This course introduces the fundamental skill set necessary for the use of a handgun in self-defense situations. Learning how to utilize a handgun as a true defensive weapon increases the student’s chance of survival and success in a life or death situation. You will learn fundamentals on the range using both dry-fire and live-fire drills. We break the fundamentals down one by one to help you smoothly and easily build your confidence and skills. After you master the fundamentals, you will work on a wide variety of real world, scenario-based firearms training drills. These include different types of reloads, malfunctions, multiple targets, defensive shooting, and incorporating some movement and shooting. This class runs approximately 6 hours, most of which will be spent on the firing range.
Topics Covered
- Safety Brief
- Defensive Mindset
- Equipment Selection and Placement
- Handgun Fundamentals
- In-depth Discussion and Assessment of Grip and Stance
- Safe Methods of Drawing from the Holster and Presenting the Handgun
- Balance of Speed and Accuracy
- Defensive Shooting Techniques
- Emergency and Tactical Reloading
- Malfunction Clearance
- Introduction to Dynamic Movement

Required Equipment
- A functional and practical handgun (9mm .40 or .45 recommended)
- 3 magazines
- Holster
- 200 Rounds of ammunition
- Seasonally appropriate clothing
- An open mind
Provided Equipment
- All course materials
- Targets
- Eye protection
- Ear protection
Optional Equipment
- Spare handgun
- Water hydrating device
- Baseball style hat
- Handgun cleaning kit





