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Custom Tactical Services – Montrose, Colorado
Veteran‑led real‑world tactical training for civilians and professionals
✍️By ZRIntel Editorial Team📍Montrose, Colorado
Custom Tactical Services ( is a purpose-driven firearms training organization based in Montrose, Colorado. Founded in 1995 and led by Steve Hendricksa USCCA Range Master with over 40 years of experience, including U.S. Embassy protection and instructor roles at the Gunsite AcademyCTS delivers nononsense training built on real-world readiness. CTS offers a suite of Prevail pistol courses: Concealed Carry, Introductory, Pistol1, Ladies Pistol, Tactical Application, and Shooting Diagnostics, suitable from new shooters to advanced operators and potential instructors. The flagship 40hour Prevail Instructor Development Course certifies graduates to lead their own Prevail Pistol classes. Located at 1408 Avon Drive in Montrose, most instruction occurs at local ranges supporting both classroom and livefire environments. Steve also travels for select USCCA eventsincluding AR15 Fundamentals courses in places like Marianna, Pennsylvania. A standout aspect of CTS training is its emphasis on mental conditioning and using scenario-based simulations alongside marksmanship fundamentals. Students participate in realistic stress drills and learn legal frameworks for force, not just target shooting basics. On USCCAs platform, Steve Hendricks holds a 4.9-star rating. One student commented: Fantastic class, Steve was very knowledgeable about the content gave the why behind everything. He made sure to give each student individual coaching with explicit details Highly recommend this class. Equipment guidance is also practical: CTS publishes a gear checklist recommending quality pistols (no subcompacts), reliable holsters from brands like Milt Sparks or Safariland, and fully stripped maintenance toolsunderscoring safety and effectiveness. To explore courses or schedule, visit Know a coach or range that deserves to be featured? Submit here: Follow ZRIntel for daily coverage of firearm training innovations and community stories. Featured in this article? Let us know well highlight your repost on our feed!