Defensive Rifle Workshops - Paladin Group Training

Workshops are Paladin’s advanced-level classes. After Defensive Rifle 2.0, instead of the traditional full-day or two-day 3.0 level class found elsewhere, students can pick which topics they’d like to work on in our Workshops (we of course suggest all of them!).

These instructor-led Workshops take students through an in-depth study of a specific defensive shooting skill over the course of multiple drills and discussions. Examples include: using cover, decision-making/stress, movement, distance shooting, engaging multiple threats, and more. Understanding that training time and dollars are limited for most folks, we’ve found this approach to work for advanced-level training.

IMPORTANT PREREQUISITES: Students must have a valid Massachusetts LTC (resident or non-resident). These are advanced-level classes. Students who have taken our Defensive Rifle 2.0 will be well prepared for these Workshops. Others are welcome, as long as they have taken several rifle courses elsewhere (from a recognized academy/instructor) where tactical shooting and movement were part of the curriculum.

Note: Handguns are optional for most Rifle Workshops (needed for Rifle to Pistol Transition Workshop). If you have taken Defensive Pistol 2.0 or have had a similar level of training with another recognized instructor/academy you may bring a handgun.

These courses require physical activity. Please be realistic about your abilities.

Upcoming Class Dates:
(Class size is limited)

Sunday, April 13, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (8 spots open)
Focus: Movement

Sunday, May 4, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (8 spots open)
Focus: Shooting 50-100 yards

Price: $80 per student ($70 for DF&GC members). After submitting your registration form (below), you will be contacted regarding payment. We accept Venmo and credit cards. Do not pay until contacted with either a credit card or Venmo invoice from us. Payment is typically due within 24 hours of invoicing in order to reserve your spot in the class.

This class is held outdoors at Danvers Fish & Game Club in Middleton, MA, and both club members and non-members may register to attend.