Class for females only - Page 2

Jeremiah · 10-05-2009

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Originally Posted by No Time to Shoot

I would like to find a women only class for my wife near Fort Wayne. She has expressed interest in a women only class for the same reasons listed above.

I think it's a great idea!

Contact the Dekalb county Sheriffs department, ( in Auburn, IN) I am not sure if they still are but they did offer a womens only defense class, that may work to get her past the initial intimidation. and then mover her to an advanced class, as they don't use firearms in this class I beleive. That is if they are stil doing it.

theweakerbrother · 10-01-2009

On a serious note, I think my wife would be way more likely to take a class with other women.

It is like Curves or whatever those women-only exercise places are called. People who are a bit self-conscious are more likely to loosen up if they think no one is paying attention to them in a negative way.

I've seen far too many men try to talk down to a "little lady" who is pistol browsing only to find her more knowledable than the man trying to steer her to a DAO revolver because her brain is too small for something as complicated as a magazine or as "dangerous" as a Glock!

Some additional thoughts...

Sometimes husbands make poor teachers when it comes to guns. There is an emotional level involved that some couples seem to butt heads on when it comes to teaching. An argument fought over something while trying to teach your spouse about guns made lead them to association that argument with guns or training and hate it. Or some just have less patience with their loved ones. I don't get it, but I see it a lot. A third party alleviates this stress and allows the spouse to grow and shine.

rambone · 10-01-2009

I think you are approaching it correctly. Encourage the co-ed classes and hold them more often, and explain why on your site. But periodically hold a special session for those timid ones. It will be better than nothing for them.

Shay · 10-07-2009

Sorry it has taken me a few days to get back to this thread.

I appreciate the feedback. I will be booking a female-only class later this year.

The bottom line is I think it's important that women who own guns take training and maybe my offering this class will make a difference in the decision to take their first class.

Thanks again for sharing your thoughts.

revance · 10-09-2009

Ken Campbell (Boone Co. Sheriff) has a ladies only defensive pistol class. My wife is going to take it.

Several reasons to have one:

- Reduces intimidation and self consciousness
- Reduces risk of being hit on (not necessarily eliminates it)
- Makes it clear to the student that they aren't weird for being a woman who wants to learn to shoot or (OMG) CARRY A GUN.
- There are some things specific to women, such as carry methods and firearm choice (gun makers don't exactly cater to small hands) that could really use extra attention and spark good conversation.

10-01-2009	#2 (permalink)
theweakerbrother The Bearded One Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Columbus, IN Posts: 2,024	On a serious note, I think my wife would be way more likely to take a class with other women. It is like Curves or whatever those women-only exercise places are called. People who are a bit self-conscious are more likely to loosen up if they think no one is paying attention to them in a negative way. I've seen far too many men try to talk down to a "little lady" who is pistol browsing only to find her more knowledable than the man trying to steer her to a DAO revolver because her brain is too small for something as complicated as a magazine or as "dangerous" as a Glock! Some additional thoughts... Sometimes husbands make poor teachers when it comes to guns. There is an emotional level involved that some couples seem to butt heads on when it comes to teaching. An argument fought over something while trying to teach your spouse about guns made lead them to association that argument with guns or training and hate it. Or some just have less patience with their loved ones. I don't get it, but I see it a lot. A third party alleviates this stress and allows the spouse to grow and shine. __________________ Pray for peace; prepare for war. Hospitaller: Holiness is in right action, and courage on behalf of those who cannot defend themselves.

10-01-2009	#3 (permalink)
rambone Freedom Czar Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: U.S.S.A. Posts: 2,593	I think you are approaching it correctly. Encourage the co-ed classes and hold them more often, and explain why on your site. But periodically hold a special session for those timid ones. It will be better than nothing for them. __________________ Upcoming Events in Northwest Indiana - Stand Up For Freedom! Nov. 5 - Protest Against Government Health Care - Hammond, IN http://ingunowners.com/forums/politi..._5_2009_a.html Si vis pacem, para bellum.

10-07-2009	#4 (permalink)
Shay Mindset Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Indy Posts: 751	Sorry it has taken me a few days to get back to this thread. I appreciate the feedback. I will be booking a female-only class later this year. The bottom line is I think it's important that women who own guns take training and maybe my offering this class will make a difference in the decision to take their first class. Thanks again for sharing your thoughts. __________________ MindsetLab.com “Criticism is something we can avoid easily by saying nothing, doing nothing, and being nothing” - Aristotle

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10-09-2009	#5 (permalink)
revance Plinker Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Zionsville Posts: 230	Ken Campbell (Boone Co. Sheriff) has a ladies only defensive pistol class. My wife is going to take it. Several reasons to have one: - Reduces intimidation and self consciousness - Reduces risk of being hit on (not necessarily eliminates it) - Makes it clear to the student that they aren't weird for being a woman who wants to learn to shoot or (OMG) CARRY A GUN. - There are some things specific to women, such as carry methods and firearm choice (gun makers don't exactly cater to small hands) that could really use extra attention and spark good conversation.