FTAC Academy

NRA Refuse To Be A Victim
2026-02-19 17:30 - 21:30 (America/Chicago)
Refuse To Be A Victim
Your Key to Crime Prevention and Personal Safety

Home security strategies
Internet safety
Personal security
Personal Protection Devices: Pepper spray, personal alarms, martial arts, firearms, tasers
Automobile security
Workplace safety
Debit and credit card security
Travel security
Senior citizens and persons with physical disabilities

Safety is our number one concern.
(and it should be yours, as well)

Created by the women of the NRA in 1993, Refuse To Be A Victim, a 4 hour crime prevention seminar, presents a variety of information to help you take a pro-active role in personal safety.
Classes are small with no other present.
All training is held on private property, away from distractions. Classes are small.
Address and directions will be provided prior to class date.
Please call or message us if you have any questions.

Click here to schedule now at the NRA website.

What to bring:

Kansas Driver’s License or ID card.
Beverages (no alcohol)
Appropriate clothing for forecasted weather conditions (shooting will be outdoors).

Bottled water and snacks will be provided.

Please Note:

No children, pets, or guests of any kind are allowed during class. Students only.

NRA Refuse To Be A Victim
2026-03-19 17:30 - 21:30, 2026-04-16 17:30 - 21:30, 2026-05-14 17:30 - 21:30, 2026-06-18 17:30 - 21:30, 2026-07-16 17:30 - 21:30, 2026-08-13 17:30 - 21:30, 2026-09-17 17:30 - 21:30, 2026-10-15 17:30 - 21:30 and 2 more dates
Refuse To Be A Victim
Your Key to Crime Prevention and Personal Safety

Home security strategies
Internet safety
Personal security
Personal Protection Devices: Pepper spray, personal alarms, martial arts, firearms, tasers
Automobile security
Workplace safety
Debit and credit card security
Travel security
Senior citizens and persons with physical disabilities

Safety is our number one concern.
(and it should be yours, as well)

Created by the women of the NRA in 1993, Refuse To Be A Victim, a 4 hour crime prevention seminar, presents a variety of information to help you take a pro-active role in personal safety. Classes are small with no other present. All training is held on private property, away from distractions. Classes are small. Address and directions will be provided prior to class date. Please call or message us if you have any questions.

Click here to schedule now at the NRA website.

What to bring:

Kansas Driver’s License or ID card.
Beverages (no alcohol)
Appropriate clothing for forecasted weather conditions.

Bottled water and snacks will be provided.

Please Note:

No children, pets, or guests of any kind are allowed during class. Students only.

NRA Basic Pistol ILT
2026-03-21 08:00 - 17:00
NRA Basic Pistol Instructor-Led Training
8 hours
Classes start at 8:00 AM

Introduction to safe gun handling and shooting safety.
Opportunity to learn hands-on about various types of handguns and proper operation.
Introduction to various types of ammunition and their uses.
Opportunity to fire various types of pistols and learn advantages and disadvantages of each.
We discuss proper stance and the physical fundamentals of shooting.

This class is a prerequisite for our NRA Personal Protection in the Home and NRA Personal Protection Outside of the Home courses.

Safety is our number one concern.
(and it should be yours, as well)

If you don’t have an appropriate firearm, we have guns and ammo available. If you are thinking about purchasing a gun, we are happy to assist you in selecting the best type for you.
All training and shooting is held on private property, away from distractions. Classes are small with no other shooters present.
Address and directions will be provided prior to class date.

Please call or message us if you have any questions.

Click here to schedule now at the NRA website.

What to bring:

Kansas Driver's License or ID card.
Guns and ammo (if available).
Hearing and eye protection (if available)
Beverages (no alcohol)
Appropriate clothing for forecasted weather conditions (any shooting will be outdoors).

Bottled water and snacks will be provided. Firearms, ammo, and personal protective equipment can be provided for students who don't have their own.

Please Note:

No firearms experience required. Beginners are welcome.
No children, pets, or guests of any kind are allowed during class. Students only.
Laws are strict and complicated as to who may legally handle firearms. If there are any felonies or domestic misdemeanors in yours past, please contact me ahead of time to discuss. There is also information available on the Kansas Attorney General's website, here.

NRA Basic Pistol Instructor
2026-04-11 08:00 - 2026-04-12 17:00
NRA Basic Pistol Instructor
2 day course

Becoming an NRA certified instructor is hard work, but very rewarding.
Take part in an elite group that wants to share their skills with others. If you have firearms experience or are willing to put in the time to gain that experience, FTAC can make it happen.
Greg Rupp is a NRA Training Counselor certified to teach all of our instructor disciplines.

Safety is our number one concern.
(and it should be yours, as well)

All training and shooting is held on private property, away from distractions. Classes are small with no other shooters present.
Address and directions will be provided prior to class date.

Please call or message us if you have any questions.

Click here to schedule now at the NRA website.

What to bring:

Guns and ammo (if available).
Hearing and eye protection (if available)
Beverages (no alcohol)
Appropriate clothing for forecasted weather conditions (any shooting will be outdoors).

Bottled water and snacks will be provided. Firearms, ammo, and personal protective equipment can be provided for students who don't have their own.

Please Note:

There are prerequisites for instructor courses. Please contact us for details.
No children, pets, or guests of any kind are allowed during class. Students only.
Laws are strict and complicated as to who may legally handle firearms. If there are any felonies or domestic misdemeanors in yours past, please contact me ahead of time to discuss. There is also information available on the Kansas Attorney General's website, here.

Kansas Concealed Carry (Hand Gun)
2026-04-18 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-16 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-20 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-18 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-15 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-19 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-17 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-11-21 08:00 - 17:00
Kansas Concealed Carry Handgun (KCCH) Training
8 hours
Classes run from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Check-in begins at 7:30 AM

Introduction to safe gun handling, shooting safety, and firearms maintenance.
Opportunity to learn hands-on about various types of handguns and operation.
Introduction to various types of ammunition and uses.
Education regarding legal issues, including use of deadly force, police interaction, aftermath, in-and out-of-home scenarios.

Safety is our number one concern.
(and it should be yours, as well)

If you own a firearm, we highly recommend that you bring it to class, even if you don’t want to use it to qualify on the range. A 22 caliber pistol will be available for students who don’t have a handgun. Ammo included.
If you are thinking about purchasing a gun, we are happy to assist you in selecting the best type for you.
All training and shooting is held on private property, away from distractions. Classes are small with no other shooters present.
Address and directions will be provided prior to class date.

Please call or message us if you have any questions.

KCCH Range Qualification Requirements:

5 shots (one-handed) at 3 yards.
10 shots (two-handed) at 7 yards, and
10 shots (two-handed) at 10 yards. 18 hits total required.

If the student fails the range qualification, they can re-qualify. We will provide additional gun training as required for qualification.

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What to bring:

Kansas Driver's License or ID card (your KDL number will become your CCH license number).
Guns and ammo (if available).
Hearing and eye protection (if available)
Beverages (no alcohol)

Bottled water and snacks will be provided. Firearms, ammo, and personal protective equipment can be provided for students who don't have their own.

Please Note:

No firearms experience required. Beginners are welcome.
No children, pets, or guests of any kind are allowed during class. Students only.
Laws are strict and complicated as to who may legally handle firearms. If there are any felonies or domestic misdemeanors in yours past, please contact me ahead of time to discuss. There is also information available on the Kansas Attorney General's website, here.

NRA Range Safety Officer
2026-04-25 08:00 - 17:00
NRA Range Safety Officer (RSO) Training

Becoming an NRA certified instructor is hard work, but very rewarding.
Take part in an elite group that wants to share their skills with others. If you have firearms experience or are willing to put in the time to gain that experience, FTAC can make it happen.
Greg Rupp is a NRA Training Counselor certified to teach all of our instructor disciplines.

Safety is our number one concern.
(and it should be yours, as well)

All training and shooting is held on private property, away from distractions. Classes are small with no other shooters present.
Address and directions will be provided prior to class date.

Please call or message us if you have any questions.

Click here to schedule now at the NRA website.

What to bring:

Kansas Driver's License or ID card.
Guns and ammo (if available).
Hearing and eye protection (if available)
Beverages (no alcohol)
Appropriate clothing for forecasted weather conditions (any shooting will be outdoors).

Bottled water and snacks will be provided. Firearms, ammo, and personal protective equipment can be provided for students who don't have their own.

Please Note:

There are prerequisites for instructor courses. Please contact us for details.
No children, pets, or guests of any kind are allowed during class. Students only.
Laws are strict and complicated as to who may legally handle firearms. If there are any felonies or domestic misdemeanors in yours past, please contact me ahead of time to discuss. There is also information available on the Kansas Attorney General's website, here.

NRA Chief Range Safety Officer
2026-04-26 08:00 - 17:00

NRA Personal Protection In the Home
2026-05-30 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-06 08:00 - 2026-06-07 17:00
NRA Personal Protection In the Home
8 hours
Classes start at 8:00 AM

Introduction to basic defensive shooting skills and strategies for home defense.
Learn how to select an appropriate handgun for self-defense.
Information pertaining to the rights of self-defense ascribed to law-abiding individuals.
Discussion of home layout to determine safe areas, learn essentials of cover and concealment, and common sense preparation for general home defense.
Shooting from various positions (standing, kneeling, behind cover, etc.)

Safety is our number one concern.
(and it should be yours, as well)

Any pistol can be used for this class. It is recommended that students learn with 9mm ammunition or larger. Students will need a minimum of 100 rounds of their chosen ammunition.
If you don’t have an appropriate firearm, we have 22 pistols and ammo available. If you are thinking about purchasing a gun, we are happy to assist you in selecting the best type for you.
All training and shooting is held on private property, away from distractions. Classes are small with no other shooters present.
Address and directions will be provided prior to class date.

Please call or message us if you have any questions.

Click here to schedule now at the NRA website.

What to bring:

Kansas Driver's License or ID card
Guns and ammo (if available). 9mm or larger recommended.
Hearing and eye protection (if available)
Beverages (no alcohol)
Appropriate clothing for forecasted weather conditions (shooting will be outdoors).

Bottled water and snacks will be provided. Firearms, ammo, and personal protective equipment can be provided for students who don't have their own.

Please Note:

Basic handgun knowledge is essential before attempting this class.
NRA Basic Pistol training is a prerequisite for this class.
No children, pets, or guests of any kind are allowed during class. Students only.
Laws are strict and complicated as to who may legally handle firearms. If there are any felonies or domestic misdemeanors in yours past, please contact me ahead of time to discuss. There is also information available on the Kansas Attorney General's website, here.

NRA Personal Protection In the Home (PPITH) Instructor
2026-05-31 08:00 - 18:00
NRA Personal Protection In the Home Instructor

Becoming an NRA certified instructor is hard work, but very rewarding.
Take part in an elite group that wants to share their skills with others. If you have firearms experience or are willing to put in the time to gain that experience, FTAC can make it happen.
Greg Rupp is a NRA Training Counselor certified to teach all of our instructor disciplines.

Safety is our number one concern.
(and it should be yours, as well)

All training and shooting is held on private property, away from distractions. Classes are small with no other shooters present.
Address and directions will be provided prior to class date.

Please call or message us if you have any questions.

Click here to schedule now at the NRA website.

What to bring:

Kansas Driver's License or ID card.
Guns and ammo (if available).
Hearing and eye protection (if available)
Beverages (no alcohol)
Appropriate clothing for forecasted weather conditions (any shooting will be outdoors).

Bottled water and snacks will be provided.

Please Note:

There are prerequisites for instructor courses. Please contact us for details.
No children, pets, or guests of any kind are allowed during class. Students only.
Laws are strict and complicated as to who may legally handle firearms. If there are any felonies or domestic misdemeanors in yours past, please contact me ahead of time to discuss. There is also information available on the Kansas Attorney General's website, here.

NRA Personal Protection Outside the Home (PPOTH) Instructor
2026-06-13 17:00 - 2026-06-14 21:00
NRA Personal Protection Outside the Home Instructor
2 day course. Please note that this course occurs on non-consecutive days. Consult our calendar for further details.

Becoming an NRA certified instructor is hard work, but very rewarding.
Take part in an elite group that wants to share their skills with others. If you have firearms experience or are willing to put in the time to gain that experience, FTAC can make it happen.
Greg Rupp is a NRA Training Counselor certified to teach all of our instructor disciplines.

Safety is our number one concern.
(and it should be yours, as well)

All training and shooting is held on private property, away from distractions. Classes are small with no other shooters present.
Address and directions will be provided prior to class date.

Please call or message us if you have any questions.

Click here to schedule now at the NRA website.

What to bring:

Kansas Driver's License or ID card.
Guns and ammo (if available).
Hearing and eye protection (if available)
Beverages (no alcohol)
Appropriate clothing for forecasted weather conditions (any shooting will be outdoors).

Bottled water and snacks will be provided.

Please Note:

There are prerequisites for instructor courses. Please contact us for details.
No children, pets, or guests of any kind are allowed during class. Students only.
Laws are strict and complicated as to who may legally handle firearms. If there are any felonies or domestic misdemeanors in yours past, please contact me ahead of time to discuss. There is also information available on the Kansas Attorney General's website, here.

NRA Basic Shotgun
2026-07-11 08:00 - 18:00
NRA Basic Shotgun Training
10 hours
Classes start at 8:00 AM

Learn about the different types of shotguns and their parts.
We’ll cover ammunition types and their uses.
We will discuss proper stance and the fundamentals of properly shooting flying targets.
Get the opportunity to learn hands on about a specific type of shotgun (learn your own gun).

Safety is our number one concern.
(and it should be yours, as well)

If you don’t have a shotgun, we will have guns and ammunition ($5 a box) available.
This course will include a good deal of time on the range actually breaking targets. This is a hands-on interactive course. By the end of the day, you should have acquired solid base knowledge on the fundamentals of shooting shotgun.
Classes are small with no other shooters present.
If you are thinking about purchasing a gun, we are happy to assist you in selecting the best type for you.
All training and shooting is held on private property, away from distractions. Classes are small with no other shooters present.
Address and directions will be provided prior to class date.

Please call or message us if you have any questions.

Click here to schedule now at the NRA website.

What to bring:

Kansas Driver’s License or ID card.
Guns and ammo (if available) – at least two boxes, target 8 or 7.5 shot.
Guns and ammo (if available).
Hearing and eye protection (if available)
Beverages (no alcohol)
Appropriate clothing for forecasted weather conditions (shooting will be outdoors).

Bottled water and snacks will be provided. Firearms, ammo, and personal protective equipment can be provided for students who don’t have their own. There is a charge of $5 per box of ammo for this class.

Please Note:

No firearms experience required. Beginners are welcome.
No children, pets, or guests of any kind are allowed during class. Students only.
Laws are strict and complicated as to who may legally handle firearms. If there are any felonies or domestic misdemeanors in yours past, please contact me ahead of time to discuss. There is also information available on the Kansas Attorney General’s website, here.

NRA Basic Rifle
2026-07-12 08:00 - 18:00
NRA Basic Rifle Training
10 hours
Classes start at 8:00 AM

Introduction to safe rifle handling and shooting.
Opportunity to learn hands-on about various types of rifles and their operation.
Intro to ammunition types and uses.
Learn various shooting positions, from bench rest to standing unsupported.
Training will be done with 22 rifles.

Safety is our number one concern.
(and it should be yours, as well)

If you don’t have a 22 rifle, we have guns and ammo available.
This will include a good deal of time on the range actually shooting targets. The class is a hands on interactive course. By the end of the day you should have a good base of knowledge on the fundamentals for shooting a rifle.
If you are thinking about purchasing a gun, we are happy to assist you in selecting the best type for you.
All training and shooting is held on private property, away from distractions. Classes are small with no other shooters present.
Address and directions will be provided prior to class date.

Please call or message us if you have any questions.

Click here to schedule now at the NRA website.

What to bring:

Kansas Driver's License or ID card.
Guns and ammo (if available).
Hearing and eye protection (if available)
Beverages (no alcohol)
Appropriate clothing for forecasted weather conditions (any shooting will be outdoors).

Bottled water and snacks will be provided. Firearms, ammo, and personal protective equipment can be provided for students who don't have their own.

Please Note:

No firearms experience required. Beginners are welcome.
No children, pets, or guests of any kind are allowed during class. Students only.
Laws are strict and complicated as to who may legally handle firearms. If there are any felonies or domestic misdemeanors in yours past, please contact me ahead of time to discuss. There is also information available on the Kansas Attorney General's website, here.

NRA Shotgun Instructor
2026-08-07 - 2026-08-08
NRA Shotgun Instructor
2 day course

Becoming an NRA certified instructor is hard work, but very rewarding.
Take part in an elite group that wants to share their skills with others. If you have firearms experience or are willing to put in the time to gain that experience, FTAC can make it happen.
Greg Rupp is a NRA Training Counselor certified to teach all of our instructor disciplines.

Safety is our number one concern.
(and it should be yours, as well)

All training and shooting is held on private property, away from distractions. Classes are small with no other shooters present.
Address and directions will be provided prior to class date.

Please call or message us if you have any questions.

Click here to schedule now at the NRA website

What to bring:

Kansas Driver's License or ID card
Hearing and eye protection
Beverages (no alcohol)
Appropriate clothing for forecasted weather conditions (any shooting will be outdoors).

Bottled water and snacks will be provided.

Please Note:

There are prerequisites for instructor courses. Please contact us for details.
No children, pets, or guests of any kind are allowed during class. Students only.
Laws are strict and complicated as to who may legally handle firearms. If there are any felonies or domestic misdemeanors in yours past, please contact me ahead of time to discuss. There is also information available on the Kansas Attorney General's website, here.
