Defensive Handgun - (Califorina CCW)
Dynamics of Personal Defense & Close Quarter Combat
Los Angeles, Orange County, Ventura,
Torrance, Redondo, Hermosa
This course is suitable for intermediate to advanced handgun users. It tackles a wide range of topics, including basic gun safey, marksmanship, handgun operation, the proper defensive mindset, use of force and aftermath of a defensive encounter. This is a 16-hour course.
The course curriculum, live-fire exercises, and demonstration of familiarity, meets or exceeds the established requirements in accordance with California Penal Code Section 26150(a).
Session 1: CCW: Sat, Aug 15, 2020 - 3:30 PM - 7:30 PM, Torrance Session 2: Essential Pistol: Sun, Aug 16, 2020 - 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Santa Clarita
Course Outline:
Part I: Pistol Fundamentals
Safety Procedures
Class is Full
Handgun Operation
Shooting Fundamentals
Standby / Ready Positions
Draw from Holster
Basic Marksmanship
Part II: Introduction to Defensive Shooting
Defensive Accuracy
Reloading Drills
Multiple Shots
Firearm Malfunctions / Stoppages
Concealment vs Cover
Moving While Shoting
Shooting from Cover
Part III: Defensive Mindset
Situational Awareness
Responding to Threat
Confronting the Intruder / Attacker
Utilization of Concealment / Cover
Shoot / No-Shoot Decision Making
Part IV: Concealed Carry
Types of Carry
Holster Selection
Concealment Strategies
Firearm Selection
Proper Draw from Concealment
Close Quarter Combat Drills
Unconventional Shooting Positions
Part V: Firearms Laws
Firearms Laws
Use of Force / Self Defense
Legal Aftermath
Part VI: Qualification
Fee: $250 (Includes range fee)
Class is held at:
Class Session 1
Class Session 2
Wear comfortable clothing:
Wear long pants instead of shorts
Wear pants with belt loops
Bring strong/sturdy belt (1.5 inch width or wider; must fit through the belt loops)
Wear closed toe shoes
Items to Bring:
Firearm (semi-automatic pistol), 2 or more magazines
Eye and ear protection, a hat
Concealment garment
600 rounds of ammunition for your pistol (available at the range)
