Tactical Rifleman Training Courses

 

Train with Karl Erickson — Real Experience. Real Results.

Karl Erickson brings more than 25 years of military service as a Special Forces Green Beret to every class he teaches. At Tactical Rifleman, Karl and his hand-picked team of subject-matter experts deliver focused, realistic firearms training that prepares students to stay safe, confident, and legally informed. Our courses emphasize safety, decision-making, marksmanship, and tactics for the real world — whether protecting your home, family, or team.

Training Locations — Across the U.S. and the Southeast

Tactical Rifleman conducts firearms and defensive training courses all over the United States, with a strong presence in the Southeast region. We frequently host classes in Clarksville, Tennessee; Louisville and Hopkinsville, Kentucky; Seguin and Dallas, Texas; and Statesville, North Carolina. These locations provide ideal environments for live-fire instruction, scenario-based drills, and realistic defensive training. Whether you’re a first-time shooter or an experienced operator looking to refine your skills, Tactical Rifleman offers convenient, professional training opportunities across the country.




Our Core Courses

  • Home Defense — Learn practical strategies for preventing, detecting, and responding to home intrusions. Topics include threat assessment, household planning, low-light techniques, movement in confined spaces, and legal considerations.

  • Pistol Courses — Fundamentals to advanced defensive pistol skills: drawing, follow-up shots, malfunction drills, shooting on the move, and stress inoculation under realistic conditions.

  • Carbine / AR Training — From zeroing and fundamentals to dynamic carbine transitions, shooting from cover, and malfunctions — tailored for defensive use in both rural and urban settings.

  • Rifle Classes — Long-gun marksmanship, target engagement at extended distances, fundamentals of optics, and practical field skills for defensive and tactical scenarios.

Why Train with Tactical Rifleman?

  • Proven Leadership: Karl Erickson — Special Forces Green Beret with 25+ years in the military — brings real-world combat experience and a deep understanding of tactics, planning, and mission execution.

  • Top-Tier Instructors: Our instructors are subject-matter experts drawn from military, law enforcement, and competitive shooting backgrounds. They teach practical, repeatable skills—not theory.

  • Safety-First Approach: Every course begins and ends with safety protocols. We teach responsible firearm handling, legal considerations, and de-escalation where appropriate.

  • Realistic Training Scenarios: We build muscle memory with stress-tested drills, live-fire exercises, and scenario-based instruction so students perform when it matters most.

  • Customized Learning Paths: Small class sizes and tailored coaching ensure rapid skill development for beginners and advanced practitioners alike.

Who Should Attend

  • Homeowners and families wanting practical home defense plans

  • Civilians seeking to improve defensive pistol or carbine skills

  • Security professionals, private contractors, and first responders

  • Hunters and rifle shooters who want to sharpen marksmanship fundamentals

What to Expect

  • Clear pre-course communications (required equipment, range rules)

  • A safety briefing and written waiver before any live fire

  • Progressive skill modules: fundamentals → applied drills → scenario work

  • Personalized feedback and drills you can practice at home or the range

  • Resources for continued training and legal/safety reading

FAQ

Q: Do I need experience?
A: No. We run beginner-friendly classes as well as intermediate and advanced courses. Each class lists prerequisites.

Q: Are courses legal and insurance-friendly?
A: Yes. We include legal briefings where applicable and operate under established range safety standards.

Q: What gear do I need?
A: Course pages provide a specific equipment list, but basic requirements typically include a reliable firearm, magazines, hearing/eye protection, and range-appropriate ammunition. Loaner options may be available — check the class listing.

Q: Where are classes held?
A: We run courses at approved outdoor and indoor ranges. See the course schedule for upcoming locations and dates.





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Sign up today and learn from Karl Erickson and the Tactical Rifleman team. Whether you’re new to firearms or an experienced shooter sharpening defensive skills, our classes are designed to make you safer, smarter, and more capable.

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