This course is designed to teach specific techniques in shooting the pistol in home defense situations. Additional information will be presented on planning, linking up safely with law enforcement and strategies in creating a residence which favors the homeowners defense of the home. There will be multiple individual runs in a shoot house during the day and night to refine techniques discussed on the range.
Topics Discussed
Presentations from concealment
Reloading techniques (and considerations)
Carry positions of the pistol when not holstered
Primary and support hand only shooting of the pistol
Use of a flashlight in low light conditions
Use of a hand held flashlight with a pistol
Shooting around cover day and night
Shooting on the move
Basic room clearing (single person)
This course will be taught by members of the law enforcement and special operations community.
There will be moderate physical activity
Firearms Requirements:
- Serviceable pistol with at least 3 (5 preferred) 15+ capacity magazines or 8 magazines if the weapon utilizes single stack mags
- Pistol mag pouch that can accommodate 2 spare magazines
Students must provide their own pistols. There will be no rental weapons.
Ammunition Requirements:
- 600 rounds pistol
Gear Requirements:
- Hearing Protection
- Eye Protection
- Knee Pads
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Bug spray
- Boots / Hiking Shoes
- Rain Gear
- Jacket (Seasonal)
- Water Bottle
- Cleaning Kit
*This fee covers the cost of the course only. The participant is responsible for costs associated with travel , lodging, meals, firearms, ammunition, and gear required.
–A Background Check is required with registration.
– Use SentryLink National Criminal Background Check to obtain your report.
*The background check requirement will be waived if the applicant can provide a copy of their concealed carry permit, issued by their home state, along with a copy of their driver’s license OR a copy of their law enforcement credentials and their state issued driver’s license.