Fischer's Firearm Training

Fischers Firearm Training operates out of Agis Arms (3915 S Sam Houston Pkwy E, Houston, TX 77047) and offers hands-on firearms instruction led by USCCA Certified Instructors Sheila and Karl Fischer. Their approach balances safety fundamentals with the legal and psychological realities of carrying or using a firearm for self-defense.

Fischers offers five core courses:

6 hours | $150 | Includes 1 hour range time

Their flagship course covers personal protection planning, self-defense basics, shooting fundamentals, gear selection, the legal use of force, and handling the aftermath of violent encounters. Topics include handgun selection, operation, safety rules, and how your body reacts under stress. The course is interactive—lots of hands-on practice, lots of questions encouraged. You get certified range safety officers (three instructors for every three participants). Firearms available if you request them; they recommend starting with a .22, then moving to 9mm for beginners.

3 hours | $60 | Includes 1 hour range time

Classroom + range hybrid. Covers the four rules of safety, sight alignment, trigger control, grip, breathing, stance (basic isosceles triangle), and follow-through. You'll learn handgun parts, loading, racking the slide, safety features, and how to unload and verify clear. Handgun rentals available; ear and eye protection provided if needed.

2 hours | $25 | Classroom only

Focuses on the difference between reasonable and deadly force—how judges, prosecutors, and juries interpret these situations. Covers force laws at home and outside. Includes real-world scenario practice to help you understand your rights and decision-making.

2 hours | $25 | Classroom only

Addresses the physiological reality of combat stress: fight-or-flight response, adrenaline, endorphins. You'll learn threat recognition, commands, when deadly force is necessary and when it stops. Critical section on what to do after defending yourself—who to call, how to talk to police, how to act during and after arrest even if you acted legally.

2 hours | $25 | Classroom only

Covers conflict avoidance, situational awareness, color codes of awareness, risk identification, cover and exit techniques, and why a carry permit matters in a comprehensive self-defense strategy.

Their training philosophy hinges on nine concrete benefits:

1. Safety and responsibility — Professional instruction on handling, storage, and keeping firearms away from children. 2. Marksmanship under stress — Understanding firearm mechanics, proper stance, and the muscle memory needed when it counts. 3. Legal knowledge — Know where you can and can't carry, what self-defense actually means in court, what happens after a shooting. 4. Situational awareness — Recognizing threats and avoiding danger before it escalates. 5. Confidence — Familiarity with your weapon and the knowledge to handle it builds composure under pressure. 6. Psychological preparation — Understanding the mental weight of potentially using lethal force. 7. Physical readiness — Speed, coordination, and defensive tactics beyond just shooting. 8. Community — Networking with other responsible gun owners. 9. Realistic scenarios — Practice responding to actual threats in controlled settings.

What to bring: - Long pants and close-toed shoes (required for range time) - Eye and ear protection (provided if needed) - Ammunition (50 rounds for Safe Shooting Fundamentals; more for the 6-hour course) - Your handgun or revolver (or rent one) - Water and snacks

Class structure: - Small groups: three certified Range Safety Officers per three participants - Mix of classroom and hands-on—not lecture-heavy - Participants get a Certificate of Completion - Flexible scheduling; book a session that fits your calendar

Contact & Hours: - Phone: (713) 702-5259 - Email: [email protected] - Mon–Fri, 9 AM–5 PM

Sheila and Karl Fischer are the core team. Both are USCCA Certified, which means they meet ongoing education standards and operate under a framework that emphasizes responsible firearm ownership and legal awareness. They teach everything from pistol basics to shotgun and rifle fundamentals, with a focus on personal protection and home defense.

Fischers maintains a blog covering firearms, training, safety, children and gun safety, and concealed carry topics. They also point students toward the USCCA and NRA websites for continued learning.

Bottom line: Fischers Firearm Training treats training as the foundation of responsible firearm ownership. Legal knowledge, mechanical skill, and mental preparation matter equally.