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Defensive Tactics 3

Advanced - Extreme Close-Quarters Engagement

Duration: 4 Hours Mat Room

Environment: In Person

$10.00

Fee

Date Location Class Size Class Time Instructor Availability
Register Now December 31 Wednesday
Palm Bay, FL
1 - 30 Students TBD Denver Houck Space Available
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Description

Course Focus: Advanced Close-Quarters Defensive Tactics
 
This high-level 4-hour indoor course is the most physically and technically demanding defensive tactics session in your curriculum, designed for students who have mastered the fundamentals of DT 1 and DT 2. The training focuses on advanced strategies for extreme close-quarters combat, weapon defense, and maintaining control when an attacker is at contact distance.
 
What You Will Master:
 
  • Advanced Weapon Retention & Counter-Disarm Techniques: Master complex physical techniques to foil an aggressor's attempt to take your firearm and practice fighting to retain possession.
 
  • Close-Quarters Defensive Strikes & Escapes: Learn powerful defensive strikes, body mechanics, and escapes specifically designed for immediate use when grappling or pinned in a confined space.
 
  • Engaging & Controlling an Attacker While Armed: Practice techniques for utilizing your firearm defensively while simultaneously managing or controlling the physical threat of an attacker.
 
  • Scenario-Based Training for Realistic Encounters: High-intensity, reality-based scenarios test your integrated skills against dynamic, resisting opponents.
 
  • Tactical Movement & Environmental Awareness: Focus on micro-movement and utilizing environmental factors to your advantage in tight spaces.

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Course Details:
 
📌 Training Time: 4 Hours of Intensive Indoor Defensive Tactics Training
 
💰 Course Fee: $260
 
Take your defensive tactics to the next level—train for the unexpected and gain the confidence to prevail! 🔫🥋💪

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Types

Advanced, NRA Courses, Scenario Based Training, Scenario Based Training (Simunitions, Man Marking Cartridge), USCCA Courses

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Requirements

📝 Important Course Notes
 
  • Prerequisite: Completion of Defensive Tactics 1 and 2 (or verifiable advanced skill in weapon retention and close-quarters defense) is mandatory.
 
  • Training Environment: This is an intensive 4-hour indoor training session involving dynamic, physical contact. It is strictly NON-LIVE FIRE. NO LIVE AMMUNITION IS PERMITTED in the training area.
 
  • Required Firearm: Students are required to bring their everyday carry handgun and all magazines to the class. ALL AMMUNITION MUST BE LEFT SECURED IN YOUR VEHICLE.
 
  • Training Pistol: The course will utilize Inert Training Firearms (SIRT or blue guns) provided by the instructor for all drills.
 
  • Required Equipment:
  • Students must bring their personal concealed carry setup (holster and carry method used daily) and any magazine pouches.
 
  • NO SERPA-style holsters will be permitted due to safety concerns.
 
  • Mouthguards and protective cups are strongly recommended for scenario training.
 
  • Physical Activity: This course involves dynamic, high-intensity physical contact. Please wear comfortable, durable clothing.
 
  • Safety Policy: All students must arrive with an unloaded and cleared firearm which will be immediately inspected by the instructor.
 
  • Course Cost: The course fee is $260 total.