Defensive Pistol Shooting

Duration: 8 hours

$75.00

Fee

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Teaches the knowledge, skills, and attitude to carry and use a concealed pistol ethically, responsibly, and with confidence.

The importance of carrying and using a pistol responsibly and ethically for personal protection
How the NRA Rules for Safe Gun handling are applied to concealed carry
Basic principles of concealment
Presenting a pistol – reholster
Mental awareness
Mental Preparation to develop a defensive mindset for carrying and using a pistol for personal protection
Techniques for avoiding life-threatening confrontations
Explain the psychological and physiological changes that may occur during an attack
Flash sight picture
Reload under stress
Clear common stoppages – immediate action drills
Present a pistol from concealment and reholster
Cover and concealment
Present a pistol from concealment and shoot targets at varying distances
Move off the line of attack and shoot
Qualify for the NRA Defensive Pistol Certificate

Intermediate, NRA Courses

A picture of a target demonstarting the ability to shoot at the Level I (15 out of 20 rounds inside a 4" diameter circle at 10 feet)

The student should have passed the Basics of Pistol Shooting Course and have shot the qualification, at a minimum, at the Level I, with Level II or higher prefered.
Quality Pistol appropriate for concealed carry – recommend minimum of 9mm or .38 Special
Quality Strong Side Hip Holster – recommend form fitted leather or kydex, must cover trigger/trigger guard
Quality Belt, designed to carry a holster and a firearm strongly recommended
At least two hundred rounds of quality ammunition suitable for practice.
Spare magazines or speed loaders with appropriate pouches – at least two spares.
Clothing appropriate for concealed carry
Eye protection
Hearing protection - recommend electronic