Welcome to YouTactical Nation
YouTactical Nation is a community committed to being prepared to overcome and survive during a crisis. We don’t cut corners, we are not victims and we prepare ourselves, so we can be the solution. A solid training foundation instills confidence and confidence empowers us to not only survive a critical incident but thrive in the chaos. Welcome to the YouTactical Nation.
Prepare to protect what you love! Prepare to FIGHT BACK!

What we do
Upcoming Classes and Events
To learn more click on the below class title, or go to the “Classes” page.
Postponed - Defensive Handgun (Gunfighter 101) - Intermediate
Postponed, to be rescheduled
Cost: $100
SUBJECTS ADDRESSED
- Personal Weapon options
- Ballistics
- Carry options (tier1 concealed)
- Dynamics of a gun fight/deadly force encounter
- Tactical mindset required to win
- Tactical shooting position/grip/presentation
First 100 rounds
- Instinctive shooting drills
- Weak hand combat shooting
- Mag Changes
Second 100 rounds
- Draw to shoot
- Multiple targets
- Shoot and move
- Shooting from cover
- Critical incident management (seeing the big picture/avoiding tunnel vision)
Requirements
- 200 rounds of ammunition
- Hearing protection
- Eye protection
- Holster and belt
- Please dress appropriately and come prepared for the weather. Sunblock, dress in layers, comfortable shoes that will allow you to maintain stable footing in loose/uneven ground.
Payment Info
- You can use PayPal or Venmo to secure your spot.
- PayPal is Keygroupsp@gmail.com
- Venmo is @dave-acosta
- Text Dave to confirm your reservation. 801 369-1931.
- Make sure and leave your name and contact info in the Venmo or PayPal note.
We will send you a location link on maps
(3hr/200 rounds)
Sat. Aug 15, 8 AM - Intro to Handgun - Beginner
Friday August 15th 8am-11am Location: Santaquin, UT
Cost: $80
The handgun 101 is a three hour beginner course. Students are required to supply their own ammo (150 rounds). If they do not have a handgun and want to use one of ours we need to know ahead of time so we can make arrangements. Safety is our priority. This class moves at a deliberate pace. In this class we will focus on subjects such as gun functionality, loading and unloading, proper grip and stance, front site target acquisition and trigger squeeze. All students will leave more comfortable handling a firearm and with an increased level of confidence.
Requirements
- 150 rounds of ammunition
- Hearing protection
- Eye protection
- Please dress appropriately and come prepared for the weather. Sunblock, dress in layers, comfortable shoes that will allow you to maintain stable footing in loose/uneven ground.
Payment Info
- You can use PayPal or Venmo to secure your spot.
- PayPal is Keygroupsp@gmail.com
- Venmo is @dave-acosta
- Text Dave to confirm your reservation. 801 369-1931.
- Make sure and leave your name and contact info in the Venmo or PayPal note.
(3hr/150 rounds)
Sat. Aug 29, 11 AM - Women's Empowerment and Personal Defense
Saturday August 29th 11am-1pm Location: Wasatch Combat Sports
Cost: $45 per person
Who: Women, age 12 and up
This is a presentation that will empower you with knowledge and tools to protect yourself and your family. We will discuss the importance of mental toughness and how to achieve it. We will show you how to elevate your level of awareness and defeat an assault or prevent an abduction.
We will also address the subject of abusive relationships and how to overcome, escape and survive the trauma (physical and emotional) that result from continuous assaults on your body and soul. Everyone deserves to be happy and safe. If you have been a victim or are currently a victim, this class will help you reclaim your self-worth.
There will be an open forum so you can ask questions. There will be hands-on demonstrations
of the simple fight back and escape techniques we teach and you will have an opportunity to try
these techniques out on a real person.
Dave has trained over 4500 teachers in these simple, yet highly effective techniques. The word most often used by women to describe the course is “Empowering”. Come and learn to live Prepared, not Paranoid.
Payment Info
- You can use PayPal or Venmo to secure your spot.
- PayPal is Keygroupsp@gmail.com
- Venmo is @dave-acosta
- Text Dave to confirm your reservation. 801 369-1931.
- Make sure and leave your name and contact info in the Venmo or PayPal note.
*CANCELED* Sat. Aug 22nd, 8AM - Tactical AR (All Day Course) - Advanced
Saturday August 22nd 8am – 4pm (Lunch Included) Location: Diamon Fork Canyon, UT
Cost: $300
Includes Certificate of Completion
Are you an intermediate to advanced shooter?
Are you proficient with both your handgun and an AR15 (or similar carbine)?
Are you open to new information, techniques and tactics?
If you answered yes to these questions, then this all-day tactical shooting course is for you!
The morning will consist of a quick refresher and proficiency assessment. We will discuss tactical application of each weapon platform and related gear (vest, battle belt & slings). You will learn how to transition between systems and resolve any problems that may arise during the exercise. Training distances will range from 5 – 300 meters. 80% of the training/shooting will be focused on your primary weapon (AR/carbine).
After lunch (provides by YT) you will move on to the scenario based exercises and proficiency testing/course qualification.
You will run both your carbine and handgun in this afternoon session and will be required to transition back and forth between the two weapon systems. The scenarios include physical stress and require good verbal communication during the course of fire. This course is meant to push you mentally and physically as you work to maintain discipline and control over your shooting fundamentals.
This course is physically demanding. Be prepared for that!
Requirements
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AR15, AK or similar carbine platforms
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3 mags
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Sling (load bearing vest optional)
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Handgun with holster and mag holder
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Battle belt would be best
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3 mags
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Minimum of 200 rounds per weapon
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Ear and eye protection
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Hat
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Sunscreen
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Hydration and snacks
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Camp chair
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Dress for rugged hot training environment
Payment Info
- You can use PayPal or Venmo to secure your spot.
- PayPal is Keygroupsp@gmail.com
- Venmo is @dave-acosta
- Text Dave to confirm your reservation. 801 369-1931.
- Make sure and leave your name and contact info in the Venmo or PayPal note.
YouTac Academy
- 6 Week Course – 1 Event per week (Wednesday)
- 1 Evning Per Week (Wednesday)
- Subjects 1st 4 Weeks:
- Range Night – Gunfighter Course
- CQB – Home Invasion or Active Shooter
- Surveillance/Counter Surveillance
- Body Language/Micro-Assessment
- Vot on 2 of the following options for the last two weeks:
- Tac-Med in Unique Environments
- Tactical Mission Planning and Pre-Mission Advance Work.
- SPD or EP (detailed explanation forthcomming)
- Escape & Evade
Typical Course runs from 6:00-9:00pm (some nights will run longer).
Cost: $450 per person
Does not include range fee or ammunition.
Payment Info
- You can use PayPal or Venmo to secure your spot.
- PayPal is Keygroupsp@gmail.com
- Venmo is @dave-acosta
- Text Dave to confirm your reservation. 801 369-1931.
- Make sure and leave your name and contact info in the Venmo or PayPal note.
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