Class Information
General Questions:
Registration
Cancellation
Class Size
Attendance
Facility
Equipment & Safety
Concealed Carry:
Concealed Carry Certification
CCW Competency Re-certification
Practical Defensive Pistol
Personal Defense:
Home Defense Shotgun
Point Shooting
Ladies Intro to Firearms and Personal Defense
Security:
OPOTA Certification
OPOTA Re-qualification
OPOTA Shotgun Qualification
OPOTA Retired Law Enforcement CCW
Private Sessions:
Personal Instruction
Private Basic Pistol, Carbine or Shotgun
Competition:
Intro to USPSA
Registration
Registration is required for most classes and can be made in person at the Midwest Gun Club,
or by phone, during normal business hours. Some classes offer a special rate with a
pre-registration deposit.
All class balances must be paid, in full, prior to end of the first day of class. Class certificates will not
be released to any student with an outstanding balance.
Cancellation
We understand that life happens. If you are unable to attend a class that you have pre-registered for please
contact us prior to the class to make alternative arrangements. If possible, we will schedule you for a
alternate class that works better with your schedule, otherwise your deposit will be returned to you.
Deposits will not be returned for students who do not notify us at least a day in advance that they are unable to
attend the class.
Class Size
The minimum class size is 3 students. If you are excited about taking one of our classes please encourage your friends
to attend the class with you to ensure that classes are conducted. In the rare case that we do have to postpone a class
due to insufficient class size, pre-registered students will be given the choice to take the next class or receive a refund
of their deposit.
Attendance
Please be on-time and ready for class. Students are encouraged to appear at least 15 minutes prior to class. It will
be instructor's discretion as to whether or not late students will be admitted.
Class breaks will be taken as needed with the all day classes taking an additional break for lunch. To keep the
momentum of the class flowing, students are asked to return from breaks on-time.
Facility
The Midwest Gun Club is a NON-SMOKING facility and operates in compliance with all Ohio public smoking laws. Violations of our
smoking policy are taken very seriously.
A snack and beverage machine is available for munchies during the breaks. There is also a Minute Mart within
short walking distance for additional refreshments. Food and beverage is allowed in the class as long as it
does not disrupt the operation of the class (rustling bags, strong smells, etc. should be avoided).
Equipment & Safety
Safety is our number one priority! All students will be required to sign a Midwest Gun Club liability waiver and
agree to abide by all posted Range Rules.
The Midwest Gun Club reserves the right to inspect any firearms to be used
in our classes to ensure safe operation. In the rare case where a firearm is declared to be unsafe, the student
will be allowed to use one of the Midwest Gun Club rental firearms for the class at no additional choice (ammunition
not included).
Safety equipment will be available for the class at no additional charge. Eye and Ear protection must be worn at
at all times while on the range.
DTC Concealed Carry Certification
Cost: $125 (w/ pre-registration deposit of $50)
Hours: 12
Equipment: 100 rounds of ammo, Belt, Holster, & 2 Magazines
Ohio CCW certification class. Topics covered include Ohio laws, gun handling, situational awareness,
gear and equipment, & what to expect if you are involved in a shooting, use of Deadly force, Vehicle carry,
no carry zones, etc.
DTC CCW Competency Re-certification
Cost: $50
Hours: 4
Equipment: 100 rounds of ammo, Belt, Holster, & 2 Magazines
Your original certificate is good for six years and is valid to use in your first CCW permit renewal - check
with your local or surrounding Sheriff's Department for specific details. Needed material will
include: Certificate of Competency, CCW Application, Recent passport photo (within 30 days),
and application fees. You can apply for re-certification as early as 90 days before, but
no more than 30 days after, the expiration of your current license.
If you do not have your original CCW certificate you can make arrangements to take our CCW Competency Re-certification
class. This class is 4 hours and includes firearm competency exercises on the live fire range and time in the classroom
reviewing current CCW law. Classes can be scheduled any Sunday that a CCW Certification class is scheduled.
DTC Practical Defensive Pistol
Cost: $75
Hours: 4
Equipment: 250 rounds of ammo, Belt & Holster, 2 Magazines
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This is NOT a certification class. This class presents topics and concepts relating to the real-world
aspects of carrying a concealed weapon in today's society. Topics covered include situational awareness,
defensive firearms, Safety, proper CCW gear and equipment, close quarters weapons techniques, shooting on
the move, and other advanced concepts not covered in most CCW certification courses.
If you have your CCW permit this is the course for you (CCW course or permit is not required to take this
class).
Home Defense Shotgun
Cost: $65
Hours: 4
Equipment: 50 rounds of ammo
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Topics covered include Rules of weapon handling, shot gun history, types of ammunition,
types of shotguns, shotgun nomenclature, readiness conditions, sight alignment, sight picture,
trigger control, shooting positions, combat loading. Live fire exercises will include applying shooting
positions to use of cover, shooting on the move, and low light shooting.
Students are encouraged to bring their own pump or semi-auto shotgun. A Remington 870 pump shotgun will be available for use
during the class if necessary.
Handgun Point Shooting
Cost: $65
Hours: 4
Equipment: 200 rounds of ammo, Belt & Holster, 2 Magazines
Topics covered include history and background of point shooting, Gun handling and safety, circumstances
of a gunfight, instinctive reactions, natural pointing accuracy, and mechanics of point shooting. Techniques
presented will include body point close range, one hand point shooting, peck / push, two hand point shooting, and
point to sighted transitions.
Ladies Intro to Fireams & Personal Defense
Cost: $75
Hours: 6
Equipment: 50 rounds of ammo, Belt & Holster optional
This class is a combination of Handgun 101 and Intro to Personal Defense and is open to ladies of any age (minors
must be accompanied by a parent or guardian). Handgun 101 concepts include: safety rules, basic function of the
revolver & semi-auto, grip, stance, trigger control, sight alignment, and practice drills. Techniques discussed
in the classroom will be practiced during live fire exercises on the range. Personal defense concepts include:
What is Personal Defense, Mental Awareness, Aftermath of a violent encounter, and alternatives to lethal force.
House firearms and safety equipment will be available at no additional cost for use during the class.
OPOTA Certification
Cost: $199
Hours: 20
Equipment: Ammo, Belt, & Holster
Ohio Peace Office Training for security guard certification. Call for details.
OPOTA Re-qualification
Cost: $100
Hours: 4
Equipment: Ammo, Belt, & Holster
Ohio Peace Office Training for security guard re-certification. Class should be completed prior to the
actual expiration of existing certification. Call for details.
OPOTA Shotgun Qualification
Call for details.
OPOTA Retired Law Enforcement CCW
Call for details.
Personal Instruction
Cost: $25
Hours: 45 minutes
Looking for one-on-mentoring to improve your shooting skills or someone to help clear up a bad shooting
habit - The Personal Instruction sessions are designed to help you. An experienced member of the Midwest Gun Club
staff will work with you one-on-one to help you improve your abilities. The sessions start in the classroom where
dry-fire practice is used to demonstrate the techniques being discussed. You and the staff then move to the live fire
range where you practice the techniques and get feedback and suggestions on what areas to focus on to be a better shooter.
Scheduling for these private sessions is flexible to accommodate your schedule. We ask that you contact us a couple of
days in advance of when you would like to take them so we can ensure that we have a staff member available.
Private Basic Pistol, Carbine or Shotgun
Cost: $25
Hours: 45 minutes
This is for anyone who is interested in learning how to safely operate and fire a handgun, carbine,
or shotgun. An experienced member of the Midwest Gun Club will work with you to teach you the basics
of safe firearm operation. The session starts in the classroom where basic concepts are presented
including safe firearm operation, stance, grip, breath control, sight alignment, trigger control, etc.
You and the staff member then move to the live fire range where each concept is reviewed and practiced
under close supervision and guidance.
This Private Basic Firearm session is perfect for adults, youths, and spouses to learn how to safely
operate a firearm. The Midwest Gun Club has had great success holding these sessions in one-on-one and
small group settings.
Intro to USPSA
Cost: $50
Hours: 4
Equipment: 100 rounds of ammo, Belt, Holster, & 3-4 Magazines
Gain a competitive edge and learn the rules, scoring, divisions, classes, equipment, range
commands, draws, reloads and much more to help make you a stronger competitor. Class registration fee includes
the Midwest Gun Club USPSA match the night of class.
*Class schedule, cirriculum and instructors are subject to change without notice. Please contact the Midwest Gun Club at 330-854-7700 with any questions.
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