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[morgantron]

Hello all.  I am trying to get between 10 and 15 rifle owners together for a training day in April.  It would be a one day course led by Frank Sharpe of Fortress Defense Consultants.  My hope is to have it at Aurora Sportsmen's Club in Waterman, IL.  This would be the equivalent of a Level 1 Rifle course condensed into one day.  My goal is to get out and get tuned up for the training season and have a chance for some of you to meet one of the best instructors in the Midwest.  Did you get an AR for Christmas?  Come on out and learn how to use it.  Its one thing to stand out on the range and a whole other world to participate in some awesome instructor led training.  Lets make this happen.  Please contact me via private message or leave a comment  if you are interested.  Once I get a few interested people we will put out some dates to have the class.  Cost will be $225 a person.

 

Thanks

Nick

[gLockedandLoaded]

I would love to do this but unfortunately our son is due in March.  It just isn't a good time at this point.

 

Frank and Co. are great though!  Good luck!

[morgantron]

I would love to do this but unfortunately our son is due in March.  It just isn't a good time at this point.

 

Frank and Co. are great though!  Good luck!

Having a young one at home I completely understand.  Please tell any friends or family if they might be interested.  Best of luck with the baby.

[d_tierne1]

I might be interested depending on the actual dates.  I have a RUC I would love to run to see how good it is. Maybe I will have my AUG by then who knows.

[TRJ]

How many people have you got? I'm interested, but can't say if I'm free until there's a date. I'm reluctant to commit until I know if this is happening regardless of my attendance or not. I hate it when classes get scrubbed due to low interest, it's such a letdown.

[top_notch]

I'd be interested.

[BobS]

I would be interested if it is held on a weekend?

[miztic]

I'd be in.

[Paulkucz]

Interested depending on the date.

[morgantron]

Wonderful finally some replies!!!!  lets narrow it down to a Sunday in April.  I will start with April 3rd or 10th.  Let me know what date works better for any of you.  I am hoping to get 10.  Thanks for the interest guys and gals.

[mullet man]

I'd be interested. Can I bring an AK?

What all is covered in the class? How many rounds? What do we get to do?

[morgantron]

I'd be interested. Can I bring an AK?

What all is covered in the class? How many rounds? What do we get to do?

I don;t see any problem with using an AK.  Round count will likely be 500 to 800.  What we will cover will be released soon.  Class will start with basic fundamentals and safety, and depending on everyone's skill level we will move forward.  You will get to move and work on real life scenarios for practical rifle application.  We learn how to fight with our guns.

[mullet man]

Excellent, I will keep an eye on this thread.

[morgantron]

Hello all.  I have finally nailed down a date.  We are planning on Sunday April 10th at Aurora Sportsmen's Club in Waterman, IL.  I will be posting a payment link in the next couple days with a course outline.  I am super excited to be able to organize this class.  Its going to be a great time and an awesome learning experience.  Those of you who have not met Frank Sharpe, you are in for a great experience.  Round count will likely be between 500 and 800 rounds.  I know you will need a sling, at least two spare magazines, a non magnified sighting system, eye and ear protection, and a positive attitude.  Who will not regret attending this class!!  More information coming soon!!

[TRJ]

Will there be any discounts for ASC members?

[morgantron]

Will there be any discounts for ASC members?

This is really a shoestring budget to cover expenses but I do think ASC members should get something. $210 for ASC members. Once the payment link goes up pay $210 and put your badge number in the paypal message box.

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[TyGuy]

I'd be game

[morgantron]

I'd be game

Hey Ty. It's been a while. Would love to have you in class. It's going to be a fun one

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[morgantron]

Ok ladies and gentlemen here is the official sign up link.  If you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask.  And of course feel free to reach out to Frank Sharpe if you have any questions.

 

http://fortressdefen...efensive-rifle/

[morgantron]

There is a discount for ASC members!  A course description is also available.

 

I am considering offering lunch.  $5 a person sandwich, chips, drinks, and a dessert.  Let me know if you are interested and I will post a couple options.

[TyGuy]

 

I'd be game

Hey Ty. It's been a while. Would love to have you in class. It's going to be a fun one

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Pew pew!

[Paulkucz]

The paypal link is charging me an extra $225 for shipping and handling?

[morgantron]

The paypal link is charging me an extra $225 for shipping and handling?

It certainly is! So sorry. I will post an update as soon as it is fixed.

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[Paulkucz]

Glad to know that it wasn't just me. Thank you.

[morgantron]

The payment system is screwed up. It will be fixed by this evening. My apologies to everyone. As soon as it is working properly I will post an update! Sent from my SM-N910P using Tapatalk

[morgantron]

The payment link should be working now. As you sign up let me know if you will be interested in having lunch provided Sent from my SM-N910P using Tapatalk

[BrntWS6]

I may be interested, been looking to take a rifle class.   Are there certificates given upon completion and is it for 8 or 16 hours?   Just curious since you said it was a condensed course and there web site says this is usually a 2 day course.   The reason I want to know is I plan on taking courses beyond this one and I want to know what I will qualify for either taking classes at Fortress or at other schools.   This would qualify me for their level 2 rifle class I would assume?  Thanks!

Edited by BrntWS6, 01 February 2016 - 08:09 PM.

[morgantron]

I may be interested, been looking to take a rifle class.   Are there certificates given upon completion and is it for 8 or 16 hours?   Just curious since you said it was a condensed course and there web site says this is usually a 2 day course.   The reason I want to know is I plan on taking courses beyond this one and I want to know what I will qualify for either taking classes at Fortress or at other schools.   This would qualify me for their level 2 rifle class I would assume?  Thanks!

I am so glad you will be joining us. Certainly this will qualify you to take more courses with Fortress Defense. I will verify with Frank if he will be presenting certificates. Usually he does. Thanks for the interest and we look forward to having you.

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[morgantron]

You will receive a certificate for 8 hours of training. There is no guarantee that other instructors will recognize it. Frank is a respected instructor, so my guess is other respected instructors will recognize your time spent. I want to applaud you for choosing to take this course. You will certainly end the day understanding your rifle and building your skill set. I can promise you will want to.train more. Hence the reason I.scheduled this for early spring. That way you can sign up for a bunch of great courses. Sent from my SM-N910P using Tapatalk

[BrntWS6]

Thanks for checking!   I will more than likely sign up for this.