If you’re searching for a La Junta Colorado Gun Training (Otero County) who actually teaches skills you’ll use, you’re in the right place. Train with Rick Sindeband at Have Gun Will Train Colorado—real instruction, real safety, no fluff.
Bottom line: pick an instructor who tracks the current Colorado requirements and teaches safe, repeatable gun-handling. That’s the standard here.
La Junta, Colorado Gun Training
Rick’s program is built on fundamentals top instructors use nationwide: safe gun handling, correct grip, sighting, trigger control, and decision-making. Expect lecture, visuals, and hands-on reps so the skills stick. New shooters are welcome—many students start here with zero experience and leave confident.
One class won’t make you a pro. Training stacks like blocks—start with a solid base and build. We’ll get you squared away on safety first, then performance.
Why Train with Rick for your La Junta Colorado Gun Training
- Safety first, every time: range rules, safe clearing, correct admin handling—before any live fire.
- Clear, straight talk: what to do, what not to do, and why. No jargon soup.
- Proven credentials: NRA Certified Pistol Instructor, USCCA Certified Instructor, and NRA Range Safety Officer trainer.
- Shooting chops: Double Distinguished Expert in Semi-Auto Pistol and Defensive Pistol I (Winchester/NRA MQP).
- Real background: USAF veteran; ~20 years as an Insurance industry trainer and Certified Insurance Counselor—Rick knows how to teach adults.
Classes for La Junta & Otero County Shooters
- Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP) Training: comprehensive classroom plus live-fire qualification built around fundamentals and safety.
- Concealed Carry Renewal: efficient refreshers that actually correct bad habits and update you on current practices.
- Handgun Fundamentals: stance, grip, sights, trigger, follow-through—drills you can repeat on your own.
- Private/Small-Group Sessions: focused coaching to fix your issues fast.
Flexible scheduling: weekdays, evenings, and weekends available. Pueblo is a straight shot from La Junta—easy drive, easy parking, no nonsense.
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What You’ll Learn (and Actually Use)
- Safe loading/unloading and administrative handling without flagging anyone
- Grip that controls recoil, not wishful thinking
- Reliable drawstroke and consistent presentation
- Sight picture you can reproduce under pressure
- Trigger control that stops yanking shots low-left
- Decision-making for carry: mindset, storage, transport, and avoiding dumb mistakes
Serving La Junta & Nearby
Students come from across La Junta, Rocky Ford, Swink, and Otero County. Many pair class with a Pueblo trip for shopping or appointments—make the drive count and get trained right.
FAQ for La Junta Colorado Gun Training
Do you offer renewals for La Junta CHP holders?
Yes. Short, effective sessions that refresh safety and correct bad habits.
I’m new. Is that a problem?
No. We start at zero and build safely. You’ll leave knowing exactly what to practice.
How do I schedule?
Hit the Training Schedule or Reserve buttons above, or call/text 719-821-3958.
Ready to Train?
Call/Text: 719-821-3958 | Email: rick@havegunwilltraincolorado.com

