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Defensive Shooting - Level 1 (Basics)

Basic - You have a handgun. Now learn to effectively deploy it for your self-defense

Duration: 1.0 hour classroom, 1 hour range

Environment: In Person

$85.00

Fee

Byron Mathews

Instructor Bio

Date Location Class Size Class Time Instructor Availability
Register Now March 13 Friday
Zion, IL
1 - 5 Students 4:30pm to 6:30pm Byron Mathews Space Available
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Description

So, you’ve decided to become proficient with your firearm?

This basic course is to introduce you being able engage and win a fight with your handgun. This training provides you the opportunity to practice, learn best practices, and increase the probabilty of succeeding in an lethal force scenario.

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Topics Covered

PART I - Foundation

  • Safety
  • Handgun Components and Functions
  • Sight Alignment and Sight Picture
  • Shooting: Commands, Stance, Pistol Grip, Draw
  • SIRT Pistol
PART II - Dry Fire (no live ammo)
  • Draw stroke drills - Your empty Firearm or SIRT
  • Draw stroke drills - Scenarios
PART III - Live Fire on the Range
  • Safety Briefing
  • Drill

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Types

Basic, Concealed Carry Training, Handgun Fundamentals

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Documentation Requirements

Illinois resident nust have a FOID card.

CCW is recommended, but there are no CCW permit requirements to take this class.

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

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Requirements

No loaded firearm in the Classroom.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED:

  • Student’s preferred carry system or holster (no shoulder holsters)
  • Student’s Firearm (unloaded)
  • Jacket/coat (optional)