Defensive Handgun - (Califorina CCW - Full Course)
Dynamics of Personal Defense & Close Quarter Combat

Los Angeles, Orange County, Ventura, Kern County,
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: Skill Builder II: Sat, May 28, 2022 - 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM, Lomita
Session 2: CCW: Sat, May 28, 2022 - 3:30 PM - 7:30 PM, Lomita
Session 3: Essential Pistol: Sun, May 29, 2022 - 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Santa Clarita

Course Outline:

Part I: Pistol Fundamentals

• Safety Procedures

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• 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: $280.00 (Includes range fee)

Class is held at:

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: (both days - firearm(s), belt, holster, magazine pouch)

• Firearm (semi-automatic pistol), 2 or more magazines
• Eye and ear protection, a hat
• Concealment garment
• 300 rounds of ammunition for your pistol (may be available at the range)
• Strong side OWB holster, belt and magazine pouches (gear suggestion)
• Dummy ammunition for your pistol (we may provide)
• Knee pads (optional)
• Sunblock
• Bottled water
• Packed lunch