Applied Fundamentals Foundation — Handgun

Description

The Applied Fundamentals Foundation — Handgun course is designed to give shooters a solid base of skills that my other levels of training build upon. Students will learn the core fundamentals of grip, stance, sight alignment, trigger control, and follow-through through a structured balance of dry-fire and live-fire training.

This course emphasizes accuracy first, then speed under control—ensuring that students develop repeatable techniques that hold up under pressure. Along the way, participants will build safe gun-handling habits, strengthen decision-making under stress, and leave with measurable standards they can continue to practice after class.

Whether you are new to defensive shooting or seeking to sharpen and formalize your fundamentals, this class provides the essential framework to progress with confidence.

Topics Covered

• Firearms safety rules and safe handling habits

• Establishing a stable stance and proper grip for control

• Sight alignment and sight picture for consistent accuracy

• Trigger control and follow-through techniques

• Dry-fire drills for building repeatable fundamentals

• Live-fire exercises focused on accuracy at multiple distances

• Reloading techniques and basic malfunction clearance

• Shooting under time and pressure with accuracy standards

• Introduction to performance measurement and goal setting

• Coaching feedback and recommended next steps for training progression

Expectations and Outcomes

What to Expect:

• A professional, safety-first learning environment

• A mix of lecture-style instruction, dry-fire practice, and live-fire range drills

• Individualized coaching and feedback from the instructor

• Clear performance standards at each stage of training

• A balance of fundamental skill-building and confidence development

Outcomes:
By the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Safely handle and operate a handgun with confidence

• Consistently apply proper stance, grip, sight alignment, and trigger control

• Meet measurable accuracy standards at distances from 5–15 yards

• Perform basic reloads and clear common malfunctions

• Apply fundamentals under controlled time and stress conditions

• Leave with a clear path for continued practice and progression into higher-level courses

Types

Basic

Requirements

• Centerfire handgun (9mm preferred) — serviceable condition.

• Minimum 250 rounds of centerfire ammunition 

• Eye protection (ANSI-rated ballistic eyewear).

• Ear protection (earmuffs or quality earplugs).

• Sack lunch (we’ll take a working lunch on the range).

• Hydration — water bottle (plan for a full day).

• Range-appropriate clothing —  closed-toe shoes

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