Coach And Instructor Spotlight
Templar Defense – Katy, TX
Empowering responsible firearm ownership through comprehensive training
✍️By ZRIntel Editorial Team📍Katy, Texas
Templar Defense ( is a premier firearms training academy located in Katy, Texas. Founded by Craig Summers, a certified NRA and DPS instructor with over 400 hours of firearms instruction, the academy offers a range of courses designed to empower individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary for personal safety and responsible firearm ownership. Craig's background in martial arts and his training with industry professionals such as Scott Jedlinski and Tom Givens ensure that students receive high-quality instruction tailored to their needs. The academy's offerings include the Hybrid LTC class, which combines the requirements to apply for a Texas License to Carry with added firearms training. This 6-7 hour class is designed for individuals with no prior shooting experience and covers both classroom instruction and range time. Additionally, Templar Defense offers courses such as Fundamental Pistol, Defensive Pistol, and Rifle 1, catering to shooters of all skill levels. These courses emphasize the fundamentals of shooting, including grip, stance, sight alignment, and trigger control, ensuring that students develop the necessary skills for effective firearm use. Classes are held at Wallis-Orchard, and the academy provides rental handguns for those who do not own one. To learn more about their offerings or to schedule a training session, 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!