DEFENSIVE PISTOL 1

This 16 hour course, taught over 2 days, is designed for novice shooters to those looking to build on their advanced skills.  If you are looking to build on your concealed carry skills or just to get a basic understanding of how to carry a firearm, this course is designed for you. Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of marksmanship, movement, defensive concepts in drawing from a holster, tactical mindset, and assessment of the environment. 500 round count for the course. This course is approved for 8 hours of the Illinois Concealed Carry License 16 Hour requirement.

Learning Objectives

Safety

Fundamentals Of Marksmanship

Target Identification

Drawing From a Holster

Magazine Changes (Tactical/Emergency)

Malfunctions

Tactical Mindset

Movement

Understanding of Environment

Sustainability

Requirements

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• Open mind to learn

• One semi-automatic handgun

• One good quality strong side holster(How you plan on carrying your firearm on a daily basis. *No Appendix carry holsters or Serpa holsters for this class*)

• One dual magazine pouch or two single magazine pouches

• 3 double stack magazines (5 single stack magazines)

• One sturdy belt that can hold equipment (Not the belt that holds up your suit pants)

• Eye and ear protection (electronic ear pro recommended)

• 500 rounds of ammunition minimum for your firearm

• Baseball hat or any hat with a brim

• Food and drinks

• Dress for the weather (we will shoot in the rain or snow)