About Alpha Ridge Training
Expertise Behind the Trigger
Alpha Ridge Training bridges the gap between basic safety and tactical mastery. Our focus is centered on high-level handgun proficiency and fostering safety.
We specialize in building unwavering confidence under stress. Ready to elevate your skills? View our upcoming classes and start your training journey today.
Forging elite proficiency through discipline and real-world readiness.
Our Mission
Alpha Ridge Training provides high-level tactical firearms coaching to build safe, confident shooters under stress. Dedicated to serving responsible civilians in the Northeast and South Carolina, we emphasize accountability and absolute readiness.
Safety First
The Uncompromising Philosophy of Safe Handling
Alpha Ridge Training operates under strict range protocols and absolute cold/hot range discipline, ensuring every student masters clear commands and technical safety before speed is ever introduced. For the responsible civilian, our training provides the reassurance that skill is built only on a foundation of professional, unwavering gun handling standards.
Meet the Instructors
Alpha Ridge Training is led by our founder and head instructor, Hal Burdo, dedicated to providing high-level technical shooting mastery.
Hal Burdo
Lead Instructor | NRA & Tactical Hyve Certified
Hal Burdo is a USPSA competitive shooter who specializes in high-level handgun and defensive shooting instruction. His training methodology focuses on delivering world-class technical skills to responsible civilians, ensuring students build unwavering confidence and speed through professional discipline.