Gun Safety Classes for Kids in Texas: Parent's Guide

Texas Handgun Association (TxHGA) started in 1997 as the Texas Concealed Handgun Instructor Association—formed just a year after Texas passed its concealed handgun law. What began as a network of DPS-certified instructors has grown into a full membership organization with over 1,500 active members representing shooters and firearm advocates across the state.

In 2019, the association rebranded to reflect Texas law's evolution, now encompassing both concealed and open carry.

• •Conferences & Networking - TxHGA hosts regular conferences where members discuss firearm laws, safety practices, and self-defense strategy with industry experts.

• •Shooting Events - The association organizes member shooting events ranging from novice-friendly outings to advanced competitions.

• •Texas Shooting Championships - Their flagship annual championship brings skilled marksmen from across the state to compete in various shooting disciplines.

• •LTC Resources - Comprehensive guides to obtaining a Texas License to Carry, finding certified instructors, understanding reciprocity rules, and knowing where you can legally carry.

• •Education & Advocacy - TxHGA maintains a blog covering firearm laws, range safety, training techniques, and self-defense topics. They also advocate directly to lawmakers and media on behalf of members' interests.

TxHGA is affiliated with the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) and holds membership in the NRA Business Alliance

Their corporate member network includes LTC training providers, firearms dealers, legal defense services, and ammunition suppliers across Texas:

• •U.S. Law Shield (legal defense)
• •Guardian Options (Midland)
• •Just Shoot Safely (Plano)
• •Cyclone Defense (Midland)
• •Bronze Star Shooting (Weatherford)
• •Smokin Chief Firearms (Slaton)
• •And others throughout the state

TxHGA focuses on four core objectives:

1. Enhance and protect the Texas License to Carry law 2. Advocate for members' rights and standards to public, media, and lawmakers 3. Promote responsible firearm safety and ownership 4. Maintain superior standards in instruction and training

Membership is open to anyone legally eligible to own a handgun in the U.S.