2009, 10:55 AM

Contact this individual.
He goes ALL OVER the U.S. and is highly recommended. I'm not sure of his schedule.

Threat Focused Training-Central Florida-Sept. 12, 13 2009
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Aitsu83 · June 28th, 2009, 03:40 AM

It would be a bit of a drive, but well worth it. Top Gun not sure if it's in Taylor or Southgate, but the trainers they use have a 9-5 job training feds how to shoot, They only offer classes on the weekend, but you get your money's worth. Cheryl and Pete are great. If you go tell them "The Professor" referred you.

Manan · June 28th, 2009, 04:26 AM

Innovative Tactical Concepts, LLC
Dept S.W.A.T.
PO Box 1022
Richmond, IN 47375
(765)977-6662
Realistic and Practical Firearms Training

Try these guys. I have good things about them. And only a couple hours drive to Richmond. Good Luck.

mathewsman · June 28th, 2009, 06:30 AM

hey cool i am with you i live in lansing and cant find anything eather

Thanis · June 28th, 2009, 06:50 AM

I might just join you as well, then again, funds are tight. I'll be looking to see what you guys go with.

Ricebrnr · June 28th, 2009, 08:03 PM

You might try MDFI

They just had a write up in SWAT magazine.

Also join the Michigan Gun Owner's Forum. They're a pretty nice bunch of guys and gals (never mind the old curmudgeons) and there is a dedicated section for instructors.

jdivence · June 28th, 2009, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cycler

I'm wondering if anyone can point me to a defensive training course for CCW in Michigan.

A walk down any street in Detroit... nothing like on the job training

David in MI · July 2nd, 2009, 08:35 AM

I believe Massad Ayoob is bringing his training to MI (Kalamazoo perhaps?) in August.

Cycler · July 2nd, 2009, 11:15 AM

Thanks for the thoughts guys. Someone who remains nameless posted about a course here

I'm free on that date and if he's legit, I may go.

Ayoob's training would be even better, unfortunately I'm already out of town the weekend it starts. Dang.

June 27th, 2009, 10:55 AM	#2
retsupt99 VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central Florida Posts: 22,406	Contact this individual. He goes ALL OVER the U.S. and is highly recommended. I'm not sure of his schedule. Threat Focused Training-Central Florida-Sept. 12, 13 2009 Post #1... __________________ "That I cannot do." "Give this to, uh, Clemenza. I want reliable people, people who aren't going to be carried away. After all we're not murderers in spite of what this undertaker thinks." *********************************** NRA Life Member

June 28th, 2009, 03:40 AM	#3
Aitsu83 New Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Metropolis Posts: 5	It would be a bit of a drive, but well worth it. Top Gun not sure if it's in Taylor or Southgate, but the trainers they use have a 9-5 job training feds how to shoot, They only offer classes on the weekend, but you get your money's worth. Cheryl and Pete are great. If you go tell them "The Professor" referred you. Last edited by Aitsu83; June 28th, 2009 at 03:41 AM.. Reason: gramatical error.

June 28th, 2009, 04:26 AM	#4
Manan Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Hoosier Posts: 139	Innovative Tactical Concepts, LLC Dept S.W.A.T. PO Box 1022 Richmond, IN 47375 (765)977-6662 Realistic and Practical Firearms Training Try these guys. I have good things about them. And only a couple hours drive to Richmond. Good Luck. __________________ NRA Member I carry a .45 because they don't make a .46 www.ShootersEar.com

June 28th, 2009, 06:30 AM	#5
mathewsman Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,023	hey cool i am with you i live in lansing and cant find anything eather __________________ NRA sence 2003 Colt defender Taurus .357 mag Beretta 92FS Brigadier Elite x box gamer tag mathewsman

June 28th, 2009, 06:50 AM	#6
Thanis Distinguished Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: MI Posts: 1,699	I might just join you as well, then again, funds are tight. I'll be looking to see what you guys go with. __________________ NRA Member S&W 642 (no-lock) with .38 Spl +P 135 GR Gold GDHP Glock G31 & G33 with .357 Sig 125 GR. SXT Winchester Ranger

June 27th, 2009, 10:48 AM	#1
Cycler Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Michigan Posts: 133	Defensive training in Michigan I'm wondering if anyone can point me to a defensive training course for CCW in Michigan. I've already got the CPL so I'm looking for the next level in training beyond that, stuff like point shooting, shooting while moving, force on force, disarm/retention etc. I've found three or four websites that advertise training but the schedules are all a couple years old and they don't answer my e-mails so I imagine that the companies are defunct but they pre-paid their web fee. Target in Royal Oak (where I took my CCW course) is supposed to have something but they haven't scheduled one as long as I've been checking their website and that's roughly 6 months. Can anyone make any recommendations on courses within a few hours drive of SE Michigan that are still in operation?

June 28th, 2009, 08:03 PM	#7
Ricebrnr Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Ann Arbor, MI Posts: 93	You might try MDFI They just had a write up in SWAT magazine. Also join the Michigan Gun Owner's Forum. They're a pretty nice bunch of guys and gals (never mind the old curmudgeons) and there is a dedicated section for instructors.

July 2nd, 2009, 08:35 AM	#9
David in MI Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: MI Posts: 57	I believe Massad Ayoob is bringing his training to MI (Kalamazoo perhaps?) in August.

July 2nd, 2009, 11:15 AM	#10
Cycler Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Michigan Posts: 133	Thanks for the thoughts guys. Someone who remains nameless posted about a course here I'm free on that date and if he's legit, I may go. Ayoob's training would be even better, unfortunately I'm already out of town the weekend it starts. Dang.

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