• PROFESSIONAL SAFETY TRAINING | SARASOTA & LAKEWOOD RANCH, FL

PERSONAL SAFETY TRAINING

Situational Awareness Workshop

Situational awareness isn’t about being fearful of the world around you. It’s about learning what to look for, recognizing when something feels off, and knowing what options you have before a situation becomes a crisis. This workshop teaches practical ways to recognize behavior, trust your instincts, set boundaries, assess your surroundings, and make safer decisions in everyday situations.
Workshop Details
  • Retired Detective
  • NRA Certified
  • Women's Instructor

Your Instructor: Heather Hartman

Retired detective with 19 years of law enforcement experience and a background investigating violent crimes, stalking, domestic violence, and crimes against children.
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WORKSHOP CURRICULUM

What You'll Learn

Understanding Situational Awareness

How to stay alert and recognize potential threats in everyday environments.

The Situational Awareness Color Code

White, Yellow, Orange, and Red—what they mean and how to maintain a state of readiness.

Lowering Your Victim Profile

What criminals look for and how to avoid appearing like an easy target.

Recognizing Pre-Assault Indicators

Subtle cues that someone may have bad intentions.

The OODA Loop

Observe, Orient, Decide, Act—understanding how decision-making under stress works and how to disrupt a predator's process.

Common Lures & Manipulation Tactics

How criminals use deception and social engineering to gain control.

Intuition & Gut Instinct

Why your instincts are a powerful safety tool and how to trust them.

Environmental Awareness

How to assess spaces for exits, escape routes, and potential hazards.

Practical Strategies for Everyday Safety

Simple, effective habits to increase personal security in daily life.

LOGISTICS

Workshop Details

Duration

2 hours

Location

Private workshops are available throughout Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, and surrounding areas. I can bring the training to your group or organization.

Group Sessions

$350 for up to 6 participants.

What's Included

Private Group Session

$350 for up to 6 participants
Additional participants: $25 per person

Larger groups and organizations

Contact for custom pricing.

Travel fees may apply outside the Sarasota/Lakewood Ranch area.

Perfect for families, friends, teens, and church groups

COURSE CURRICULUM

What You'll Learn

Real-World Experience

Learn from an instructor with 19 years of law enforcement experience.

Practical Knowledge

Gain actionable strategies you can implement immediately in your daily life.

Personalized Guidance

Get answers to your specific safety concerns during the Q&A session.

Increased Confidence

Develop the awareness and skills to move through the world with greater confidence.

Ready to Register?

Join our next Situational Awareness Clinic and enhance your personal safety skills.
Contact for more info

For group presentations or in-home sessions,
contact me directly at heather@hartmantactics.com or 763-218-0539.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our training courses. If you don’t see your question here, please feel free to contact us.
Do I need my own handgun for this course?
No, you don’t need your own handgun. If you have one, I encourage you to train with what you plan to use or carry. If you don’t have a handgun, rentals are available at no cost, but the range requires you to purchase their ammunition for rental guns.
Currently, my training takes place at various indoor ranges in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, and the greater Tampa Bay area, depending on class type and availability. Classroom portions are held either on-site or at a nearby training space.
Private training at other locations, including in-home sessions for families, is available upon request. However, all live fire portions of training must take place at an indoor range. If a range outside of my standard training area (Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Tampa Bay) is requested, I will need to obtain prior permission from that facility before conducting training there.
You’ll need approximately 50 rounds of ammunition for this course. You’re welcome to bring your own, or you can purchase it at the range. If you’re using a rental firearm, the range requires you to purchase their ammunition.
Wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes. A high-neck shirt is recommended to prevent discomfort from ejected brass. Avoid low-cut shirts, open-toed shoes, or loose clothing that could catch on equipment.
The class lasts approximately 3 ½ hours, though timing may vary depending on class size and participation.
Yes. Upon successful completion of the course, you’ll receive a Certificate of Training that can be used as proof of firearms competency when applying for a Florida Concealed Weapon or Firearm License. Final license eligibility is determined by the State of Florida.
Range fees vary depending on location and are paid directly to the range on the day of training.
I understand that plans can change. Your deposit is nonrefundable because it reserves your spot in the class, but if you need to reschedule, just give me at least 48 hours’ notice and I’ll be happy to apply your deposit to another available class date. Rescheduled classes must be completed within 30 days of the original class date. Cancellations with less than 48 hours’ notice and no-shows will forfeit the deposit.
Please bring a government-issued ID and your signed waiver. No loaded firearms or live ammunition are allowed in the classroom portion of the course.
Absolutely! This course is designed for beginners and those looking to build confidence in safe firearm handling. I’ll guide you through everything step by step.
By registering for and participating in any firearms training course with Hartman Tactics, you affirm that you are legally eligible to own, possess, and handle a firearm under federal and Florida state law.
Hartman Tactics does not conduct background checks, and it is the sole responsibility of the participant to ensure they are in compliance with all applicable firearm laws. By enrolling, you certify in good faith that you are not prohibited from possessing or handling a firearm due to any criminal conviction, restraining order, mental health adjudication, or other disqualifying factors as defined by law.
Hartman Tactics assumes no liability for false or misleading statements regarding eligibility, and any violation of this policy may result in immediate removal from training without refund.
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