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Hard Target Solutions

Emergency Preparedness and Personnel Protection. Firearms, self defense and emergency medical class We also specialize in active threat mitigation.

Hard Target Solutions is a dynamic and multifaceted organization that excels in the field of emergency management. With a comprehensive range of services, Hard Target Solutions is committed to ensuring the safety and security of individuals, organizations, and communities in times of crisis. As a full spectrum emergency management company, they possess the expertise and resources necessary to handle a wide array of emergency situations. One of the key areas where Hard Target Solutions specializes is in providing firearms certification training. Recognizing the importance of responsible firearm ownership, they offer comprehensive courses that educate individuals on proper handling, safety protocols, and legal requirements. By equipping participants with the necessary knowledge and skills, Hard Target plays a vital role in promoting responsible firearm use and minimizing risks associated with firearms. In addition to firearms certification, we also offer Foundational Trauma First Aid, Advanced Trauma Care, and CPR/AED certifications. Understanding the critical role of immediate medical response in emergency situations, they provide thorough training to individuals, organizations, and professionals. By teaching life-saving techniques and equipping people with the ability to treat traumatic injuries and administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and operate automated external defibrillators (AEDs), Hard Target empowers individuals to respond effectively in medical emergencies, potentially saving lives. Understanding the increasing prevalence of security threats in today's world, they offer comprehensive training programs to enhance individuals' ability to recognize, respond to, and mitigate active threats. Our courses cover topics such as situational awareness, crisis communication, emergency action planning, and active shooter response. By equipping individuals and organizations with the necessary skills and knowledge, We help create safer environments and promote effective response strategies.

03/14/2026

Intermediate Carbine was a success this morning.

Back out on the range again this afternoon running Fundamental Handgun and putting in the work. Reloads, malfunctions, movement, and building solid operational fundamentals from the ground up.

We’re burning up the roads and burning up the ranges, doing what we do best—building real skill sets, not just checking boxes.

See you on the road.
See you on the range.
Let’s get it. 🔥

03/11/2026

Back at the HTS Batcave resetting and preparing for the second round of classes and courses this week.

We’ve hit March and are already approaching 30 courses run this year, and March itself is shaping up to be another busy month.

Tomorrow we’re back on the range with Intermediate Rifle and Fundamental Long Range Precision, and the rest of the week finishes out with medical training and Houses of Worship CRT fi****ms training.

At Hard Target Solutions we don’t run large assembly-line classes. We build real operational skill sets with small, focused instruction that actually prepares people to perform when it matters.

If you want to see the difference, know the difference, and be prepared for whatever situation may come, we’re the group.

If you’re looking for big classes with more than three or four people… we’re probably not your company.

We are second to none.

See you in the classroom.See you on the range.See you on the road.

03/09/2026

Another solid weekend on the range.

We kicked things off with our Counter Carjacking course, working through vehicle-based threats and defensive considerations in and around the vehicle. From there we moved straight into our Fundamental Carbine course, running two clients through the full progression — from reloads and malfunction clearing to transitions and movement.

Throughout the course, both our clients and instructors really enjoyed working with the QUIK Sling. If you haven’t seen it, look them up. If you haven’t used one, you should consider adding it to your setup. The sling stays completely out of the way until you need it — simple, efficient, and a great piece of kit.

And the pace doesn’t slow down from here.

Busy week ahead with CPR recertification, Long Range Precision, Intermediate Carbine, and Handgun courses on the schedule. We’re packed once again and looking forward to it.

See you on the road.See you on the range.See you in the classroom.

03/06/2026

Back on the Range This Week

After some time in the classroom, we’re back where we belong — on the range.

This week we finished running training focused on understanding your vehicle and the threats that can develop in and around it. Vehicles create a completely different tactical environment, and if you carry a firearm but have never trained in and around a vehicle, you’re missing a critical skill set.

We will still be covering counter carjacking concepts, but more importantly students will learn how to work around the realities of a vehicle during a defensive encounter.

Training will include:

• Understanding vehicle cover vs. concealment
• Engaging threats from inside and outside the vehicle
• Movement around vehicles and positional awareness
• Working in and out of the vehicle with multiple operators
• Managing angles, obstacles, and limited space

Alongside that, we’ll also be running our Intermediate Handgun and Carbine course, continuing to build real-world defensive skill sets.

Our classes stay small and focused, allowing every student to get meaningful repetitions and practical instruction.

Looking forward to getting back to work.

See you on the range.
— Hard Target Solutions

03/05/2026

A huge thank you to the team at the SAVE Expo and our great partners at Sunshine First Aid & Safety for an outstanding weekend.

We had an incredible time connecting with professionals from across the industry, discussing real-world readiness, and sharing practical approaches to austere medicine and emergency preparedness.

Events like this are important because they bring together people who are committed to building better skill sets, improving response capabilities, and strengthening safety within our communities.

We truly enjoyed meeting everyone who stopped by the booth and attended the presentation. It was a productive weekend full of great conversations and the start of several new partnerships.

Looking forward to continuing the work and seeing everyone again next year.

02/28/2026

We’re set up and ready to roll at the SAVE Expo!

Our first presentation kicks off at 12:00 PM Austere Medicine.
If you’re attending, come sit in and let’s talk real-world backcountry and off-grid medical considerations — the mindset, the gear, and what actually matters when help is not minutes away.

We’re proud to sponsor and to be affiliated with Sunshine Safety & First Aid — strong partners who share our commitment to preparedness, training, and quality equipment.

Swing by the booth, say hello, and check out the Quick Sling and trauma kits. We’ll walk you through the build philosophy, placement considerations, and why simplicity and accessibility always win in an austere environment.

And don’t forget to pet gumbo. 🔥

See you at noon.
See you at the booth

02/27/2026

🔥 SAVE EXPO – We’re Here! 🔥

If you’re at the SAVE Expo, make sure you stop by our booth this Saturday and Sunday.

We’re running FREE demos and showcasing the medical and trauma kits that every serious trail rider, overlander, Jeep driver, and backcountry explorer should have in their vehicle.

From:
• 🚙 Trail riding
• 🏕️ Overland expeditions
• 🏔️ Backcountry travel
• 🔥 Austere environments

You don’t rise to the occasion — you fall to your level of training.

Come check out:
✅ Our upcoming classes
✅ Austere & backcountry medical training
✅ Vehicle-based trauma response
✅ Hands-on gear demos
✅ The most capable trauma kits built for real-world use

At Hard Target Solutions, we’re building more than classes — we’re building prepared leaders. Our mission is simple: deliver world-class training that stands not only at the top in Florida and across the East Coast, but on the global stage.

If you care about your family, your team, and your ability to respond when things go wrong — this is where you need to be.

Stop by. Shake hands. Ask questions.
See why we are one of the most trusted names in training.

See you at the booth.
See you on the trail.
See you in the classroom.

02/25/2026

Counter Carjacking & Vehicle Defense starts now.

Engines off. Mindset on.

This morning we’re running vehicle defense and counter–carjacking work — understanding angles, movement around the vehicle, use of cover vs concealment, and the realities of fighting in and around glass and steel.

Vehicles are transitional spaces. Transitional spaces are where violence often happens.

We train accordingly.

This afternoon we roll straight into Fundamental Rifle — building solid mechanics, recoil management, accountability, and precision. No wasted reps. No shortcuts. Just disciplined fundamentals under stress.

Two classes. One day.
Better prepared by sunset.

02/20/2026

Mid-week classes in full swing.

Long Range Precision and Intermediate Handgun wrapped up with an outstanding group of experienced shooters. From ringing steel past 800 meters to single-hand handgun operation under stress, these courses were all about refining fundamentals and building real-world capability.

Great reps, solid mindset, and strong performance across the board.

See you in the classroom.
See you on the range.

02/19/2026

We’re excited to be back at the SAVE Expo this year — February 27th through March 1st!

Hard Target Solutions will be presenting Austere Medicine & Backcountry Medical Essentials, covering the realities of medical care when help is delayed, environments are unforgiving, and preparation matters. From environmental injuries to trauma management and medical emergencies off-grid — we’ll be bringing practical, field-ready knowledge you can actually use.

We’ll also have a booth set up throughout the event. Stop by, say hello, check out our training programs, and talk shop about emergency preparedness, backcountry travel, and operational medicine.

Looking forward to another outstanding year at this annual event.

02/16/2026

We ran both our Fundamental and Intermediate courses throughout the entire weekend with multiple clients on the line. The weather held beautifully — truly couldn’t have asked for better conditions or a better range to train on. When preparation meets opportunity, great training happens.

Now we roll straight into another full week.
From Long Range Precision to Fundamental Carbine, to Fundamental Handgun, and wrapping it all up with classroom instruction and ongoing security and safety assessments — we’re covering ground on every front.

We’re rocking and rolling again.

See you on the range.
See you on the road.
See you in the classroom.

02/14/2026

Back on the range.
Two classes today — Fundamental Handgun this morning → Intermediate Handgun this afternoon.
Building from the ground up.
The weather’s here — and so should you be.
— Hard Target Solutions

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Gainesville, FL

Telephone

+18288382013

Website

http://www.hardtarget.org/

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