Advanced Firearm Skills with Holster Draw

Description

This course is designed for concealed carriers who have already developed competence with the basics and are ready to take their training to the next level. Building on foundational skills, students will focus on one of the most important challenges in defensive shooting: learning to balance speed and accuracy under pressure.

Through a series of structured live-fire exercises, this course targets specific performance goals. Some are designed to increase your speed, others to refine your accuracy, and many that emphasize the critical balance between the two. By developing these advanced skills, students will experience more confidence, improved control, and greater satisfaction during personal training sessions and real-world applications alike.

Whether you’re looking to sharpen your draw-to-shot time, tighten your shot groups, or enhance your overall defensive readiness, this course will help you push past the basics and elevate your concealed carry performance.

This class meets the training requirements for the USCCA Protector Academy Qualification and is ideal for:

• Those considering concealed carry for the first time
• CCW/CHL Permit holders seeking to sharpen their defensive shooting skills and gain a deeper understanding of responsible gun ownership
  
  

Topics Covered

Topics covered:

• Speed vs. accuracy: how to balance both under pressure
• Drawing from concealment: efficiency and consistency
• Multiple target engagement and transitions
• Shooting from cover and unconventional positions
• Shooting on the move and lateral movement drills
• One-handed shooting (strong and support hand)
• Malfunction recognition and clearing under stress
• Live-fire drills for speed, control, and real-world application

Expectations and Outcomes

What To Expect:

• A dynamic and challenging training environment that blends classroom instruction with intensive live-fire drills
• A progressive approach that begins with a solid review of safety, situational awareness, and marksmanship fundamentals, then transitions into advanced skill-building
• Real-world drills that simulate high-stress scenarios, including:
  • Drawing from concealment
  • Moving and shooting
  • Engaging multiple threats
  • Using cover and shooting from unconventional positions
• Coaching focused on improving efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making under pressure

• A deepened understanding of how to balance speed and accuracy in self-defense situations
• Greater confidence and control when drawing from a holster and engaging targets
• Improved ability to identify and clear malfunctions under stress
• Enhanced awareness of legal considerations and personal responsibility while carrying
• The skills and mindset needed to train with purpose and respond effectively in a real-world encounter
• Completion of this course also fulfills training for the USCCA Protector Academy Qualification

Types

Intermediate, Private Classes (Group / Individual), USCCA Courses

Documentation Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver License, State ID, CCW/CHL, or passport)
• Proof of prior training:
• Certificate of completion from First Shots, Next Shots, or another recognized basic handgun course
• OR documented experience showing safe firearm handling knowledge (subject to instructor approval)

The instructor requires a copy of your Government Issued ID once you register.

Requirements

• Modern defensive pistol
• Optional: Holster (OWB, IWB, Appendix) - no shoulder, cross draw, Serpa, or middle-of-back styles
• At least three (3) magazines
• Mag pouch
• Sturdy gun belt - Please understand this is NOT a Sunday-go-to-meeting belt. This is a rugged belt designed to support the weight of a firearm, a holster, and other carry accessories
• Ammo: 200 rounds, minimum. The more ammo you bring, the more you can shoot!! 😎
• ELECTRONIC hearing protection - Students must be able to clearly hear and understand instructors/instructions during this training
• Eye protection
• Appropriate range clothing - No low-cut shirts or open-toed shoes, etc.
• Billed hat or ball cap
• Note taking materials
• Snacks, and hydration
• A Positive Attitude!!