This one-day course is designed for students with little previous experience with a pistol. It is designed to educate students on all aspects of operating and maintaining a handgun. This course will focus on fundamentals defensive pistol operation and act as a foundation for advanced pistol courses. Combat Mindset, Marksmanship, and Weapons Manipulation are the core fundamentals taught in this course.
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Weapons safety, manipulation, carry and maintenance
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Marksmanship skills from static, kneeling and standing positions
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Utilization of barricades and cover
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Multiple target engagement from known and unknown distances
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Clearing malfunctions to keep the weapon operational
Students must have a valid government issued I.D. and be at least 21 years old, unless 18 and above with parent/guardian.
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Semi-Automatic pistol
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300-400 rounds of ammunition
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3 magazines – Minimum
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Magazine pouches able to hold 2 magazines (Minimum)
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Eye and ear protection – Electronic ear protection are recommended
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Weapon optics – (optional)
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Knee and elbow pads – (optional)
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Body armor (optional)
