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Your hub for expert insights, training guides, safety fundamentals, and career development tools.

Training Guides & Safety Fundamentals

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Training Guides & Safety Fundamentals

Learn the essential concepts that every armed citizen, defender, or security professional should know. These guides build the foundation for safe firearm handling, situational awareness, and real-world defensive readiness.

  • Firearm Safety Rules & Handling Best Practices
    Understanding the core safety principles that govern responsible gun ownership.
  • How to Choose the Right Firearm for Your Needs
    CCW, home defense, or range use — what matters most.
  • Gear Essentials: Holsters, Belts, Optics & Everyday Carry
    What to buy, what to avoid, and why quality matters.
  • Understanding Ballistics: Pistol & Carbine Basics
    A simple guide to recoil, trajectory, zeroing, and accuracy.
  • How to Prepare for Your First Firearms Training Course
    What to bring, what to expect, and how to set yourself up for success.
  • Range Etiquette & Safety Protocols
    A professional introduction to using public or private ranges safely.
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Concealed Carry Knowledge Center

Everything you need to become a confident, responsible concealed carrier — from Colorado laws to everyday situational awareness.

  • Colorado CCW Requirements & Permit Guide
    Step-by-step breakdown of the application process.
  • Understanding Use of Force & Legal Considerations
    What every CCW carrier must know before carrying.
  • Situational Awareness & Threat Identification
    Techniques used by professionals to stay ahead of danger.
  • The OODA Loop Explained
    How to make faster, smarter decisions under pressure.
  • Carrying Concealed: Methods, Holsters & Draw Techniques
    Inside-the-waistband, outside-the-waistband, appendix — and which is right for you.
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Tactical Skills, Preparedness & Real-World Defense

Deepen your tactical knowledge and build practical defensive capability with insights from real-world operations.

Content Topics:

  • Movement Fundamentals: How to Move with a Firearm
    Lateral, forward, backward, and dynamic shooting angles.
  • Room Clearing: One-Man vs. Two-Man Basics
    Principles used in professional CQB environments.
  • Home Defense Planning & Hardening Your Space
    Create a safer home through structure, layout, and access control.
  • Active Shooter Survival Principles
    What civilians, teachers, and professionals must know.
  • Carbine Zeroing & Optic Setup Guide
    How to properly set up your AR-15 for defensive use.
  • How to Train Effectively with Limited Ammo
    Dry-fire drills, laser tools, and repetitions that matter.
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Trauma Care & Medical Preparedness

Immediate trauma response saves lives. These resources help civilians and professionals build essential medical readiness.

  • Stop the Bleed: What It Is & Why It Matters
    A breakdown of life-saving fundamentals.
  • How to Use a Tourniquet Properly
    CAT, SOFT-T, and proper placement techniques.
  • Building an Effective IFAK (Individual First Aid Kit)
    What goes inside and why each item matters.
  • Wound Packing, Chest Seals & Basic Trauma Response
    Intro-level education focused on everyday readiness.
  • Medical Gear for Everyday Carry
    Lightweight, practical items for real-world emergencies.
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Security Guard Career Resources

For individuals entering or advancing in private security. Learn the fundamentals, build confidence, and get career-ready.

Content Topics:

  • How to Become a Security Guard in Colorado (Step-by-Step)
    Requirements, process, and certifications.
  • Understanding Security Guard Roles & Responsibilities
    From unarmed to armed, corporate to residential.
  • What to Expect in Your First Security Job
    Professionalism, posture, communication & conduct.
  • De-escalation Techniques Every Guard Should Know
    Communication tools for conflict resolution.
  • Report Writing & Documentation Best Practices
    What supervisors, managers, and agencies expect.
  • How to Advance Your Security Career
    Moving from entry-level to supervisory or specialized roles.
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Pilum Tactical

Training Tools & Free Downloads

  • CCW Training Checklist
  • Range Safety Checklist
  • Firearms Maintenance Checklist
  • Carbine Zeroing Targets
  • Dry-Fire Drills Guide
  • Home Defense Plan Template
  • Security Guard Report Writing Template
  • De-escalation Quick Guide
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Frequently asked questions
What makes Pilum Tactical different from other training centers?

Pilum Tactical is not your ordinary firearms training facility. Our instructors are elite professionals with backgrounds in the Military, Law Enforcement, GRS, Marine Raiders, and Navy SEALs. This expertise ensures you receive real-world, battle-tested instruction in a safe, approachable, and professional environment.​
Who can Attend Your Training Courses?

We welcome civilians of all experience levels — from beginners who have never touched a firearm, to seasoned shooters looking to sharpen advanced tactical skills. Our courses are structured to support:

  • First-time gun owners
  • Concealed Carry (CCW) applicants
  • Enthusiasts seeking advanced pistol or carbine skills
  • Security professionals and executive protection agents
Do I need prior firearms experience?

No. Many of our students start with zero experience. Courses like Pistol I / CCW and Intro to Carbine are designed for beginners and provide a strong foundation in firearm safety, handling, and legal considerations.
What types of courses do you offer?

Pilum Tactical provides training across all levels:

  • Beginner: Firearms fundamentals, CCW certification, and range orientation
  • Intermediate: Skill Builder courses, defensive shooting, shoot/no-shoot scenarios
  • Advanced: Carbine rifle training, dynamic movement, executive protection, and tactical scenarios where “bad guys shoot back”.
Do your courses meet Concealed Carry (CCW) permit requirements?

Yes. Our Pistol I / CCW course covers all Colorado state requirements for a Concealed Handgun Permit. Students receive a certificate upon completion that can be used to apply for their CCW.
What gear or equipment do I need?
  • A pistol or rifle (rentals available if needed)
  • Eye and ear protection
  • Holster, belt, and magazines
  • Ammunition (course dependent)
    Specific gear lists are provided upon registration
What if I need to reschedule or cancel a class?

Cancellations made more than 72 hours in advance are eligible for a full refund or transfer. Cancellations within 24–72 hours may transfer to another course for a small rescheduling fee. Same-day cancellations or no-shows are non-refundable.

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