5 Day pistol/Carbine MIL/LE Restricted August 13th-17th
5-Day Pistol and Carbine Course
This course is designed to teach the weapons handling skills needed in a tactical environment. It emphasizes safety, awareness and surgical marksmanship with each weapon system. It gives the student the skills, training mindset and methodology necessary to train them self and others. The student will quickly gain experience, confidence and increase their skill level and effectiveness with both weapons.
The following topics will be taught in the course:
Safety
Loading and clearing
Diagnostic evaluation with both weapons
Sights, zeroing considerations and techniques, external ballistics, slings, and equipment placement
Fundamentals of rifle and pistol marksmanship
Reloading and malfunctions drills
The draw
Shooting positions
Multiple target engagements
Transitions
The set-up and shooting on the move
Firing from retention
Proper use of covered positions and barricades
Zeroing considerations and techniques for lasers
Shooting positions and techniques
Training mindset and methodology
Ammo requirements: 2000 rounds of pistol ammunition and 1750 rounds of rifle ammunition per person.
Prerequisite: Law Enforcement or Military Only
Training schedule: Show time is 7:45 am with instruction starting at 8:00 am and ending at 5 pm. Expect approximately 4 hours of night shooting on day 3 of the course.
Individual equipment:
Pistol with 5 magazines/Carbine with 5 magazines
Individually issued equipment (LBE, ballistic or protective vest with associated magazine pouches)
Knee and elbow pads (optional)
Weapon cleaning kit (with oil for guns)
Rain or inclement weather gear
Eye and ear protection (clear and shaded lens are recommended)
Water/Snacks (1 hr lunch break)
Hat/Gloves (rifles will get hot)
Sun Screen (non-greasy or water resistant recommended)
Optical sight for rifle (optional, but highly recommended)
Flashlight
IR aiming device
Course includes: 43 hours of instruction and a certificate of completion.
Cost: $950 tuition fee
