Berg Firearms Training and Tactics

Berg Firearms Training and Tactics is run by John Berg, a retired Chief of Police from Sterling Heights, Michigan. During his 35-year career, Berg supervised criminal investigations, managed the training unit, oversaw the Special Response Team (SRT), and handled emergency management—the kind of experience that translates directly into instruction.

After retiring in 2017, Berg started a consulting company focused on personal and infrastructure security, then expanded into formal firearms instruction. He's certified as an NRA instructor, USCCA instructor, and Texas DPS License to Carry (LTC) instructor. He's instructed hundreds of civilians in safe firearm handling and tactical skills.

All classes run at Reveille Peak Ranch Range (RPR) in Texas, a facility used by the Department of Defense, federal agencies, state and local law enforcement for training. The range supports both long-distance and close-quarters instruction, so courses scale from fundamentals to advanced tactical applications.

Foundational course for shooters with no or minimal handgun experience. Covers: - Firearms safety - Proper handgun manipulation (loading, unloading, grip, presentation) - Stance and sighting - Trigger press mastery - One and two-handed marksmanship at various distances

• •Bring: Your carry handgun (pistol or revolver), 2+ magazines or speed loader, 200 rounds of ammunition, eye and ear protection, close-toed shoes, hat with brim

Meets all Texas requirements for LTC permit. Includes classroom instruction plus range qualification:

You'll complete a written test and shoot B27 qualification targets on the range. Upon passing, receive signed LTC104 course completion form.

• •Bring: Your carry handgun, 50-100 rounds of ammunition, eye and ear protection, close-toed shoes, hat with brim

If you completed the classroom portion online through another provider, this is the range-only qualification. You'll shoot the B27 course of fire and receive your signed LTC104 form.

• •Cost: Contact for pricing
• •Bring: Your carry handgun, 50-100 rounds, eye and ear protection, close-toed shoes, hat with brim

Reinforces fundamentals and adds practical skills: - Pure marksmanship (one and two-handed) at various distances - Managing multiple adversaries - Weapon manipulation: reloads, clearing malfunctions, drawing from holster

• •Bring: Carry handgun, quality holster and belt, magazines or speed loader, concealed carry clothing (cover shirt and long pants), 150 rounds, eye and ear protection, hat with brim

Builds on Defensive Handgun I with stress inoculation training. Uses time constraints, scoring rings, competition, and mild physical agility to induce stress and build accuracy under pressure.

You'll learn: - Point shooting and double tapping - Scanning and movement - Barricade use - Everything from DH1, but with greater complexity and difficulty

• •Bring: Carry handgun, quality holster and belt, magazines or speed loader, concealed carry clothing, 150 rounds, eye and ear protection, hat with brim

Low-stress environment designed for women with no or minimal handgun experience. Covers: - Federal and Texas firearms laws - Use of force laws and concepts - LTC vs. constitutional carry distinction - Firearms safety rules - Transportation and storage - Basic firearm operations and shooting fundamentals - Live-fire marksmanship

Firearms and ammunition provided if you don't own your own (advance notice required). Group discount available for 2 or more. Complete this course and get 25% off the full LTC course.

• •Bring: Your handgun (optional—can be provided), 50+ rounds ammunition, eye and ear protection, close-toed shoes, hat with brim

For licensed LTC holders renewing their permit or wanting to refresh knowledge and skills. Review of: - Pistol safety - Applicable carry laws - Deadly force law - Texas LTC proficiency course of fire (50 rounds on B27 targets)

Upon completion, receive certificate showing legal update and shooting proficiency qualification.

• •Bring: Carry handgun, 50-100 rounds, eye and ear protection, close-toed shoes, hat with brim

One-on-one instruction tailored to your skill level and goals. Available for: - Handgun - AR platform - Shotgun

Contact John Berg directly at [email protected] or 586-214-8923 to schedule.

• •Bring: Your firearm, 50-100 rounds (handgun), 500 rounds (AR), or 40 rounds (shotgun), eye and ear protection, close-toed shoes, hat with brim

"John is a great instructor... very knowledgeable and patient with a first time user." — Scott W.

"I learned much more than I expected. John is a great instructor!" — Jim L.

"Easy going, casual but serious when explaining topics. He takes the subject seriously but doesn't take himself too seriously... real life examples make the class experiential, informative and engaging." — Nicholas W.

"John was awesome! Very funny! He made the class very enjoyable!" — Carrie C.

"Everything was great with today's class. I enjoyed it very much. My friend and I signed up together and had a blast." — Ryan C.

Consistent themes in feedback: Berg's real-world law enforcement experience, his ability to keep classes engaging without dumbing down the material, patience with beginners, and the depth of instruction beyond what the test requires.

Berg Firearms Training and Consulting, LLC John Berg Phone: 586-214-8923 Email: [email protected]

Online registration available for scheduled courses. If a course isn't scheduled, contact Berg directly to arrange a date that works for you.