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Professional Firearms Instruction

Zachary Long of CSI is a certified National Rifle Association law enforcement firearms instructor as well as a Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services certified firearms and general instructor offering the following training courses in the surrounding areas of Charlottesville Madison and Winchester Virginia.
Virginia Resident Concealed Handgun Permit

Providing Basic Handgun Competency in Accordance with Virginia State Law Section § 18.2-308.02, 1950, as amended


Virginia CHP Code Section
Safety and Handling
Shooting Technique
Marksmanship Fundamentals

Classroom Instruction 2.5 hours
Range Instruction 1.5-2.5 hours

Per Person ~ $75.00
Regularly scheduled monthly class is
FREE to active members of:
NRA • GOA • VCDL • FPC • NAGR
Handgun Competency Course
Regular classes are held once a month at a TBA location. Please check the training calendar below for available dates. Additional classes are held by appointment and instructor availability only at your property or facility.

The code of Virginia does not require individuals to pass a shooting qualification or written exam however I feel it's essential to demonstrate basic competency. All students attending are expected to fire their weapon and pass with a score of 80% or better. Students must bring a minimum of 50 rounds of ammunition as well as hearing and eye protection to attend.
Zachary Long firearms instruction Charlottesville, Virginia
maximum class size 8 students no minimum

LEOSA HR-218
Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act

Firearm qualification conducted by a Virginia DCJS or National Rifle Association Certified Law Enforcement Firearms Instructor on a course of fire approved by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services for qualified current and retired local, state, and federal law enforcement officers with valid LEOSA credentials. This course is offered for reserved groups of at least 4 students. Students must bring a minimum of 100 rounds of ammunition as well as hearing and eye protection to attend.
nraila.org/gun-laws/leosa
HR-218 Recertification Course
1 hours Self-Study Presentation
1 hour Range Instruction/Qualification
Per Person ~ $100.00 Range Included

LEOSA instructions PDF
maximum class size 8 students

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Firearms Training Courses
Non-Governmental

Designed to bring training techniques developed for law enforcement, military, and security professionals to law abiding responsible citizens. These are dynamic sessions specifically focused on advancing the students’ knowledge, confidence, and proficiency in the defensive use of firearms in real world scenarios.
Range Fee Included With Defensive Pistol & Rifleman Day 2
Courses By Appointment Only


Defensive Pistol Day 1 - No Range
8 hours ~ $150.00
Prerequisite: VA CHP
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Defensive Pistol Day 2 - Live Fire

8 hours ~ $250.00
Prerequisite: Defensive Pistol Day 1
  • Shooting Fundamentals Review
  • Draw Technique and Recoil Management
  • Reloads and Malfunctions
  • Unsupported and Non-Dominate Hand Shooting
  • Shooting Positions
  • Shooting with Movement
  • Situational Awareness and Retention
  • Target Engagement and Transitioning
  • Use of Cover and Concealment
  • Flash Sight Fire and Close Quarter Shooting
  • Reduced Light Fire        

Rifleman Day 1 - No Range
8 hours ~ $150.00

Prerequisite: None    
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Rifleman Day 2 - Live Fire
8 hours ~ $250.00
Prerequisite: Rifleman Day 1

  • Safety and Storage
  • Field Strip and Identification
  • Cleaning and Function
  • Marksmanship Fundamentals 
  • Shooting Technique
  • Reloads and Malfunctions
  • Sighting Systems
  • Shooting Positions
  • Shooting with Movement
  • Target Engagement and Transitioning
  • Use of Cover and Concealment
  • Transition to Pistol
  • Reduced Light Fire

Defensive Pistol • Rifleman Required Equipment
Pistol
  • A magazine-fed semi-automatic pistol
  • A properly sized gun belt and or carrier
  • A holster properly fitted to your pistol
  • 2+ pistol magazines
  • 2+ pistol magazine pouches
  • Hearing and eye protection Day 2 only
  • 150 rounds pistol ammo Day 2 only
  • Hand or pistol white light 200+ lumens
Rifle
  • A magazine-fed semi-automatic rifle with sling
  • A properly sized gun belt and or carrier
  • A holster properly fitted to your pistol
  • 2+ rifle magazines
  • 2+ rifle magazine pouches
  • Hearing and eye protection Day 2 only
  • 150 rounds rifle ammo Day 2 only
  • 50 rounds pistol ammo Day2 only
  • Rifle mounted white light 200+ lumens
maximum class size 8 students
minimum 4 students any Day 2 course

Private Instruction
Private firearms instruction is tailored to the students particular needs based on their experience and comfort level. You specify the goals or areas of personal improvement and a training program will be created to strengthen your understanding and further your firearms skill set.
Private Firearms Lessons
Per Hour ~ $40.00

2 Hour Minimum Session
By Appointment Only
maximum class size 8 students no minimum
NRA Verification
Zachary Long NRA LEO Instructor
224550501 Exp. 3/31/2024

DCJS Verification
Zachary Long VA DCJS Instructor
IN-1000187
Exp. 8/31/2023

Associate Firearms Instructors
In Memory Of My Good Friend
JULY 28, 1955 – OCTOBER 28, 2022

Daniel E. Price III
Retired US Secret Service Officer

NRA Instructor # 172681439
VA DCJS Instructor # IN-0000539
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Please review the firearms training calendar for available dates before completing the registration form.
Firearms Training Calendar
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Terms of Service & conditions
Registration must be completed by every individual participating in training

    Firearms Training Registration

    Please select an open and available training date from the Firearms Training Calendar below. Preferred training dates are not guaranteed and you will be contacted by the instructor with your training date confirmation. Training dates are subject to change however as much notice as possible will be provided if a training date is canceled for any reason. Thank you
    Start times are contingent on available facilities conducive to the specific training being conducted
    Due to the physical nature of the training being provided as well as environmental conditions beyond the instructors control please provide any limitations you have that could affect your ability to participate.
    Max file size: 20MB
    Please upload a copy of you active: NRA, GOA, or VCDL membership. Thank you
    Max file size: 20MB
    Please upload proof of prior training. Requirement to satisfy any of the applicable prerequisites. Thank you
    Max file size: 20MB
    Please upload proof of identity in order to participate in the Basics of Handgun Competency course or (LEOSA) HR-218 course. Only valid government issued photo ID cards are accepted. Thank you

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Registration must be received 7 days prior to the training date in order to participate
Ammunition and applicable range fees are not included in course prices unless specifically noted and are the students responsibility
If you have questions or concerns regarding any of the firearms training offered please use this form to contact Zachary Long directly. Thank you

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All firearms training is provided solely by Zachary Long, Commonwealth Surveillance & Investigations is not a National Rifle Association training school, Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services training school, or firearms training academy.
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