Handgun 1 Course Description

Handgun 1 is designed to give the beginner, intermediate or advanced shooter the proper handgun fundamentals. Starting with mindset, the class focuses on the core foundation of accuracy, acceptable accuracy under dynamic stress, and how to effectively balance speed and accuracy with proper weapon manipulation.

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Subjects Covered

• Life Safety Brief
• Proper gear selection and placement
• Establishing a proper zero
• 7 fundamentals (Accuracy Drills, Axis and Mechanics of Recoil)
• 3 Core Fundamentals
• Acceptable Accuracy Drills
• Balance of Speed and Accuracy
• Speed reloads / Tactical reloads
• Instinctive Shooting and Mindset Drills
• Malfunctions
• Movement Drills
• Improvised shooting positions

Equipment List

Students provide their own ammo: 1400 rounds minimum. Multiple calibers may be used throughout this course. Drills can be modified to accommodate a lower round count.

Hardware – A functional and practical handgun chambered in 9mm, .40 cal, or .45 ACP. If available, a spare weapon system is also an excellent idea. A cleaning kit and tools that are compatible with the weapon system(s) in question is also a must. Each student should have a minimum of 5 working magazines. Single stack drivers should have double.

• Note pad, and pen/pencil
• Clothing suited to strenuous activity as well as being seasonally appropriate
• Rain gear / cold weather gear (seasonal)
• Ear pro (electronic preferred) / Eye pro
• Baseball style hat recommended
• Proper belt to support equipment
• Pistol magazine pouches (Optional: Battle belt, or Chest rig)
• Tools that work on your weapon
• A holster and magazine pouch that will retain equipment when moving
• Weapons lube
• Water hydrating device
• Knee and elbow pads (optional)
• Gloves (optional)
• An open mind