Staccato Ranch

Skills and Drills with Mike Benbow
2025-05-17 08:00 - 2025-05-18 17:00 UTC | Staccato Ranch, 1275 Co Rd 233, Florence, TX, 76527, United States
Members-only course. Register Here – Sign up for Course
In Mike’s two-day course you will receive customized coaching structured to improve your pistol shooting. This course will introduce you to the 2011/1911 platform and cover the advantages and limitations of shooting with red dots.
This course will build on the established basics with dynamic drills to improve accurate target engagement, target transitions, and refine your holster draw technique for speed and accuracy.
Required Student Provided Items:

Ballistic Eye Protection
Hearing Protection
Properly Functioning Pistol (No Revolvers Please)
Sturdy Belt
Holster
3 Magazines with magazine carrier for at least one
800+ rounds of ammunition for the weekend
Any item needed for environmental conditions

Classes will begin at 8 am at Staccato Ranch: 1275 Co Rd 233, Florence, TX 76527, USA.
Water will be provided, please bring any snacks or specialty drinks you may need or desire (no alcohol allowed before or during training). A lunch break will be provided and will be announced by the instructor.
Dress for range should be comfortable clothing and weather-specific. If it rains, we will still train so bring rain gear if you require it, sunscreen and hats for hot sunny weather are recommended.
We will discuss range safety and rules, discuss the 1911/2011 platform, disassemble and assemble the 2011, discuss carrying options, dryfire, and do static firearms training.
Student needs to be able to stand for long periods of time. If you require special accommodations or have questions concerning the course, please email us at training@staccato2011.com
Your Instructor:
Mike Benbow
Staccato’s Director of Training Mike Benbow recently retired from the United States Marshals Service as the Tactical Operations Commander for their Special Operations Group (SOG). Mike spent 25 years in the Marshals and 21 years in SOG. During his tenure as SOG Cadre, Mike was responsible for the shooting and entry programs as well as overseeing Tactical Operations. He participated in and lead missions across the United States and its territories as well as several overseas deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan and other counties abroad.
Prior to his time in the US Marshals, Mike served as a uniformed Sheriff’s Deputy, a Narcotics Detective and a United States Border Patrol Agent.
Mike was instrumental in the adoption of the Staccato 2011 by SOG and has 20 years of experience shooting, carrying, and instructing with the 1911/2011 platform. Mike’s passion for all shooting disciplines carried throughout his career and continues today.

Haley Strategic - D5 - Handgun
2025-05-20 00:00 - 2025-05-22 23:59 UTC
D5 – Handgun Signup
Disruptive Science, or D5, is designed as a foundational course to accelerate the learning curve of all students regardless of background or experience level. The majority of courses within the shooting community simply focus on the gun. Our multiday course formats focus on the science of the human body, brain and handgun performance. Handgun shooting and performance has its own unique challenges due to the weapon system itself and how we integrate that system into the mechanics of the human body. The D5 curriculum takes a deep dive into all of the human factors that affect both learning and performance. Once we develop a greater understanding of the body and brain, we then progress to the application of the handgun including thinking, shooting and overall manipulation of the system.

Gear Requirements

Weapons

Primary weapon system (Handgun) dependent on course selection
Minimum of 4 magazines for each primary and secondary weapon
Minimum of 1000 rounds of ammunition for primary
Weapon maintenance/cleaning Tools
Weapon light mounted on primary weapon system for lowlight courses
Suppressors for weapon systems (optional)

Equipment

Holster with adequate retention for dynamic movement; OWB or IWB (*Please vet your holster retention)
Belt appropriate for supporting magazine carriers
Magazine carriers/pouches (Belt mounted and / or Chest Rig)
Night observation device(s) for night vision courses
Handheld flashlight for handgun lowlight courses
Chest rig (optional)
Plate Carrier (optional)
Extra batteries for all equipment

Personal

Eye Protection for live fire courses
Hearing Protection for live fire courses (Electronic hearing protection is highly recommended)
Hydration carrier, and water to sustain the length of the course.
Note-taking Materials (Pen/paper, digital devices, video recording, etc.)
Sharpie marker for range work for live fire courses
Sunscreen/Bug Spray for live fire courses
Gloves and knee pads for live fire courses (optional but recommended)
Range/weather appropriate clothing for live fire courses

Training course cancellation/refunds/exchanges are subject to the following Terms and Conditions:

Training cancellations must be requested no later than 30 days from the date of the training course. There will be NO REFUNDS given if a registrant cancels or requests a refund less than 30 days before the training course start date;
Due to the limited spaces available in each course and the travel requirements for many of our students, training courses are refunded with a 50% cancellation fee (i.e., training courses are only 50% refundable after enrollment);
Rescheduling/Exchanging an enrolled training course to a later date may be available upon request, but remains subject to the 30-day policy stated above;
In rare circumstances, Haley Strategic Training may need to cancel a course/event. If this occurs, individuals registered will be contacted and refunded in full;

Haley Strategic - D3 - Sharpening - Handgun
2025-05-23 00:00 - 2025-05-24 23:59 UTC
D3 – Sharpening – Handgun Signup

Disruptive Environment, or D3, is designed as an advanced applications course to accelerate skill-set development for experienced shooters. The curriculum is relevant to anyone from the responsible armed citizen, to active MIL and LEO. Shooting performance can be subdivided into fundamentals, skill-sets, and tactics. For reference, our D5 curriculum focuses on the development of a solid foundation in fundamentals and human factors, where the D3 curriculum moves more into the development of next level skill-sets in low-light/no light, vehicles/cover considerations, home/business defense, and urban vs rural environments. This multiday, advanced applications format, integrates light/illumination techniques (both handheld and weapon mounted), movement, communication, and shooting, into decisive actions. The course includes lectures, demonstrations, deliberate practice models, and multiple exercises where students will be challenged to combine techniques that work for them into solutions that can potentially save lives.

Warning

This course should not be selected if you have not been through a foundational course with us (D5/D7 Courses) or another reputable organization/instructor. All advanced application students must have fundamental weapon safety and weapon manipulation knowledge. A baseline assessment on safety, speed, accuracy, manipulations, and movement is conducted upon arrival to determine if students current skill levels are adequate to safely proceed through the course. Students will be pulled from training for safety violations.

In addition to core topics:

Deliberate practice models
Balancing speed and accuracy
Mastering self-diagnostics
Kinetic linking in the handgun draw
Eye tracking drills based on ocular movements
Stability and mobility exercises
Strategies for speed and efficiency of movement

Gear Requirements

Weapons

Primary weapon system (Handgun) dependent on course selection
Minimum of 4 magazines for each primary and secondary weapon
Minimum of 1000 rounds of ammunition for primary
Weapon maintenance/cleaning Tools
Weapon light mounted on primary weapon system for lowlight courses
Suppressors for weapon systems (optional)

Equipment

Holster with adequate retention for dynamic movement; OWB or IWB (*Please vet your holster retention)
Belt appropriate for supporting magazine carriers
Magazine carriers/pouches (Belt mounted and / or Chest Rig)
Night observation device(s) for night vision courses
Handheld flashlight for handgun lowlight courses
Chest rig (optional)
Plate Carrier (optional)
Extra batteries for all equipment

Personal

Eye Protection for live fire courses
Hearing Protection for live fire courses (Electronic hearing protection is highly recommended)
Hydration carrier, and water to sustain the length of the course.
Note-taking Materials (Pen/paper, digital devices, video recording, etc.)
Sharpie marker for range work for live fire courses
Sunscreen/Bug Spray for live fire courses
Gloves and knee pads for live fire courses (optional but recommended)
Range/weather appropriate clothing for live fire courses

Training course cancellation/refunds/exchanges are subject to the following Terms and Conditions:

Training cancellations must be requested no later than 30 days from the date of the training course. There will be NO REFUNDS given if a registrant cancels or requests a refund less than 30 days before the training course start date;
Due to the limited spaces available in each course and the travel requirements for many of our students, training courses are refunded with a 50% cancellation fee (i.e., training courses are only 50% refundable after enrollment);
Rescheduling/Exchanging an enrolled training course to a later date may be available upon request, but remains subject to the 30-day policy stated above;
In rare circumstances, Haley Strategic Training may need to cancel a course/event. If this occurs, individuals registered will be contacted and refunded in full;

Wednesday Night 5 Stand League (Members Only)
2025-03-05 16:30 - 18:30 UTC
Members Only Wednesday Night 5 Stand League
Sign Up Here
Compete in Annie Oakley with fellow Staccato Ranch members in the Wednesday Night 5 Stand League. The league will be held on the first and third Wednesday of each month, starting March 5th.
Cost: $20
Food and drinks will be provided

Member Course with Ben Clark
2025-03-06 22:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York)
Exclusive Course for Staccato Ranch Members
Join us every other Thursday for a members-only course with Ben Clark. Courses are first-come first-serve.
Class Size: 4
Please register here.
Each week will feature a new discipline/topic. Courses will cover pistol basics, red dot basics, shooting and moving, concealed and open carry, and various other areas of focus.
What to Bring:

Pistol and belt with holster preferred (limited rentals available)
100-200 rounds of ammunition (available for purchase at Clubhouse)
Weather and range-appropriate clothing (pants, close-toed shoes, long sleeves preferred)
Eye and ear protection (rentals available)

Instructor: Ben Clark – Staccato Ranch
Ben is an experienced competitive shooter and seasoned firearms instructor. Ben leads pistol training for civilian shooters of all experience levels and law enforcement personnel. Ben has trained under and taught multiple classes with former USMS SOG Tactical Operations Commander Mike Benbow.

Freedom Members Only Guardian Training - Shooting at the Speed of Efficiency
2025-05-30 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Sign up HERE:
Guardian Shooting at the Speed of Efficiency – Pistol
Speed is fine… accuracy is final… You’ve all heard that… why can’t we have both? This class is for that!
Free for Freedom Members
8AM – 5PM
Staccato Ranch
1275 Co Rd 233
Florence, TX 76527
PREREQUISITE: Must know basic firearms safety & firearms handling – this is an intermediate course
Reliable pistol with 2 mags
600 rounds, pistol, minimum (more the better)
Holster & mag carriers
Reliable and safe holster
Snacks – Lunch will be around Noon – Bring Lunch
Eye/Ear Protection
Sunscreen
This course taught to a multitude of LE agencies around the country and world including at annual conferences of International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association (ILEETA) and International Association of Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors Association (IALEFI)
This ADVANCED level course is designed to enable student(s) to work on efficiency of movement as it pertains to the holster draw, manipulation (reloads & malfunction clearances) as well as movement prior to shooting and finally shooting on the move. Cognitive processing drills will also be implemented in the final stages of this course.
This course will focus on the Deliberate Practice Model (Ericsson & Pool, Peak: Secrets from the New Science of Expertise) on how professional athletes train ranging from mental, cognitive, and physical abilities. Quantifiable results ranging from both time and accuracy.

Freedom Member's Night
2025-01-31 18:30 - 20:30 UTC
Register here – Sign up for Freedom Member’s Night
Join us for Freedom Members Night from 6:30-8:30 pm at the Staccato Ranch Clubhouse.
Exclusive to Freedom Members (formerly Unlimited Members) – Must be a Staccato Freedom Member to attend. Member +1 guest allowed.
This is an opportunity to meet fellow Freedom Members. Enjoy music, heavy hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, and some optional light shooting with the Staccato Ranch team.

Guardian Training - Shooting at the Speed of Efficiency
2025-05-31 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Sign up HERE:
Guardian Shooting at the Speed of Efficiency – Pistol
Speed is fine… accuracy is final… You’ve all heard that… why can’t we have both? This class is for that!
$325
8AM – 5PM
Staccato Ranch
1275 Co Rd 233
Florence, TX 76527
PREREQUISITE: Must know basic firearms safety & firearms handling – this is an intermediate course
Reliable pistol with 2 mags
600 rounds, pistol, minimum (more the better)
Holster & mag carriers
Reliable and safe holster
Snacks – Lunch will be around Noon – Bring Lunch
Eye/Ear Protection
Sunscreen
This course taught to a multitude of LE agencies around the country and world including at annual conferences of International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association (ILEETA) and International Association of Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors Association (IALEFI)
This ADVANCED level course is designed to enable student(s) to work on efficiency of movement as it pertains to the holster draw, manipulation (reloads & malfunction clearances) as well as movement prior to shooting and finally shooting on the move. Cognitive processing drills will also be implemented in the final stages of this course.
This course will focus on the Deliberate Practice Model (Ericsson & Pool, Peak: Secrets from the New Science of Expertise) on how professional athletes train ranging from mental, cognitive, and physical abilities. Quantifiable results ranging from both time and accuracy.

Cinco de Plinko - All Indoor & Outdoor Pistol Ranges Closed
2025-06-07 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Event starts at 8 am and will run throughout the day.

Members and guests are encouraged to come watch the event
Staccato Ranch shotgun courses will be OPEN to members, but all indoor and outdoor pistol ranges will be CLOSED for the event
We will have HAVOC courses and shooting experiences avaiable to shoot at additional charge
Heligunner will be on-site offering paid helo shooting experiences

Cinco de Plinko is Mansfield Police Department’s Annual Shoot & Fundraiser. This year’s event is sold out for shooters, but you can sign up for the raffle here
Cinco de Plinko Raffle 2025

Cinco de Plinko serves as our yearly fundraising event, dedicated to supporting the Mansfield Police Shooting Team. This marks our sole fundraising occasion for the entire year. The proceeds garnered will furnish team members with essential gear, ammunition, cover match fees, and facilitate training. We deeply appreciate your support!

Members Only - Skills and Drills with Pat Dougherty
2025-06-14 00:00 - 2025-06-15 23:59 UTC
Members-only course. Register Here – Sign up for Course
In Pat’s two-day course you will receive customized coaching structured to improve your pistol shooting. This course will introduce you to the 2011/1911 platform and cover the advantages and limitations of shooting with red dots.
This course will build on the established basics with dynamic drills to improve accurate target engagement, target transitions, and refine your holster draw technique for speed and accuracy.
You are welcome to train with a quality concealed carry holster that secures the firearm properly and covers the trigger guard. *Strong side or appendix only (no cross-draw or shoulder holsters).
Required Student Provided Items:

Ballistic Eye Protection
Hearing Protection
Properly Functioning Pistol (No Revolvers Please)
Sturdy Belt
Holster
3 Magazines with magazine carrier for at least one
800+ rounds of ammunition for the weekend
Any item needed for environmental conditions

Classes will begin at 8 am at Staccato Ranch: 1275 Co Rd 233, Florence, TX 76527, USA.
Water will be provided, please bring any snacks or specialty drinks you may need or desire (no alcohol allowed before or during training). A lunch break will be provided and will be announced by the instructor.
Dress for range should be comfortable clothing and weather-specific. If it rains, we will still train so bring rain gear if you require it, sunscreen and hats for hot sunny weather are recommended.
We will discuss range safety and rules, discuss the 1911/2011 platform, disassemble and assemble the 2011, discuss carrying options, dryfire, and do static firearms training.
Student needs to be able to stand for long periods of time. If you require special accommodations or have questions concerning the course, please email us at training@staccato2011.com
Pat’s Background:
Active Police Sergeant with 21 years of service with the Long Beach Police Department. He is currently a swat team leader, and range master. Prior to joining the department, he served six years active duty as a Marine infantryman.
Patrick is currently a swat sergeant and team leader, with 16 years of experience as a sniper, entry team member, explosive breacher, and EMT. He has numerous POST certifications, and real-world experience in patrol, swat, and plain clothes operations. He has conducted hundreds of swat missions including dignitary protection, ship boarding/water operations, high-risk warrant service, hostage rescue, and fugitive apprehension.

Demo the New HD P4.5
2025-06-14 09:00 - 13:00 UTC
Demo the new Staccato HD P4.5 at Staccato Ranch.
We just announced the HD P4.5 is coming July 1st! Get a chance to shoot the new gun at Staccato Ranch. You’ll get a box of ammo to shoot through the P4.5 on your choice of a steel set up or our Lone Star Hideout HAVOC Course.

Demos available from 9 am to 1 pm
Shoot the new Staccato HD P4.5 on steel targets or our Lone Star Hideout HAVOC Course (+$30 to run Lone Star Hideout)
Open to the public
$25 per shooter

Buy additional ammo on-site to keep shooting through the new P4.5
Members can purchase the P4.5 on-site the same day

June NSCA Registered Shoot
2025-06-29 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Summer Time NSCA Shoot at Staccato Ranch
Saturday June 29th | 8 am
Join us for our June NSCA registered shoot at Staccato Ranch. The event starts at 8 am and lunch will be provided.
Targets set by Dan Carlisle and Jay Krug.
Please register on Scorechaser – Register Here
Cedar Ridge Course – 100 Targets | $95
Skyline Course – 100 Targets | $95
5-Stand – 50 Targets | $50
20 Gauge – 50 Targets | $50
28 Gauge – 50 Targets | $50
High Over All – $0

Member Course with Riley Kropff
2025-07-03 17:00 - 18:00 UTC
Exclusive Course for Staccato Ranch Members
This advanced class is designed for experienced handgun shooters who are familiar with basic handgun handling and holster drawing techniques.
Class Size: 4
Please register here.
*Understanding of gun safety and range rules required*
This class is designed for Staccato Ranch members who would like to improve their pistol shooting. We will have either a stage, portion of a stage, or a drill set up each class to focus on and train one or more of the following techniques.

Red dot acquisition/presentation
learning the techniques of trigger control
single/ multiple target breakdowns
calling your shots
understanding the difference between shooting vs. movement
rhythm/cadence fire
shooting and moving
shooting while moving

What to bring:
Belt, firearm, holster, and mag pouches
Eye and ear protection
200 rounds of ammunition

Upon arrival, please check in with the front office to sign in and find out what bay we have reserved that week.

Instructor: Riley Kropff | Professional Shooter
Riley Kropff grew up around guns. His father is a former law enforcement officer and always taught Riley the value of firearms and proper gun safety. Riley has been hunting since a young age and got into competition shooting in 2015 when he was 14 years old. He immediately fell in love with the idea of competing with firearms. Over his time thus far in shooting sports, he has competed in matches not only across the nation but also around the globe. He won his first national title early in 2019 and earned his first gold medal at the 2019 Rifle World Championship in Sweden. He plans to continue shooting, along with helping and teaching new students of the sport, and can’t wait to see what the future holds.

Ranch Closing at 12 PM
2025-07-04 00:00 - 23:59 UTC

ARMA Clay & Pistol Shoot – Ranch Open, Sporting Clays Closed
2025-07-17 08:30 - 17:00 UTC
Private Event-Austin Reginonal Manufacutures Association Clay and Pistol Shoot
-Sporting Clays Tournment
-Pistol Demo

Freedom Members Only - Skills and Drills with KC Eusebio
2025-07-19 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Freedom Members-only course. Register Here – Sign up for Course
In KC’s two-day course you will receive customized coaching structured to improve your pistol shooting. This course will introduce you to the 2011/1911 platform and cover the advantages and limitations of shooting with red dots.
This course will build on the established basics with dynamic drills to improve accurate target engagement, target transitions, and refine your holster draw technique for speed and accuracy.
Required Student Provided Items:

Ballistic Eye Protection
Hearing Protection
Properly Functioning Pistol (No Revolvers Please)
Sturdy Belt
Holster
3 Magazines with magazine carrier for at least one
800+ rounds of ammunition
Any item needed for environmental conditions

Classes will begin at 8 am at Staccato Ranch: 1275 Co Rd 233, Florence, TX 76527, USA.
Water will be provided, please bring any snacks or specialty drinks you may need or desire. A lunch break will be provided and will be announced by the instructor.
Dress for range should be comfortable clothing and weather-specific. If it rains, we will still train so bring rain gear if you require it, sunscreen and hats for hot sunny weather are recommended.
We will discuss range safety and rules, discuss the 1911/2011 platform, disassemble and assemble the 2011, discuss carrying options, dryfire, and do static firearms training.
Student needs to be able to stand for long periods of time. If you require special accommodations or have questions concerning the course, please email us at training@staccato2011.com
KC’s Background:
KC Eusebio is an IPSC/ USPSA and Steel Challenge action shooting competitor from the US featured on the Hot Shots TV-series.
KC is the youngest USPSA Master at the Age of 10 and youngest USPSA Grandmaster at the Age of 12.

Members Only - Skills and Drills with KC Eusebio
2025-07-20 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Members-only course. Register Here – Sign up for Course
In KC’s two-day course you will receive customized coaching structured to improve your pistol shooting. This course will introduce you to the 2011/1911 platform and cover the advantages and limitations of shooting with red dots.
This course will build on the established basics with dynamic drills to improve accurate target engagement, target transitions, and refine your holster draw technique for speed and accuracy.
Required Student Provided Items:

Ballistic Eye Protection
Hearing Protection
Properly Functioning Pistol (No Revolvers Please)
Sturdy Belt
Holster
3 Magazines with magazine carrier for at least one
800+ rounds of ammunition
Any item needed for environmental conditions

Classes will begin at 8 am at Staccato Ranch: 1275 Co Rd 233, Florence, TX 76527, USA.
Water will be provided, please bring any snacks or specialty drinks you may need or desire. A lunch break will be provided and will be announced by the instructor.
Dress for range should be comfortable clothing and weather-specific. If it rains, we will still train so bring rain gear if you require it, sunscreen and hats for hot sunny weather are recommended.
We will discuss range safety and rules, discuss the 1911/2011 platform, disassemble and assemble the 2011, discuss carrying options, dryfire, and do static firearms training.
Student needs to be able to stand for long periods of time. If you require special accommodations or have questions concerning the course, please email us at training@staccato2011.com
KC’s Background:
KC Eusebio is an IPSC/ USPSA and Steel Challenge action shooting competitor from the US featured on the Hot Shots TV-series.
KC is the youngest USPSA Master at the Age of 10 and youngest USPSA Grandmaster at the Age of 12.

Summer 5-Stand League
2025-07-24 17:30 - 19:30 UTC
Summer 5-Stand League at Staccato Ranch

Register on Scorechaser
5-shoot League (Every other Thursday Night – Starting Thur July 24th)
Time: 5:30-7:30 pm
Dates: 7/24, 8/7, 8/21, 9/4, 9/18
Price: Pay at Club
Members: $30 per person/per week – $10 must be in cash for the weekly pot
Non-Members: $40 per person / per week – $10 must be in cash for the weekly pot
Ages: All ages 13+ welcome
Location: Staccato Ranch – 1275 County Rd 233 Florence, TX 76527

The league is open to the public. Club entry, league entry, and clays are covered in the weekly entry fee. Ammo and cart rentals are available at the Ranch Clubhouse.

Join us for a five-shoot Summer 5-Stand League at Staccato Ranch where you can compete every other Thursday from 5:30-7:30 pm. Each week will consist of 2 rounds of scored 5-stand for a total of 50 shots. At the end of each shoot, the top shooter will win the weekly cash pot and, at the end of the summer, the highest cumulative score will be awarded a pre-loaded Staccato Ranch clay card for 250 free clays. Lowest score dropped when deciding the HOA shooter – so don’t worry if you have to miss a week!

1776 Celebration NSCA Shoot
2025-07-26 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
1776 Celebration NSCA Shoot
Saturday, July 26th | 8 am to 4 pm
Register on Scorechaser
Join us Saturday, July 26th, 2025, at Staccato Ranch for a premier NSCA-registered sporting clays shoot designed for serious competitors and seasoned shotgun enthusiasts. This event will feature thoughtfully crafted courses with a variety of target presentations that will challenge shooters of all skill levels. Targets set by legend Dan Carlisle!
Whether you’re climbing the ranks or maintaining your edge, this shoot offers a top-tier experience in a setting built for high-level competition. Enjoy a professionally run event, great targets, and the camaraderie of fellow NSCA shooters—right here at Staccato Ranch.
Entrance fee includes lunch!
Events/Courses:

100 Bird Main on Skyline
100 Bird Super Sporting on Mesquite Flats
50 Bird 5-Stand on Meadows
50 Bird 20 Gauge on Skyline – Stations 1-6
50 Bird 28 Gauge on Mesquite Flats – Stations 1-6
Members Access on Cedar Ridge

Shoot Pricing:

$10 Back to Class on all events
Sporting 100 Bird – $85
Super Sporting 100 Bird – $100
5-Stand – $55
Sub-Gauges – $50

Additional Amenities:

Guest Lunch – $20 (max 5 per entrant)
Golf Cart – $45 for the day (limited availability – first come, first served)

Freedom Members Only Skills and Drills with Mike Benbow
2025-08-09 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Freedom Members-only course. Register Here – Sign up for Course
In Mike’s course you will receive customized coaching structured to improve your pistol shooting. This course will introduce you to the 2011/1911 platform and cover the advantages and limitations of shooting with red dots.
This course will build on the established basics with dynamic drills to improve accurate target engagement, target transitions, and refine your holster draw technique for speed and accuracy.
Required Student Provided Items:

Ballistic Eye Protection
Hearing Protection
Properly Functioning Pistol (No Revolvers Please)
Sturdy Belt
Holster
3 Magazines with magazine carrier for at least one
800+ rounds of ammunition for the weekend
Any item needed for environmental conditions

Classes will begin at 8 am at Staccato Ranch: 1275 Co Rd 233, Florence, TX 76527, USA.
Water will be provided, please bring any snacks or specialty drinks you may need or desire. A lunch break will be provided and will be announced by the instructor. Please bring your lunch or plan to go to a nearby restaurant. We have recommendations for restaurants, just reach out.
Dress for range should be comfortable clothing and weather-specific. If it rains, we will still train so bring rain gear if you require it, sunscreen and hats for hot sunny weather are recommended.
We will discuss range safety and rules, discuss the 1911/2011 platform, disassemble and assemble the 2011, discuss carrying options, dryfire, and do static firearms training.
Student needs to be able to stand for long periods of time. If you require special accommodations or have questions concerning the course, please email us at training@staccato2011.com
Your Instructor:
Mike Benbow
Mike Benbow recently retired from the United States Marshals Service as the Tactical Operations Commander for their Special Operations Group (SOG). Mike spent 25 years in the Marshals and 21 years in SOG. During his tenure as SOG Cadre, Mike was responsible for the shooting and entry programs as well as overseeing Tactical Operations. He participated in and lead missions across the United States and its territories as well as several overseas deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan and other counties abroad.
Prior to his time in the US Marshals, Mike served as a uniformed Sheriff’s Deputy, a Narcotics Detective and a United States Border Patrol Agent.
Mike was instrumental in the adoption of the Staccato 2011 by SOG and has 20 years of experience shooting, carrying, and instructing with the 1911/2011 platform. Mike’s passion for all shooting disciplines carried throughout his career and continues today.

Members Only Skills and Drills with Mike Benbow
2025-08-10 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Members-only course. Register Here – Sign up for Course
In Mike’s course you will receive customized coaching structured to improve your pistol shooting. This course will introduce you to the 2011/1911 platform and cover the advantages and limitations of shooting with red dots.
This course will build on the established basics with dynamic drills to improve accurate target engagement, target transitions, and refine your holster draw technique for speed and accuracy.
Required Student Provided Items:

Ballistic Eye Protection
Hearing Protection
Properly Functioning Pistol (No Revolvers Please)
Sturdy Belt
Holster
3 Magazines with magazine carrier for at least one
800+ rounds of ammunition for the weekend
Any item needed for environmental conditions

Classes will begin at 8 am at Staccato Ranch: 1275 Co Rd 233, Florence, TX 76527, USA.
Water will be provided, please bring any snacks or specialty drinks you may need or desire. A lunch break will be provided and will be announced by the instructor. Please bring your lunch or plan to go to a nearby restaurant. We have recommendations for restaurants, just reach out.
Dress for range should be comfortable clothing and weather-specific. If it rains, we will still train so bring rain gear if you require it, sunscreen and hats for hot sunny weather are recommended.
We will discuss range safety and rules, discuss the 1911/2011 platform, disassemble and assemble the 2011, discuss carrying options, dryfire, and do static firearms training.
Student needs to be able to stand for long periods of time. If you require special accommodations or have questions concerning the course, please email us at training@staccato2011.com
Your Instructor:
Mike Benbow
Mike Benbow recently retired from the United States Marshals Service as the Tactical Operations Commander for their Special Operations Group (SOG). Mike spent 25 years in the Marshals and 21 years in SOG. During his tenure as SOG Cadre, Mike was responsible for the shooting and entry programs as well as overseeing Tactical Operations. He participated in and lead missions across the United States and its territories as well as several overseas deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan and other counties abroad.
Prior to his time in the US Marshals, Mike served as a uniformed Sheriff’s Deputy, a Narcotics Detective and a United States Border Patrol Agent.
Mike was instrumental in the adoption of the Staccato 2011 by SOG and has 20 years of experience shooting, carrying, and instructing with the 1911/2011 platform. Mike’s passion for all shooting disciplines carried throughout his career and continues today.
