Frequently Asked Questions

WHO CAN TRAIN WITH WTHT?

WTHT training is open to any law-abiding adult that can legally purchase and possess firearms under local, state and federal law.  If you have doubts about your status, please discuss that privately ahead of time.  Defensive Pistol 1 & 2 require a valid Texas License to Carry or equivalent from another state.

We do offer private training courses for minors on a case-by-case basis. A parent or guardian must be present (though they do not have to be a student) throughout the training. Minors are welcome to attend any lecture course, but minors are generally not allowed into adult shooting courses without pre-course evaluation by the course instructor.

WEATHER, REFUNDS, AND CANCELLATIONS BY STUDENT OR WTHT

Unless weather conditions are unsafe or the range becomes unavailable, we train in all conditions. If we reschedule a class due to weather or change in instructor availability, students that cannot attend the make-up date are given full refunds. Payments are non-refundable, but in most cases, we convert the student's payment to tuition credit that can be used for other classes. This credit is valid for up to 3 years after payment.

Payments may be subject to a rescheduling fee of $25, if the student contacts WTHT less than 3 days prior to class day and requests to reschedule the course. Students that pay and fail to show up on class day without contacting WTHT forfeit the entire payment. Students doing last minute rescheduling are suggested to contact WTHT by phone (voice not text) (806) 702-4291.

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT

Firearms

For LTC courses: students must bring their own handgun and a minimum of 50 rounds of ammunition. Only one magazine is required, but additional magazines are very useful.  Students will not be allowed to use a handgun that the instructor believes is unsafe.  Every effort will be made to provide a suitable substitute.

For all non-LTC handgun classes other than Handgun Primer, students must bring their own handgun, .380 caliber or greater, and enough magazines or speedloaders that they can fire 30 rounds without having to reload magazines or speedloaders.

Handguns brought to class should be clean and lubricated.  The handgun should be functional and not subject to manufacturers recall.  If a student has any questions about the suitability of a particular handgun, please contact WTHT ahead.

Magazines

For the best range experience, it is recommended that every person that owns a semi-automatic handgun own a minimum of four (4) factory magazines for that gun. It is helpful if magazines should be numbered with your initials on them. This is useful both for identifying your own magazines from those belonging to other students, but also essential for diagnosing problems should a particular magazine be the cause of a malfunction.

Ammunition

If the "round count" for the class is 150 rounds or less, we suggest bringing an additional 50 rounds. For classes that require more than 150 rounds, bringing an extra 100 rounds is advised. If you don't use the extra ammo, you'll have it for your next practice session. We do not sell ammunition.

The following types of ammunition are not allowed in our courses:

• Frangible or shotshell handgun ammunition.
• Tracer or other explosive ammunition.

Holsters

For all classes beyond the Handgun Primer, The Holster Course and Texas License to Carry: students need a good quality belt holster (kydex or leather preferred) that covers the trigger guard of the pistol. The plastic holsters sometimes included with many new guns may be acceptable for use in classes.  The holster must not be a soft, collapsible, design.  The mouth of the holster must remain open when the handgun is removed.  Students are encouraged to ask questions in advance about holsters.

We strongly recommend that students also have at least one (two is preferred) magazine pouch for their belt.  Most magazine pouches are made to fit specific magazines.  Occasionally a generic magazine pouch will work, but not in every case.  A good quality belt capable of holding up the weight of a loaded, holstered pistol is important.  Good gun belts are typically 1.5" wide and thicker/stronger than a lightweight dress belt. "Tactical" belts such as the Wilderness belt are also acceptable.

Students borrowing equipment are responsible for damage and/or loss of those items.

BLACKHAWK SERPA HOLSTERS ARE PROHIBITED IN WTHT CLASSES

Based upon documented incidents, this holster is not permitted in class.  If a student has a question about this, they should contact WTHT ahead.

Loaner Guns and Equipment

We have a limited number of loaner guns available for rent. To use our loaner guns, contact us prior to class day. As stated above, you must be legally able to own and purchase firearms to use a loaner gun.  Depending on instructor preference, students will either purchase ammunition from the instructor or be required to purchase appropriate ammunition prior to class day. Students should not assume that any materials needed for class can be purchased from us on class day at the range. Costs for loaner guns varies by class and the student should be prepared to pay the rental fee in cash on the day of training.

Food and Drink

Students are advised to always bring food and drinks they might want on class day, including sufficient water to stay hydrated during the day.  It is strongly recommended that students do not handle food during or after shooting, until they have thoroughly washed their hands.

Clothing

Shooting is often done at outdoor ranges.  Appropriate clothing includes athletic shoes (no slick soled boots, dress shoes, or sandals), a cap or hat (to deflect spent brass), and seasonal items such as raingear, coats, sunscreen, sunglasses, and bug spray. It is always better to bring extra items you don't use than to need a raincoat (or bug spray) and not have it. 

A shirt with a closed collar is recommended and a baseball hat is required.  Clothing that will easily allow hot brass to land and rest next to your skin is not allowed.

Early and Late Arrivals

Please be on time. A common problem is that students underestimate driving times to the various facilities and arrive late. We have made every effort to provide directions and approximate travel times to range locations.  The first topic in every course is gun safety and specific range rules for that course. Students are not allowed to participate in training without the safety lesson/briefing.

Audio/Video Recording

Audio and video recording is not allowed during WTHT classes. Photography is allowed on a limited basis, with instructor approval, only of people who agree to be photographed. Photographing PowerPoint slides is not permitted without express permission.  WTHT reserves the right to limit the content and distribution of any recordings made during our courses.

Cell Phones

All devices brought into the classroom or out on the range must be set to vibrate or mute. Texting and reading email on portable devices during class activities is not allowed except in emergency situations.  Breaks will be provided to allow students to check phones.

Some cell phones emit signals that produce audible, distracting, digital noise in many brands of electronic hearing protectors. If this occurs and your phone is a distraction to other students on the range, you may be asked to leave your phone in the classroom or in your range bag during the live fire portions of class.

QUESTIONS?

If you have questions not answered here, contact us at info@westtexashandguntraining.com and we'll be happy to answer them.

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