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Defensive Handgun Course Level 1

Basic

Duration: 4 Hour Range Time

$150.00

Fee

Doug Cavin

Instructor Bio

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There are no upcoming classes scheduled for this course.

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Description

This is an Defensive Handgun class for the student to learn the following:

  • Situational Awareness
  • Equipment selection
  • Safety - handling, loading, unloading, malfunction clearance
  • Drawing and firing techniques
  • Single handed firing
  • Firing from cover
  • Multiple targets
  • Movement and tactics

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Topics Covered

This is an Defensive Handgun class for the student to learn the following:

  • Situational Awareness
  • Equipment selection
  • Safety - handling, loading, unloading, malfunction clearance
  • Drawing and firing techniques
  • Single handed firing
  • Firing from cover
  • Multiple targets
  • Movement and tactics

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Expectations and Outcomes

Students should be proficient at:

  • Drawing from the holster
  • Weak hand target engagement
  • Firing from cover
  • Engaging multiple targets
  • Cover vs Concealment
  • Movement and tactics
  • Equipment selection 

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Types

Basic, Intermediate

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Documentation Requirements

Student must provide proof of Concealed Handgun License before start of class

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Requirements

Equipment:

  • Centerfire Handgun(Must be in excellent working condition and well maintained) 
  • 300 rounds of ammunition minimum(Factory ammo no reloads)
  • Quality firearm holster(No Serpa style holsters)
  • Magazine pouch/carrier
  • Duty Belt
  • 2 or more spare magazines
  • Ear and eye protection
  • Clothing suitable for the weather. No tank top, Spaghetti String or low cut shirts(This keeps an ejected hot casing from burning an area you don't want burned).
  • Hat with a brim
  • Rugged shoes or boots(No open toe shoes Example: flip flops or sandals)