Shooting Fun Starts with Training
Shoot Smart offers training classes from beginner to advanced.
I'd just like to say as a first time shooter who was extremely nervous and intimidated by firearms, Joyce was able to put me at ease. She's an excellent instructor. Joyce was really patient and knowledgeable. - Lisa
PRIVATE LESSONS
Learning to use a firearm with a group of strangers can be intimidating. Or maybe you’d rather train at a faster pace. Book a one-on-one lesson with a Shoot Smart certified coach or instructor for a customized learning experience.
LICENSE TO CARRY
The License to Carry process can be confusing and stressful. Let our state-certified instructors guide you through the process. Over 10,000 students chose Shoot Smart for their license. Let us guide you, too.
GROUP CLASSES
Schedule a private class for your group. Great for church groups, businesses, friends/family, bachelor/bachelorette parties, or any other group.
Handgun Classes
Marksmanship
Defense
Training Packages
Instructors

Paul Kuper
Alliance, Benbrook & West
New, youth and intermediate shooters, holster use, and rapid fire training.

Chip Bulkeley
Fort Worth
New and Intermediate shooters, Concealed Carry Techniques, and AR-15 skills.

Sidney Delgado
Alliance
New and intermediate shooters, Women, Holster Use, and Rapid Fire training.

Andrew Bailey
Alliance & Grand Prairie
New Shooters, concealed carry from holster, purse, and backpack, AR-15 skills, defensive pistol and shotgun training, urban environment and home defensive training, and youth shooter training.
Availability:
- Alliance: Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Saturday
- Grand Prairie: Tuesday & Friday

Joe Loza
Alliance
New Shooters, LTC Prep, Holster Use, Rapid Fire, Increasing Accuracy Under Stress, Low Light Shooting, Moving and Shooting, Competition Training.
Availability: Sunday - Friday

Bradley Hodges
Benbrook
New and Intermediate Shooters, Concealed Carry, LTC Prep and Home Defensive Training.

Joyce Gould
Benbrook
New and Intermediate Shooters, Women, Youth, LTC Prep, Rapid Fire skills, Holster use, Find Your Fit, Basic AR-15 Skills.

Earnest Ward
Benbrook
New, Intermediate, and Advanced student training; Find Your Fit; Pistol, Revolver, Rifle, Shotgun training; Holster selection and training.

Laurie DiPalma-Greene
Fort Worth
New and Intermediate Shooters, Holster Draw and Conceal Carry Techniques, LTC Prep.

Pedro Puente
Grand Prairie
New and Intermediate Shooters, Holster Draw and Conceal Carry Techniques, LTC Prep.

Robbie Ray
Grand Prairie
New Shooters.

Brendan Summers
West
New, youth, and intermediate shooter. Find your fit consultation, holster draw, defensive pistol, competition pistol, competition shotgun, basic rifle.
Hear from Our Students
License to Carry
Why You Should Get an LTC
You may be asking yourself: “If I am a law-abiding person and I can now carry a handgun without a license, should I get my Texas LTC?” The resounding answer is YES. There are many circumstances where acquiring and renewing your LTC are beneficial and necessary in some instances.
- Texas law gives LTC holders more rights
- Reciprocity
- Federal gun-free school zones
- Fast Lane for firearm purchases
- School district employees
- LTC holders are entitled to more notice at some prohibited locations
- The statutory prohibition against carrying a handgun into a bar does not apply
What You'll Learn
The License to Carry process can be confusing and stressful. Let our state certified instructors guide you through the process. Over 10,000 students chose Shoot Smart for their License. Let us guide you, too.
You will learn:
- Open carry law
- Concealed carry law
- Where you can and can’t carry
- Non-confrontation strategies
Prerequisites: This class does not teach firearms use. You must be proficient with your firearm to be able to pass the shooting test.
Class Fee: $75
Required Equipment: Handgun and 50 rounds of ammunition. Ammo is available for purchase the day of class. We also recommend bringing note-taking materials.
Recommended Book: Buy the LTC class book with lots of room for taking notes.
"Cannot recommend the LTC prep class enough. I scheduled my LTC class here but wasn’t feeling as confident and equipped as I’d hoped, and I saw they offered a prep class. Booked it for 2 days before my actual class, and SO thankful I did. Joyce was so thorough, helpful, and nonjudgmental. I left feeling worlds better, and easily passed my LTC the next weekend. Definitely recommend their classes! Great knowledgeable and helpful staff."
What's Next?
So you've signed up for the LTC class, now what? Follow these simple steps to complete the application process and prepare for class.
1. Complete LTC application
Complete the required LTC application online here.*
2. Get fingerprints/background check
Schedule your required fingerprinting appointment here. * When prompted, enter service code 119Q91.
3. Take Shoot Smart Texas LTC Class
Book your LTC Class here.
4. Submit LTC-104 form
Once you have taken the class and passed both the written and shooting test, all that remains is to submit your class completion certificate (LTC-104 form) online here.
5. Get LTC in the mail
Wait patiently for your new license to arrive in the mail.
6. Consider US LawShield
Consider signing up for peace of mind and legal protection with US LawShield. With US LawShield An attorney will answer your emergency call ANYTIME. In your greatest time of need, you’ll have immediate access to an actual attorney when you have an emergency. That’s anytime – even if it’s 3 a.m. on a holiday morning. No answering service, no call center representatives here or overseas. With us, you’ll be talking with an actual attorney who is critically important to you in gaining timely professional advice with attorney-client privilege. Sign up now to join the over 700,000 members strong US LawShield family.
7. Keep Practicing
Keep practicing with one of these classes:
Questions About the LTC
Answered by LTC certified instructors
Private Group Classes
Learning a new skill is always more fun with friends! Gather your group and schedule a private class today. Whether you're part of a church group, gym crew, large family, or just a bunch of friends looking for a new challenge, we've got something for everyone—from novice to advanced learners.