Introduction to Concealed Carry is the starting point for The Armory’s Concealed Carry training track.

This 3-hour, beginner-level course is designed for newer handgun owners and shooters who want to build the skills and confidence needed to begin carrying and training with a concealed handgun.

Students will begin with a safety brief followed by a shoot-in that allows the instructor to evaluate their current skill level. From there, the class focuses on developing strong shooting fundamentals before progressing into drawing from concealment, reloads, and multiple-target engagement.

The emphasis throughout the course is on safe, consistent, repeatable fundamentals rather than speed.

What You’ll Learn

• Firearm safety and safe gun handling
• Grip, stance, sights, and trigger control
• Accuracy and recoil management
• Drawing safely from concealment
• Safe and deliberate reholstering
• Slide-lock/emergency reloads
• Visual transitions between multiple targets
• Combining fundamental concealed-carry skills

Course Details

Duration: 3 Hours
Level: Beginner
Training Track: Concealed Carry
Round Count: Approximately 250/300
Prerequisites: None

Required Equipment

• Handgun
• Quality handgun-specific holster that completely covers the trigger guard
• Sturdy belt
• Minimum of 2 magazines recommended
• Magazine carrier recommended
• Approximately 250/300 rounds of ammunition
• Eye protection
• Ear protection
• Clothing suitable for drawing from concealment

Who Should Take This Class?

This course is ideal for newer handgun owners, newer concealed carriers, or shooters who want professional instruction before progressing into more advanced concealed-carry training.

You do not need to be an advanced or experienced shooter to attend.

What’s Next?

After completing Introduction to Concealed Carry, students are encouraged to continue into:

Concealed Carry Essentials

This next course builds on the fundamentals introduced here and develops more advanced concealed-carry shooting skills.