Since 2010 Josh Dones has been holding Hands-On live fire concealed carry training courses. Josh's training offers a robust curriculum tailored to equip individuals with the skills and mindset required for effective concealed carry, focusing on the importance of developing safe handling skills as well as marksmanship. Josh is a verified concealed carry instructor and his courses are good for all 64 counties within Colorado

Training Overview: Front Range Concealed Carry/Handgun Tactics prides itself on delivering hands-on live-fire concealed carry training, ensuring participants are well-versed in the nuances of handling both pistols and revolvers. The courses delve into the core shooting fundamentals, handgun selection, and foster a proper concealed carry mindset, catering to a wide array of skill levels—from novices to seasoned firearm enthusiasts.

Instructor Credential. Josh brings a wealth of knowledge from starting all the way back in 4-H shooting sports as a kid, competing across the board the entirety of his youth and young adulthood in everything from cowboy action, SASS, IDPA, USPSA, combat pistol, 3 gun, trap, skeet, sporting clays and cowboy mounted shooting. Josh has certifications through the NRA to teach rifle, pistol, home firearms safety, personal protection (both in and outside the home), Josh is also a certified use of force instructor. He spent many years training under James Torrez a 36 year veteran of law enforcement doing active shooter training,  force on force training and scenario based training,  underscoring his commitment to practical, real-world firearms education. His background is decorated with national-level competitive shooting accolades.

Class Dynamics: Participants consistently laud the small class sizes, which facilitate a more personalized and focused learning environment. This setting allows Josh to provide individual attention, ensuring that each student fully grasps the techniques and concepts taught.

Safety and Comfort: Safety is paramount in all sessions, with a strong emphasis on responsible gun ownership. The curriculum begins with fundamental safety principles, gradually building up to more advanced topics. Students have expressed a significant increase in comfort and confidence with firearms post-training, highlighting the effectiveness of Josh’s teaching methods.

Practical Experience: A standout feature of the training is the live-fire practice, which has been particularly praised for its thoroughness. This hands-on approach ensures that learners not only understand the theory behind concealed carry but also develop the practical skills necessary for real-life application.

Inclusivity: The training is noted for its inclusivity, with special commendations for the ladies’ class, which caters to women seeking to learn in a supportive environment. Josh’s ability to adapt to various skill levels ensures that every participant, regardless of their prior experience, leaves with a significant enhancement in their firearm knowledge and skills.

Community Feedback: Endorsements from the community underscore the program’s success, with numerous testimonials attesting to Josh’s professionalism, knowledge, and effective teaching methods. The classes are described as streamlined yet detailed, informative, and enjoyable, with a consistent recommendation for those looking to advance their firearm proficiency