Training Courses

A major component of SEGR is education and training. We provide comfortable, on-site classrooms where a wide variety of courses are offered, covering everything from basic handgun safety, TN Handgun Carry Permit, to advanced level handgun and rifle training for tactical and precision long range.

Strategic Edge Inc. Developed its ranges with three-sided autonomous pistol/tactical rifle shooting bays, two covered rifle range structures for prone and benched centerfire shooters from 100-1250yds, plus a dedicated rimfire range (22LR only) from 25-300yds.

The ranges have a wide variety of steel and traditional targets to properly develop and hone accuracy, speed, and tactical proficiency skills in ways unavailable at indoor ranges, where customers are prohibited from practicing draw strokes, tactical movement, and unconventional shooting.

 If you are interested in learning more about our training programs, feel free to inquire via email (info@strategicedge.us). Email us for questions, availability, or to sign up for a class.

 Please see below for course/class descriptions.  For classes, download the registration form at the bottom of this page to submit to your instructor the day of class.

Online Videos

Safety Orientation 

This video is a required watch to become a member. Covering the standard safety rules, it is an important part of your becoming a member and safety officer. Existing members will benefit from watching as a refresher, to keep the rules front and center. 

Members only email with questions or for the link to this class Info@StrategicEdge.us

Course Length - 24 Minutes Fee - Free To Members

Range Tour & Do's and Don'ts 

This video is designed to help new members find their way around the range and better understand our safety requirements. Also, a good refresher for existing members, will help you be more familiar with the layout of the Range, the rules, and what to do and not to do. 

Members Only email with questions or for the link to this class Info@StrategicEdge.us

Course Length - 36 Minutes Fee - Free To Members

Long Range Qualifier 

The Long-Range Qualifier video is part of qualifying to use the long-range facilities. Once completed, you will receive a “Long-Range” sticker for your membership card. Once qualified, you can shoot past 500 yards on the Range. The video covers additional safety rules and is an important step to you being a safety officer. Note: Only members with the “LR” sticker may shoot on the long range, unless accompanied by an SEGR instructor. Existing members will benefit from watching as a refresher. 

Members only email with questions or for the link to this class Info@StrategicEdge.us

Course Length - 42 Minutes Fee - Free To Members

50 BMG, Big Bore, and Over Bore Qualifier 

This video is a requirement for anyone wishing to shoot Over/Big bore cartridges (over 338 caliber to 50 BMG). Once completed, you will be issued a separate card that enables you to shoot those firearm types/sizes on the Range. The video covers additional safety rules, focusing on big/over bore cartridges, and is the third level in qualifying as a safety officer. Note: Only 50BMG card holders may shoot qualifying firearms unless accompanied by an SEGR instructor. Existing members will benefit by watching this video as a refresher. 

Members only email with questions or for the link to this class Info@StrategicEdge.us

Course Length - 32 Minutes Fee - Free To Members

Shooter Ballistics

This video course is specialized and intended to teach shooters how to set up and run the “Shooter Ballistics” Program. It covers the meaning behind each setting. Students enrolling in this course must have an Android or apple phone or tablet, and the Shooter Ballistics program installed along with updates. 

Members only email with questions or for the link to this class Info@StrategicEdge.us

Course Length - 2 Hours Fee - Free to Members

Introduction to Long Range Shooting

This course is intended to give members an idea and basic understanding of what it takes to make first round hits at long range. Topics such as equipment & tools needed, safety requirements, external ballistics, controlled & uncontrolled variables, wind reading and  ballistic programs as well as many more are covered.

Members only email with questions or for the link to this class Info@StrategicEdge.us

Course Length - 2 Hours Fee - Free to Members

Classroom Training Courses

Trauma 1

This course is an approach to basic Trauma care. We will discuss and practice AHA CPR, the recognition and treatment of penetrating/ballistic trauma, and the basics of airway management. We will cover your “trauma kit”, what to have and its use, as well as alternative supplies that can be useful. We will discuss case studies of real-life situations/events and challenge your knowledge and understanding. “Stop the Bleed” is included in this class. Upon completion, you will receive a certificate of completion.

Email Joey Story with questions or to sign up for the class at JoeyStory@gmail.com

Course Length - 4 Hours Fee - Free To Members Items Required - Pen and Paper

Trauma 2

Trauma 2 is a more in-depth approach to trauma. You must complete Trauma 1 to qualify for this class. We will have detailed discussions on the physiology of the circulatory and airway systems including treatment, covering: advanced airway control, needle compression techniques, and basic suturing. Upon completion, you will receive a “Certificate of Completion”.

 Email Joey Story with questions or to sign up for the class at JoeyStory@gmail.com

Course Length - 4 Hours Fee - Free To Members Items Required - Pen and Paper

Precision Reloading Class

This course is specialized and intended to teach Precision rifle loading and load development. You will learn basic through advanced loading techniques, equipment requirements, safety, testing, and a host of other information concerning internal/external ballistics. Students will experience “hands-on” portions of the process. Lunch is provided.

Email Dennis Dean with questions or to sign up for this class Ddean2341@gmail.com

 Course Length - 8 Hours Fee - $150 Items Required - Pen and Paper

Classroom/Range Courses

Handgun I: Tennessee Handgun Carry Permit Certification

This course meets and/or exceeds the State of Tennessee’s minimum educational requirements for obtaining a Handgun Carry Permit. Our State approved training covers a variety of important topics such as: Basic firearms nomenclature (parts breakdown/identification/description/function), firearms safety, firing range safety rules, safe loading and unloading, fundamentals of marksmanship, safe firearms handling, legal issues related to personal protection, armed confrontations, and firearms carry. Students are required to spend time in both the classroom and firing range. The course requires shooting from 3 to 7 Yards only. After course completion, students will receive a special State certificate used in the application process of obtaining your handgun carry permit. The course is focused on the inexperienced shooter. Students should come prepared for any weather conditions.

Email Rick Gann with questions or to sign up for this class at RGann@StrategicEdge.us

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Course Length - 8 Hours Fee - $90 Minimum Ammunition Required - 100 rounds

Handgun II: Basic Handgun Fundamentals & Carry Tactics

This course is intended for civilians who have some experience but want to push themselves and their shooting skills beyond the State required minimums while learning the basics of tactical carry and practical shooting. Also law enforcement officers seeking “in-service” type reinforcement training. Students will refine and broaden their marksmanship skills as well as their draw-stroke, malfunction mitigation, tactical and empty gun reloading, and basic defensive tactics. This course is a pre-requisite for our more advanced handgun courses. Students should come prepared for any weather conditions.

Email Jon Leverette  or Rick Gann with questions or to sign up for this class at JLeverette@StrategicEdge.us or RGann@StrategicEdge.us

Course Length - 8 Hours Fee - $200 Minimum Ammunition Required - 500 rounds

Handgun III: Close Quarters Combat (CQC) and Tactical Carry

This is an advanced level shooting course designed to refine and enhance your existing skill level with a strong emphasis on perfecting the draw-stroke, quick target acquisition, shooting speed, and tactical movement in close quarters engagements. “Handgun II” is a pre-requisite for this course. Handgun III helps to prepare the student with the skills and information to survive most deadly force encounters. While our 2nd level course refines the shooting skills, our level III course brings the realities of real deadly force shootings into focus and bridges the gap from advanced fundamentals to tactical proficiency. Repetitive drills and an intense focus on minimizing time-consuming and unnecessary motion will significantly enhance the student’s proficiency and awareness. This class will include low-light shooting drills. Students should come prepared for any weather conditions.

Email Jon Leverette with questions or to sign up for the class at JLeverette@StrategicEdge.us

Course Length - 8 to 10 Hours Fee - $300 Minimum Ammunition Required - 600 rounds

Low Light Handgun

This course is designed to familiarize shooters with firing a handgun in low light/no light conditions. Most violent crimes occur during the hours of darkness, but very little time is spent training in such conditions. Shooters will learn how light affects human vision, what to expect during low light conditions, the pros/cons of handheld light applications (how/when to properly apply them), key principles of low-light tactics, the concept of light as a force option, and identify various lighting conditions utilizing weapon mounted lights. A quality handheld light with a tail switch and minimum of 100 lumens is required. Weapon mounted lights are not required for this class but are highly recommended. 

Email Jon Leverette with questions or to sign up for the class at JLeverette@StrategicEdge.us

Course Length - 5 Hours Fee - $200 Minimum Ammunition Required - 250 rounds

Introduction to Competition Shooting (USPSA)

This course is intended for shooters interested in shooting their first competition pistol match or shooters who want to increase their dynamic skill with a pistol. The classroom portion will consist of general competition rules and commands. The range portion will consist of fundamental skills necessary for the competition shooter from static positions first - drawing, shooting target arrays, and reloads. Shooters will then learn how to move safely with a firearm in hand and maintain a safe muzzle direction with different dynamic movements. Shooters will finish the class by shooting a stage allowing them to apply the skills learned. While this is an introduction to competition shooting, this is not necessarily a beginner class. Shooters are expected to have a basic understanding of firearm function (loading and unloading) and safety, and should know how to engage a target (expect to shoot targets up to 25yds). This class will build on shooters’ beginner foundations and give them a new foundation to continue building their skillset on, either for competition shooting or their own personal training.

Email Grace Laster with questions or to sign up for the class at Grace@2alphagrace.com

Course Length - 4-5 Hours Fee - $200 Minimum Ammunition Required - 250 rounds

Handgun:  Private Instruction

In this setting the student will have the benefit of the instructor's full attention and knowledge. With private instruction the student benefits by learning new skills in a shorter time frame. Students not only receive an instructor's complete syllabus in whatever topic the student desires but also benefits from asking specific questions and getting answers tailored to the students' personal learning objectives.

Instructors are available to teach a variety of subjects and can tailor the instructional services over longer periods with shorter individual sessions of as little as one hour.

COST: The cost of private instruction is specific to the individual instructor and the type of instruction requested.

COURSES OFFERED: We offer a full range of private instructional support from firearm familiarization and nomenclature to advanced CQC and unconventional shooting techniques.

SUMMARY: For anyone who is interested in private instruction, please send an email describing the nature of the training you're  interested in, the number of hours requested, as well as your available schedule. We will respond as soon as we can determine which instructors are available to help you with your particular schedule as well as the hourly fees for the instruction you seek. Once an instructor is selected, he/she will work with you to develop a course of study tailored to your needs. If you want to request a specific instructor, we will try our best to accommodate your request.

Email with questions or to sign up for a session at Info@StrategicEdge.us

Carbine I: Basic Short Rifle (M4/AR-15)

This course is especially geared toward the inexperienced or new carbine rifle owner and focuses on the basics of the M4/AR-15 carbine rifle system.  Students will become proficient in the take-down, cleaning, general maintenance, sight adjustment/alignment, and basic marksmanship, as well as ammunition selection and external ballistics. Other carbine rifles such as the SKS/AK platform rifles are allowed but the course is specifically geared toward the Colt patent rifles. Students should come prepared for any weather conditions.

Email Jon Leverette  or Rick Gann with questions or to sign up for this class at JLeverette@StrategicEdge.us or RGann@StrategicEdge.us

Course Length - 8 Hours Fee - $150 Minimum Ammunition Required - 100 rounds

Carbine II: Tactical Carbine (M4/AR-15)

This course is designed to deliver an advanced level of tactical marksmanship, speed, and proper movement principles to the carbine owner. Especially for those who have practical knowledge of firearms but may lack the specific skills needed to navigate a CQC deadly encounter with a carbine rifle. Iron sights, tactical optics or holographic style optics required with zero set prior to class. Carbine I is a pre-requisite.  Students should come prepared for any weather conditions.

Email Jon Leverette with questions or to sign up for this class at JLeverette@StrategicEdge.us

Course Length - 16 Hours Fee - $350 Minimum Ammunition Required - 500 rounds

Precision Rifle I: Long Gun Fundamentals

This course is intended for shooters who want to increase their skill and knowledge of the long rifle as a system. The classroom portion will consist of a rifle and gear assessment, recommendations for equipment, fundamentals review, and the reasoning behind fundamentals. Then it is off to the firing line for sight-in and fundamental shooting drills that are a must for every serious precision shooter. Students enrolling in this course must bring a quality bolt-action or a semi-automatic center-fire rifle, in good working condition, chambered in calibers .223-.30, including: a good quality optical sight, bi-pod, and rear bag. Students will be shooting at a distance of 100 yards. Students should come prepared for any weather conditions.

Email with questions or to sign up for the class at Info@StrategicEdge.us

Course Length - 8 Hours Fee - $250 Minimum Ammunition Required - 100 rounds

Precision Rifle II: Exterior Ballistics In Practice

This course requires the skills learned in the Precision Rifle I course and focuses on exterior ballistics in real world use. You will learn how to arrive at your scope correction factor, use multiple B.C.'s and true your shooting solutions for 1st round hits at distance. You will experience both controlled and uncontrolled variables and learn the correct way to deal with them in the field. Students will be shooting from 100 through 1250 yards. Students enrolling in this course must bring a quality bolt-action or a semi-automatic center-fire rifle, in good working condition, chambered in calibers that are supersonic to 1000yds, equipped with a good-quality optical sight, as well as a rear bag, and have it properly zeroed at 100 yards. Precision Rifle I and the “Shooter Ballistics” courses are a pre-requisite. You will need ammunition capable of at least 1 MOA at distance. Students should come prepared for any weather conditions.

Email with questions or to sign up for the class at Info@StrategicEdge.us

Course Length - 8 Hours Fee - $400 Minimum Ammunition Required - 150 rounds

Precision Rifle III: Advanced Long Range Rifle

This course further refines the skills acquired in the Precision Rifle I & II courses. The instructor will cover wind reading, hi/low angle shots, position shooting, sling use, obstacle shooting, low light conditions, and a host of other subjects.  This course builds on the concepts of marksmanship by teaching the student how to shoot to the strongest position. Students will be shooting from 100 to 1250 yards in varying light and wind conditions and must bring rifles that are properly zeroed at 100 yards and chambered for cartridges capable of sustaining supersonic velocity to 1000 yards. Precision Rifle II is a pre-requisite. Students should come prepared for any weather conditions. Please contact the instructor for a list of other required gear.

Email with questions or to sign up for the class at Info@StrategicEdge.us

Course Length - 10 to 12 Hours Fee - $600 Minimum Ammunition Required - 200 rounds

Precision Rifle:  Private Instruction

In this setting the student will have the benefit of the instructor's full attention and knowledge. With private instruction the student benefits by learning new skills in a shorter time frame. Students can ask specific questions and get answers tailored to the students' personal learning objectives.

COST: Please contact us for the hourly rate.

SUMMARY: For anyone who is interested in private instruction, please send an email describing the nature of the training you're  interested in, the number of hours requested, as well as your available schedule. 

Email with questions or to sign up for a secession at Info@StrategicEdge.us