Frank Tooker Firearms Training

Confidence Begins With Proper Training.

Frank Tooker Firearms Training prepares first-time gun owners, experienced shooters, church safety teams, and licensed security professionals to handle firearms safely, lawfully, and with genuine skill — not tactical theater.

Now Our Primary Focus

The Wolfhound Defense Training System

Prepared. Accountable. Capable.

Wolfhound Defense Training System emblem featuring an Irish Wolfhound, Texas flag map and crossed flintlock rifles
More Than A Curriculum

A Philosophy Of Personal Responsibility

The Wolfhound Defense Training System is built around practical performance — designed for ordinary citizens, armed professionals, church safety teams and security personnel who understand that violence is unpredictable, and that surviving it requires disciplined preparation rather than impressive-looking technique.

Our mission: develop competent, responsible defenders capable of prevailing under stress through mastery of the fundamentals.

The Irish Wolfhound was never bred to entertain — it was bred to protect. It remained calm, observed patiently, and acted decisively only when necessary. That is exactly what we expect from our students.

“Many shooting schools teach games. Wolfhound Defense teaches fighting. There are no style points, no trophies — only outcomes.”

The Wolfhound Philosophy

Defensive Pistol

The firearm most likely to be carried every day — draw stroke, sight acquisition, trigger management, reloads, malfunctions and decision-making at speed.

Defensive Rifle

The most capable defensive firearm — zero confirmation, use of cover and barricades, positional shooting, target transitions and weapon manipulation.

Defensive Shotgun

Tremendous effectiveness with disciplined handling — patterning, loading technique, recoil control, emergency reloads and practical employment.

Who We Train

A training academy built for every responsible owner — not just enthusiasts.

From the first-time buyer who has never racked a slide, to congregations building a safety team, to licensed security officers maintaining their qualifications — every course is taught with the same standard of safety, patience and professionalism.

Training Programs

Explore The Training We Offer

Four focused programs covering handguns, long guns, licensing and professional security qualification.

Instructor guiding a student's grip on a handgun during private pistol training
Handguns

Pistol Training

Basic to Defensive · 90 Min – 4 Hrs

Basic Pistol, Pistol Two, Defensive Pistol and LEOSA qualification — a complete path from your first shots to confident, defensive-ready skill.

From $120 / person
AR-15 rifle and pump shotgun crossed on a shooting bench at the range
Long Guns

Rifle & Shotgun Training

Basic to Defensive · 90 Min – 4 Hrs

Basic Rifle, Basic AR Rifle, Defensive Rifle and Defensive Shotgun — build safe, accurate fundamentals with either platform.

From $120 / person
Handgun and ammunition beside a laptop, representing the online License to Carry course
Licensing

Texas License to Carry

Online + Range · DPS Certified

Everything you need to know about getting your LTC — why it still matters, who qualifies, and the full path to your license.

$99 / person
Frank Tooker teaching defensive tactics in a Security Level 3 classroom
Professional

Texas Security Level 3

2-Day Program · License #F28655001

DPS-approved Level 2 & 3 initial qualification and bi-annual requalification for commissioned security officers.

From $199 / person
Upcoming Schedule

Book Your Next Session

Live seat counts, straight from our training calendar. Book and pay securely through Square.

Next available sessions Live availability
Date Class Location Status Booking
AUG 21 Friday, 10:00 AM
Security Level 3 Range Training Cedar Ridge Range, Bulverde Open Book & Pay
AUG 22 Saturday, 9:00 AM
Defensive Pistol Cedar Ridge Range, Bulverde Open Book & Pay
AUG 26 Wednesday, 10:00 AM
Security Level 3 Range Training Cedar Ridge Range, Bulverde Open Book & Pay
AUG 29 Saturday, 9:00 AM
Texas License to Carry New Braunfels Classroom Open Book & Pay
SEP 02 Wednesday, 10:00 AM
Security Level 3 Range Training Cedar Ridge Range, Bulverde Open Book & Pay
Booking and payment are handled securely through Square. Don’t see a date that works? Contact us to arrange a custom session.

Gear We Actually Use. See the dry-fire tools, holsters, lights and services Frank personally recommends to students.

Frank Tooker, lead firearms instructor, demonstrating a proper two-handed pistol grip

Credentials At A Glance

Meet Your Instructor

30 Years Of Training Soldiers, Officers, And Civilians — Now Focused On You.

Frank has spent over 30 years training soldiers and civilians in marksmanship, and has taught firearms training professionally since 2011 — from competitive shooters and business owners to experienced law enforcement officers seeking training beyond what their department offers.

Safety comes first in every session. Frank will never teach a technique that puts you in physical or legal jeopardy, and continues to develop safe, practical methods focused on real-world skill for the average person.

Frank Tooker Firearms Training LLC is a certified, DPS-approved Security PSP Level 3 school (license #F28655001) — veteran owned, operated, and fully insured.

Veteran Owned & Operated
Fully Insured
DPS License #F28655001
NRA Certified Instructor
30+
Years Training Experience
1,000+
Hours Of Instructor Training
2011
Training Civilians Since
5.0
Average Client Rating
Who We Serve

Built For First-Time Owners, Seasoned Shooters, Congregations And Professionals

Wherever you’re starting from, there’s a program designed around your goals — not a one-size-fits-all class.

New Owner

Just Bought Your First Firearm?

Learn to handle, load and shoot your new pistol safely and confidently in a private, judgment-free 90-minute lesson built for total beginners.

Experienced

Tuning Up A Perishable Skill

Marksmanship fades without practice. Sharpen your fundamentals, work under time pressure, and train the way you would actually need to defend yourself.

Churches & Groups

Building A Church Or Community Safety Team

Custom group instruction for congregation safety teams and community organizations who carry the responsibility of protecting others.

Professional

Carrying A Firearm For A Living

Commissioned security officers and LEOSA-qualified law enforcement can complete initial or bi-annual requalification with a DPS-licensed school.

Testimonials

Hear From Our Clients

Real feedback from LTC students, requalifying officers, business owners and families.

Rated 5 out of 5

“I cannot give Frank a higher recommendation. I completed my Texas yearly HR218/LEOSA qualification with him today. I’ve had 35 years in law enforcement and have had instruction from some of the best. Frank is definitely now one of them.”

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S.J.
LEOSA Qualification, Oct 2025
Rated 5 out of 5

“Frank designed custom training for me — we shot from simulated offices and the front seat of my truck. He went out of his way to design custom target layouts using 3D targets to better understand shot placement.”

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Chris
Business Owner
Rated 5 out of 5

“Myself and my two teenage daughters learned about firearms safety. Frank was an amazing instructor and was very patient with my youngest daughter. Would absolutely recommend to anyone wanting to learn about firearms safety.”

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Patricia K.
Google Review
Rated 5 out of 5

“The Art of Concealment is definitely worth the time — a great class for people that have never trained how to carry a gun for self defense.”

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Salvatore B.
Retired Detective
Rated 5 out of 5

“Thank you for your time today — your enthusiasm and guidance, even after a long morning in the cold, is much appreciated. I will absolutely be taking some of your advice with me, especially on trigger control.”

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C.G.
LTC Student, Jan 2026
Rated 5 out of 5

“Awesome training class and Level 3 qualification course! Professional, patient, and thorough from start to finish.”

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G.B.
PSP Level 3 Requalification
Pricing

What Does It Cost?

Pricing varies by course. Every price includes instruction and paperwork — only ammunition and rental firearms are extra.

Online LTC + Range Combo

$99/person

The full Texas License to Carry course, online and on the range, in one price.

Security Level 3 In-Person

$199/person

The 10-hour in-person tactics, defensive tactics and firearms qualification.

Payment Options: We accept cash, card, or Apple Pay for all courses. Contact us if you need to arrange another payment method.

Frequently Asked

Common Questions

It depends on the class. We use a private classroom in New Braunfels for in-person classroom instruction, and we secure exclusive access to ranges in the New Braunfels, San Antonio and Austin area so training happens without distraction.

No. The ranges we use have a good selection of rental pistols and reasonably priced ammunition. Contact us and we will make sure you are set up before class day.

Yes, for group and private lessons. Contact us and we can discuss travel fees and course minimums — we set up custom classes for businesses, churches and private groups regularly.

An LTC still matters even under the Texas permitless carry law — reciprocity in 37+ other states, access to more locations, and a state-issued credential that can smooth over an encounter with law enforcement. See our full Texas LTC guide for details.

From The Blog

Training Tips & Guides

Practical, no-nonsense articles on training, licensing and gear — written by Frank.

Mantis dry-fire training pistol used for at-home practice
Training Tips
August 12, 2026 · 6 Min Read

Dry Fire Practice: The Cheapest Way To Get Better

Ammo costs money. Dry fire costs nothing — and rep for rep it builds more of the skills that matter.

Handgun with a red dot optic laid out on a shooting bench
Gear & Optics
August 5, 2026 · 5 Min Read

New Red Dot? Here’s How To Actually Zero It

Mounting, pre-zeroing at home, and confirming your dot live at the range.

Frank Tooker teaching defensive tactics in a Security Level 3 classroom
Professional Training
July 28, 2026 · 6 Min Read

What Actually Happens During Security Level 3 Qualification

A day-by-day walkthrough of the two-day Level 2/3 qualification.

Instructor guiding a student's grip on a handgun during private pistol training
Getting Started
July 18, 2026 · 4 Min Read

5 Things To Bring To Your First Pistol Lesson

What to bring, what to leave at home, and what a private first lesson looks like.

Ready To Train? Let's Get You Scheduled.

Call, text, email, or use our contact form — we will help you pick the right course.

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