BHS Tactics and Consulting

09/02/2026

Skill is not built on having an answer for every possible situation.

It is built through an overdeveloped mastery of the fundamentals and a clear understanding of basic principles.

True competence is the ability to recognize what matters, leverage it at the right time, and apply it with precision.

You cannot train for every situation, adversary, or environment you may encounter. But you can develop hard skills that allow you to think, adapt, and solve problems with whatever the situation gives you.

Master the fundamentals. Understand the principles. Build skills that hold up when conditions are uncertain and the solution is not obvious.

That is the purpose of training—not memorizing one answer, but becoming more capable of finding the right one.

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08/21/2026

⚠️ REGISTRATION UPDATE

We were recently made aware of an issue with the BHS Defensive Skills Summit registration page that may have prevented some people from completing their registration.

The issue should now be fixed, and registration is working again.

If you previously tried to register and had trouble, please give it another try at BHSsecure.com. If you continue to experience any issues, send us a message or email [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) so we can help.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate those who brought it to our attention.

September 26–27, 2026
Coldwater MI

08/21/2026

What is the Defensive Handgun Skills Lab?

It is not an ultra-physical, “tacticool” course and you do not need to be an advanced shooter to attend.

The Skills Lab is simply the next step after your CPL class.

Earning your CPL gives you an important foundation, but many people leave wanting more time on the range, more guided practice, and greater confidence handling their handgun. This class is designed to help close that gap.

We will focus on strengthening practical fundamentals, including:

• Safe and confident firearm handling
• Drawing and presenting the handgun
• Grip, sights, and trigger control
• Reloading and correcting common issues
• Improving accuracy and consistency
• Applying those skills through gradually challenging drills

Everything is taught in a structured, professional, and supportive environment. The goal is not to make you feel intimidated or overwhelmed, it is to help you become more comfortable, capable, and competent with the handgun you may rely on to protect yourself or your family.

If you have completed a CPL class and are wondering, “What should I take next?”—this is it.

2026 BHS Defensive Skills Summit
Defensive Handgun Skills Lab
Limited class size for meaningful instruction and individual feedback.

Reserve your seat at BHSsecure.com/bhs-skills-summit-2026
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08/19/2026

WHO AM I and why did I start BHS?

With the BHS Defensive Skills Summit coming up, I know there are probably people following this page who don’t know much about me or why I started BHS.

My name is Joe Renshaw. I’m a husband, a father of three, a full-time law enforcement officer, and the owner of BHS Tactics & Consulting.

Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to become certified as a fi****ms instructor, handgun instructor, patrol rifle instructor, active-shooter instructor, G***k armorer, Teach-the-Teacher instructor, Michigan CPL instructor, and FBI basic and advanced sniper. BHS is also an approved MCOLES Continuing Professional Education training provider.

I’m proud of the work that went into earning those qualifications, but I also believe pieces of paper don’t automatically make someone a good instructor.

The same goes for experience. Someone can do something for 20 years, but that doesn’t always mean they’ve been doing it the right way for 20 years. A good instructor needs to keep learning, be willing to accept correction, understand why something works, and know how to explain it in a way that makes sense to the student.

That belief is a big part of why I started BHS.

I believe strongly in the Second Amendment and in the right of responsible Americans to own and carry fi****ms. I believe that right is one of the greatest things about this country. I also believe a firearm can be the ultimate equalizer when an innocent person is faced with a threat they could not otherwise overcome.

But with that right comes responsibility.

Simply owning or carrying a firearm does not mean someone is prepared to use it safely and effectively. If we choose to own or carry one, we have a duty to ourselves, our families, and the people around us to train and become competent with it.

I also believe that we have a responsibility as members of a community to protect those who may not be able to protect themselves. That doesn’t mean looking for trouble or trying to be a hero. It means being prepared, using good judgment, and being willing and able to help when someone truly needs it.

That is what I want BHS training to be about.

My goal isn’t to offer flashy or “tacticool” classes or make people feel like they have something to prove. I want to provide practical, professional training where people can ask questions, make mistakes, get honest feedback, and build skills they can actually use.

I don’t claim to know everything, and I never want to stop being a student myself. What I can promise is that I will keep learning, keep training, and give every student the best instruction I can.

At the end of the day, an instructor should not be judged by how many certificates are hanging on the wall or how long they’ve been doing the job. What matters is whether their students leave safer, more capable, and more confident than when they arrived.

That is the standard I want BHS to represent.

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08/19/2026

A huge thank-you to Savior Equipment, a leading sponsor of the 2026 BHS Defensive Skills Summit.

Their support is helping us provide attendees with more than a day of quality instruction—it is helping us send them home with dependable gear they can continue using long after the Summit.

While supplies last, every person registered for a Summit class will receive one of the following:

- Apollo Electronic Hearing Protection
or
- Savior Equipment Specialist Double Pistol Bag

These are not raffle prizes or items you need to purchase separately. Register for a Summit class, attend your training, and receive one as part of your Summit experience. Product selection will be based on availability.

The gear is a great added benefit, but the real value of the Summit is the training: structured, hands-on instruction designed to build safer habits, stronger fundamentals, and practical defensive skills in a professional and supportive environment.

Class sizes are intentionally limited so every student receives meaningful instruction and individual feedback. Available courses include:

- Intro to Red Dot Handgun
- Low-Light Defensive Handgun
- Defensive Handgun Skills Lab
- Michigan CPL Class

Thank you again to Savior Equipment for investing in this event and supporting responsible fi****ms education in our community.

Seats—and these attendee gifts—are limited.

View the schedule and reserve your seat at BHSsecure.com/bhs-skills-summit-2026

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08/17/2026

Not sure which BHS Defensive Skills Summit class is right for you?

Here’s a quick breakdown:

- Intro to Red Dot Handgun
For shooters who are new to pistol-mounted optics or want a better understanding of presentation, finding the dot, confirmation, and practical red-dot use.

- Low-Light Defensive Handgun
Learn how reduced lighting changes target identification, decision-making, firearm handling, and the use of handheld or weapon-mounted lights.

- Defensive Handgun Skills Lab
A practical training block focused on strengthening core handgun skills and applying them through increasingly challenging drills.

Each class is designed to provide structured, hands-on instruction in a professional and supportive environment. You do not need to be an advanced shooter—you only need a safe foundation and a willingness to learn.

Class sizes are intentionally limited so students receive meaningful instruction and individual feedback.

View the schedule and reserve your seat today

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Join the 1st Annual BHS Defensive Skills Summit in Coldwater, MI. This structured defensive handgun training weekend includes Michigan CPL certification, low light handgun, red dot handgun, and defensive skills development. Limited seats available.

08/17/2026

Train with BHS. Bring someone with you. Earn credit toward your next class.

When you refer a new student to BHS Tactics & Consulting, you’ll receive a $25 BHS training credit after they register for and attend an eligible paid class.

There’s no limit:

• 1 referral = $25 credit
• 2 referrals = $50 credit
• 4 referrals = $100 credit

Just have the new student enter your name when registering or message us so we can connect the referral to you.

We appreciate everyone who has trained with BHS, supported our programs, and recommended us to others. Your referrals help us reach more responsible people who value practical, professional training.

View upcoming classes at BHSsecure.com.

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*Referral must be a new BHS customer. Credit is issued after the referred student attends and has no cash value.*

08/16/2026

Competence is the goal, and having the right tools helps you get there.

We still have a few sets of Savior Equipment Apollo electronic ear protection left for the next students who register for the 2026 BHS Defensive Skills Summit.

Whether you're joining us for the Low Light block or the full Sunday Skills Lab, we want to make sure you're range-ready with gear built for those who actually train.

Grab your spot and yours before they're gone!

08/16/2026

A Michigan CPL is the legal foundation, but it's only the beginning of your training journey.

We're kicking off the BHS Defensive Skills Summit on Saturday, Sept 26, with our CPL course. This isn't just about checking a box—it's about building the mindset and safe habits you need to carry responsibly every day.

Join us in Coldwater to start your weekend with a solid foundation before moving into our Skills Lab or Low Light blocks.

Reserve your seat today.

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08/12/2026

The next 5 people to register for the 2026 BHS Defensive Skills Summit will receive a FREE set of Savior Equipment Apollo electronic ear protection!

Savior Equipment recently joined us as an official Summit sponsor and generously provided this gear to help support the event. Now, we’re putting some of it directly into the hands of those coming out to train.

This offer applies to new paid registrations made after this post goes live, including individual classes and Summit bundles. One set per person, while supplies last.
O
nce all are claimed, they’re gone.

Register at BHSsecure.com and join us September 26–27 for a practical weekend of training that goes beyond the minimum.

Thank you again to Savior Equipment for investing in the Summit and supporting responsible training in our community.

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