Defensive Pistol

Advanced

Duration: 8 hours

$225.00

Fee

Instructor Bio

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There are no upcoming classes scheduled for this course.

Description

A prerequisite is the successful completion of the NRA Basic Pistol Course. The NRA Defensive Pistol Course will focus on the techniques needed to develop a defensive mindset. The goal of the course will be to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitude to carry and use a concealed pistol ethically, responsibly, and with confidence. As a result of participating in this course, the student will be able to explain and demonstrate the following: How to apply the NRA Rules for Safe Gun Handling when carrying a concealed firearm, basic principles of concealment, the difference between cover and concealment, drawing from the holster, levels of mental awareness, developing the proper mindset when using a pistol for personal protection, clearing common stoppages, use of pocket pistols and more.

Topics Covered

•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 conceal 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 Pistol Certificate

Types

Advanced, NRA Courses, Scenario Based Training, Seminars / Lectures

Documentation Requirements

You must provide ICEFDT with a copy of your basic pistol certification

Requirements

Gun
OWB Holster
200 rounds of ammunition
Magazine pouch that can hold 2 additional magazines
Sturdy belt
Eye and ear protection
Closed-toe shoes
Appropriate clothing for the weather
A great ATTITUDE!