Modern Defensive Rifle
Practical Protection Series
Saturday, October 18, 2025 8:00 am – 12:30 pm
The “Practical Defense Series – Rifle” course is designed for those currently owning or considering the use of a modern sporting rifle for practical defense. This is a live-fire training session with classroom and on-range topic discussion.
This course will include the following basic handgun skills and topics, knowledge and attitude necessary for responsible firearms ownership/practical defensive skills.
- Fundamentals of defensive rifle
- Critical safety measures
- Defensive fundamentals
- Care/maintenance of your firearm
- Alternative to using a firearm
- What to say & when to say it
- Target identification
- Techniques to employ the rifle
- Multiple threat concerns
- Threat assessment
- Defense considerations
- What to do before and after
- Contact with police
- And more
The course is limited to 12 participants. In order to attend, you must complete a registration form by contacting the course instructor, Greg Bettis, or CMP below.
Once you have successfully registered, you will be contacted by the training coordinator with additional course information.
Each applicant will be required to complete a CMP liability waiver. Anyone prohibited from owning or possessing a firearm is ineligible to participate. You must be a minimum of 21-years of age to attend the class.
Firearm, caliber and holster-type must be approved by the instructor prior to class. Student equipment list: handgun, 100-rds of training ammunition, brimmed hat, closed-toe shoes, holster (no pocket/shoulder holsters), belt for holster, drinks/snacks.
Please remember, this is a live fire course and ear & eye protection are required on the range. The course will include standing, walking, and other minimal physical activity.
Student fee: $150 per person. Group rate: $130 per person for two or more.
Contact Greg Bettis: rustebadge@bellsouth.net or 678.300.7853 – Instructor or Bret Lankford 256.474.4408 ext 453. – CMP