The RedBeard Report

About The RedBeard Report

The RedBeard Report is a dynamic firearms instruction academy dedicated to providing comprehensive training for individuals at all skill levels. With a focus on safety, proficiency, and confidence, We offer a variety of courses ranging from basic pistol training to advanced tactical rifle.

Mission Statement
Our mission is to empower students through education and hands-on experience in firearms handling. By fostering an inclusive environment, Our mission aims to break down stereotypes associated with firearms training and encourage responsible ownership and usage.

Courses Offered
We provides a wide range of courses tailored to meet the needs of both beginners and experienced shooters. These include:

• Basic Pistol
• Advanced Pistol
• Women's Only Classes
• Defensive Pistol Series (DPS-1,DPS-2,DPS-3)
• Texas LTC (License to Carry)
• Texas LTC Online Class
• NRA Courses (Pistol,Shotgun,Rifle,RSO)
• Tactical Rifle Series (TacRifle-1,TacRifle-2,TacRifle-3)
• Defensive Shotgun Series (DS-1,DS-2)
• Competitive Shooting Series (CS-1,CS-2)
• Stop The Bleed/Take10/CPR

Certifications

NRA Firearms Instructor (Multiple disciplines)
NRA Range Safety Officer 
Texas Online LTC provider 
Texas LTC instructor 
Stop The Bleed 
Take10
CPR

Policies

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Policy

Class may be cancelled, postponed or rescheduled due to:

Extreme weather

Unforeseen events

Insufficient enrollment

 

Students will be notified as soon as possible and given the option of rescheduling or a refund.

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Students may cancel up to 72 Hours Prior. Students who cancel will be given financial credit to re-schedule class at another scheduled time. Any cancellation after 72 hours will be charged a fee of 50% of the class fee.

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By agreeing to these terms, you agree that you have read all the website/class information and agree to the policies and information therein.

Firearms training classes have limited spaces based on range conditions and availability of additional range safety officers.  Once a class is full, additional students are not accepted, if a student cancels or fails to show up they may have prevented someone else from attending.  Please ensure you are equipped and prepared to attend the training BEFORE you sign up. 

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We understand that illness, family emergencies and other incidents arise that may require your absence from training.  If that happens, simply notify us before the event and we will credit your registration fee to an upcoming event of your choice.


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Cancellations less then 72 hours before the class can not be refunded but can be rescheduled for the same course that is offered on a later date. Cancellations without rescheduling prior to the 72 hours are subject to a 25% cancellation fee. 

The RedBeard Report LLC, reserves the right to cancel and/or reschedule a class based on unforeseen events such as class minimum student requirement not met, severe weather, illness, medical emergency, death etc. The RedBeard Report LLC will do it's best to notify all students immediately to reschedule to a new date and time.

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Due to limited seating, we request that you cancel at least 7 days before a scheduled class, This gives us the opportunity to fill the class. You may cancel via email only (info@theredbeardreport.com). If you have to cancel your class, we will offer you a credit to your account which will be valid for 1 year from the date you cancel or for a full refund. If the credit is not used with 1 year, it will become null and void. If you cancel less than 7 days before a scheduled class, you will be refunded 50% of the course fee.  If you cancel within 48 hours before a scheduled course or you area no show to a course, no refund and no credit will be offered - No Exceptions. 

If any instructor cancels a class, you will be given a full refund.  

NOTE: *All refunds will be returned to you via check within 7 business days from the date of cancelation.
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Our venue holds limited seating, and many of our Classes sell out. For this reason, we request that you cancel at least 72 hours before your scheduled Class. This will allow us to offer your spot to another Student. You may call us at (512) 786-9442 between the hours of 9am and 5pm to cancel or email info@theredbeardreport.com

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Courses will be conducted rain or shine, but extreme weather may force cancellation or re-scheduling.  Courses may also be cancelled or postponed due to insufficient attendance.  Students will be notified as soon as possible in this event so that they can reapportion their time.

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In the event (business) cancels an event you have already paid for, you may choose either: 

1) Full refund of your enrollment fees

2) Credit towards a subsequent training course 

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If you need to cancel a class, we require that you cancel at least seven (7) days before a scheduled class, via email only to info@theredbeardreport.com  If you have to cancel your class, we will offer you a credit to your account which will be valid for one (1) year from the date you cancel. If the credit is not used with one (1) year, it will become null and void. If you cancel less than seven (7) days before a scheduled class, you will be given credit of 50% of the course fee.  If you cancel within 48 hours before a scheduled course or you are a no show to a course, no credit will be offered - No Exceptions. 

If any instructor cancels a class, you will be given a full refund. (See refund policy)

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Cancelations are allowed.  Please note this is different than a "no-show".  If you contact (business) prior to the class beginning, we will work with you to either refund you the money or reschedule you for a different class.

If no contact is made and you do not attend the class, no refund will be allowed but you will be allowed to reschedule.

Reschedule Policy

Reschedule Policy

Students that need to reschedule a class have one calendar year to attend the class.  Students may reschedule once, after that they are subject to the refund policy.

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Sometimes Circumstances such as weather etc. arise where a class may be re-sheduled. We will re-schedule a class as soon as possible after the original date. No refunds will be givin unless the class cannot be re-scheduled.

 

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By agreeing to these terms, you agree that you have read all the website/class information and agree to the policies and information therein.

If something comes up and you can't make it to your scheduled class, you may reschedule for a later class date provided you give written notice via email at info@theredbeardreport.com.

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No Shows

No shows are defined as students who do not call prior to the scheduled course start time to cancel or reschedule their session.

* We apologize but we are unable to issue refunds or course transfers who are no shows.

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You may reschedule a class up to two (2) times without penalty as long as at least 48 hour’s notice is given to the instructor.  Please contact the instructor to reschedule your class.

Refund Policy

Refund Policy

Cancellations more than 7 days prior to the class date will be refunded the course fee minus a $25 administrative charge. Cancellations within 7 days of the class date, will be charged 50% of the course fee.  Students will be given the option to reschedule within one calendar year of the class date, if possible, with no penalty.

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No refunds will be given after a class begins. If students fail the class or cannot complete their qualifications there are no refunds.

 

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By agreeing to these terms, you agree that you have read all the website/class information and agree to the policies and information therein.

Refunds will be given only for severe medical and family emergencies. But you may reschedule to a later class date.  Any refund given will be subject to a $ 25.00 Administrative and Processing Fee.

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We do not offer refunds due to inclement weather, floods, earthquakes and other Acts of God that require us from cancel an event.  In the event that we are required to cancel an event, we will reschedule the date and credit your registration fee to the next event.


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Refunds can be given if notified 72 hours prior to the class. You will have the option of applying your training fees to future classes or given a refund (less a 25% cancellation fee for the course).
No call and no shows for a class will forfeit all deposits and payments made.
Full Refunds can only be given in the case of severe personal/medical issues.

Other Policy

Safety violations.  A safety brief is given at the beginning of each class. If a student violates the safety policies and procedures, the student may be removed from the class with no refund.

 

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Students will be briefed at the start of each class day on safety policies and procedures.  Failing to follow these policies and procedures may result in the student being removed from class with no refund.  

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No refunds will be given after a class begins. If students fail the class or cannot complete their qualifications there are no refunds.

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Classroom: Absolutely no ammunition allowed in the classroom

Range: Please read and obey all posted range policies

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Please do not bring guns or live ammo into the classroom.

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No Black Hawk SERPA or SERPA style holsters are permitted. No floppy nylon/ cloth or worn out leather holsters are permitted. Holsters with some type of retention value / device is STRONGLY recommended. Shooters may be moving in and out of unconventional shooting positions and safety is paramount. We normally recommend some type of open top Kydex or molded plastic holster with positive retention or a law enforcement duty style holster. Law Enforcement Officers are permitted to use a Black Hawk SERPA duty holster if that is what they carry on duty. This only applies to duty style holsters.

 

Participants should always bring food, drinks, and medications that will be needed for the duration of the training events.

 

Most training events are conducted outdoors. All training events will be held regardless of weather unless there is a risk of lightning.

 

Participants should bring weather appropriate clothing and are encouraged to bring extra clothing and footwear.

Waiver

WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY

IN CONSIDERATION OF the risk of injury that exists while participating in FIREARMS INSTRUCTION (hereinafter the "Activity"); and
IN CONSIDERATION OF my desire to participate in said Activity and being given the right to participate in same;
I HEREBY, for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, assigns, or personal representatives (hereinafter collectively, "Releasor," "I" or "me", which terms shall also include Releasor's parents or guardian if Releasor is under 18 years of age), knowingly and voluntarily enter into this WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY and hereby waive any and all rights, claims or causes of action of any kind arising out of my participation in the Activity; and
I HEREBY release and forever discharge THE REDBEARD REPORT LLC, located at 201 Wiley St, Hutto, Texas 78634, their affiliates, managers, members, agents, attorneys, staff, volunteers, heirs, representatives, predecessors, successors and assigns (collectively "Releasees"), from any physical or psychological injury that I may suffer as a direct result of my participation in the aforementioned Activity.
I AM VOLUNTARILY PARTICIPATING IN THE AFOREMENTIONED ACTIVITY AND I AM PARTICIPATING IN THE ACTIVITY ENTIRELY AT MY OWN RISK. I AM AWARE OF THE RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH PARTICIPATING IN THIS ACTIVITY, WHICH MAY INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: PHYSICAL OR PSYCHOLOGICAL INJURY, PAIN, SUFFERING, ILLNESS, DISFIGUREMENT, TEMPORARY OR PERMANENT DISABILITY (INCLUDING PARALYSIS), ECONOMIC OR EMOTIONAL LOSS, AND DEATH. I UNDERSTAND THAT THESE INJURIES OR OUTCOMES MAY ARISE FROM MY OWN OR OTHERS' NEGLIGENCE, CONDITIONS RELATED TO TRAVEL TO AND FROM THE ACTIVITY, ORFROM CONDITIONS AT THE ACTIVITY LOCATION(S). NONETHELESS, I ASSUME ALL RELATED RISKS, BOTH KNOWN AND UNKNOWN TO ME, OF MY PARTICIPATION IN THIS ACTIVITY.
I FURTHER AGREE to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the Releasees against any and all claims, suits or actions of any kind whatsoever for liability, damages, compensation or otherwise brought by me or anyone on my behalf, including attorney's fees and any related costs.
I FURTHER ACKNOWLEDGE that Releasees are not responsible for errors, omissions, acts or failures to act of any party or entity conducting a specific event or activity on behalf of Releasees. In the event that I should require medical care or treatment, I authorize The RedBeard Report LLC to provide all emergency medical care deemed necessary, including but not limited to, first aid, CPR, the use of AEDs, emergency medical transport, and sharing of medical information with medical personnel. I further agree to assume all costs involved and agree to be financially responsible for any costs incurred as a result of such treatment. I am aware and understand that I should carry my own health insurance.
I FURTHER ACKNOWLEDGE that this Activity may involve a test of a person's physical and mental limits and may carry with it the potential for death, serious injury, and property loss. I agree not to participate in the Activity unless I am medically able and properly trained, and I agree to abide by the decision of the The RedBeard Report LLC official or agent, regarding my approval to participate in the Activity.
I HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS "WAIVER AND RELEASE" AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THAT IT IS A RELEASE OF LIABILITY. I EXPRESSLY AGREE TO RELEASE AND DISCHARGE The RedBeard Report LLCAND ALL OF ITS AFFILIATES, MANAGERS, MEMBERS, AGENTS, ATTORNEYS, STAFF, VOLUNTEERS, HEIRS, REPRESENTATIVES, PREDECESSORS, SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, FROM ANY AND ALL CLAIMS OR CAUSES OF ACTION AND I AGREE TO VOLUNTARILY GIVE UP OR WAIVE ANY RIGHT THAT I OTHERWISE HAVE TO BRING A LEGAL ACTION AGAINST The RedBeard Report LLC FOR PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
To the extent that statute or case law does not prohibit releases for ordinary negligence, this release is also for such negligence on the part of The RedBeard Report LLC, its agents, and employees.
I agree that this Release shall be governed for all purposes by Texas law, without regard to any conflict of law principles. This Release supersedes any and all previous oral or written promises or other agreements.
In the event that any damage to equipment or facilities occurs as a result of my or my family's or my agent's willful actions, neglect or recklessness, I acknowledge and agree to be held liable for any and all costs associated with any such actions of neglect or recklessness.
THIS WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY SHALL REMAIN IN EFFECT FOR THE DURATION OF MY PARTICIPATION IN THE ACTIVITY, DURING THIS INITIAL AND ALL SUBSEQUENT EVENTS OF PARTICIPATION.
THIS AGREEMENT was entered into at arm's-length, without duress or coercion, and is to be interpreted as an agreement
between two parties of equal bargaining strength. Both Participant, _________________________ and
The RedBeard Report LLC
agree that this agreement is clear and unambiguous as to its terms, and that no other evidence shall be used or admitted
to alter or explain the terms of this agreement, but that it will be interpreted based on the language in accordance with the
purposes for which it is entered into.
In the event that any provision contained within this Release of Liability shall be deemed to be severable or invalid, or if any term, condition, phrase or portion of this agreement shall be determined to be unlawful or otherwise unenforceable, the remainder of this agreement shall remain in full force and effect. If a court should find that any provision of this agreement to be invalid or unenforceable, but that by limiting said provision it would become valid and enforceable, then said provision shall be deemed to be written, construed and enforced as so limited.
In the event of an emergency, please contact the following person(s) in the order presented:
Emergency Contact:
Contact Relationship: 
Contact Telephone:

I, THE UNDERSIGNED PARTICIPANT, AFFIRM THAT I AM OF THE AGE OF 18 YEARS OR OLDER, AND THAT I AM FREELY SIGNING THIS AGREEMENT. I CERTIFY THAT I HAVE READ THIS AGREEMENT, THAT I FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENT AND THAT THIS RELEASE CANNOT BE MODIFIED ORALLY. I AM AWARE THAT THIS IS A RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND A CONTRACT AND THAT I AM SIGNING IT OF MY OWN FREE WILL.

Participant's Name:
Participant's Address:
Signature:
Date:

PARENT / GUARDIAN WAIVER FOR MINORS
In the event that the participant is under the age of consent (18 years of age), then this release must be signed by a parent or guardian, as follows:

I HEREBY CERTIFY that I am the parent or guardian of ____________________________, named above, and do hereby give my consent without reservation to the foregoing on behalf of this individual.
Parent / Guardian Name:
Relationship to Minor:
Signature:
Date:

Frequently Asked Questions

Reviews

Videos

• Static transitions

  Practicing Rifle to Sidearm transitions

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• Beretta 1301 Tactical - Shotgun 1000 round review

  In this video I do a 1,000 round review on the excellent Beretta 1301 Tactical

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• Shotgun Therapy

  Static Shotgun to Sidearm transitions

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• Static Target transitions

  Drawing from the holster and engaging multiple targets

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• PSA Dagger review

  In this video I am reviewing on the range the PSA Dagger

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• Beretta 1301 tactical first impressions

  Beretta 1301 tactical first impressions while wearing a kit for shotguns.

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• Arex Delta Gen 2 review

  Arex Delta Gen 2 - 1,000 round review

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