Special Events

Our special events are a great way to hone your skills, network with our community, and enjoy the full spectrum of our program.

Specialized Training

Our specialized training events are held throughout the year for Able Shepherd Certified members to participate.  These events provide advanced on-location training and tactics.

Community Gatherings

We often host events that are open to the public!  These are a great way to meet new people, network with our community, and learn more about the program.

Fundraisers and Benefits

Building a positive future is the cornerstone of our program and we are always looking to host benefits for companies and causes we believe in.

Quarterly Events

Every quarter throughout the year we host special events for our community.  From camping adventures, excursions in nature, or special family gatherings, we do it all.

August, 2023

 

8/12: DEFEND the FLOCK: Joint Training with DCSO "Community Event"

Defend the Flock- Douglas County

WHAT: Defend the Flock- Douglas County Sheriff’s and ABLE SHEPHERD

Able Shepherd has set the national standard, for this capability. Able Shepherd’s CEO, Jimmy Graham, is a Veteran US Navy SEAL and former Overseas Protective Officer for the CIA’s elite Global Response Staff (GRS). Jimmy and his expert staff has culminated a lifetime worth of training and experience to provide an efficient proven standard that is based on the CAPABILITY to defend those in your care

FREE Church Readiness Planning Seminar 

Hosted by Able Shepherd and Douglas County Sheriff’s Office

WHEN: SATURDAY, AUG 12th from 10am – 1pm

Introduction, welcome and overview

Demonstration, of Immediate Response, First Responders arriving on scene, Medical Extraction

Presentation with free planning/training resource materials, followed by Q and A session.

WHERE: CROSSROADS COMMUNITY CHURCH, 9900 S Twenty Mile Rd, Parker, CO 80134

WHO: This seminar is focused on Church Safety (Pastors, Board Members, Church Security Personnel, etc.), EVERYONE (School Administrators, Safety Directors, Responsible Citizens, etc.) can benefit from the principles presented.

COST: THIS EVENT IS FREE TO THE PUBLIC

PURPOSE: IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO DEFEND THOSE IN YOUR CARE TO THE BEST OF YOUR ABILITY…WE CAN HELP!

WHY: Violent encounters targeting churches, schools, and businesses are on the rise. The question of “Should we” defend those in our care is no longer a question…the appropriate question is “How do we responsibly and effectively do so?”

 

Click HERE to RSVP.

Email info@ableshepherd.com for details.

 

 

 

8/19: Patrol 2 - Special Training Event

Back by popular demand for 2023: PATROL.

There will be three levels of this cirriculum, aimed at learning skills to reach targets further through advanced techniques in the wild.

We are all familiar with Open Terrain (think outdoor range lanes), Close Terrain is a term used to describe an area with obstructions (trees, buildings, etc.). When patrolling through close terrain there are specific proven terms and tactics that are critical to know, understand and implement.

This is the second course in the Patrol series.

WHEN: Saturday, August 19th 4:00pm – 8:00pm
WHERE: Private Location, Elizabeth, CO
COST: $200

WHO: Must be Able Shepherd Certified status in current standing and have completed Patrol 1.

Click HERE to register.

Email info@ableshepherd.com for details.

 

 

 

September, 2023

 

9/16: Patrol Sight-in - Special Training Event

Back by popular demand for 2023: PATROL.

This Class is an opportunity for students to sight in or confirm sight in of their patrol platform rifles. The objective is for all students to confirm zeroing per their specific optics at distances consistent of 100 up to 400 yards.

Hour 1
There will be a maximum of 10 students shooting at one time, all on one line and will only move down range with the line cold to tape targets downrange
Students will sight their rifles at 100 yards.
Students will refine sight in between 100 and 200 yard zero per their optic.

Hour 2
There will be a maximum of 10 students shooting at one time, all on one line and will only move down range to set and pick up steel targets with a cold range.
Students will move to the longer range berms to confirm and practice shooting at 150 yards, 200 yards, 300 yards, 400 yards. Positions for shooting will be Bench, Standing, Kneeling, and Prone.

WHEN: Saturday, September 16th 10:00am – 1:00pm
WHERE: Ben Lomond Gun Club
COST: Monthly Class Credit or DROP IN FEE $

WHO: Must be Able Shepherd Certified status in current standing and have completed Patrol 1.

Click HERE to register.

Email info@ableshepherd.com for details.

 

 

 

9/23: The Gathering 2023 - Annual Able Shepherd Competition-"There Can Be Only One"

There can be only one!!

Every year we host a friendly competition between our certified Able Shepherd members.
With a different theme each year, this is a chance to compete in live-fire skills and tactics, using movement and scenarios and the chance to not only earn bragging rights, but a special prize!

WHEN: Saturday, September 23rd from 10:00am – 2:00pm
WHERE: TBD
COST: $200

WHO: Must be Able Shepherd Certified status in current standing.

Click HERE to register.

Email info@ableshepherd.com for details.

 

 

 

October, 2023

 

10/6: Patrol Sight-in - Special Training Event

Back by popular demand for 2023: PATROL.

This Class is an opportunity for students to sight in or confirm sight in of their patrol platform rifles. The objective is for all students to confirm zeroing per their specific optics at distances consistent of 100 up to 400 yards.

Hour 1
There will be a maximum of 10 students shooting at one time, all on one line and will only move down range with the line cold to tape targets downrange
Students will sight their rifles at 100 yards.
Students will refine sight in between 100 and 200 yard zero per their optic.

Hour 2
There will be a maximum of 10 students shooting at one time, all on one line and will only move down range to set and pick up steel targets with a cold range.
Students will move to the longer range berms to confirm and practice shooting at 150 yards, 200 yards, 300 yards, 400 yards. Positions for shooting will be Bench, Standing, Kneeling, and Prone.

WHEN: Friday, October 6th 12:00pm – 3:00pm
WHERE: Ben Lomond Gun Club
COST: FREE

WHO: Must be Able Shepherd Certified status in current standing and have completed Patrol 1.

Click HERE to register.

Email info@ableshepherd.com for details.

 

 

 

10/14: Training at Longmont Police Range

SESSION 4: Hostage Rescue

Course Description: In this course students will be presented with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform and understand the 3 handgun safety rules, drawing from a holster and engaging targets at various distances.  Additionally, students will be presented with the skills to engage with live adversaries in reality based scenarios making split second decisions in order to defend themselves while moving through multiple rooms in a hostage rescue scenario.

Who: Responsible citizens, beginner to advanced, who are looking for a realistic application of shooting skills. Max: 10 Students

When: Saturday, October 14th from 1pm to 6pm (5 hrs)

Where: Longmont Police Department and Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Range and Training Center,

10916 County Road 5, Longmont, CO 80504

COST: $225 per person

 

Click HERE to register

Email info@ableshepherd.com for details.

 

10/20 - 10/21: Patrol 3 - Special Training Event

Back by popular demand for 2023: PATROL.

There will be three levels of this cirriculum, aimed at learning skills to reach targets further through advanced techniques in the wild.

This is the third in the required series, Patrol #3
**Participants that successfully pass the standard will be eligible for the “P” (Patrol) Endorsement on Able Shepherd coin.

WHEN: Friday October 20 starting at 5:00pm, through  Saturday October 21,  7:00am to 3:00pm
WHERE: Private Location, Elizabeth, CO
COST: $200

WHO: Must be Able Shepherd Certified status in current standing AND have successfully complete Patrol 1 AND Patrol 2

Click HERE to register.

Email info@ableshepherd.com for details.

 

 

 

November, 2023

 

11/10: The MIX Community Event

Throughout the year we offer special events that are open to our cummity, and the public.  These events feature special guest speakers, special training modules, and plenty of mingling with our community and the public.

This event, back by popular demand, is tought by one of our own members and will detail how to effectively perform emergency suturing.  This fun and interactive event is one you don’t want to miss!

Special Guest: Sean Kness

WHEN: Friday November 10th from 6:00pm – 8:00pm
WHERE: Summit Church
7200 S Clinton St, Centennial, CO 80112
COST: FREE for members, $10 per non-member

WHO: Open to our members and the public.

Click HERE to register

Email info@ableshepherd.com for details.

 

11/23: Annual Thanksgiving Day Turkey Fry

Join our staff and members for our annual Turkey Fry!  This yearly event is a great way to celebrate the day and fry a turkey to take home to your family.

WHEN: Thanksgiving Day, Thursday November 23rd from 7:00am – 10o00am
WHERE: Able Shepherd Headquarters
7146 S Tuscon Way (Unit A-4)
CentennialCO 80112 
COST: FREE

WHO: Open to our members and the public.

Click HERE to register

Email info@ableshepherd.com for details.

 

December, 2023

 

12/2: Defend the Flock - Advanced Training Event

Church Security – Defend the Flock

What/Why: Reality Based Training is where the rubber meets the road. This Able Shepherd Special Event “Defend the Flock” will simulate an active shooter event in a church. In the event of a real-world emergency you are ready, or you are not ready; We say it this way “The parking lot of the shooting is no place for a training class…”. There will be no dry runs, warm-ups, or dirt dives. There will be a safety brief, gear overview on security sashes and then it’s go-time. You have what it takes…time to perform…”On YOU!”

Check out a video of last year’s event HERE !

WHEN: Saturday December 2nd from 10:00am – 2:00pm

WHERE: Brave Church, 3800 E Hampden Ave, Englewood, CO 80113
COST: $200

WHO: Must be Able Shepherd Certified and in current status to register for this event.

Click HERE to register

Email info@ableshepherd.com for details.

 

New 2024 Events Coming Soon!

Stay tuned for more updates.

 

Chris Waterman
Chris Waterman
2023-02-08
Best training! Don't delay, do it.
John Orefice
John Orefice
2022-10-15
Absolutely the best training offered to the general public.
Tom L.
Tom L.
2022-03-17
Best personal protection training program you will find. If you want to protect yourself, your family, and your community this is the place to learn, practice, and grow. Great people, great facility, and great training. Take the introductory POP (protect our people) class and you’ll understand.
Alex J Moore
Alex J Moore
2022-01-25
So glad to have found out about Able Shepherd from a good friend of mine. I took the POP (Protecting Our People) half day course and was amazed by the organization, professionalism, and breath of skills taught and practiced. I hope to be returning soon to continue my training.
Becky Griess
Becky Griess
2021-07-31
Can you truly say you would know what to do in a situation where you had to protect yourself, loved ones or even a stranger? A year and a half ago I would have flippantly said “Oh sure” but truly being afraid of my own shadow. After taking the POP Class and beginning my journey in the Able Shepherd program, I look back and see how naïve I truly was. I have gotten more out of life, live more confidently and feel more secure when I am with my child and by myself from the training and relationships that have been built in this program. When Jimmy, the Able Shepherd Staff and members say, “Come for the training, stay for the family”, every ounce of this is true. I encourage everyone to at least take the POP class. You can never go wrong with Able Shepherd’s training.
Chad Allen
Chad Allen
2021-07-31
The best training you can get anywhere! Trust me the training is great but the fellowship puts it over the top!!
Joe Davis
Joe Davis
2021-07-23
The Able Shepherd team has taken my training to a whole new level with respect to uniformity, safety and accuracy in a professional and respectful environment. If you want the best in firearms training look no further than Able Shepherd!
RIDDICK Erickson
RIDDICK Erickson
2021-07-23
Ive been through the Able Shepherd program and have been being trained by the instructor's for some time now. Never once have i left a class and not learned somthing new. It really is the most applicable training to civilian life iv ever seen. Including personal protection, self defence with all weapons types and family protection. It makes a fire arm a capability not just another untrained tool.
Chad Szpunar
Chad Szpunar
2021-07-23
The Able Shepherd training program is outstanding. The entire staff is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Not only do I feel the training received is unparalleled , but they also deliver it in such a way that creates a community based atmosphere to the program, which makes you feel as if you’re part of something special. I would highly recommend the Able Shepherd program to anyone who is looking to learn the importance and skills of protecting yourself, your family, and others around you.

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DISCLAIMER: Always obey all firearm safety rules when handling, shooting, cleaning, and storing firearms. Only practice live fire training at shooting ranges designed and appropriate for shooting live ammunition. The tips, opinions, techniques, and strategies on this website are for training purposes only. Only practice the techniques and strategies with trained and qualified professionals in an environment suitable for such training. Techniques and strategies on this website related to security protocols should be implemented by trained professionals in conjunction with a comprehensive security scheme. Techniques and strategies related to defending against active shooters and other violent encounters are constantly changing and evolving. Able Shepherd therefore does not guarantee any outcomes. The contents of this webpage and associated photos, video, graphics, or other materials may describe or reenact active shooter scenarios or other violent scenarios which may be disturbing to some viewers. Viewer discretion is advised.