Welcome to Cougar Mountain Solutions

Erick Gelhaus has taught defensive use of firearms and tactics for more than 20 years and is one of the industry's most experienced and trusted instructors.

DEVELOP | EVALUATE | EDUCATE

Develop

Organizational programs and individual practitioners, regardless of their job.

CMS classes can be tailored to either teaching the material or applying.

Evaluate

During my career, I spent significant time reviewing events, equipment, training programs, and policy issues.

CMS can assist before and after.

Educate

Far too often, people without the experience and training attempt to judge and opine on events.

I have the background, formal education, and experience to provide insight to those who are judging.

Train for Life

In an increasingly dangerous world, you have the responsibility to protect yourself and your loved ones.

LE & Instructor Training

In the contemporary environment, training must address more than "how." It has to cover Why and When with a foundation grounded in legal considerations and practical application