Now that we have two training courses under our belt, Jim and I have made some further adjustments to the Vuurwapen Concepts course curriculum. The second course incorporated some pistol shooting, and all subsequent courses will expand on that. Most notably, however, we’re moving to a three-day course format (with an optional fourth day at the beginning for refreshing fundamentals). This will allow for additional training and evaluation time over the two-day format, although the course fee remains relatively low at $450. We’ve scheduled courses for October 11-13 and November 8-10, again at Sniper Country in northern Utah.
Also relevant to potential students is that we have added approximately half a dozen instructors, all of whom have special operations experience in military or federal government units or agencies (or both). Their expertise varies from breaching to trauma medicine, although all are extremely proficient with firearms and capable of passing these skills on to others. We’re working on bios and further information, but a lot of these guys are still working in their respective fields, so various security concerns may require that some information be withheld. I know this sounds super secret squirrel, but trust me, these guys are really impressive. Their expertise is also very relevant to the courses we’re teaching (including the concealed carry portion of the class), and will allow for expanded course options in the future.
We will have at least three and most likely four instructors at each course. This will allow us to move from course module to course module smoothly while providing as much one-on-one instruction as possible.
Soon I will also share the Vuurwapen Concepts website and other cool stuff. Things are moving along quickly and I’m excited for what the future holds.
Very interested in the October course. Will be staying tuned in for more details. Does that course fee include accommodations on site?
No, the lodge/food fee is extra. There are hotels not too far away if you’d prefer to stay elsewhere.
Um, could you give us a list of current instructors for our general edification?
Vuurwapen/DD East (of the Mississippi)? *crosses fingers*
No plans.
Then, make some.
I love reading your blog. You are really great with words. I have a CHL and take classes bi-monthly sometimes monthly. I think you can never have too much training. I even take the basic classes again just to shoot (I think) We have a former Navy SEAL and a Marine special OPS that run the classes. I think the classes are fun, I don’t know if it is suppose to be fun, but I love it. I wish you could make it down here in Texas. We have a large group that takes these classes. Everything from pistols to AR’s.
The nice thing about coming out to Utah is that everyone can stay at the lodge and it is much cheaper than anything else out there and pretty damn nice too. I think the rate is $75/day and includes food/snacks. It was at $50/day, but the intro rate we had at Sniper Country has expired and so the higher rate applies moving forward.
As far as instructors go, these guys are still operational and have CURRENT experience and can still get it done themselves. A lot of other courses have legit guys too, but most haven’t deployed in awhile because they are retired, or they are back running a business teaching shooting courses. It doesn’t at all mean they can’t teach, it just is a reality. We will be bringing in guys that have a SOF pedigree, are still in the fight, and can get it done behind the gun…..no “older I get the better I was” stuff going on here.
What is the best way to get in contact/sign up for one of the upcoming courses? I live in Northern AZ and would be very interested in either class. Thanks so much.
-Alex
Alex you can sign up right now at this link:
http://www.deliberatedynamics.com/index.php/shop/training/vuurwapen-concepts-hp-carbine-pistol-ii.html
If you have questions just use the “contact us” tab on the page and send an email.
I hope this isn’t a stupid question but I’m fairly new to guns. Do these classes also help with your concealed weapons permit?
Andrew, considering your carbine class. Current carbine is 16″ 556, 1:8, 2.5-10x FFP, 45º irons this is my long range “trainer”, but setup to still be able to run as a carbine. Suitable for the class or would you highly recommend dropping the scope down to a 1-4/5/6x?
We try to have people bring whatever they’re used to shooting or are going to use on a daily basis. If you use and like the 2.5-10, it will be fine for the class.
Any word on a 2014 training calendar? (I keep finding the one on the DD website which seems outdated.)
Working on it, thanks