Larry Vickers 2009 Tactical Pistol Class

[CMANZELLA]

Hello,

I am a new member of this forum. I am hosting a pistol class next year. The instructor is Larry Vickers.

Here are the details:

Vickers Tactical Pistol I - Introductory Level
Class Date: July 18-19, 2009
Location: DSM Training Range, Albion, NY (just outside Rochester, NY)
Cost: $460.00 per student
Course Description: This class is for shooters who have had at least a basic pistol class either from Vickers Tactical or any other accredited instructor. State concealed carry certification classes specifically do not qualify. Topics covered include basic pistol topics and the following: malfunction drills, shooting on the move as well as strong hand and weak hand shooting. Introduction to timed fire drills and evaluations based on class skill level. Concealed carry methods are also covered. Night-fire will depend on time of year and range restrictions.

Instructor: Larry Vickers

Contact: Chuck Manzella
email: cmanzella@rochester.rr.com


Class size: Ten minimum, sixteen maximum

Prerequisites:
At least a basic pistol class either from Vickers Tactical or any other accredited instructor.
Class requirements:
• Eye and Ear Protection (electronic hearing protection is preferred)
• Serviceable handgun of at least 9mm Para caliber
• Serviceable holster
• Minimum 1 double magazine pouch
• Minimum of 3 serviceable magazines (5 is better)
• Suitable range wear depending on the season
• Good attitude
• Ammo requirement is 1000 rounds.

[Larry Vickers]

Anyone in the NY area may want to jump on this as getting into that state to do training is a royal pain in the ass - Chuck was persistant and we are going to give it a go next year - cross your fingers

Cheers

LAV

[Stretz Tactical Inc]

Count me in. I made a pilgrimage to NC from NY to train with Larry back in January. It was worth the 10 hour drive and cost of fuel. My shooting scores at work went from low to mid 90's to 100 on every course of fire. It's nice to see Your making it up this way LAV. Hopefully you can do it a little more often.

[CMANZELLA]

Thanks Larry.

Just to let anyone know who is interested, the class is about 1/3 full. Please let me know if you want a spot.

KCS, if you would like a spot, please email me at cmanzella@rochester.rr.com. Send me your phone number and address too. Thanks for your interest and the feedback.

Chuck

[Stretz Tactical Inc]

Chuck, email sent

[petey1]

e-mail sent

[Larry Vickers]

Glad to see there is alot of interest in a class in that area - looking forward to it

be safe

LAV

[petey1]

Glad to see there is alot of interest in a class in that area - looking forward to it

be safe

LAV

I can't wait. I was very excited to hear you're heading our way. Thanks for putting up with the New York BS and holding a class.

[chrisfry]

Email Sent. I hope this works out!

[Stretz Tactical Inc]

Concern was expressed about traveling to NY with an out of state permit. I am a Police Officer here in New York state.

Section 265.20 subdivision 13-a, of the NYS Penal law, without typing the lengthy verbatum wording, provides an exemption for out of state pistol licensees' traveling to and from training such as Larry's (and in another subsection, to/from matches), provided the training (or match) is conducted under the auspices of, or approved by, the NRA. you must travel to or from within 48 hours of the event, not be previously convicted of a felony and transport the pistol or revolver, unloaded in a locked opaque container "together with a copy of the convention or exhibition program, convention or exhibition schedule or convention or exhibition registration card."

In the earlier part of this section, it says the convention or exhibition is for "display or education about firearms. "

So, if Larry's training is approved by the NRA, which I am sure that Larry could get them to approve it and you printed from his website, the course dates and syllabus, I would say your covered.

If in doubt, write a letter to the Pistol Permit Unit, New York State Police, Building 22, 1220 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12226-2252 and refer the question to NYS Penal law section 265.20 sub 13(a) or check with your lawyer.

I recomend writing to the State Police as above and bring a copy of your letter to them, their response to you, along with your permit, the course dates and syllabus printed from LAV's site and the weapon carried in the above described manner, to avoid any problems you might encounter to and from the course.

Believe me, LAV's training is WELL worth it! I heard it described on several occassions as "taking a drink from a fire hose". lYet, you'll be thirsty for more.