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DEFENSIVE PISTOL 1

With a knowledge of the fundamentals, learn how to take your shooting to the next level with movement, speed, and accuracy 

Course Description 

This course will cover how to safely and efficiently draw your firearm, engage targets accurately at speed, and the basics of shooting on the move. It is designed for those who are comfortable with basic manipulations of their firearms (loading, unloading, clearing malfunctions) and can consistently keep their rounds on an 8-inch target at 5 yards.  Learn shooting techniques that help you improve your effectiveness at self defense. 

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Course Curriculum 

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Safety Review and Reinforcement

Basics of shooting at different distances with time constraints

Safely and efficiently draw your firearm (4-step draw process)

Engage targets accurately under pressure (speed) 

Understand personal limitations with speed and/or distance

Explore different holster types, carry positions, and gear options

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This course is supported with a FREE USCCA book that provides additional information to help students learn about the skills & responsibilities when it comes to defensive shooting.

*Limited to supply on hand. 

Who is the Course For? 

This course is designed for those who are comfortable with basic                       manipulations of their firearms (loading, unloading, clearing malfunctions)       and can consistently keep their rounds on an 8-inch target at 5 yards.  If             you are unsure if this is the class for you, please reach out to our instructors       to arrange a free diagnostic lesson.

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Prerequisites 

Must be 21-years-old or older. 

Basic Pistol 1 & 2 or AN EQUIVALENT 8 HOUR PISTOL COURSE.

Students must have proper holsters and belts in order to take this class; please read requirements in the class details or email academy@iishooting.com for  information. 

A Independence Range Waiver must be completed before class begins.

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Non-Members: 

$125.00

Members Save 20%:

$100.00

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Total Time:

4 Hours (Classroom safety briefing and then to the range) 

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Capacity:

14 Students

What to Bring: 

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PPE: 

Eye & Ear Protection (Electronic Ear Protection Preferred)

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Handgun & Ammunition: 

Semi-Auto or Revolver, 150 Rnds Range/Ball ammo 

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Note Taking Material:

Paper & Pen is Recommended 

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Snacks & Drink:

Just in the Classroom 

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Open toed shoes, shorts, and low-cut tops should be avoided due to the chance of hot casings or debris touching the skin. 

An Inside or Outside the waistband holster for appendix, 3 or 4 o'clock. The holster must stay open when the gun is not in the holster, kydex or high quality leather, no nylon soft holsters. Holsters must be approved by the instructor at the beginning of class. Serpa holsters or holsters that use the trigger finger to deactivate a retention device are NOT allowed. 

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