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Defend Ready Basic to Intermediate Defender Plus LTC: 5-Hour Online + 4 In-Person Sessions

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Defend Ready Basic to Intermediate: Online to On-Target to Confident Defender

Ready to become a confident, responsible armed defender? 

This is your first step toward elite self-defense mastery. This powerful program combines the Defend Ready Basic Online course (1-hour), the online LTC course (4-hours), and 4 in-person sessions at 407 Gun Club in Argyle, TX, designed to equip you with the skills to protect yourself and loved ones.Β 

Unlike most programs, including the Texas LTC alone, this course takes you from unprepared to a confident defender, focusing not just on putting holes in paper but on training you to draw from carry and master techniques that work under stress in self-defense situations.

Defend Ready, Basic to Intermediate Defender plus LTC

πŸ”· 1-hour online, self-paced course covering the 4 Universal Safety Rules, firearm mechanics, secure storage solutions, and range etiquette, ideal for beginners or those refreshing skills.

πŸ”· 4-hour online, self-paced Texas License to Carry course

πŸ”· Private one-on-one session at 407 Gun Club in Argyle, TX, with Walt Mayfield (20+ years experience, 400+ five-star reviews, Texas LTC/NRA/USCCA certified), focusing on live-fire practice, grip, stance, and personalized feedback.

πŸ”· Bring your firearm or use ours (ammo fees apply); prepares you for intermediate training that counts toward LTC but not court-ordered safety credit.

Defend Ready Basic Online Course (1-Hour self-paced video modules)

🎯 Firearm safety fundamentals
🎯 Safe loading, unloading, and clearing
🎯 Proper grip, stance, and trigger control
🎯 Range rules, etiquette, and expectations
🎯 What to expect in your live private sessionWhy It Matters

Texas License to Carry (LTC) Online Class (4-hour self-paced video modules)

🎯 Texas firearm and gun storage laws

🎯 Use-of-force principles

🎯 Situational awareness and conflict de-escalation

🎯 Multiple-choice test to verify knowledge, ensuring you’re ready for the in-person LTC range qualification, a key step toward obtaining your Texas LTC.

8 In-Person Sessions at 407 Gun Club in Argyle Texas

🎯 Fundamentals of Shooting & Practice (1 hrs): Master handgun stance, grip, loading, and accuracy with 50+ rounds of live-fire drills, building confidence for real-world defense.

🎯 Continued Fundamentals of Shooting & Practice (1 hrs):Continue to Master handgun stance, grip, loading, and accuracy with 50+ rounds of live-fire drills, building confidence for real-world defense.

🎯 Home Defense Scenarios (1 hr): Train in realistic home invasion scenarios, practicing firearm handling, room-clearing movements, and defensive tactics to protect your family.

🎯 Texas LTC Range Qualification (1 hr): Complete private shooting proficiency with expert instruction, meeting Texas DPS requirements for your LTC application.

 β­ Build true self-defense confidence, not just marksmanship
⭐ Learn from Walt Mayfield β€” 400+ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reviews, 20+ years of experience, known for patience, clarity, and real-world expertise
⭐ Prepare for our Confident Carry Program β€” the next step toward becoming your own first responder

Important Notes:This course does not meet LTC or court-ordered gun safety requirements.
πŸ‘‰ For LTC, visit: https://trainprotectdefend.com/courses/texas-online-license-to-carry/
πŸ‘‰ For court-ordered Gun Safety, visit: https://trainprotectdefend.com/courses/texas-online-gun-safety-course/

The instructor, Walt Mayfield, is a certified firearms instructor holding multiple credentials, including Texas License to Carry Instructor (GC 411.188 and GC 411.190), NRA Certified Pistol Instructor, and USCCA Certified Instructor and Training Counselor. Walt brings over 20 years of experience in firearms safety, Texas firearm laws, defensive training, and responsible gun ownership.