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SUAREZ INTERNATIONAL AK WEEKEND in DAYTON TN! Kalashnikov Rifle Marksmanship, Kalashnikov Armorer, and Kalashnikov Rifle Gunfighting! ON FRIDAY OCTOBER 11.................... Kalashnikov Rifle Marksmanship October 11, 2019 Dayton, TN Price : $200 (Discount available when combined with Kalashnikov class on Oct 12-13) Instructor: Randy Harris True mastery of anything begins with fundamentals and this class lays the foundation for safely, effectively and efficiently running the AK platform of rifles. Instead of trying to run an AK like an AR you will learn the most efficient ways to load, fire and maintain the most common infantry rifle in the world- the Kalashnikov pattern rifle. You will learn how to place fight stopping hits with precision , proactive and reactive reloads, malfunction clearance, transition to pistol and using the rifle from different shooting positions. Whether you are using it in a military context, as a police patrol rifle or as a civilian defensive rifle this class will shore up the fundamental skill sets that will put you on the road to being more skilled than the majority of AK users worldwide. There is no prerequisite for this class and it is especially suitable for those who are new to the AK pattern rifle. CLASS AND RANGE DETAILS DURATION: 1 day TIME: 8:30AM to 4:30PM AMMUNITION: Approx. 250 rounds (Minimum) RANGE & GEAR REQUIREMENTS: The usual range safety gear you always take to go shooting. A quality 7.62x39 based rifle. ComBloc is fine, SIG 556R is fine too. Sling on the rifle. At least three magazines, and accompanying pouches (chest rig is fine, war belt is fine, sneaky bag is fine). Bring a pistol with a way to carry it incorporated with your rifle system. For more info and to sign up....https://suarezinternational.com/kalashnikov-rifle-marksmanship-october-11-2019-dayton-tn/?ctk=b6226e3c-c2f7-4c47-85a9-42de141db3f0 THEN THAT NIGHT WE ARE OFFERING AN AK ARMORERS CLASS !!!! Kalashnikov Armorer October 11, 2019 Dayton, TN Price: $125 Instructor: Randy Harris This class covers complete disassembly, reassembly, maintenance and general knowledge of internal workings of the AK operating system. We will also cover complete disassembly and reassembly of the bolt and complete fire control group and cover modifications to make your gun a little more user friendly without making it less reliable. This is not just a lecture, it is a hands on experience. Suggested equipment: If you have small needle nose pliers and a small set of punches and a small gunsmithing hammer that will make life easier. We have some for the class to use but if you have your own tools please bring them. Also a cleaning kit is a good idea so you can clean your rifle once it is disassembled. CLASS AND RANGE DETAILS DURATION: 1 day TIME: 6:00PM to 10:00PM AMMUNITION: NONE Fro more info and to register.....https://suarezinternational.com/kalashnikov-armorer-october-11-2019-dayton-tn/?ctk=c6406e85-67b9-43e8-860e-539ffaa3d999 AND THEN ON SATURDAY AND SUNDAY..... Kalashnikov Rifle Gunfighting October 12 - 13, 2019 Dayton, TN Price: $350 Instructor: Randy Harris Suarez International was among the first to recognize the AK system and it's usefulness as a Civil Defense Rifle in the USA. Rifle confrontations worldwide rarely exceed 25 yards. Rather than a long range marksman's weapon, our research shows the rifle will most likely be used just outside the reach of more conventional weapons, as well as within these closer intervals of confrontation. This course will take the student quickly through the basics and impart the techniques necessary to deploy an AK type rifle in a close interval emergency. This course is highly recommended for civilian defenders, military personnel, or police operators (we make no distinction in the material presented). CLASS AND RANGE DETAILS DURATION: 2 days TIME: 9:00AM to 5:00PM AMMUNITION: Approx. 500 rounds (Minimum) RANGE & GEAR REQUIREMENTS: The usual range safety gear you always take to go shooting. A quality 7.62x39 based rifle. ComBloc is fine, SIG 556R is fine too. Sling on the rifle. At least three magazines, and accompanying pouches (chest rig is fine, war belt is fine, sneaky bag is fine). Bring a pistol with a way to carry it incorporated with your rifle system. Also Helpful Bring spare clothing appropriate for the weather, including a hat, sunscreen, and bug repellent. Plan to bring lunch, snacks, and water (min 1 gallon per person) for the entire day unless driving to lunch is a viable option from the range location. Bring allergy medication (if needed), a chair (if you prefer), note taking supplies, and a boo boo kit (band aids, gauze pads, antiseptic wipes, antibiotic ointment and tape). You may wish to bring pads such as knee pads, elbow pads, and gloves if the class lends itself to that. RANGE: The Ridge 11534 Rhea County Hwy, Hwy 27 Dayton, TN 37321 423-605-4242 http://www.theridgeshooting.com/ DIRECTIONS: Range is located on HWY 27 just north of Dayton TN Take HWY 27 North from Dayton TN. Go 3.2 miles. Look for mailbox with a Glock on it on the right hand side of the road. Take the paved driveway up the hill. If you get to the golf course on hwy 27 you have gone too far. Just a short ride from Chattanooga or Cleveland. For more info and to register.....https://suarezinternational.com/kalashnikov-rifle-gunfighting-october-12-13-2019-dayton-tn/?ctk=6aafe5c0-c444-44c7-a443-de9954c1c1dc

Yes, I will most likely be doing at least 1 more this year.

One week to go!!!!!

Maybe......you’ll just have to wait and see.

And if the guy had been able to LEGALLY carry the gun ON HIS PERSON and not be FORCED to leave it behind then this would not have happened either. I'm not saying he bears no responsibility. I'm saying if it had stayed secured ON HIS PERSON then this could not have happened. But because people (legislature) thinks that an otherwise law abiding person suddenly becomes a craven killer if he carries his gun anywhere near a school event he is forced to leave it unattended. Now should it have been better secured? Of course. But it does not get any more secured than when it is secured on your person. This is a good argument for an "enhanced permit" that would allow those so permitted to carry ANYWHERE so that they are not being forced to leave guns unattended in public when they enter areas that otherwise do not allow guns.

This class is an excellent place to start for the person who maybe has their permit and realizes that the permit class was not really training and wants to dip their toe in the "tactical training world" to be better prepared to deal with threats, but does not want a "SEAL Team 6 fantasy camp" experience. This class is geared toward dealing with the most likely realistic threats. This class covers not only HOW TO SHOOT WELL, but when to shoot, how to recognize an impending assault before it happens and how to hopefully avoid HAVING to shoot. But just because it is our "basic class" does not mean that more seasoned shooters don't get a lot out of it too. This class is a full presentation of FIGHTING with a pistol which is different from just "safely handling a pistol" . I combine real world civilian experience in interpersonal conflict, 20 years of experience in teaching people to shoot, fight and THINK combined with Master class shooting skills and a verifiable resume of continuing education and high level shooting performance. If you are looking for a class to put you on the path to mastery of the martial skills or simply to take a class that actually teaches you how to employ your pistol against the likely threats you would really face on the street this class is what you are looking for.

CRG-1: PISTOL GUNFIGHTING July 13-14, 2019 Chattanooga Area (Range is 40 min SW of Chattanooga) Instructor: Randy Harris Price : $350 Instructor Bio All training must begin with fundamentals. This comprehensive fundamentals class is designed to prep you for the more advanced courses such as Close Range Gunfighting. Through a carefully designed and detailed curriculum we are able to bring you up to a level of skill in a short two day class that previously would take over 4 or 5 days to achieve at other schools. You will learn a complete presentation of the modern combative technique of the pistol which will put you in good standing for any defensive situations you may encounter in the real world. We will also be incorporating fundamental Point Shooting techniques which will prep you for more advanced courses. You will learn the components of various point shooting methods and integrate them into your existing skill sets. This knowledge will put you in good standing for any defensive situations you may encounter in the real world. No experience or prior training is needed to attend this class and it is specially suitable for beginners, or as a tune-up for accomplished shooters. CLASS AND RANGE DETAILS DURATION: 2 days TIME: 9:00AM to 5:00PM CENTRAL TIME AMMUNITION: Approximately 300 rounds (Minimum) RANGE & GEAR REQUIREMENTS: Modern defensive pistol and a holster specifically made for that pistol and designed to be worn on the belt. Three (3) magazines and magazine pouch, a belt of the same width as the belt loops for the holster and magazine pouches, and range safety gear (eye protection, and ear protection). Also Helpful Bring spare clothing appropriate for the weather, including a hat, sunscreen, and bug repellent. Plan to bring lunch, snacks, and water (min 1 gallon per person) for the entire day unless driving to lunch is a viable option from the range location. Bring allergy medication (if needed), a chair (if you prefer), note taking supplies, and a boo boo kit (band aids, gauze pads, antiseptic wipes, antibiotic ointment and tape). You may wish to bring pads such as knee pads, elbow pads, and gloves if the class lends itself to that. For more info and to register for this class.....https://suarezinternational.com/crg-1-pistol-gunfighting-july-13-14-2019-chattanooga-tn/?ctk=75c79843-c20e-42eb-86fa-76372dc0c876

Looks like we are down to 6 spots left......

Going to be interesting to see how they try to spin this into "Alt right terrorism" when the perpetrators were an adult registered democrat who hates Christians and a teen age transgender accomplice.... https://dailycaller.com/2019/05/08/colorado-shooter-hatred-christianity/ The motive of the Colorado shooting suspects “went beyond bullying and involved revenge and anger towards others at the school,” sources close to the investigation told the Denver Channel. The shooting resulted in one death with eight other students wounded. At least one of the suspects had been in therapy and illegally used drugs, the Channel also reported. One of the suspects, Devon Erickson, is an adult while the other unnamed suspect is a minor. (RELATED: Sheriff: 2 Suspects In Custody Following School Shooting Outside Denver, 8 Injured) Facebook posts reveal that 18-year-old Devon Erickson previously expressed hatred for Christians, according to Heavy. “You know what I hate? All these Christians who hate gays, yet in the ible, it says in Deuteronomy 17:12-13, if someone doesn’t do what their priest tells them to do, they are supposed to die. It has plenty of crazy stuff like that,” Erickson wrote in one Facebook post several years ago. “But all they get out of it is, ‘Ewwwwww, gays.'” The second suspect, identified by police as a “juvenile female” was transitioning from female to male at the time of the attack, the Channel reported. Erickson is a registered Democrat who has praised former President Barack Obama and criticized President Donald Trump in posts on social media. He put a “celebrate pride” filter on one of his photos in 2015, according to Heavy. Erickson’s social media activity shows he is from Highlands Ranch, Colorado, and likes video games, paintball, skateboarding and The Walking Dead, according to Heavy. The publication also revealed Erickson’s Instagram profile photo of a demonic red skull smoking against a black background. A car towed from Erickson’s home “has ‘F*** SOCIETY’ spray painted on the side” as well as the number “666” and “what looks like a pentagram sprayed on the hood.” Car towed from #stemshooting suspect’s home apparently has “F*** SOCIETY” spray painted on the side. Also “666” and a what looks like a pentagram sprayed on the hood. pic.twitter.com/e6QX3lq4v3 — John Fenton (@higuysimjohn) May 8, 2019 The shooting took place at STEM School Highlands Ranch, a charter school that serves kids in grades K-12 about 15 miles from Denver, The Associated Press reported.

This one is getting closer every day!!!! And remember if you sign up for this AND the Vehicle class on Friday June 21 there is a discount ! Hope to see you there.

Nice. I definitely approve.

Just about 4 weeks to go and we have 9 open spots left in this class. Don't miss out on the opportunity to practice your skills in a low light environment !

And a rain suit?....

So you think they'd be better or just as good drivers if there was no driving test to pass? Again, if you don't like the fact that the TN state legislature reserves the right to regulate the wearing of arms then you are gonna need to get the TN STATE constitution changed....

Omega , There are varying degrees of "trained". Who said anything about "hundreds of dollars"? Hell I'm just arguing for the MINIMAL level that is already in the permit classes we already have...not lessening it. While we all (anyone who knows any better) look negatively at the minimal amount of training the current HCP class provides , it is still FAR better than NOTHING. The reason you "always hear this same argument, specially from those that teach these courses " is because we actually see first hand on a daily or weekly basis how abysmally bad the gun handling of many casual gun owners truly is....

That is cute and all but shows a pretty basic misunderstanding of the fact that the state of TN retains in the state constitution the right to regulate the wearing and carrying of arms. So if you want to get the state constitution changed then call your legislators and lets get it started.....

I guess making people pass a driving test to be able to legally drive on public roads is an unreasonable imposition too? If people who have no interest in learning how to properly handle and use a firearm want to "bare arms" on their own property they are not really a danger to anyone but their own family (and maybe their next door neighbors). But if they then decide to carry out in the world then they now will potentially effect everyone out in public "down range" from them. If they don't know how to safely handle a gun on a "one way square range" is it really a great idea for them to try to learn it on the fly on a 360 degree "hot range" which is what the outside real world is. Fortunately we do not see many instances of accidental discharges reported (but how many people actually report that though?) but I do know of one in Chattanooga where a young woman was killed when a negligently discharged bullet came through the wall of her apartment and hit her. And before anyone thinks they are going to "question my commitment to the cause" I have carried a gun on my person on a daily basis an average of about 360 days a year for the last 26 years (before some people on this forum were even born). If I'm awake I'm armed unless I have to go through a metal detector or unless I am outside the US in a country where I can not take my gun. I have actually used a gun to defend myself in public. I'm a founding member of my church's security team. I've spent 20 years working in the firearms industry. I am an NRA member, I'm an NRA instructor. I am a TN Handgun Carry Permit Instructor who started teaching the class in 1999. I have voted against anti gun candidates in EVERY single election since I turned 18 in 1990 and I not only shoot competitively as a hobby but also teach people to shoot and to defend themselves with firearms while working for a nationally recognized training company for the last 15 years. And before you even say it ...no... "profit motive".... is not the reason I suggest people actually learn how to safely and effectively handle firearms before they carry them in public. It is simply what conscientious adult humans do. They do not potentially willfully, arrogantly and ignorantly endanger themselves and others out in public. I get it. We all want the 2A to be an absolute written on stone tablets handed down from on high never to be infringed with law of the land. But the other side of that is the old "with power comes responsibility" thing. IF you are going to carry loaded guns in public you really should also be civically minded enough to learn how to use and safely handle them. Not just so that you are far more likely to actually effectively hit the bad guy in a lethal force incident but also so that you are far less likely to hit anyone OTHER than the bad guys.... or not hit yourself or others accidentally from a negligent discharge while handling the gun. (We saw something a while back where some guy shot and killed himself holstering his pistol while sitting in his car. ) I come down on this side of the argument. People have an absolute GOD GIVEN natural law of nature right to defend themselves. Period. On the other hand if they are using projectile weapons that can kill or wound people outside their physical reach they REALLY need to learn the safe handling of the weapon and proper use of it. On their own property they are far less likely to endanger others. Out in public now everyone within range of the weapon is potentially in danger if the carrier does not know how to safely handle the gun they are carrying. Part of being an adult is recognizing the world does not revolve around us and that other people are effected by our decisions and actions. As such it is imperative that we (as defenders of the 2A and frankly just as conscientious adults) learn to safely handle objects that can cause crippling injury and death if we are going to carry them and possibly use them out in public. What I'd rather see than this watered down sad attempt at "pro gun legislation" is a 2 tiered system where a minimal amount of safe gun handling is covered and a minimal accuracy standard is required for the "basic permit" and that might be only $25-$50 ....or heck maybe even free ? (not sure how that unfunded mandate would be carried out). Then have a REAL enhanced permit that requires a bit more training that really is actually ENHANCED where you can carry ANYWHERE (signs or not) and go about your daily life without having to worry about whether it is OK to carry here or there or in this business or that business or in this park or that. At a bare minimum they should remove any legal penalty for carrying past signage for people with a permit. The signs have never stopped the bad guys from carrying so why should the good guys be disarmed if the bad guys are not and if the location is not providing armed security and limited access? If businesses don't like it they can still "trespass" you if they ask you to leave and you don't. THAT would be an actual PRO 2A piece of legislation.

TN / GA / AL Suarez Training Group! On Saturday June 29 we will hold a meeting for the TN/GA/AL Regional Suarez Int Training Group! Subject: ARE YOU REALLY QUALIFIED? Instructor: Tier 1 Suarez Int Staff Instructor Randy Harris Location: Hiawassee Land Company Lake (off Mill Creek Rd) , Rocky Face GA 30740 (contact me for directions. It is about 25 minutes South of Chattanooga off of I-75) Time: 9AM EASTERN time - 3PM EASTERN time Price: $80 - pay at class cash or check. What you need to bring: Pistol, pistol magazines and at least 250 rounds of pistol ammo. Revolvers are welcome if you want to party like it is 1899. This will be a pistol day and we will be shooting some devilish new drills I have acquired and some I have devised and then shooting some federal, state and maybe even some intergalactic LE Qualification drills. Just kidding.... all the drills are from THIS galaxy. We will be shooting some challenging warm up drills and then the Air Marshal , LAPD SWAT, FBI qualification courses and several others. I will also keep records of these (if you are happy with your scores) for future reference and use . This will serve to get your shooting prowess on record by a third party in case it is ever needed in the future in some legal matter. This is also something your church might like to have for their records if you are a member of a church security team. As far as the courts are concerned if it isn't documented it didn't happen so this is an opportunity to get some official scores on paper in case you ever need them . Not only that but it will be a good day of shooting some somewhat challenging courses. This is an EXCELLENT chance to bring someone you know who might need a "reality check" on where their skills actually are. We all know people who are gun owners who keep threatening to get some training. The training days (especially the pistol qual day) is a great way to get them into that and show them what is possible with some directed practice and see where they REALLY are at their present skill level. Looking forward to seeing you there!

TWO weeks to go ! Whether you bring your Stormtrooper blaster , your Pistol Caliber Carbine, your rifle caliber Carbine, your rifle caliber Pistol or whatever, bring it and yourself out to The Ridge in Dayton on May 4th for a fun and educational day working on rifle skills !

Just a little over a month to go on this one! The skills we cover in this class are skills that are almost never actually practiced by most gun carriers yet they are the exact skills that are used in dealing with some of the most likely street crime. So take this opportunity to come out and actually practice shooting in reduced light and using a flashlight in conjunction with your firearm and learn how to effectively use it as a deescalation tool or distraction device when you do not need to shoot or do not have a gun with you. Hope to see you there!

Only THREE weeks to go on this !!!!!!!!!!

Reminder that this is coming up in about 2 months. Don't miss out, this is something few people ever get to actually practice......

We are at 8 weeks to go on this one !