Frequently Asked Questions
course Questions:
What are the prerequisites for your courses?
Skills taught at NOBLE Training are built for those willing to develop themselves. Basic courses tend to focus on fundamental skills and may not be physically demanding, while advanced skills courses may require the student to carry up to 30 lbs while moving, shooting, or conducting other training. Individuals should be cautious and not commit to a course they cannot meet the physical requirements for.
Prior experience is required for advanced courses. This can be done through completion of basic courses provided by NOBLE Training or at the discretion of the instructors via a competency examination.
What is the class size?
Class sizes vary depending on the course.
What is the instructor-to-student ratio?
Shooting courses and TCCC/TECC do not exceed a 5-1 shooter-to-instructor ratio. Stop the Bleed or Wilderness First Aid courses may exceed the 5-1 ratio.
What is the cancellation/refund policy?
Cancellation and refunds will be honored and provided up to 48 hours prior to the course start time. Within 48 hours cancellation will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the instructor.
What equipment and gear is provided?
Targets, water, basic hearing and eye protection are provided. Firearms courses are designed to train shooters on their own equipment using their own ammunition. This allows individuals to practice with whatever caliber or specific equipment is required.
What equipment and gear do I need to bring?
Basic Pistol Course Required: At least one firearm, ammunition, 2x magazines, belt, outside-the-waistband holster, pants (no shorts), crew-neck shirt (no v-neck), firearm cleaning/lubrication supplies. Recommended: hearing protection (basic set provided), eye protection (Basic set provided), hat, snacks, hydration mix, retention holster, tactical belt.
Advanced Pistol Course Required: At least one firearm, ammunition, 3x pistol magazines, belt, outside-the-waistband holster, 2x pistol magazine pouch, pants (no shorts), crew-neck shirt (no v-neck), firearm cleaning/lubrication supplies. Recommended: hearing protection (basic set provided), eye protection (Basic set provided), hat, snacks, hydration mix, retention holster, tactical belt.
Concealed Carry Techniques Required: At least one firearm, ammunition, 2x pistol magazines, belt, outside-the-waistband holster, concealed carry holster, 1x pistol magazine pouch, pants (no shorts), crew-neck shirt (no v-neck), shirt for conceal carry, firearm cleaning/lubrication supplies. Recommended: hearing protection (basic set provided), eye protection (Basic set provided), hat, snacks, hydration mix, retention holster, tactical belt.
Basic Rifle Course: At least one firearm, ammunition, 4x rifle magazines, chest-rig or plate carrier with 3x rifle mag pouch, pants (no shorts), crew-neck shirt (no v-neck), close-toed shoes, firearm cleaning/lubrication supplies. Recommended: hearing protection (basic set provided), eye protection (Basic set provided), hat, snacks, hydration mix.
Advanced Rifle Course: At least one firearm, ammunition, 4x rifle magazines, chest-rig or plate carrier with 3x rifle mag pouch, pants (no shorts), crew-neck shirt (no v-neck), close-toed shoes, firearm cleaning/lubrication supplies. Recommended: hearing protection (basic set provided), eye protection (Basic set provided), hat, snacks, hydration mix, rifle sight,
Long Ranged Marksmanship: At least one firearm with rifle scope to shoot out to 1000 yards, range finder, ammunition, 2x rifle magazines, pencil, paper, pants (no shorts), crew-neck shirt (no v-neck), close-toed shoes, firearm cleaning/lubrication supplies. Recommended: hearing protection (basic set provided), eye protection (Basic set provided), hat, snacks, hydration mix, bipod, shooting bag, shooting mat, spotting scope, field stool.
Stop The Bleed: paper and pencil. All training material will be provided.
Where are the courses held?
At this time, pistol courses are hosted at Chilhowee Sporting Clays, 7601 Old Railroad Bed Rd, Maryville, TN 37801
Do you offer private or group instruction?
Yes! Contact us to get a custom quote for training personally designed for you or your agency.
Safety Questions:
What are your safety rules and procedures?
Assume it's loaded. Always assume a firearm is loaded, regardless of its history or who last used it. Treat it as a live firearm even after you have visually inspected it.
Always point in a safe direction. Never point a firearm at anything you don't intend to shoot or destroy, including yourself or another person. A safe direction is one where a bullet can't hit anyone, even if it ricochets or penetrates a wall or ceiling.
Keep your finger off the trigger. Keep your finger off the trigger and outside the trigger guard until you're ready to fire.
Be sure of your target and what's behind it. Bullets can ricochet and penetrate beyond your target.
Safety procedures will be demonstrated at the beginning of EVERY range day and will be followed as per instructions.
How do you handle firearms safety violations?
Minor violations will be corrected on the spot with warnings given. Major violations or continuous minor violations will result in being removed from the range with no refund.
Drugs that affect perception or ability to perform actions with a firearm safely will not be allowed. This includes opioids, benzodiazepines, muscle relaxants, some antidepressants, antihistamines, sleep aids, and illegal drugs. If you have a question about certain medications you are on, please contact us. Alcohol use prior to or during training is strictly prohibited.