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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 Permit2026-02-17T13:26:14-05:00

Intermediate Rifle Training (Pre-requisites required)

Intermediate Rifle Class time 3 hrs.  Class cost is $100 PREREQUISITE:  BASIC RIFLE OR PRIVATE LESSON AT ZIRKOPS TRAINING FOR SAFETY/SKILL LEVEL ASSESSMENT. Students attending this class will be entering into a curriculum designed around marksmanship skills, target acquisition and shot placement from a variety of shooting positions. Studies include the following:             Refining marksmanship skills   Trigger manipulation drills   Sight/Acquire/Fire Drills   How to diagnose missed shots   How to acquire the targets from a variety of positions   Standing/Seated/Lying Down   Advanced Weapons Malfunction and Clearance Procedures Upon completion of this class, students [...]

Intermediate Rifle Training (Pre-requisites required)2026-02-18T18:50:37-05:00

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 Recertification2026-02-18T11:22:57-05:00

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 Certification2026-02-18T11:51:23-05:00

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 Renewal2026-02-18T12:04:47-05:00

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 & Holster2026-02-24T11:59:55-05:00

Active Shooter Response Training

Get informed:  Learn where the active shooter trend came from and where it is going. Set your strategy Inside:  Go over strategic protocols, shelter-in-place, and evacuation procedures. Set your strategy Outside:  Learn how and where to barricade to provide the most safety possible. Practice for Possibilities:  Implement Scenarios (no live guns or ammo involved) Talk it over: Discuss what you have learned, ask questions, and get feedback from all participants.  

Active Shooter Response Training2026-02-17T12:23:53-05:00

Basic Shotgun Training – (15 years and up)

Basic Shotgun Class time 3 hrs.  Class cost $80. Students attending this class will be entering into a structured program designed around the first-time ‘entry-level’ shotgun shooter.  The course curriculum is intended to bring new shooters into the shooting community with a focus on the following topics: Introduction/Function/Operation Basic Marksmanship Skills Stance/Grip/Sight Alignment Trigger Control/Gun Safety Weapons Malfunction and Clearance Procedures Basic cleaning and storage of weapons Implementation of family safety rules for children Upon completion of this class, students will understand a shotgun platform or equivalent. They will also have a basic foundation in marksmanship skills that they can use [...]

Basic Shotgun Training – (15 years and up)2026-02-17T18:19:29-05:00

Children’s Basic Handgun (Ages 4-10)

Children's Basic Handgun  3 hrs $80 The KIDS FIREARM Course is a class designed to encourage participation in shooting sports with the focus on firearm safety above all else.  Students will study the importance of following firearm safety rules and applying them when a firearm is encountered.  Special attention is given to explain the difference between a toy and a weapon.  This class outlines the appropriate use of firearms and how to report infractions to parents and/or adults. Students review and practice basic marksmanship skills in the classroom and on the range.  The noise and apprehension of the live fire portion [...]

Children’s Basic Handgun (Ages 4-10)2026-02-18T20:31:20-05:00

Basic Handgun Safety (15 & up)

Basic Handgun Course Class time: 3 hrs.  Class cost: $80 Students attending this class will be entering into a structured program designed around the first-time ‘entry-level’ shooter.  The course curriculum is intended to bring new shooters into the shooting arena with a focus on the following topics: Gun Safety/Cleaning/Storage, Introduction/Function/Operation, Revolvers/Semi-automatics, Basic Marksmanship Skills, Stance/Grip/Sight Alignment, Trigger Control, Weapons Malfunction and Clearance Procedures, Key factors in picking a gun for your needs, Implementation of family safety rules as they apply to children Cancellation Policy: We understand that life happens, and you might need to reschedule your class time. We do allow [...]

Basic Handgun Safety (15 & up)2026-02-18T17:33:17-05:00

6212 Highway 58, Chattanooga TN 37341

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