Please visit www.acrase.com for more information and to register for an upcoming ACRASE™ training session.

The Armed Citizen Response to the Active Shooter Event™ (ACRASE™) is the single-most comprehensive training program available providing the armed citizen with cutting-edge best practices surrounding the legal, ethical, tactical, and medical considerations for mitigating an active shooter event.

Please visit www.myfirearmstrainer.com for private training opportunities with Master Instructor Keith Hanson.

There are many reasons why you could benefit from working directly with a master instructor in a private training session!  Among them are:

• Personalized instruction: A private shooting coach can provide one-on-one attention and tailor their instruction to your specific needs and skill level.
• Faster progress: With individualized attention and feedback, you may see faster progress and improvement in your shooting skills.
• Correct bad habits: A private coach can identify and help you correct bad shooting habits that you may not even be aware of.
• Confidence building: Working with a coach who is invested in your success can help build your confidence and improve your overall mindset when it comes to shooting.
• Accountability: Having a scheduled session with a coach can help keep you accountable and motivated to continue practicing and improving your shooting skills.
• Competition preparation: If you are preparing for a shooting competition, a private coach can help you fine-tune your skills and develop a strategy to perform your best.
• Occupational qualification preparation:  If you are employed in a field that requires you to be armed, you likely are required to shoot (and pass) a qualification course of fire.  A private coach can help you to improve your shooting skills while gaining the confidence you need to increase your overall score.

Who could benefit from working with a master instructor in a private training session?  Everyone!  Including:

• Beginners: If you're new to shooting, a private coach can help you establish a strong foundation of skills and safety practices.
• Experienced shooters: Even if you have been shooting for a while, a coach can help you refine your technique and improve your accuracy.
• Competitive shooters: If you participate in shooting competitions, a coach can help you develop a strategy and practice regimen to improve your performance while helping to identify and remediate bad habits.
• Law enforcement, security, and military personnel: Those in law enforcement or the military may benefit from working with a private coach to improve their shooting skills and maintain a high level of proficiency.
• Private citizens seeking self-defense skills: If you are interested in using firearms for self-defense, a coach can help you develop the skills and mindset necessary to effectively use a firearm in a self-defense situation.

Overall, anyone who is interested in improving their shooting skills and knowledge could benefit from working with a private shooting coach.

This interactive training program is designed to meet the training requirement to apply for the Massachusetts Class A License to Carry Firearms "LTC," or the Massachusetts Firearms Identification "FID" Card, in accordance with MGL Chapter 140, Section 131P and 515 CMR 3.00, and is an approved curriculum as outlined by the Massachusetts State Police (LTC-007.)

This 3-1/2 hour program will provide the student with modules including, but not limited to:

• Massachusetts firearms licensing process
• Massachusetts Use of Force laws
• Legalities of carrying a firearm in the Commonwealth
• Concealed carry, vehicle transportation, and vehicle storage
• Home storage & security requirements
• Safe firearms handling, and
• Safely loading and unloading your firearm.

Following successful completion of the program, students will receive a certificate, along with all necessary forms, for applying for either the MA LTC or MA FID.

The instructor will demonstrate various handgun components and ammunition, and demonstrate proper firearm storage. Then, there will be an in-depth discussion regarding the legally permissible use of your firearm.

PREREQUISITES:

None

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Pen, notebook, and a great attitude!

FAQS:

Q: Is there a minimum age requirement to participate?

A: As a general rule, participants must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age or older.

Please note that some states statutorily establish a 'minimum age' for the carrying or possession of a firearm.  In those states, the minimum age for entry into classes held in that state shall be set at that respective state's minimum age to carry or possess a firearm.  Exceptions may be made in cases where a minor participant is under the direct participatory supervision of a parent or legal guardian.

Further, participants must not be a 'prohibited person' under applicable federal and state guidelines. 

Q: Is ID required?

A: Yes.  Participants must show valid state or federal identification.

Q: Can I update my registration information?

A: You may update your registration information directly through the registration portal.

Q: What do I need to bring to this training?

A: Please see "Equipment Requirements" above.  

Q: Should I bring a firearm to this training?

A: NO!  Please do not bring firearms or ammunition into the classroom!

Q: If I have any questions that are not answered on this page, who can I contact?

A: Please feel free to contact the training team directly by calling (877) 486-8724 (877-GUN-TRAIN) with any questions you may have regarding this program.

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This four (4) hour program satisfies the requirements of the State of New Hampshire in accordance with NH RSA 106-F, NH Administrative Code SAF-C 2200, and NH State Police COF 5.

Applicants who successfully complete the training program AND pass the state-mandated qualification course of fire will earn a Certificate of Completion and a NH-DSSP Form 158.

This four (4) hour intensive one-on-one clinic is designed for the armed security officer who requires remediation or desires a refresher program to competently and confidently pass the state-mandated qualification course of fire and earn a NH-DSSP Form 158.

At the end of the intensive remediation workshop, students will be given the opportunity to shoot the required NH-DSSP course of fire.

This training session is RESTRICTED to private security officers/candidates ONLY.