Are LTC Austin private training options fixed lesson plans?

No. The option names identify a starting point. The content, pace and coaching are adjusted to the student's experience, equipment, ability and goals.

Can I bring my own private group to firearms training?

Yes. Private firearms training can be booked one-on-one or for a student's own private group. Group size and additional-person pricing are confirmed during booking.

Which private firearms training option should a first-time shooter choose?

First-time shooters should choose Handgun Essentials, which begins with safe handling and builds core handgun operation and shooting fundamentals.

Firearms Training & Texas LTC Options

Choose the option that matches your goal. All in-person sessions are private and adjusted to your experience, equipment and priorities.

Private one-on-one or your group Current range area: Florence, north of Austin Beginner through experienced

Private firearms training

Choose your private training session.

Choose the option closest to your goal. Each session is personalized to the student or private group.

Newer shooters

Handgun Essentials

Develop safe gun handling, comfort and dependable handgun fundamentals with focused private instruction.

Choose this if: you are new, recently purchased a handgun, are returning after a long break or never received formal fundamentals training.

Safe handling, loading and unloading
Grip, sights, trigger control and recoil management
Equipment guidance and a repeatable practice plan

No prerequisite Private session

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Skill development

Practical Defensive Handgun

Build safer, more efficient handgun skills for concealed carry and practical use beyond basic static-range shooting.

Choose this if: you already handle and fire a handgun safely and want focused, performance-based development.

Presentation from a holster or ready position
Accountable speed, recoil control and transitions
Carry setup and goal-specific practice

Prior experience Private session

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Specific goals

Personalized Private Training

Use the session for a specific need that does not fit neatly into one of the two starting points.

Choose this if: you are a returning student, need troubleshooting or have a defined training objective.

Red-dot setup, zeroing or equipment questions
Focused troubleshooting or returning-student work
Competition, maintenance or another specific goal

Custom objectives Private session

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All three options use the same personalized booking. Select the closest starting point; the session content is finalized around your needs.

3 hoursSession length

From $350Base session

1-on-1 or groupPrivate format

Texas License to Carry

Choose the part of the LTC process you still need.

Need the online class and range qualification? Choose the Complete Texas LTC Package. Already completed a qualifying classroom course? Choose LTC Proficiency Only. Groups can request a private in-person LTC class.

Complete pathway

Complete Texas LTC Package

Includes the official online classroom course and the private in-person range proficiency demonstration.

Approximately 4 hours online
Private 1–1.5 hour range appointment
Online course and range fees included

$200 Online + in person

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Classroom already complete

LTC Proficiency Only

For students who already completed a qualifying LTC classroom course and only need the required shooting demonstration.

Private 1–1.5 hour appointment
Range fees included
Private-group qualification also available

$150 In person

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Private organizations & groups

Private In-Person LTC Class

A private classroom and range experience for a business, church, family or other group that wants to complete the process together.

Private group date
Classroom instruction and range qualification
Group size and scheduling confirmed in advance

From $1,000 Private group

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Online training

Self-paced course options.

Online courses are provided through OnlineTexasLTC.com. These support licensing and education but do not replace hands-on firearms instruction.

4 hours · online$49

Online Texas LTC

Complete the official Texas LTC classroom portion from your phone, tablet or computer.

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2 hours · online$39

Handgun Essentials Online

Learn handgun operation and shooting fundamentals before or alongside hands-on training.

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40 minutes · onlineFree

Basic Firearm Safety 101

Learn core handling, storage, loading and unloading principles at no cost.

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Not sure which option applies to you?

Describe your experience and what you want to accomplish. You will get a direct recommendation without being pushed toward more training than you need.

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Common questions

Before you book.

Are the private training options fixed lesson plans?

No. The option names help you select the right starting point. The content, pace and coaching are adjusted to your experience, equipment, ability and goals.

Can I bring my spouse, family or friends?

Yes. Private firearms training can be booked one-on-one or for your own private group. Confirm the group size and additional-person pricing during booking.

What should a first-time shooter select?

Choose Handgun Essentials. It begins with safe handling and builds the core skills needed to operate and fire a handgun confidently.

Where is in-person training held?

Unless an option states otherwise, training is currently held at a professional range in Florence, Texas, north of Austin. Exact arrival information is provided with booking.