CSS Class Do's and Don't's

DO be an empty cup when you arrive.  You’re here to learn new (or sharpen existing) skill sets.  Forget what you have learned previously and listen to what I am teaching you now.

DON'T be “that guy” and babble on and on about what you learned from a different instructor somewhere else.  If the other instructor is so great, pack up your kit and go back to him, so you won’t detract from what is currently being taught.  

DO ask questions.  That’s why I am here, and chances are someone else in class may have the same question.

DON’T take questions to an absurd hypothetical length.  Stay in reality.

DO bring an extra firearm to class (of the same type as your primary if possible) so in the event that the first develops problems, you can continue on.  (Rentals are available if yours should fail)

DON’T make excuses for your firearm, e.g., “This gun has never malfunctioned before!”  The instructors and other students have probably heard this a hundred times.  It’s malfunctioning NOW- Put on your big boy panties and drive on.  We do have a gun shop and we can help get you into a gun that is 100% reliable.  

DO bring extra batteries of the correct size for every electronic device you have with you: Rifle Optics, ear protection, etc.

DO put your Ear protection on backwards if its electronic.  The paper targets to your front have nothing to say- the instructor behind you does.

DO bring quality magazines.  Junk “practice” magazines will not allow you to keep up with class and will limit your training opportunities and actually cause you to get less than your money’s worth out of class.

DON’T arrive to class late.  This will take away from the other students that arrived on time.  If you are more than 15 minutes late we will reschedule you to a later date and charge you a $25.00 rescheduling fee.  If you do not know exactly when your class starts please call the shop and ask.

DO bring more ammunition than the class calls for.  Having extra magazines loaded on the range allows you to get back on line and get more training in.

DO bring extra water and electrolyte drinks to stay hydrated.  If you become dehydrated, you may experience fatigue, weakness and headaches, none of which are conducive to learning or peak performance.  On that same note if you have a medical condition it is up to YOU to stay on it.  

DO bring snacks.

DON’T eat a heavy meal during lunch as you may feel fatigued when training resumes.

DO bring clothing for all weather conditions.  

DON'T show up with “cool guy” gear that will not serve you in the real world.  – shoulder holsters, drop leg holsters (unless it’s a rifle class)

Above, all else DO have fun, learn a lot and enjoy the camaraderie that builds in classes.