A comprehensive three-day course focused on safe handling, marksmanship, and manipulation of the defensive rifle.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is designed for individuals seeking a comprehensive foundation in handgun safety, handling, manipulations, and marksmanship. Through a blend of classroom instruction and practical range exercises, students will learn critical skills such as proper stance, grip, sight picture, sight alignment, trigger control, breath control, and follow-through.
Participants will also develop an understanding of various training methods and drills that support ongoing skill development through deliberate practice. The course begins and ends with a structured qualification, giving students measurable feedback on their progress and performance. While holster work is not covered in this class, students will leave with a solid foundation to build upon in future defensive handgun training.
TOPICS COVERED
- Review of handgun safety and SDA’s standards
- Natural point of aim and recoil management
- Proper grip, stance, and body mechanics
- Sight picture and alignment under live fire
- Trigger control: prep, press, break, reset
- Breath control and follow-through techniques
- Clearing basic malfunctions (tap-rack and failure to fire)
- Administrative and emergency reloads
- Dry fire methods for home skill development
- Timed drills, scored standards, and qualification testing
COURSE PERQUISITES
None
WHERE
Celina, TX
GEAR REQUIREMENTS
To ensure safety and maximize the learning experience, all students must arrive with the following gear:
SAFETY
- Ballistic-rated eye protection (ANSI Z87+ or MIL-PRF standard)
- Electronic hearing protection (no foam plugs)
WEAPON
- Quality, safe, semi-automatic handgun (9mm preferred)
- Ammunition: Minimum 500 rounds of 9mm FMJ or frangible
GEAR
- Pistol carrying case or range bag
- (All firearms must arrive bagged and unloaded unless active duty law enforcement.)
- Minimum 3 magazines
- OWB double mag carrier
- OWB hard polymer holster (No Serpa, leather, or soft/fabric holsters allowed)
- Sturdy gun belt capable of supporting holster and mags
- Notepad and pen for taking notes
APPAREL
- Durable pants and closed-toe shoes (no shorts or sandals)
- Tactical shoes or boots with good grip for muddy terrain
- All-weather clothing (training continues rain or shine)
HEATH AND COMFORT
- Sunscreen
- Bug spray
- Hydration system or water bottles
- Snacks or light lunch