Classes & events
Upcoming trainings.
Here at Dead Center, we believe being a proficient shooter requires training. Whether you’re brand new to shooting or need to refine your skills, we have the people that can help you and your loved ones stay ready!
WEEKLY RANGE SPECIALS:
TUESDAYS: Ladies range time is FREE all day!
THURSDAYS: FREE pistol rental
FRIDAY Date Night*: Two for $25.00 – 2 shooters on a shared lane with 2 targets of your choice
*not applicable during special events or on holidays
Basic handgun class
LEARN THE BASICS OF HANDGUN SAFETY AND MARKSMANSHIP
Sunday gunday shooting competition
2ND AND 4TH SUNDAY NIGHT OF EVERY MONTH AT 6PM
SELECT “SUNDAY GUNDAY”
$20 PER PERSON | $15 FOR MEMBERS
Training
INFO
All basic handgun course students will receive class materials and a completion certificate upon finishing the course. Participants must be law-abiding citizens legally permitted to possess a firearm.
Meet the Instructors
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TIM DOWNING
NRA CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR
(Certified Pistol & Rifle)
Tim has been an instructor for three years and loves working with those wishing to hone their skills. He has been a competitive shooter for the past six years in pistol, rifle and mid to long range shooting. His calming demeanor has helped first time shooters to understand firearm safety and grow their experience. Tim takes pride in being able to convey the mechanics of shooting so that a person more easily recognizes what allows them to be more confident with a firearm.
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Anthony Davis
NRA CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR
(Certified Pistol & Rifle)
Anthony has been an instructor for two years. He enjoys working with both new and more seasoned shooters. He has military experience as a Marine Corps infantryman; with two combat deployments to Afghanistan. He has years of shooting experience: starting from the age of six, hunting with his grandpa and uncle. Anthony enjoys helping individuals achieve their desired goals with firearms, whether it be someone completely new to firearms or someone with experience who just wants to improve or expand their skills and knowledge.
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Tá Pettiford
NRA CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR
(Certified Pistol & Rifle)
Ta’ has been an instructor for five years and has rounded out her firearm knowledge working at Glock as an armorer. She has helped women and men from various firearm skill levels with her caring and humorous manner. Ta’ has worked with entire families, including young children, to help teach a solid foundation of firearm safety. She guides her students with a solid knowledge base and core fundamentals so their experience grows along with their ability.
private lessons
Private Lesson times will be confirmed through email or by phone with the instructor
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Basic Handgun
Basic Handgun Safety and Marksmanship
Introduction: The course is designed for the person who is unfamiliar with firearms procedures, safety practices or needs to develop a solid foundation of shooting skills with regard to the handgun. It is excellent for people new to, or returning to, shooting sports, or someone needing a refresher course of the basics.
Goal: To provide you the basic knowledge, skills and mindset necessary for owning and operating a handgun safely.
Topics:
- Basic firearms safety rules
- Mindset of owning a firearm
- Characteristics of a handgun (Revolver or Semi-Automatic)
- Common handgun action types
- Ammunitions types and characteristics
- Eye dominance
- Fundamentals of marksmanship
- Loading and unloading
Ammunition: All ammunition will be provided for you.
Gear Required: None. All course materials, firearm(s), eye and ear protection will be provided.
Method of Instruction: Lecture, demonstration and practical application on the range.
Skill Prerequisites: None
Duration: 4 hours
Course Cost: $125
Notes:
- Minimum age requirement is 18. (An age waiver can be obtained, but please call or email Dead Center management for specific information.)
- You can bring your own handgun and ammunition if you have one available to you.
- No live ammunition allowed in the classroom.
- You will receive a certificate of completion and 10% discount off any of our other training courses or private firearms instruction upon completing this course
Private Instruction
Private instruction is available by appointment. Call 770.614.0562
Basic Handgun
Basic Handgun Safety and Marksmanship
Introduction: The course is designed for the person who is unfamiliar with firearms procedures, safety practices or needs to develop a solid foundation of shooting skills with regard to the handgun. It is excellent for people new to, or returning to, shooting sports, or someone needing a refresher course of the basics.
Goal: To provide you the basic knowledge, skills and mindset necessary for owning and operating a handgun safely.
Topics:
- Basic firearms safety rules
- Mindset of owning a firearm
- Characteristics of a handgun (Revolver or Semi-Automatic)
- Common handgun action types
- Ammunitions types and characteristics
- Eye dominance
- Fundamentals of marksmanship
- Loading and unloading
Ammunition: All ammunition will be provided for you.
Gear Required: None. All course materials, firearm(s), eye and ear protection will be provided.
Method of Instruction: Lecture, demonstration and practical application on the range.
Skill Prerequisites: None
Duration: 4 hours
Course Cost: $125
Notes:
- Minimum age requirement is 18. (An age waiver can be obtained, but please call or email Dead Center management for specific information.)
- You can bring your own handgun and ammunition if you have one available to you.
- No live ammunition allowed in the classroom.
- You will receive a certificate of completion and 10% discount off any of our other training courses or private firearms instruction upon completing this course
Private Instruction
Private instruction is available by appointment. Call 770.614.0562
Basic Handgun
Basic Handgun Safety and Marksmanship
Introduction: The course is designed for the person who is unfamiliar with firearms procedures, safety practices or needs to develop a solid foundation of shooting skills with regard to the handgun. It is excellent for people new to, or returning to, shooting sports, or someone needing a refresher course of the basics.
Goal: To provide you the basic knowledge, skills and mindset necessary for owning and operating a handgun safely.
Topics:
- Basic firearms safety rules
- Mindset of owning a firearm
- Characteristics of a handgun (Revolver or Semi-Automatic)
- Common handgun action types
- Ammunitions types and characteristics
- Eye dominance
- Fundamentals of marksmanship
- Loading and unloading
Ammunition: All ammunition will be provided for you.
Gear Required: None. All course materials, firearm(s), eye and ear protection will be provided.
Method of Instruction: Lecture, demonstration and practical application on the range.
Skill Prerequisites: None
Duration: 4 hours
Course Cost: $125
Notes:
- Minimum age requirement is 18. (An age waiver can be obtained, but please call or email Dead Center management for specific information.)
- You can bring your own handgun and ammunition if you have one available to you.
- No live ammunition allowed in the classroom.
- You will receive a certificate of completion and 10% discount off any of our other training courses or private firearms instruction upon completing this course
Private Instruction
Private instruction is available by appointment. Call 770.614.0562
Basic Handgun
Basic Handgun Safety and Marksmanship
Introduction: The course is designed for the person who is unfamiliar with firearms procedures, safety practices or needs to develop a solid foundation of shooting skills with regard to the handgun. It is excellent for people new to, or returning to, shooting sports, or someone needing a refresher course of the basics.
Goal: To provide you the basic knowledge, skills and mindset necessary for owning and operating a handgun safely.
Topics:
- Basic firearms safety rules
- Mindset of owning a firearm
- Characteristics of a handgun (Revolver or Semi-Automatic)
- Common handgun action types
- Ammunitions types and characteristics
- Eye dominance
- Fundamentals of marksmanship
- Loading and unloading
Ammunition: All ammunition will be provided for you.
Gear Required: None. All course materials, firearm(s), eye and ear protection will be provided.
Method of Instruction: Lecture, demonstration and practical application on the range.
Skill Prerequisites: None
Duration: 4 hours
Course Cost: $125
Notes:
- Minimum age requirement is 18. (An age waiver can be obtained, but please call or email Dead Center management for specific information.)
- You can bring your own handgun and ammunition if you have one available to you.
- No live ammunition allowed in the classroom.
- You will receive a certificate of completion and 10% discount off any of our other training courses or private firearms instruction upon completing this course
Private Instruction
Private instruction is available by appointment. Call 770.614.0562
Basic Handgun
Basic Handgun Safety and Marksmanship
Introduction: The course is designed for the person who is unfamiliar with firearms procedures, safety practices or needs to develop a solid foundation of shooting skills with regard to the handgun. It is excellent for people new to, or returning to, shooting sports, or someone needing a refresher course of the basics.
Goal: To provide you the basic knowledge, skills and mindset necessary for owning and operating a handgun safely.
Topics:
- Basic firearms safety rules
- Mindset of owning a firearm
- Characteristics of a handgun (Revolver or Semi-Automatic)
- Common handgun action types
- Ammunitions types and characteristics
- Eye dominance
- Fundamentals of marksmanship
- Loading and unloading
Ammunition: All ammunition will be provided for you.
Gear Required: None. All course materials, firearm(s), eye and ear protection will be provided.
Method of Instruction: Lecture, demonstration and practical application on the range.
Skill Prerequisites: None
Duration: 4 hours
Course Cost: $125
Notes:
- Minimum age requirement is 18. (An age waiver can be obtained, but please call or email Dead Center management for specific information.)
- You can bring your own handgun and ammunition if you have one available to you.
- No live ammunition allowed in the classroom.
- You will receive a certificate of completion and 10% discount off any of our other training courses or private firearms instruction upon completing this course
Private Instruction
Private instruction is available by appointment. Call 770.614.0562
Basic Handgun
Basic Handgun Safety and Marksmanship
Introduction: The course is designed for the person who is unfamiliar with firearms procedures, safety practices or needs to develop a solid foundation of shooting skills with regard to the handgun. It is excellent for people new to, or returning to, shooting sports, or someone needing a refresher course of the basics.
Goal: To provide you the basic knowledge, skills and mindset necessary for owning and operating a handgun safely.
Topics:
- Basic firearms safety rules
- Mindset of owning a firearm
- Characteristics of a handgun (Revolver or Semi-Automatic)
- Common handgun action types
- Ammunitions types and characteristics
- Eye dominance
- Fundamentals of marksmanship
- Loading and unloading
Ammunition: All ammunition will be provided for you.
Gear Required: None. All course materials, firearm(s), eye and ear protection will be provided.
Method of Instruction: Lecture, demonstration and practical application on the range.
Skill Prerequisites: None
Duration: 4 hours
Course Cost: $125
Notes:
- Minimum age requirement is 18. (An age waiver can be obtained, but please call or email Dead Center management for specific information.)
- You can bring your own handgun and ammunition if you have one available to you.
- No live ammunition allowed in the classroom.
- You will receive a certificate of completion and 10% discount off any of our other training courses or private firearms instruction upon completing this course
Private Instruction
Private instruction is available by appointment. Call 770.614.0562
