This is an intermediate to advanced developmental skills course focused on the practical use of the defensive pistol in compromised or extreme circumstances.    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 malfunction clearance, one hand pistol manipulation, firing from the ground, fighting while partially impaired, and one handed TQ application in the context of a self defense scenario.

PRE-REQUISITES: Successful completion of our Defensive Pistol Foundational or Intermediate Skills block of instruction or a waiver of this requirement after a review of your prior training and experience.

Points of Instruction (POI) Include:

• Survive the fight mindset discussion
• Deployment from ready and carry positions
• Reloading the pistol while partially incapacitated
• Proper firearm manipulation while partically incapacitated
• Drawing from the open and concealed holster while partially incapacitated
• Immediate and Remedial Action for malfunction clearance while partially incapacitated
• Marksmanship development from compromised positions or while partially incapacitated
• Critical decision making in the context of a practical firearm application
• Specific developmental focus dependant upon the student's current skill level
• Practical movement in the context of a defensive firearm application

Equipment Required:

• ** A CAT 6/7 or equivalent tourniquet (TQ) that is designated for training (not operational equipment) **
• Modern defensive pistol or revolver with OWB, IWB, or AIWB holster required
• 3-5 magazines / 2-4 revolver speed loaders and a belt pouch to carry 2 speed reloads
• Factory produced training ammunition matching your firearm's caliber (150+ rounds)
• Hand Held Tactical Flashlight with belt pouch or pocket clip
• 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)
• Knee and elbow pads recommended
• 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 the range facility does not have running water or improved facilities