Vibrant fireworks light up the night sky in a breathtaking celebration in Vaughan, Ontario.

Kick Off the New Year with a Bang!

As we shoot into a new year (2026 already!) we want to express our gratitude to our amazing community for your ongoing support and enthusiasm. The last year has brought so many challenges and we understand there are a lot of people worried about the future right now. Vixen is committed to keep providing you all with the best training, events and resources for responsible gun ownership and personal safety.

A dazzling explosion of colorful fireworks lighting up the night sky during a festive celebration.

Looking ahead, we have a packed calendar with fresh classes, community events, and important updates—like the recent changes surrounding marijuana scheduling and firearm regulations. We’re committed to keeping you informed and empowered, and we encourage you to reach out with questions or suggestions for topics you’d like us to cover in 2026.

Thank you for being a part of the Vixen family. Here’s to a safe, successful, and fulfilling year ahead! Stay tuned for more updates, and don’t forget to check out our upcoming classes below. Happy New Year!

Carry Permit Classes – MN/FL/WI – 3x Weekly

Easily obtain or renew carry permit in this comfortable, low-pressure class.  This class is accepted by the MN Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, as well as Wisconsin and Florida conceal and carry permits.

Essential Pistol Craft – January 2nd @ 1pm

Embark on your shooting journey with this basic handgun class! Adaptable to learners of every skill level, this comprehensive class will unlock a practical working knowledge of handguns and shooting fundamentals.

  • Handgun types/function
  • Aim/Grip/Trigger Press
  • Ownership Principles
  • Everything Provided

Fierce! An Easy Guide to Defense Weapons – January 9th @ 1pm

Not sure how you want to defend yourself? This no-shoot class is the perfect foundation to build your personal protection plan. Get the information you need to confidently choose the best protection options for your lifestyle, budget and skills.

 Topics include:

  • Continuum of Force
  • Legal Aspects of Defense
  • Lights & Alarms
  • Types of Weapons

Ladies Only Carry Permit Class – January 16th @ 1pm

Enjoy our Carry Permit Class with additional information provided on physiological, social and practical firearm and self-defense issues that primarily impact women. Get or renew your Carry Permit in a comfortable classroom environment that encourages questions and discussion.

  • Female Instructor
  • Small Class Size
  • Private Range
  • Everything Provided
  • Space is very limited; book now!

Biomechanics of Shooting – January 23rd @ 1pm

Ready to advance your shooting skills? This power-packed class maximizes shooting competence with physiology. Create an effective shooting platform and learn to make the gun work with your body for greater speed, precision and control. Topics include:

  • Grip/Aim/Trigger Press
  • Stance/Balance
  • Recoil Absorption
  • Control Manipulation

Take Control – January 30th @ 1pm

This is a no-shoot course that uses a low-stress classroom environment to dive deep into proactive self-defense measures, such as boundaries, risk assessment, environmental concerns and more. Create a practical framework of self-defense for yourself and your lifestyle.

  • Small Class Size
  • Wide Range of Topics
  • Questions Encouraged
  • Hands-On Demonstrations