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• Phoenix Monthly Meeting

  • When
    January 02, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Church for the Nations 6225 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012
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  AZCSN meets the first Thursday of the month at Church for the Nations in Phoenix. Our monthly meetings include an opportunity to meet and fellowship with other safety and security ministry volunteers, a training session on a different topic each month, and time to share updates and questions about church safety.

  This month we will focus on the Biblical Basis for Church Security.

  What do the Scriptures teach about physical security and security teams? Can individuals and groups use force? Is self-defense Biblical? Join us as we examine the Scriptural answers to these questions and more!
  

  
  

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• Surprise, AZ Monthly Meeting

  • When
    January 06, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Reveal Vineyard 13015 W Greenway Rd, El Mirage, AZ 85335

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  AZCSN meets the first Monday of the month at Reveal Vineyard near Surprise. Our monthly meetings include an opportunity to meet and fellowship with other safety and security ministry volunteers, a training session on a different topic each month, and time to share updates and questions about church safety. 

  This month we will focus on the Biblical Basis for Church Security.

  What do the Scriptures teach about physical security and security teams? Can individuals and groups use force? Is self-defense Biblical? Join us as we examine the Scriptural answers to these questions and more!
  

  
  

  
  

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• AZ Armed Security Guard 8-Hour Refresher

  • When
    January 11, 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Ben Avery Shooting Facility Frank Desomma Building 4044 W Black Canyon Blvd, Phoenix
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  Topics Include:

  -Safe Firearm Handling & Storage          -Weapon Care and Maintenance

  -Weapon Manipulation                            -Mental Conditioning & Tactics

  -Firearm and Equipment Selection         -Defensive Measures

  -Weapon Retention                                 -Use-of-Force  

  -Ammunition Types                                 -Survival Mindset

  -Home Safety                                          -Confrontation Aftermath

  -Law & Legal                                           -Threat Recognition

  -Firearm Presentation                             -Balancing Accuracy & Marksmanship

  -Weapon Malfunctions                            -Written Exam & Range Qualification

  Required Equipment:
  
  Semi-automatic pistol in .38 special, 9mm, 357 Sig, .40 S&W, .45 ACP or .45 GAP
  Minimum trigger pull to be no less than four pounds (more is acceptable, less is not)
  Sturdy strong side holster
  Sturdy belt (double thick 1.75” is recommended)
  Three magazines minimum (more are better)
  Magazine pouch with a minimum capacity to hold two or more magazines securely
  Minimum of 200-rounds of practice ammunition that match your pistols caliber
  Eye protection (safety rated sunglasses if it is sunny and clear safety rated glasses if it is not sunny)
  Hearing protection (plugs and electronic muffs combined is recommended)
  Brimmed hat
  Long sleeve shirt that closes at the top to keep hot ejected shell casings out
  Long pants (cargo style is best to keep loose ammunition in to top off magazines between stages)
  Closed toe shoes
  Lots of water
  Lunch
  Sunscreen
  
  Prohibited:
  
  An unteachable spirit
  Handguns in calibers not listed above
  Cross draw, shoulder, purse, backpack or bag holsters
  Holsters that require the index finger of the shooting hand to release any retention devices (Serpa style holsters)
  Holsters that require two hands to safely re-holster
  Holsters worn in any manner in which they were not originally intended
  Any equipment considered by the Range Instructors and/or Range Safety Officers to be dangerous
  Students instructing other students unless requested to do by the Range Instructor as part of the course

  
  

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• Sierra Vista Monthly Meeting

  • When
    January 13, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    ONE Community Church 240 North Highway 90 Bypass Sierra Vista, AZ.

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  We meet the second Monday of the month from 6:00-8:00pm at ONE Community Church 240 North Highway 90 Bypass Sierra Vista, AZ. 

  This month we will focus on the Biblical Basis for Church Security.

  What do the Scriptures teach about physical security and security teams? Can individuals and groups use force? Is self-defense Biblical? Join us as we examine the Scriptural answers to these questions and more!

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• American Heart Association BLS CPR/AED

  • When
    January 16, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    AZCSN Office 7030 E Old Vail Rd. Bldg B Tucson
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  The American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers Course is designed to provide a wide variety of healthcare professionals the ability to recognize several life threatening emergencies, provide CPR, use an AED, and relieve choking in a safe, timely and effective manner. 

  The American Heart Association that all students have the BLS for Healthcare Provider Manual for class. The manual may be purchased at the American Heart Association online store by clicking the link below. The cost of the manual is not included in the course price. 

  AHA BLS Manual

  
  

  
  

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• Arizona Armed Security Guard 8 hour Refresher Course

  • When
    January 18, 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    New Life Bible Fellowship 4900 W. Cortaro Farms Rd & Pinal Airpark Range 1 24641 E Pinal Airpark Road, Red Rock
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  Topics Include:

  -Safe Firearm Handling & Storage          -Weapon Care and Maintenance

  -Weapon Manipulation                            -Mental Conditioning & Tactics

  -Firearm and Equipment Selection         -Defensive Measures

  -Weapon Retention                                 -Use-of-Force  

  -Ammunition Types                                 -Survival Mindset

  -Home Safety                                          -Confrontation Aftermath

  -Law & Legal                                           -Threat Recognition

  -Firearm Presentation                             -Balancing Accuracy & Marksmanship

  -Weapon Malfunctions                            -Written Exam & Range Qualification

  Required Equipment:
  
  Semi-automatic pistol in .38 special, 9mm, 357 Sig, .40 S&W, .45 ACP or .45 GAP
  Minimum trigger pull to be no less than four pounds (more is acceptable, less is not)
  Sturdy strong side holster
  Sturdy belt (double thick 1.75” is recommended)
  Three magazines minimum (more are better)
  Magazine pouch with a minimum capacity to hold two or more magazines securely
  Minimum of 200-rounds of practice ammunition that match your pistols caliber
  Eye protection (safety rated sunglasses if it is sunny and clear safety rated glasses if it is not sunny)
  Hearing protection (plugs and electronic muffs combined is recommended)
  Brimmed hat
  Long sleeve shirt that closes at the top to keep hot ejected shell casings out
  Long pants (cargo style is best to keep loose ammunition in to top off magazines between stages)
  Closed toe shoes
  Lots of water
  Lunch
  Sunscreen
  
  Prohibited:
  
  An unteachable spirit
  Handguns in calibers not listed above
  Cross draw, shoulder, purse, backpack or bag holsters
  Holsters that require the index finger of the shooting hand to release any retention devices (Serpa style holsters)
  Holsters that require two hands to safely re-holster
  Holsters worn in any manner in which they were not originally intended
  Any equipment considered by the Range Instructors and/or Range Safety Officers to be dangerous
  Students instructing other students unless requested to do by the Range Instructor as part of the course

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• Arizona Armed Security Guard 16-hour course

  • Start
    January 24, 2025
  •  
  • End
    January 25, 2025
  •  
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    New Life Bible Fellowship 4900 W Cortaro Farms Rd, Tucson & Pinal Air Park Range 4641 E Pinal Airpark Rd, Red Rock,
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  Topics Include:

  -Safe Firearm Handling & Storage          -Weapon Care and Maintenance

  -Weapon Manipulation                            -Mental Conditioning & Tactics

  -Firearm and Equipment Selection         -Defensive Measures

  -Weapon Retention                                 -Use-of-Force  

  -Ammunition Types                                 -Survival Mindset

  -Home Safety                                          -Confrontation Aftermath

  -Law & Legal                                           -Threat Recognition

  -Firearm Presentation                             -Balancing Accuracy & Marksmanship

  -Weapon Malfunctions                            -Written Exam & Range Qualification

  Required Equipment:
  
  Semi-automatic pistol in .38 special, 9mm, 357 Sig, .40 S&W, .45 ACP or .45 GAP
  Minimum trigger pull to be no less than four pounds (more is acceptable, less is not)
  Sturdy strong side holster
  Sturdy belt (double thick 1.75” is recommended)
  Three magazines minimum (more are better)
  Magazine pouch with a minimum capacity to hold two or more magazines securely
  Minimum of 200-rounds of practice ammunition that match your pistols caliber
  Eye protection (safety rated sunglasses if it is sunny and clear safety rated glasses if it is not sunny)
  Hearing protection (plugs and electronic muffs combined is recommended)
  Brimmed hat
  Long sleeve shirt that closes at the top to keep hot ejected shell casings out
  Long pants (cargo style is best to keep loose ammunition in to top off magazines between stages)
  Closed toe shoes
  Lots of water
  Lunch
  Sunscreen
  
  Prohibited:
  
  An unteachable spirit
  Handguns in calibers not listed above
  Cross draw, shoulder, purse, backpack or bag holsters
  Holsters that require the index finger of the shooting hand to release any retention devices (Serpa style holsters)
  Holsters that require two hands to safely re-holster
  Holsters worn in any manner in which they were not originally intended
  Any equipment considered by the Range Instructors and/or Range Safety Officers to be dangerous
  Students instructing other students unless requested to do by the Range Instructor as part of the course

  
  

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• Arizona Armed Security Guard 16 hour course

  • Start
    January 24, 2025
  •  
  • End
    January 25, 2025
  •  
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Ben Avery Shooting Facility Berger High Power Building & Practical Pistol Range E
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  Topics Include:

  -Safe Firearm Handling & Storage          -Weapon Care and Maintenance

  -Weapon Manipulation                            -Mental Conditioning & Tactics

  -Firearm and Equipment Selection         -Defensive Measures

  -Weapon Retention                                 -Use-of-Force  

  -Ammunition Types                                 -Survival Mindset

  -Home Safety                                          -Confrontation Aftermath

  -Law & Legal                                           -Threat Recognition

  -Firearm Presentation                             -Balancing Accuracy & Marksmanship

  -Weapon Malfunctions                            -Written Exam & Range Qualification

  Required Equipment:
  
  Semi-automatic pistol in .38 special, 9mm, 357 Sig, .40 S&W, .45 ACP or .45 GAP
  Minimum trigger pull to be no less than four pounds (more is acceptable, less is not)
  Sturdy strong side holster
  Sturdy belt (double thick 1.75” is recommended)
  Three magazines minimum (more are better)
  Magazine pouch with a minimum capacity to hold two or more magazines securely
  Minimum of 200-rounds of practice ammunition that match your pistols caliber
  Eye protection (safety rated sunglasses if it is sunny and clear safety rated glasses if it is not sunny)
  Hearing protection (plugs and electronic muffs combined is recommended)
  Brimmed hat
  Long sleeve shirt that closes at the top to keep hot ejected shell casings out
  Long pants (cargo style is best to keep loose ammunition in to top off magazines between stages)
  Closed toe shoes
  Lots of water
  Lunch
  Sunscreen
  
  Prohibited:
  
  An unteachable spirit
  Handguns in calibers not listed above
  Cross draw, shoulder, purse, backpack or bag holsters
  Holsters that require the index finger of the shooting hand to release any retention devices (Serpa style holsters)
  Holsters that require two hands to safely re-holster
  Holsters worn in any manner in which they were not originally intended
  Any equipment considered by the Range Instructors and/or Range Safety Officers to be dangerous
  Students instructing other students unless requested to do by the Range Instructor as part of the course

  
  

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• Stop-the-Bleed

  • When
    January 30, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    AZCSN Office 7030 E Old Vail Road Bldg B Tucson, AZ

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  The purpose of the STOP THE BLEED^® campaign is to make our nation more resilient by better preparing the public to save lives if people nearby are severely bleeding. This preparation is being done by raising awareness and teaching people how to learn three quick actions to control serious bleeding.

  
  

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• January Lunch & Learn

  • When
    January 31, 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Christ Community Church 530 S Pantano Rd Tucson, AZ

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  Join us for our monthly AZCSN Lunch and Learn. This event is open to all church leadership and safety / security team members. 

  This month we will focus on the Biblical Basis for Church Security.

  What do the Scriptures teach about physical security and security teams? Can individuals and groups use force? Is self-defense Biblical? Join us as we examine the Scriptural answers to these questions and more!
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Women's Introduction to Pistols

  • When
    February 01, 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    New Life Bible Fellowship 4900 W Cortaro Farms Rd. Tucson and Pinal Airpark 24641 E Pinal Airpark Road, Red Rock, AZ 85145
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  This is an 8 hour introductory pistol class, includes four hours in the classroom focused on understanding of safety, function and use of the pistol. This will be done with safe, laser firing teaching replicas. This will be followed by four hours at the range, where the participants will put their new knowledge to use. Training will be in a safe and supportive environment.

  Morning: New Life Bible Fellowship 4900 W Cortaro Farms Rd. Tucson

  Afternoon: Pinal Air Park Range Two 24641 E Pinal Airpark Road

  Required Equipment: Semi-automatic pistol in .38 special, .380, 9mm, 357 Sig, .40 S&W, .45 ACP or .45 GAP Minimum trigger pull to be no less than four pounds (more is acceptable, less is not) Sturdy strong side holster Sturdy belt (double thick 1.75” is recommended) Three magazines minimum (more are better) Magazine pouch with a minimum capacity to hold two or more magazines securely Minimum of 200-rounds of practice ammunition that match your pistols caliber Eye protection (safety rated sunglasses if it is sunny and clear safety rated glasses if it is not sunny) Hearing protection (plugs and electronic muffs combined is recommended) Brimmed hat Long sleeve shirt that closes at the top to keep hot ejected shell casings out Long pants (cargo style is best to keep loose ammunition in to top off magazines between stages) Closed toe shoes Lots of water Lunch Sunscreen Prohibited: Handguns in calibers not listed above Cross draw, shoulder, purse, backpack or bag holsters Holsters that require the index finger of the shooting hand to release any retention devices (Serpa style holsters) Holsters that require two hands to safely re-holster Holsters worn in any manner in which they were not originally intended Any equipment considered by the Range Instructors and/or Range Safety Officers to be dangerous Students instructing other students unless requested to do by the Range Instructor as part of the course An unteachable spirit

  
  

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• Low-Light Handgun

  • When
    February 01, 2025
  •  
    4:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    Pinal Air Park Range 24641 E Pinal Airpark Rd, Marana, AZ 85653
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  Take your tactical self-defense training to the next level and learn to protect yourself in low-light situations.

  Most handgun training occurs during daylight, however, it is well documented that many shootings occur under low-light conditions. So why not train for the most probable and realistic real-world scenario? Want to see what it looks like?

  • Rods and cones – the human eye and how it works in low light
  • Night vision
  • Back-lighting and front-lighting
  • Handheld flashlight shooting techniques
  • Shooting from concealed carry positions
  • Point Shooting
  • Target Identification
  • Weapon manipulation skills (reloading, malfunctions clearance under low light conditions)

  Prerequisite: AZCSN Basic, Intermediate, or Armed Security Course and Instructor Approval.

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• Surprise, AZ Monthly Meeting

  • When
    February 03, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Reveal Vineyard 13015 W Greenway Rd, El Mirage, AZ 85335

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  AZCSN meets the first Monday of the month at Reveal Vineyard in Surprise. Our monthly meetings include an opportunity to meet and fellowship with other safety and security ministry volunteers, a training session on a different topic each month, and time to share updates and questions about church safety.

  This month we will focus on the use-of-force. Understanding and being able to apply the appropriate amount of force in a given situation is essential for safety/security team members. This course reviews the Arizona Revised Statutes Title 13, Chapter 4 Justifications otherwise known as self-defense laws and statutes related to arrest by a private person. Different use-of-force continuums will be explored and their application to real world situations will be explained. Participants will be equipped to understand, articulate and defend their use-of-force decisions. 
  

  
  

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• Phoenix Monthly Meeting

  • When
    February 06, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Church for the Nations 6225 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012
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  AZCSN meets the first Thursday of the month at Church for the Nations in Phoenix. Our monthly meetings include an opportunity to meet and fellowship with other safety and security ministry volunteers, a training session on a different topic each month, and time to share updates and questions about church safety.

  This month we will focus on the use-of-force. Understanding and being able to apply the appropriate amount of force in a given situation is essential for safety/security team members. This course reviews the Arizona Revised Statutes Title 13, Chapter 4 Justifications otherwise known as self-defense laws and statutes related to arrest by a private person. Different use-of-force continuums will be explored and their application to real world situations will be explained. Participants will be equipped to understand, articulate and defend their use-of-force decisions. 

  
  

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• Pistol Mounted Optics

  • When
    February 08, 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Pinal Air Park 24641 E Pinal Airpark Rd, Marana
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  Pistol optics: Red dots can be a significant advantage for new shooters as well as a major enhancement for the experienced marksman. However, they have their own limitations and learning curve, especially if the shooter wants to exceed plinking and look at serious defensive situations. 
  
  This class will examine the hardware, but will spend most of its time looking at the software: the methods of use.  We will establish zero, look at rapid dot acquisition, move from an iron “front sight” focus into a more practical threat focus, study manipulations and more.
  
  Requirements: Paracical Pistol/AZCSN Armed Guard, or the approval of the instructor. AZCSN Intermediate Pistol strongly recommended.  Duty pistol with red dot (limited rentals available), 3 magazines minimum, 300 rounds of training ammunition PLUS 25 ROUNDS CARRY AMMUNITION.
  
  

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• Sierra Vista Monthly Meeting

  • When
    February 10, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    ONE Community Church 240 North Highway 90 Bypass Sierra Vista, AZ.

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  We meet the second Monday of the month from 6:00-8:00pm at ONE Community Church 240 North Highway 90 Bypass Sierra Vista, AZ. 

  This month we will focus on the use-of-force. Understanding and being able to apply the appropriate amount of force in a given situation is essential for safety/security team members. This course reviews the Arizona Revised Statutes Title 13, Chapter 4 Justifications otherwise known as self-defense laws and statutes related to arrest by a private person. Different use-of-force continuums will be explored and their application to real world situations will be explained. Participants will be equipped to understand, articulate and defend their use-of-force decisions. 

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Intermediate Defensive Handgun

  • When
    February 15, 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Ben Avery Shooting Facility Practical Pistol E 4044 W. Black Canyon Blvd. Phoenix,
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  This course is designed for those who have completed AZ Armed Security Guard Training or AZCSN Practical Pistol.Continue to develop your protective skills with the pistol, including…

  · Firearm safety rules

  · After-action checks and actions

  · Presentation (drawing) and holstering the pistol from concealment

  · Using the pistol in a 360-degree environment

  · Moving with and using the pistol around other people

  · Firing from non-standard positions

  Required Equipment:

  Semi-automatic pistol in .38 special, 9mm, 357 Sig, .40 S&W, .45 ACP or .45 GAP

  Minimum trigger pull to be no less than four pounds (more is acceptable, less is not)

  Sturdy strong side holster--SERPA Holsters are prohibited.

  Sturdy belt (double thick 1.75” is recommended)

  Three magazines minimum (more are better)

  Magazine pouch with a minimum capacity to hold two or more magazines securely

  Minimum of 250-rounds of practice ammunition that match your pistols caliber

  Eye protection (safety rated sunglasses if it is sunny and clear safety rated glasses if it is not sunny)

  Hearing protection (plugs and electronic muffs combined is recommended)

  Brimmed hat

  Long sleeve shirt that closes at the top to keep hot ejected shell casings out

  Long pants (cargo style is best to keep loose ammunition in to top off magazines between stages)

  Closed toe shoes

  Knee pads or a thick towel to kneel on

  Folding chair

  Lots of water and ice

  Lunch

  Sunscreen

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• Arizona Armed Security Guard 8 hour Refresher Course

  • When
    February 15, 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    New Life Bible Fellowship 4900 W. Cortaro Farms Rd & Pinal Airpark Range 2 24641 E Pinal Airpark Road, Red Rock
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  Topics Include:

  -Safe Firearm Handling & Storage          -Weapon Care and Maintenance

  -Weapon Manipulation                            -Mental Conditioning & Tactics

  -Firearm and Equipment Selection         -Defensive Measures

  -Weapon Retention                                 -Use-of-Force  

  -Ammunition Types                                 -Survival Mindset

  -Home Safety                                          -Confrontation Aftermath

  -Law & Legal                                           -Threat Recognition

  -Firearm Presentation                             -Balancing Accuracy & Marksmanship

  -Weapon Malfunctions                            -Written Exam & Range Qualification

  Required Equipment:
  
  Semi-automatic pistol in .38 special, 9mm, 357 Sig, .40 S&W, .45 ACP or .45 GAP
  Minimum trigger pull to be no less than four pounds (more is acceptable, less is not)
  Sturdy strong side holster
  Sturdy belt (double thick 1.75” is recommended)
  Three magazines minimum (more are better)
  Magazine pouch with a minimum capacity to hold two or more magazines securely
  Minimum of 200-rounds of practice ammunition that match your pistols caliber
  Eye protection (safety rated sunglasses if it is sunny and clear safety rated glasses if it is not sunny)
  Hearing protection (plugs and electronic muffs combined is recommended)
  Brimmed hat
  Long sleeve shirt that closes at the top to keep hot ejected shell casings out
  Long pants (cargo style is best to keep loose ammunition in to top off magazines between stages)
  Closed toe shoes
  Lots of water
  Lunch
  Sunscreen
  
  Prohibited:
  
  An unteachable spirit
  Handguns in calibers not listed above
  Cross draw, shoulder, purse, backpack or bag holsters
  Holsters that require the index finger of the shooting hand to release any retention devices (Serpa style holsters)
  Holsters that require two hands to safely re-holster
  Holsters worn in any manner in which they were not originally intended
  Any equipment considered by the Range Instructors and/or Range Safety Officers to be dangerous
  Students instructing other students unless requested to do by the Range Instructor as part of the course

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• Tactical Decision Making

  • When
    February 22, 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Antioch Phoenix 1125 N Dobson Rd, Chandler, AZ
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  Tactical Decision Making merely refers to decisions made for short-time span goals. This course focuses on those decisions made under time constraints, where discretionary time is not available. The focus is on the high-risk/criticality/liability, low-frequency events that are typified by the use of force.

  Participants will review use-of-force concepts, observe videos of previous incidents, learn to avoid the traps of poor decision making, apply the priorities of life, and make appropriate decisions based on the situation presented. 

  This course includes the use of video simulation and live action roleplaying in a variety of incidents. 

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• Arizona Armed Security Guard 16-hour course

  • Start
    February 28, 2025
  •  
  • End
    March 01, 2025
  •  
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    New Life Bible Fellowship 4900 W Cortaro Farms Rd, Tucson & Pinal Air Park Range 2 4641 E Pinal Airpark Rd, Red Rock,
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  Topics Include:

  -Safe Firearm Handling & Storage          -Weapon Care and Maintenance

  -Weapon Manipulation                            -Mental Conditioning & Tactics

  -Firearm and Equipment Selection         -Defensive Measures

  -Weapon Retention                                 -Use-of-Force  

  -Ammunition Types                                 -Survival Mindset

  -Home Safety                                          -Confrontation Aftermath

  -Law & Legal                                           -Threat Recognition

  -Firearm Presentation                             -Balancing Accuracy & Marksmanship

  -Weapon Malfunctions                            -Written Exam & Range Qualification

  Required Equipment:
  
  Semi-automatic pistol in .38 special, 9mm, 357 Sig, .40 S&W, .45 ACP or .45 GAP
  Minimum trigger pull to be no less than four pounds (more is acceptable, less is not)
  Sturdy strong side holster
  Sturdy belt (double thick 1.75” is recommended)
  Three magazines minimum (more are better)
  Magazine pouch with a minimum capacity to hold two or more magazines securely
  Minimum of 200-rounds of practice ammunition that match your pistols caliber
  Eye protection (safety rated sunglasses if it is sunny and clear safety rated glasses if it is not sunny)
  Hearing protection (plugs and electronic muffs combined is recommended)
  Brimmed hat
  Long sleeve shirt that closes at the top to keep hot ejected shell casings out
  Long pants (cargo style is best to keep loose ammunition in to top off magazines between stages)
  Closed toe shoes
  Lots of water
  Lunch
  Sunscreen
  
  Prohibited:
  
  An unteachable spirit
  Handguns in calibers not listed above
  Cross draw, shoulder, purse, backpack or bag holsters
  Holsters that require the index finger of the shooting hand to release any retention devices (Serpa style holsters)
  Holsters that require two hands to safely re-holster
  Holsters worn in any manner in which they were not originally intended
  Any equipment considered by the Range Instructors and/or Range Safety Officers to be dangerous
  Students instructing other students unless requested to do by the Range Instructor as part of the course

  
  

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• February Lunch & Learn

  • When
    February 28, 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Christ Community Church 530 S Pantano Rd Tucson, AZ

  Register

  Join us for our monthly AZCSN Lunch and Learn. This event is open to all church leadership and safety / security team members. 

  This month we will focus on the use-of-force. Understanding and being able to apply the appropriate amount of force in a given situation is essential for safety/security team members. This course reviews the Arizona Revised Statutes Title 13, Chapter 4 Justifications otherwise known as self-defense laws and statutes related to arrest by a private person. Different use-of-force continuums will be explored and their application to real world situations will be explained. Participants will be equipped to understand, articulate and defend their use-of-force decisions. 
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Surprise, AZ Monthly Meeting

  • When
    March 03, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Reveal Vineyard 13015 W Greenway Rd, El Mirage, AZ 85335

  Register

  AZCSN meets the first Monday of the month at Reveal Vineyard in Surprise. Our monthly meetings include an opportunity to meet and fellowship with other safety and security ministry volunteers, a training session on a different topic each month, and time to share updates and questions about church safety.

  This month we will focus on Fire Response and Fire Extinguisher Use. 

  Ensuring your church has functioning fire alarm and evacuation plans is crucial in the event of a structure fire. How do you evacuate people in a safe manner? What should you anticipate in the event of a fire. Learn how to determine whether a fire is small enough to extinguish with a fire extinguisher. Learn the difference between various types of fire extinguishers. Prevent additional fires through removing potential fuel. Participants will have the opportunity to use a fire extinguisher. 

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• Phoenix Monthly Meeting

  • When
    March 06, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Church for the Nations 6225 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012
  • Spaces left
    98

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  AZCSN meets the first Thursday of the month at Church for the Nations in Phoenix. Our monthly meetings include an opportunity to meet and fellowship with other safety and security ministry volunteers, a training session on a different topic each month, and time to share updates and questions about church safety.

  This month we will focus on Fire Response and Fire Extinguisher Use.

  Ensuring your church has functioning fire alarm and evacuation plans is crucial in the event of a structure fire. How do you evacuate people in a safe manner? What should you anticipate in the event of a fire. Learn how to determine whether a fire is small enough to extinguish with a fire extinguisher. Learn the difference between various types of fire extinguishers. Prevent additional fires through removing potential fuel. Participants will have the opportunity to use a fire extinguisher. 

  
  

  
  

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• Arizona Armed Security Guard 16 hour course

  • Start
    March 07, 2025
  •  
  • End
    March 08, 2025
  •  
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Ben Avery Shooting Facility Berger High Power Building & Pistol Range 4
  • Spaces left
    20

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  Topics Include:

  -Safe Firearm Handling & Storage          -Weapon Care and Maintenance

  -Weapon Manipulation                            -Mental Conditioning & Tactics

  -Firearm and Equipment Selection         -Defensive Measures

  -Weapon Retention                                 -Use-of-Force  

  -Ammunition Types                                 -Survival Mindset

  -Home Safety                                          -Confrontation Aftermath

  -Law & Legal                                           -Threat Recognition

  -Firearm Presentation                             -Balancing Accuracy & Marksmanship

  -Weapon Malfunctions                            -Written Exam & Range Qualification

  Required Equipment:
  
  Semi-automatic pistol in .38 special, 9mm, 357 Sig, .40 S&W, .45 ACP or .45 GAP
  Minimum trigger pull to be no less than four pounds (more is acceptable, less is not)
  Sturdy strong side holster
  Sturdy belt (double thick 1.75” is recommended)
  Three magazines minimum (more are better)
  Magazine pouch with a minimum capacity to hold two or more magazines securely
  Minimum of 200-rounds of practice ammunition that match your pistols caliber
  Eye protection (safety rated sunglasses if it is sunny and clear safety rated glasses if it is not sunny)
  Hearing protection (plugs and electronic muffs combined is recommended)
  Brimmed hat
  Long sleeve shirt that closes at the top to keep hot ejected shell casings out
  Long pants (cargo style is best to keep loose ammunition in to top off magazines between stages)
  Closed toe shoes
  Lots of water
  Lunch
  Sunscreen
  
  Prohibited:
  
  An unteachable spirit
  Handguns in calibers not listed above
  Cross draw, shoulder, purse, backpack or bag holsters
  Holsters that require the index finger of the shooting hand to release any retention devices (Serpa style holsters)
  Holsters that require two hands to safely re-holster
  Holsters worn in any manner in which they were not originally intended
  Any equipment considered by the Range Instructors and/or Range Safety Officers to be dangerous
  Students instructing other students unless requested to do by the Range Instructor as part of the course

  
  

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• Sierra Vista Monthly Meeting

  • When
    March 10, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    ONE Community Church 240 North Highway 90 Bypass Sierra Vista, AZ.

  Register

  We meet the second Monday of the month from 6:00-8:00pm at ONE Community Church 240 North Highway 90 Bypass Sierra Vista, AZ. 

  This month we will focus on Fire Response and Fire Extinguisher Use.

  Ensuring your church has functioning fire alarm and evacuation plans is crucial in the event of a structure fire. How do you evacuate people in a safe manner? What should you anticipate in the event of a fire. Learn how to determine whether a fire is small enough to extinguish with a fire extinguisher. Learn the difference between various types of fire extinguishers. Prevent additional fires through removing potential fuel. Participants will have the opportunity to use a fire extinguisher. 

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Situational Awareness & Verbal De-Escalation with Role Playing

  • When
    March 15, 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church 511 S St Phillips St, Payson, AZ

  Register

  Situational Awareness (SA) in its simplest form is knowing what is going on around us.  This course focuses on building situational awareness in everyday settings. Learn to develop a healthy awareness of what is taking place around you. This course will focus on teaching you ways you can increase your attention to people, location features, and problems you may need to address.  You will be given opportunities to practice awareness skills, allowing you to identify threats earlier and select from your predetermined plan, how you will respond in a specific situation.  

  Verbal De-escalation techniques are used when a person is becoming disruptive in an inappropriate location and time. This could be during a church service, in a classroom, an office or other non church related locations. You will learn how to identify warning signs that can lead to a crisis incident. Assess risk and use verbal techniques to defuse situations before they become violent. Use disengagement skills to avoid or minimize injury and keep yourself, your congregation and others safe.

  
  

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• AZ Armed Security Guard 8-Hour Refresher

  • When
    March 15, 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Ben Avery Shooting Facility 4044 W Black Canyon Blvd, Phoenix
  • Spaces left
    20

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  Topics Include:

  -Safe Firearm Handling & Storage          -Weapon Care and Maintenance

  -Weapon Manipulation                            -Mental Conditioning & Tactics

  -Firearm and Equipment Selection         -Defensive Measures

  -Weapon Retention                                 -Use-of-Force  

  -Ammunition Types                                 -Survival Mindset

  -Home Safety                                          -Confrontation Aftermath

  -Law & Legal                                           -Threat Recognition

  -Firearm Presentation                             -Balancing Accuracy & Marksmanship

  -Weapon Malfunctions                            -Written Exam & Range Qualification

  Required Equipment:
  
  Semi-automatic pistol in .38 special, 9mm, 357 Sig, .40 S&W, .45 ACP or .45 GAP
  Minimum trigger pull to be no less than four pounds (more is acceptable, less is not)
  Sturdy strong side holster
  Sturdy belt (double thick 1.75” is recommended)
  Three magazines minimum (more are better)
  Magazine pouch with a minimum capacity to hold two or more magazines securely
  Minimum of 200-rounds of practice ammunition that match your pistols caliber
  Eye protection (safety rated sunglasses if it is sunny and clear safety rated glasses if it is not sunny)
  Hearing protection (plugs and electronic muffs combined is recommended)
  Brimmed hat
  Long sleeve shirt that closes at the top to keep hot ejected shell casings out
  Long pants (cargo style is best to keep loose ammunition in to top off magazines between stages)
  Closed toe shoes
  Lots of water
  Lunch
  Sunscreen
  
  Prohibited:
  
  An unteachable spirit
  Handguns in calibers not listed above
  Cross draw, shoulder, purse, backpack or bag holsters
  Holsters that require the index finger of the shooting hand to release any retention devices (Serpa style holsters)
  Holsters that require two hands to safely re-holster
  Holsters worn in any manner in which they were not originally intended
  Any equipment considered by the Range Instructors and/or Range Safety Officers to be dangerous
  Students instructing other students unless requested to do by the Range Instructor as part of the course

  
  

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• March Lunch & Learn

  • When
    March 28, 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Christ Community Church 530 S Pantano Rd Tucson, AZ

  Register

  Join us for our monthly AZCSN Lunch and Learn. This event is open to all church leadership and safety / security team members. 

  This month we will focus on Fire Response and Fire Extinguisher Use.

  Ensuring your church has functioning fire alarm and evacuation plans is crucial in the event of a structure fire. How do you evacuate people in a safe manner? What should you anticipate in the event of a fire. Learn how to determine whether a fire is small enough to extinguish with a fire extinguisher. Learn the difference between various types of fire extinguishers. Prevent additional fires through removing potential fuel. Participants will have the opportunity to use a fire extinguisher. 

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Phoenix Monthly Meeting

  • When
    April 03, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Church for the Nations 6225 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012
  • Spaces left
    100

  Register

  AZCSN meets the first Thursday of the month at Church for the Nations in Phoenix. Our monthly meetings include an opportunity to meet and fellowship with other safety and security ministry volunteers, a training session on a different topic each month, and time to share updates and questions about church safety.

  This month we will focus on Emergency First Aid Fundamentals Part One.

  This course includes basic first aid and lifesaving techniques to be used in the event of a medical emergency.

  You will learn how to properly assess a patient and how to deal with significant issues such as compromised airway, broken bones, burns, heart attacks, seizures, strokes, and more. This course also includes CPR and AED use. 

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Surprise, AZ Monthly Meeting

  • When
    April 07, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Reveal Vineyard 13015 W Greenway Rd, El Mirage, AZ 85335

  Register

  AZCSN meets the first Monday of the month at Reveal Vineyard in Surprise. Our monthly meetings include an opportunity to meet and fellowship with other safety and security ministry volunteers, a training session on a different topic each month, and time to share updates and questions about church safety.

  This month we will focus on Emergency First Aid Fundamentals Part One.

  This course includes basic first aid and lifesaving techniques to be used in the event of a medical emergency.

  You will learn how to properly assess a patient and how to deal with significant issues such as compromised airway, broken bones, burns, heart attacks, seizures, strokes, and more. This course also includes CPR and AED use. 

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• Sierra Vista Monthly Meeting

  • When
    April 14, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    ONE Community Church 240 North Highway 90 Bypass Sierra Vista, AZ.

  Register

  We meet the second Monday of the month from 6:00-8:00pm at ONE Community Church 240 North Highway 90 Bypass Sierra Vista, AZ. 

  This month we will focus on Emergency First Aid Fundamentals Part One.

  This course includes basic first aid and lifesaving techniques to be used in the event of a medical emergency.

  You will learn how to properly assess a patient and how to deal with significant issues such as compromised airway, broken bones, burns, heart attacks, seizures, strokes, and more. This course also includes CPR and AED use. 

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• April Lunch & Learn

  • When
    April 25, 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Christ Community Church 530 S Pantano Rd Tucson, AZ

  Register

  Join us for our monthly AZCSN Lunch and Learn. This event is open to all church leadership and safety / security team members. 

  This month we will focus on Emergency First Aid Fundamentals Part One.

  This course includes basic first aid and lifesaving techniques to be used in the event of a medical emergency.

  You will learn how to properly assess a patient and how to deal with significant issues such as compromised airway, broken bones, burns, heart attacks, seizures, strokes, and more. This course also includes CPR and AED use. 

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Phoenix Monthly Meeting

  • When
    May 01, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Church for the Nations 6225 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012
  • Spaces left
    100

  Register

  AZCSN meets the first Thursday of the month at Church for the Nations in Phoenix. Our monthly meetings include an opportunity to meet and fellowship with other safety and security ministry volunteers, a training session on a different topic each month, and time to share updates and questions about church safety.

  This month we will focus on Emergency First Aid Fundamentals Part Two.

  This course includes basic first aid and lifesaving techniques to be used in the event of a medical emergency.

  You will learn how to properly assess a patient and how to deal with significant issues such as compromised airway, broken bones, burns, heart attacks, seizures, strokes, and more. This course also includes CPR and AED use. 

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Surprise, AZ Monthly Meeting

  • When
    May 05, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Reveal Vineyard 13015 W Greenway Rd, El Mirage, AZ 85335

  Register

  AZCSN meets the first Monday of the month at Reveal Vineyard in Surprise. Our monthly meetings include an opportunity to meet and fellowship with other safety and security ministry volunteers, a training session on a different topic each month, and time to share updates and questions about church safety.

  This month we will focus on Emergency First Aid Fundamentals Part Two.

  This course includes basic first aid and lifesaving techniques to be used in the event of a medical emergency.

  You will learn how to properly assess a patient and how to deal with significant issues such as compromised airway, broken bones, burns, heart attacks, seizures, strokes, and more. This course also includes CPR and AED use. 

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• Sierra Vista Monthly Meeting

  • When
    May 12, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    ONE Community Church 240 North Highway 90 Bypass Sierra Vista, AZ.

  Register

  We meet the second Monday of the month from 6:00-8:00pm at ONE Community Church 240 North Highway 90 Bypass Sierra Vista, AZ. 

  This month we will focus on Emergency First Aid Fundamentals Part Two.

  This course includes basic first aid and lifesaving techniques to be used in the event of a medical emergency.

  You will learn how to properly assess a patient and how to deal with significant issues such as compromised airway, broken bones, burns, heart attacks, seizures, strokes, and more. This course also includes CPR and AED use. 

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• May Lunch & Learn

  • When
    May 30, 2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Christ Community Church 530 S Pantano Rd Tucson, AZ

  Register

  Join us for our monthly AZCSN Lunch and Learn. This event is open to all church leadership and safety / security team members. 

  This month we will focus on Emergency First Aid Fundamentals Part Two.

  This course includes basic first aid and lifesaving techniques to be used in the event of a medical emergency.

  You will learn how to properly assess a patient and how to deal with significant issues such as compromised airway, broken bones, burns, heart attacks, seizures, strokes, and more. This course also includes CPR and AED use. 

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• AZCSN Presents Massad Ayoob MAG 20: Armed Citizen Rules of Engagement

  • Start
    October 10, 2025
  •  
  • End
    October 11, 2025
  •  
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Journey Church 3782 N Bank St, Kingman, AZ
  • Spaces left
    30

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  A two-day, 20-hour immersion course in rules of engagement for armed law-abiding private citizens, emphasizing legal issues, tactical issues, and aftermath management. Topics will include interacting with suspects, witnesses, responding police officers…threat recognition and mind-set…management of social and psychological aftermath after having had to use lethal force in defense of self or others…and preparing beforehand for legal repercussions and minimizing exposure to them. Situations in the home, at the place of business, or “on the street” will all be covered.

  Due to the nature of our instruction, it is necessary to provide us with one or more of the following with your registration:

  a. Current State Issued Permit to carry a concealed handgun

  b. Current FFL - Federal Firearms License

  c. Current FOID Card (Illinois Residents only)

  d. Current Police or Military ID

  e. Other current proof of clean criminal record. Most sheriff’s departments will run these for you at a nominal fee, done routinely in many occupations.

  What Do I bring? Note taking materials. Laptop recommended, (you may also want to bring an extension cord/power strip) Audio / video recording of the class is not allowed. If legal to do so, student may be armed in the classroom, but there will be no handling of firearms in the lecture setting. This class is lecture only, there will not be any live fire. Please bring your own lunches, snacks, beverages etc. We have a “working lunch” in all classes. Many of our facilities do not have a place close enough to purchase meals and get back in a reasonable amount of time. Also remember that many of our classes are 10 hour days so if you need another meal in that amount of time please bring it. Bring water, while we do provide water at all of our locations, it never hurts to bring some more. We teach in many locations and cannot guarantee the comfort of the chairs, if that might be an issue for you feel free to bring a cushion to sit on. All Classes meet at 8:30 AM on the First Day

  
  

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