Join Silicon Valley Tactical's upcoming programs to develop and hone your firearm skills. This page covers our general firearm programs from entry to advanced levels. If you are seeking CCW training CLICK HERE!
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Private Instruction
Dates: Open dates
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Not able to attend our regularly scheduled programs? Just need some brushing up or need some training/coaching at your level? We can design a private or semi-private clinic that can range from 1 hour to 8 hours based upon your time and your needs. This can encompass handgun/shotgun/rifle disciplines. We
can work on fundamentals, holster presentation, rapid fire, multiple targets, movement, and many more
skills. We have range access to accommodate private training closed to the public. Send us an email at svt@comcast.net and we can design instruction specifically for you.
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Handgun Clinic - Level 1
South Bay Area
8 am to 11 am
Prerequisite: None
Price: $225
Our Introduction to Handgun Clinic will expose you to firearm safety and handling, loading/unloading, how to aim and shoot in an easy paced; non-intimidating environment. This is an experiential program that balances new knowledge with a solid amount of time actually handling and firing a handgun. This is great for those who have no experience or minimal formal training and want to develop a better confidence in the basics.
Handgun Clinic - Level 2
South Bay Area
12 pm to 3 pm
Prerequisite: Handgun Level 1 or equivalent
Price: $225
Our Level 2 Handgun Clinic will extend your firearm handling and marksmanship skills. Learn multiple ways to reload and how to confidently clear misfires and malfunctions. You will learn to fire strings in quicker succession with a focus on accuracy and speed. This is ideal for those with previous experience that want to enhance their current skills. We also will cover use of force, self-defense, and legal aspects of using a firearm for self-defense.
Handgun Clinic - Level 3
South Bay Area
3 Hours
Prerequisite: Handgun Level 2 or equivalent
Price: $225
Our Level 3 Handgun Clinic will review and reinforce your Level 1 and 2 skills. We'll advance your experience base by covering multiple target engagements, movement which will include cover and concealment techniques. This a great program for those who are already confident with firearm safety/handling and marksmanship. We also blend shoot/no shoot scenarios into this level
Handgun Clinic - Level 4
South Bay Area
3 Hours
Prerequisite: Handgun Level 3 or equivalent - solid, confident understanding and experience with handgun safety, handling, and marksmanship.
Price: $225
Our Level 4 Handgun Clinic encompasses the foundation of handgun holster work. It covers safety, equipment, basics of presenting a handgun from a holster, firing, and re-holstering the firearm. This hands-on clinic will offer multiple distance firing drills while drawing a handgun from the holster.
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Introduction to Firearms/Home Clinic
Please email us a svt@comcast.net to schedule this clinic.
3 hours
The Introduction to Firearms/Home Clinic is focused for those who may be interested in purchasing a firearm for self/home-defense or who maybe a first-time owner of a firearm. You will learn about firearm
safety and safe gun-handling procedures. We'll show you different types of firearms and you'll will be able to handle the most popular platforms/brands to help you decide what firearm is best for you or work with your firearm.
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​This will also cover safe storage practices, self-defense considerations pertaining to the law, ammunition selection, and the best training track for your particular situation.
​The clinic offers a safety assessment of your place of living to enhance your security as well as to determine the best strategy in regards to your home's footprint. We can also include a laser-based training platform to simulate the basics of firearm marksmanship during the clinic.
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​This clinic is usually held in the comfort of your residence/dwelling to provide a
non-intimidating/customized environment to learn in.
Intro To Carbine
Course Size: Maximum 6 participants
Please email us at svt@comcast.net for our next program date.
Intro To Carbine - 7 hours
Location: South Bay Area
Prerequisite: None
This 7-hour course covers the modern carbine. We'll go over safety, handling, function, loading/unloading, marksmanship, and movements. This is a great starter program for those new to the carbine or those who wish to refresh their skills and knowledge.
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Skills Covered
Basic safety and functions
Loading/unloading
Basic marksmanship
Malfunction clearing
Reloading (administrative, speed)
Firearm transitions
Positional shooting (standing, kneeling, prone)
Basic movements
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Required Gear - Unless Noted Optional
Carbine (AR configuration preferred) and 3 magazines (minimum)
Tactical sling for carbine
500 rounds of carbine ammunition
Eye and ear protection
Optical sight (EOtech, Aimpoint, ACOG, etc) with spare batteries - Optional
Magazine pouches with belt or tactical vest/carrier for carbine magazines - Optional - If you do not bring magazine pouches/vest/carrier - be sure to wear pants that have front and rear pockets for magazine stowage.
Knee and elbow pads - Optional
Appropriate clothing and footwear - no open toed footwear, please wear layered clothing as we will be outdoors with variable weather conditions - cold/hot/rain/shine.
Hat or head covering
Sunscreen
Note taking materials (pen and paper)
Simple lunch/snacks
Personal water/sports drink supply