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DEFENSIVE CARBINE (GUNFIGHTER RIFLE)

DEFENSIVE CARBINE (GUNFIGHTER RIFLE)

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Defensive Carbine is where technical rifle handling meets real-world tactical application.

This course builds on fundamental carbine skills and teaches you how to run your rifle like a true fighting tool. You’ll train to shoot fast and accurately under stress, manipulate your weapon under pressure, and apply tactics in and around cover. Students will learn how to dominate with their rifle from compromised positions, while moving, and while making split-second decisions.

You’ll push beyond static drills into live-fire problem solving, scenario-based training, and simulator force-on-target exercises with real-world consequences. From recoil management to the legal aftermath of a defensive shooting, this class is a deep dive into what it actually takes to prevail in a rifle-based engagement.

This class is the transition from shooting a rifle to fighting with one.

TOPICS COVERED 

  • Advanced Safety Brief: Reinforcement of firearm safety in high-stress, dynamic environments
  • Review of Fundamentals: Quick refresh on stance, sighting, and trigger control
  • High-Speed Marksmanship: Fast, accurate fire with performance standards
  • Recoil Management: Controlling muzzle movement for rapid follow-up shots
  • Rapid Target Acquisition: Engaging multiple threats under pressure
  • Shooting on the Move: Maintaining accuracy while moving dynamically
  • Use of Cover & Concealment: Tactical positioning, angles, and geometry
  • Sling Management: Weapon transitions, retention, and movement control
  • Stress Fire Drills: Training under simulated fight-or-flight conditions
  • Tactical Reloads: Speed and retention reload techniques
  • Malfunction Clearing: Efficient response to common stoppages
  • One-Handed Rifle Operation: Techniques for injury or restricted movement
  • Decision-Making Under Duress: Scenario-based judgment and threat assessment
  • Use of Force Law: Legal framework for defensive rifle engagements
  • After-Action Drills: Post-shooting scans, self-checks, and communication
  • Live-Fire Scenarios: Structured engagements applying all learned skills in real-time
  • Simulator-Based Gunfights: Force-on-target scenarios with electric shock penalty

COURSE PREREQUISITES

Carbine Fundementals

COURSE LOCATION 

Celina, TX 

MINIMUM GEAR REQUIRED

FIREARM

  • Quality, safe, semi-automatic pistol
    (Examples: Glock 19 MOS, Glock 45 MOS, or similar platform)
  • Quality, safe, semi-automatic rifle in 5.56mm
    (Example: Daniel Defense M4 or similar AR-15 platform)
  • Two-point sling securely mounted (required for carbine)

MAGAZINES & AMMUNITION

  • Minimum 3 pistol magazines
  • Minimum 3 rifle magazines
  • 9mm FMJ or frangible – 500 rounds minimum
    (Example: Fiocchi 9mm Range Dynamics or equivalent)
  • 5.56mm/.223 FMJ – 500 rounds minimum

HOLSTER & MAG CARRIER

  • OWB hard polymer holster (Kydex-type only)
    (No Serpa, leather, or soft/fabric holsters allowed)
    (Examples: Safariland 6935RDSO ALS, Tier1 Concealed OWB)
  • OWB double pistol mag carrier
    (Example: Bladetech Signature Double Mag Pouch)
  • Rifle magazine pouches (belt-mounted, chest rig, or plate carrier setup)

SAFETY GEAR

  • Ballistic-rated safety glasses
  • Electronic hearing protection (muffs preferred)

APPAREL

  • Durable pants and closed-toe shoes or tactical boots
  • Clothing appropriate for all-weather outdoor training

HEALTH & COMFORT

  • Sunscreen
  • Bug spray
  • Water and snacks
  • Notebook and pen

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT (PERFORMANCE-ENHANCING)

UPGRADED FIREARM

  • Glock 19 MOS, Glock 45 MOS, or similar pistol
  • Optic: Aimpoint Acro P-2, Trijicon RMR, Holosun EPS
  • Weapon Light: Surefire X300U-A or equivalent
  • AR-15 w/ Optic: Aimpoint T2, Eotech EXPS3, LPVO (1–6x, 1–8x)
  • Weapon Light (Rifle): Surefire M600 or Modlite
  • Backup iron sights recommended on carbine

UPGRADED HOLSTER SETUP

  • Safariland 7365 RDS ALS (light-bearing, optic-compatible)
  • Tier1 Concealed OWB (light or non-light bearing)
  • True North Concepts Modular Holster Adapter
  • Safariland QLS Fork or BladeTech Tek-Lok
  • Rifle magazine carriers: Esstac KYWI, HSGI Tacos, etc.

BELT & LOAD-OUT

  • Battle belt with stiff core (Ex Umbris or similar)
  • Esstac double pistol magazine carrier
  • Optional: dump pouch, IFAK/med pouch, boo boo kit
  • Gloves
  • Knee pads

IMPORTANT NOTES

  • All firearms must arrive bagged and unloaded unless student is active duty law enforcement.
  • No appendix carry or shoulder holsters allowed in this course.
  • No steel core, armor-piercing, or green-tip ammo unless approved.
  • If you are unsure about your gear setup, contact us in advance to verify compliance.