COURSE DESCRIPTION AND EQUIPMENT

 

Course Description:

Basic to intermediate level course focused on the science of precision shooting, firearm manipulation and body positioning, as well as moving and shooting techniques for the purposes of effectively defending yourself while employing a handgun.

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Course Hours:

Day 1:

• 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

Day 2:

• 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

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Course Overview:​

• Setting up the operator: pistol and gear placement on the body

• Biomechanically efficient body positioning

• Grip and stance

• Sight alignment / sight picture

• Precision & stress sight picture work

• Trigger finger placement, control and timing

• Drawing from the holster

• Firing from concealment and cover

• Speed and administrative reloading techniques

• Malfunction clearing

• Manipulating and running the gun on the move

• Firing from positions associated with defensive handgun engagements

• Multiple target engagement work

• Both paper and steel plate targets are utilized

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Student Required Gear:​

• Seasonal appropriate clothing

• Closed toe shoes / long pants with belt loops / brimmed hat

• Sturdy belt

• Handgun with:

  • Holster

  • 3 magazines

  • Magazine carrier(s)

• Eye protection

• Electronic hearing protection (mandatory)

• Water, lunch and snacks

• Note taking gear

• 1000 rounds for your pistol

• NOTE: 9mm ammunition is available for purchase from Mission Critical before or upon arrival at the course

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