Women in HCP class

Last night at my HCP class in Cookeville, we women out numbered the men 4 to 3. What a nice surprise. Ages ranged from the thirties to late sixties.
It was great seein so many women shooters in one place. I wonder if we are increasing in numbers and if so, why? I think most of us are thinking in terms of self defense, but I do love the challenge of the range.

Congrats on taking your HCP. Who did you take the class from and what did you think of it?

I think that it's becoming more socially acceptable for women to own and use guns today. People aren't looking at women as if they're crazy when they pack heat like they did just a decade or two ago. I, for one, am glad for this. The only one anyone should count on for protection is themself.

Originally Posted by bashbago

Last night at my HCP class in Cookeville, we women out numbered the men 4 to 3. What a nice surprise. Ages ranged from the thirties to late sixties.
It was great seein so many women shooters in one place. I wonder if we are increasing in numbers and if so, why? I think most of us are thinking in terms of self defense, but I do love the challenge of the range.

Wow! That is very cool! It's awesome that more women are choosing to "not be a victim!"

Congrats on taking the class! Now it's time for the waiting game......

Originally Posted by SWJewellTN

I think that it's becoming more socially acceptable for women to own and use guns today. People aren't looking at women as if they're crazy when they pack heat like they did just a decade or two ago. I, for one, am glad for this. The only one anyone should count on for protection is themself.

Absolutely!

I took the class from Top Guns, sorry to say that I can not remember the instructor's name. I believe that we were all comfortable with the class and that the presentation was good. I am looking forward to the range time on Saturday.

I already have a CCW from AZ, but thought since I am now a TN resident, I should have one from here.

I took mine about 3 weeks ago. There 11 people in the class, 6 women and 5 men.

Congrats and welcome to Tennessee!

Enjoy your stay!

I'd love to know the numbers of female vs. male HCP holders also.
Today's women are more independent and are willing to stand up for themselves and their own personal safety. When I first mentioned to a few of my friends I wanted to get my permit, they said "you don't need one, you have a big scary boyfriend!" I told them I needed it for those times when I wasn't with him.
Congrats, ms. bashbago, for taking the class. I recommend you apply for your permit as soon as you are able, and take the time for yourself to practice what you have learned. I've been carrying for a few months now and have gotten so comfortable with having my "little baby" in my waistband that I feel weird when I leave it at home!

Originally Posted by dizzielizzie

I'd love to know the numbers of female vs. male HCP holders also.
Today's women are more independent and are willing to stand up for themselves and their own personal safety. When I first mentioned to a few of my friends I wanted to get my permit, they said "you don't need one, you have a big scary boyfriend!" I told them I needed it for those times when I wasn't with him.
Congrats, ms. bashbago, for taking the class. I recommend you apply for your permit as soon as you are able, and take the time for yourself to practice what you have learned. I've been carrying for a few months now and have gotten so comfortable with having my "little baby" in my waistband that I feel weird when I leave it at home!

I know what you mean! I've been carrying for almost 15 years and I feel naked without my gun on me!

Originally Posted by dizzielizzie

I'd love to know the numbers of female vs. male HCP holders also.
Today's women are more independent and are willing to stand up for themselves and their own personal safety. When I first mentioned to a few of my friends I wanted to get my permit, they said "you don't need one, you have a big scary boyfriend!" I told them I needed it for those times when I wasn't with him.
Congrats, ms. bashbago, for taking the class. I recommend you apply for your permit as soon as you are able, and take the time for yourself to practice what you have learned. I've been carrying for a few months now and have gotten so comfortable with having my "little baby" in my waistband that I feel weird when I leave it at home!

Please let me relate a point on this topic that goes to my earlier post. When I was in the Marine Corps, a fellow Corporal confided in me how his marriage fell apart. You see he was a big, bad Marine who was assigned to the MP's on the Marine Base at 29 Palms, California. His wife relied on him, (just as mosy women do), to protect her. One night while on patrol, he responded to a "Rape" call at his own home in base housing. Another Marine broke into his home and raped his wife.

Long story short, his wife blamed him for not protecting her because in her mind it was his responsibility to do so, and he failed. As irrational as it may seem, the fact that she conceded responsibility for her protection to her husband, (who in no way shape or form provide 24 x 7 x 365 protection for her), rather than maintaining it herself caused their marriage to fail.

Ladies, (and gentlemen), it is unreasonable to expect someone else to protect you. Rely on yourselves at all times, but be grateful for the times when someone else has your back.

Just my two cents.