Practical Defensive Pistol - Maiden Lane Church of God

Maiden Lane Church of God Church Security Team Training Donation

Participants must be a member of the Church Security Team and approved by them to attend

This is a developmental skills course focused on the practical use of the defensive pistol.    It is a great course to continue your training progression and will provide an opportunity to learn new skills while improving upon your existing skill set.  The material will be presented in a crawl, walk, run manner and in an easy to understand building block approach.  Focus areas will be practical application of the defensive pistol for a self defense scenario.  We will also discuss the legal requirements for the use of deady force and some general considerations for being armed to provide act in a Church security function.

• This will NOT be a "competitive format" or "military training".  
• It WILL focuse on practical application of the defensive pistol and the use of lawfully justified deadly force
• We will balance the skills levels of all attendees to ensure everyone leaves with new information and skill development.

PRE-REQUISITES: Successful completion of a CCW and/or a similar defensive pistol shooting course of instruction.

Points of Instruction (POI) Include:

• Proper firearm manipulation
• Drawing from the holster
• Deployment from ready and carry positions
• Rapid reloading of the pistol
• Practical marksmanship development
• Critical decision making in the context of a practical firearm application
• The lawful justification for the use of deadly force for self defense
• Proper ammunition selection for the self defense pistol

Equipment Required:

• Modern defensive pistol or revolver with OWB, IWB, or AIWB holster required
• 2-3 pistol magazines / 2 revolver speed loaders and a belt pouch to carry at least 1 magazine / speed loader
• Factory produced training ammunition matching your firearm's caliber (150+ rounds)
• Cover garmet for concealed pistol practice (we may shoot open, concealed, or both)
• Eye protection (safety glasses or polycarbonate lenses in perscription eyeware)
• Ear protection (electronic shooting ear muffs highly suggested)
• Seasonally appropriate clothing suitable for outdoor activities (no low scooped neck shirts or tops)
• Closed toe shoes or boots suitable for outdoor activities
• A baseball style cap or visor to help protect your face
• Water, sports drinks, & snacks to maintain yourself during moderate physical activity for the training day
• Please note that we will NOT be taking a formal lunch break.  Bring a snacks to eat on the range.