Intro to Firearms
A simulator-only course utilizing no live ammunition.
This class is a women's-only course and it will be led by only female instructors. There will be an hour of classroom instruction that will cover topics such as safety, stance, grip, and carry laws. An hour and a half of time will be devoted to the firearms simulator following the classroom instruction (2 1/2 hours total).
There will be no live firing of weapons during this course.
The simulator being utilized during this course is best described as a laser simulated program that includes judgmental training scenarios as well as fun shooting simulations. The goal of this course is to introduce women to shooting prior to actually firing live weapons at the range. This course is meant to break down barriers and hesitancies that women may face when entering the firearms world. This course is meant to provide a safe and inclusive environment for learning about shooting and weapons manipulation.
Intro to Firearms
$60
Handgun Basics
This is a live ammunition course for basic handling of firearms.
This class is a women's-only course and it will be led by only female instructors . There will be an hour of classroom instruction that will cover topics such as safety, stance, grip, and carry laws. Live fire will follow the classroom instruction. Two hours of time will be devoted to live fire which will cover topics such as sight picture, trigger squeeze, and safe reloading (3 hours total).
There will be live firing of weapons during this course so safety will be paramount. This will take place at an outdoor range so please dress accordingly.
Students are encouraged to bring their own firearm and ammunition for this course. However, there will be an option to rent a firearm for a small fee.
The goal of this course is to introduce women to shooting, no matter a student's skill set. This course is meant to break down barriers and hesitancies that women may face when entering the firearms world. This course is meant to provide a safe and inclusive environment for learning about shooting and weapons manipulation.
Handgun Basics
$90
Women's Self Defense Seminar
This is a one-day self-defense and firearms course.
Join us for a full-day Women’s Defense Seminar designed to build confidence, practical skills, and personal empowerment—no prior experience required.
The morning session will focus on jiu-jitsu–based self-defense, emphasizing real-world techniques for awareness, control, and personal safety.
Instruction will be led by John Parson, a 1st-degree black belt and the head coach and founder of Bushido Jiu-Jitsu in Zionsville, alongside Rebecca Sharples, an experienced brown belt. Together, they will guide participants through approachable, effective techniques suitable for all fitness and experience levels.
In the afternoon, the seminar transitions to the shooting range, where participants will receive professional firearms instruction centered on safety, fundamentals, and responsible handling. This portion is taught by Cassie Leuck, a certified firearms instructor with over a decade of law enforcement and instructional experience. Cassie also holds a blue belt in jiu-jitsu, bringing a unique, well-rounded perspective to personal defense.
This seminar is ideal for women looking to gain practical, real-world self-defense skills in a supportive and professional environment.
Spots are limited—secure your place today.
Take control of your personal safety, build confidence, and train with proven instructors. Register now and invest in skills that last a lifetime.
Lunch will be provided.
You will need to bring:
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pen
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paper
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eye protection
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ear protection
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firearm
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a holster for your firearm
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2-3 magazines
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magazine pouch
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300 rounds
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a sturdy belt
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gym clothes for the Jiu-Jitsu portion
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range clothes for the shooting portion (no V-neck shirts or open-toed shoes)
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water
Women's Self-Defense Seminar
$199
John Parson is the founder and head coach of the Bushido Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Zionsville, Indiana.
John is a 1st Degree Black Belt.
Over the years, John has fought, competed as well as coached students to success in numerous local, regional and national grappling competitions as well as amateur and professional mixed martial arts.
Rebecca Sharples is a brown belt who has been training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for eight years.
Rebecca's passion for helping women be their best through Jiu-Jitsu stems from knowing how powerful a person can be from a seemingly vulnerable position.
Rebecca knows it takes a lot of courage to step foot on the mats, especially for women, and understands the strength of character and the confidence it builds is par to none.
Cassie Leuck is the lead instructor and owner of Spartan Response Training.
Cassie is a certified firearms instructor through the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) and has been training law enforcement personnel since 2016.
Cassie served our country in the US Army and has been in law enforcement for over a decade. Cassie also holds a blue belt in Jiu-Jitsu.
Every Day Carry
This is a live ammunition course for every day carry techniques.
This class is a women's-only course and it will be led by only female instructors . There will be 3-4 hours of live fire instruction. This course will cover topics such as moving and shooting, utilizing cover, one handed reloads, malfunctions, and protecting your loved one during an armed encounter! This course will focus on utilizing your Every Day Carry(EDC) firearm and the method in which you intend to carry it. We will be building off of the skills learned in the Handgun Basics course, however the first course is not required to attend this class. Basic handgun knowledge is required.
There will be live firing of weapons during this course so safety will be paramount. This will take place at an outdoor range so please dress accordingly.
Students are encouraged to bring their own firearm and ammunition for this course. However, there will be an option to rent a firearm for a small fee.
The goal of this course is to build on the skills already familiar to the normal shooter. This course is meant to break down barriers and hesitancies that women may face when entering the firearms world. This course is meant to provide a safe and inclusive environment for learning about shooting and weapons manipulation.
Every Day Carry
4 hrs • $115