Permit Foundations
NYS 18-Hour CCW Firearms Safety Course
(This is not an NRA-approved course)
Structured classroom-focused pistol permit training with an emphasis on safety, responsible ownership, and understanding the permit process.
Professional Firearms Training • Hudson Valley
TRAIN WITH PURPOSE.
CARRY WITH CONFIDENCE.
Professional firearms training that builds skill, confidence, and preparedness — empowering responsible gun owners to protect what matters most.
Enrollment & Online Payment
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Note: Payment is required to reserve your spot. For private coaching, use the hours selector above to estimate your total, then complete payment through Square. After checkout, your instructor will contact you using the email provided to confirm your training date, time, and any additional details. This ensures that each class is scheduled at an appropriate pace and level for the students attending.
Certified Firearms Training
Core offerings designed to support pistol permit applicants, carry-focused students, and those seeking one-on-one coaching.
Fundamentals
NRA Basic Pistol Course
A fundamentals-focused course for new or returning shooters that covers safety, handling, marksmanship, and responsible pistol ownership. Ideal before or alongside permit and CCW-focused training.
Concealed Carry
NRA CCW Course
Concealed carry instruction for licensed pistol permit holders who want to build practical skills, decision-making, and confidence with defensive carry.
Private Groups
Private Group Add-On
Upgrade your training to a private group session. Ideal for families, friends, or small teams who want a focused environment tailored to their needs.
Private Coaching
Individual & Small-Group Coaching
One-on-one or small-group coaching tailored to your experience level, goals, and schedule — from fundamentals to skill refinement.
Non Firearms Seminar
NRA Refuse to be a Victim Seminar
Personal safety strategies and proactive awareness skills for everyday life. Designed for all experience levels — no firearms handling involved.
About Hudson River Tactical
Hudson River Tactical is based in Highland, NY and serves the greater Hudson Valley region. Training is built for everyday, responsible citizens — not just enthusiasts — with a focus on safe, practical, and realistic firearms skills.
The goal is simple: help students build confidence, competence, and sound judgment so they can make informed decisions about firearms ownership and training paths that fit their lives.
- NRA Certified Pistol Instructor
- NRA Certified CCW Instructor
- NRA Certified Range Safety Officer (RSO)
- NRA Certified Refuse to be a Victim Instructor
- Licensed NYS Armed Security Guard & Armored Car Guard
- Focus on safety, responsible ownership, and clear communication
Booking & Questions
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