Defensive Pistol Shooting Fundamentals
This Defensive Pistol Shooting fundamentals course is essential for shooters to develop the skills necessary to efficiently utilize pistols in self-defense.
Training will cover topics such as:
Efficient holster, draw, and firing mechanics, Ready vs Challenge position, Defensive Marksmanship Drills – Balance of Speed & Precision, High volume string of fire mechanics, Efficient reloading, One handed shooting fundamentals, Malfunction drills, Intro to dynamic shooting fundamentals.
This is not a learn to aim course. Students should already have a basic understanding of aiming and firearms safety prior to attending. If you wish to attend a basics of pistol shooting course click here.
This course is concealed carry focused but may be attended open carry. All stages will be fired from holsters. Call ahead if you are not sure what holster is acceptable.
Book: Defensive Pistol Shooting Fundamentals
1 Days | 8 Hours – $250
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS:
Safety and Proficiency Considerations
Students will perform light physical activities such as walking, sitting and kneeling. For students with medical considerations, the curriculum will be accommodated. Students will be expected to have a baseline understanding of their pistol, how it operates and how to aim. Prior to attending course. If a student does not have the skills required to attend their course enrollment fee can be applied to a basics of shooting course.
The target audience for this course is new concealed carriers, or students who own a pistol for self defense.
EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS
Required:
Cover Garment Eye and Ear Protection
350 Rounds CCW holster
At least 1 spare magazine
Flashlight (optional)
Students may attend training with an outside the waistband, duty style holsters. This course is geared towards CCW holders.
COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS?
How much experience do I need to have in order to attend this course?
This course is designed to take shooters with a reasonable degree of proficiency with their pistol and introduce them to concepts they need to understand as it relates to defensive shootings.
Students should have a clear understanding of the universal safety rules, understand basic pistol marksmanship, or have taken a basics of shooting course.
About our Shooting Ranges – Lopez Canyon in Sylmar CA
The course of fire is shot at an outdoor range. Coordinates and bay will be provided to students upon booking. Please note: This range is NOT open to the public. Access to the range is restricted to club members and trainers conducting courses. For your convenience you can use the map below. All bays have cover and seating. There is adequate restrooms and parking. For most cell carriers, reception will be limited once you approach the range. The road is accessible by vehicles with low ground clearance. Please drive slowly when approaching the range. Do not kick up dust or disturb the wildlife when approaching the ranges. The range is located approximately 10 mins from our classrooms. If you are commuting or ridesharing, an instructor can offer you transportation from the classrooms to the ranges. Once on the range, you may bring equipment to the bays but DO NOT uncase any firearms until instructed to do so. CCW / LEO’s you may remain holstered, do not unholster or clear any firearms until instructed to do so.
Why Southwest Training Center?
TRAINING MEETS OR FAR EXCEEDS THE BASELINE TRAINING STANDARDS YOU WILL GET AT OTHER TRAINING CENTERS.
HAVING TRAINING WILL HELP YOU IF YOU FIND YOURSELF IN COURT HAVING TO JUSTIFY YOUR EXPERIENCE.
YOU MUST TRAIN FOR WHEN IT COUNTS.
Choosing Southwest Training Center guarantees you are training among the best in the industry.
Southwest Training Center
“Committed to Excellence”
LOCATIONS:
Classrooms:
10285 Glenoaks Blvd #6, Pacoima, CA, 91331