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Guardian Tactical Solutions
288 N Main St NE, Cedar Springs, MI
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•Guardian Tactical Solutions focuses on getting Michigan residents properly trained and legally certified to carry. Their core offering is the Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals course—a full-day (8am-5pm) class that covers everything required to apply for your Concealed Pistol License. Th...
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Guardian Tactical Solutions focuses on getting Michigan residents properly trained and legally certified to carry. Their core offering is the Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals course—a full-day (8am-5pm) class that covers everything required to apply for your Concealed Pistol License.
This isn't a quick rubber-stamp course. Students learn:
- •Conflict avoidance and situational awareness — understanding how to stay out of trouble before it starts
- •Home security and home defense strategies — securing your home and making smart defensive decisions
- •Firearm fundamentals — handgun, shotgun, and AR-15 basics for beginners
- •Shooting fundamentals and marksmanship — actual trigger time and accuracy work
- •The physiology of violent encounters — how your body responds under stress
- •Legal aspects of deadly force — Michigan law, what constitutes self-defense, and what happens after you pull the trigger
- •Gear and equipment selection — choosing holsters, carry methods, and defensive tools that actually work
Successful completion qualifies you to apply for your Michigan Concealed Pistol License. Cash payments accepted.
| Class Type | Price | Duration | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPL Class | $80-$95 | 8am-5:30pm | Multiple dates per year |
| CPL Recertification | $50 | Full day | Available |
| Advanced Defensive Handgun | $100 | 3 hours | Occasional |
| Basic Handgun (USCCA) | $50 | 6 hours | Periodic |
For shooters who already know their way around a pistol, Guardian offers the Advanced Defensive Handgun Course ($100, 3-hour format). This covers:
- •Proper drawing from the holster
- •Moving while drawing
- •Shooting from cover and concealment
- •Positional shooting (hip, support side, one-handed, kneeling, prone)
- •Multiple attacker scenarios
- •Malfunction clearance drills
- •Stress shooting practical exercises
Not for beginners. This course requires previous handgun training and experience. You'll get a certificate of completion.
- •Your own pistol
- •30-50 rounds of ammunition
- •Eye and ear protection (provided if you don't have it)
- •Limited handguns available for rent at $15 if you need one
Classes use outdoor range facilities.
Newer gun owners can start with the Basic Handgun Course ($50, 6 hours). This USCCA-certified course emphasizes handgun fundamentals, firearm safety, defensive shooting, marksmanship, situational awareness, and gear selection. It's designed to prep you for the CPL course if you're not ready yet.
Cedar Springs, Michigan — Classes held at multiple venues including Pilgrim Bible Church, City Impact, and other local facilities.
| Hours | Contact |
|---|---|
| Mon-Fri: 8am-5pm | (616) 271-2093 |
| Sat-Sun: 10am-6pm | [email protected] |
| Mailing: P.O. Box 59, Cedar Springs, MI 49319 |
- •Cancel 24+ hours before class: Reschedule free or get refund (minus $10 fee)
- •Cancel less than 24 hours: Can reschedule only
- •No-shows: Can reschedule within 24 hours of missed class
They've been running CPL courses consistently since at least 2021—you're not dealing with a one-off operator. The curriculum actually teaches legal knowledge, not just shooting. They offer multiple skill levels from beginners to advanced shooters. Classes run regularly enough that you can usually find a date that works, and they'll let you reschedule if life happens.