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Men’s 4-Hour Power Defense

Zirkops Teaches the Ultimate Men's Defensive Tactics Class This is not your typical martial arts-based class. Instead, this combat-style approach to self-defense is an all in – no rules course.  Some of the concepts and ideas are intended to deliver the user victorious in the face of battle. The fighting approach used in this class is simple and to the point….do the most damage in the shortest amount of time without wasting energy. This is a shorter version of our regular Men's Defensive Tactics class. **Class time 4 hrs.  Class cost is $75**

Men’s 4-Hour Power Defense2026-02-18T19:34:18-05:00

Aerosol Weapons Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) Certification

Aerosol Weapons Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) Training:    Class cost: $75.00 (4 hours) This security guard training training is designed as an OC (Oleoresin Capsicum) training course to use any brand of aerosol weapons. Our teaching is based on the latest curriculum. Through certified training, students will follow these objectives:  History of OC--Definitions and Components--Production--Effects--Delivery Systems--Deployment Considerations and Use of Force--Contamination and Decontamination--Health Risks--Policy and Procedure Considerations Expires in Two Years

Aerosol Weapons Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) Certification2026-02-18T18:09:03-05:00

Armed Security Guard Certification (2 part class)

ARMED SECURITY OFFICER / GUARD REQUIREMENTS FOR THE STATE OF TENNESSEE Class cost: $180.00 (16 hours) Training to become a Tennessee-certified armed security officer includes an examination covering specific subject materials. STATE REQUIREMENTS says all candidates must complete: 4-hour basic course that includes one (1) hour each of: Orientation Legal powers and limitations of a security guard/officer Emergency Procedures General Duties 8 hours in the classroom covering: Legal limitations on the use of a firearm Handling of a firearm Safety and maintenance of firearms 4 hours of marksmanship training which includes a shooting test that requires a minimum of 70%  score [...]

Armed Security Guard Certification (2 part class)2026-02-17T18:12:13-05:00

Enhanced Handgun Carry Permit

Class time 8 hrs.  Class cost $75 ZirkOps Enhanced handgun permit classes follow industrial standards set by the state of Tennessee to ensure quality certifications.  The Tennessee state guidelines are as follows:  Safety, Practice and Application – Firearm Cleaning and Storage – Legal Liabilities of Carrying, Possessing and Using a Handgun – Firing Range – Basic Marksmanship Skills – Test/Written – Firearms Qualification   Tennessee State Application: To be prepared for the class you will need to go to https://dl.safety.tn.gov and complete the Tennessee Handgun Carry Permit Application. This will only take a few minutes and can be done from a [...]

Enhanced Handgun Carry Permit2026-02-17T13:30:09-05:00

Intermediate Handgun (Pre-requisites apply)

Class time 3 hrs.  Class cost is $100. PREREQUISITE:  BASIC HANDGUN, HANDGUN CARRY PERMIT, OR PRIVATE LESSON FROM ZIRKOPS TRAINING TO ASSESS YOUR SKILL/SAFETY LEVEL BEFORE ATTENDING ADVANCED TRAINING CLASSES. If you have not attended one of the Pre-Requisite classes in the last 2 years, expect to be contacted about an assessment to determine skill and safety level.  Please understand, we have people that "tell" us they are great at safety and shooting, and then get redirected or re-trained because they are not safe enough to put on the ground beside another person with a loaded weapon.   For EVERYONE'S SAFETY,  we MUST make sure [...]

Intermediate Handgun (Pre-requisites apply)2026-02-18T11:07:32-05:00

Armed Security Guard Recertification

ARMED RE-CERTIFICATION     Class cost: $80.00 (4 hours) A re-certification for a Tennessee armed security officer must occur every two years. Every two (2) years armed security guards must complete 4 hours of refresher training and re-qualify in the use of a firearm by achieving a minimum of 70% on any silhouette target course approved by the commissioner prior to the renewal of their guard registration. Subject material covered in re-certification:  Firearms safety guidelines -- Function and operation of a firearm -- Basic marksmanship skills -- Practical Performance      

Armed Security Guard Recertification2026-02-18T11:31:55-05:00

Unarmed Security Guard Certification

Unarmed Security Officer/Guard Requirements for the State of Tennessee Class cost: $80.00 (4 hours) Training to become a Tennessee certified unarmed security officer includes an examination covering specific subject materials. All candidates must complete a four hour basic course including one (1) hour each of: Orientation Legal powers and limitations of a security guard/officer Emergency Procedures General Duties

Unarmed Security Guard Certification2026-02-18T11:55:28-05:00

Unarmed Security Guard Renewal

Unarmed Security Officer/Guard Requirements for the State of Tennessee Class cost: $55.00 (2 hours) Training to renw a Tennessee certified unarmed security registration includes an examination covering specific subject materials. All candidates must complete a two hour basic course. Refresher on the following subjects: Legal powers and limitations of a security guard/officer General Duties

Unarmed Security Guard Renewal2026-02-18T12:07:56-05:00

Basic Expandable Baton Course

Basic Expandable Baton Course: Class cost: $75.00 (4 hours) This Expandable Baton Basic Certification Program is a 4-hour course. It is designed around the blocking and striking capabilities of the straight expandable baton Stance Patterns of Movement Baton Grip Baton Methods of carrying Baton Draws Baton Two-Handed Grip Blocks Baton Counter Strikes Baton Retention

Basic Expandable Baton Course2026-02-18T18:45:49-05:00

Women’s Handgun & Holster

Class Cost:  $100  3 Hours ALL GUNS, AMMO & HOLSTERS PROVIDED.  Come join us for 3 hours of adventure and instruction where you will learn: Handgun Safety & Marksmanship skills - The Art of Concealment - Fitting your Gun to Your Lifestyle and needs - Manipulating your weapon as a female, smarter not harder - And best recommendations for your handgun cleaning, maintenance, and storage - Includes some Situational Awareness & Defense when carrying your handgun.

Women’s Handgun & Holster2026-02-24T12:22:14-05:00

6212 Highway 58, Chattanooga TN 37341

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Phone: (423) 710-3170

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