Course Length: One day

Course Description: Handgun Fundamentals (civ) is intended for anyone with little or no formal experience operating a handgun. This course teaches safe handling and efficient operation of semi-automatic and revolvers. Students will learn correct techniques for drawing and presenting the weapon, as well as fundamental techniques for employing the handgun in defense of self or others. Blocks of instruction include:

Real world safetyHandgun selectionAmmunition selectionEquipment selectionConcealment clothingFundamentals of marksmanshipDrawing from IWB/OWBTactical and emergency reloadsMalfunction clearing (immediate and remedial action)Shooting positionsMovementOn cover/off cover shooting

Course cost: $200.00 ($50.00 for previous students space permitting)

Equipment:

Handgun with 3 magazines (single stack, 5-7 magazines)Holster (Appendix carry, cross draw or shoulder rigs prohibited)Two+ magazine pouches500 Rounds handgunEar and eye protectionHatLong sleeves recommended (pants mandatory)

Optional (recommended) gear:

GlovesSunblockHydrationField cleaning kitBasic maintenance toolsAdditional magazines for all weapons

Class size: Minimum of 10, no more than 15

Prerequisites: None.