Defensive Handgun Level 1

Service Description

Many shooters perform well on the static range but struggle when adrenaline, stress, and time pressure enter the picture. This practical, performance-focused handgun course trains real-world skills: rapid presentation from concealment or bedside, target-focused accuracy under time pressure, fast and reliable reloads, and smooth transitions — all drilled to practical time and accuracy standards. Live-fire and controlled stress-exposure exercises build muscle memory, speed, and sound decision-making. Safety, legal considerations, and after-action review are integrated in every lesson so you leave prepared and responsible. What you’ll learn • Rapid, safe presentation from concealment and bedside • Accurate, controlled shooting under time pressure • Efficient tactical & emergency reloads and immediate follow-up shots • Malfunction clearance and task/target transitions under stress • Defensive mindset, safety, and legal considerations • Dry-fire and solo drills to maintain speed and accuracy between classes Who should attend • New and experienced shooters who want practical defensive skills • Concealed carriers and household/nightstand defenders • Anyone looking to close the gap between range accuracy and real-world performance Logistics & prerequisites • Duration: 3–4 hours (classroom + live fire) • Class size: 6–10 students for quality coaching • Prereqs: Basic firearms safety knowledge — you must know how to load your firearm, operate the slide and safeties, and demonstrate basic sight alignment/trigger control. If you’re brand new, attend Basic Handgun first. • Safety: Mandatory safety brief; all drills supervised Required equipment • Semi-automatic handgun (bring your own if possible) • Extra magazine (mag carrier recommended) — NO SERPA retention holsters • Holster that covers the trigger guard and securely retains the weapon • 100–200 rounds (approx.) • Eye & ear protection (Loaner firearms and gear available on request — contact us in advance.)