Handgun 1 (Basic Pistol) Training Course Description
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- Course is open to: Citizens/Law Enforcement/Military -
- Course is open to: Citizens/Law Enforcement/Military -
This course, like many of our other training courses, is designed to be taught in a larger group setting of approximately 5-20 participants. There are periodic breaks throughout the course, along with an allotted lunch break (approximately 30 minutes). Due to the larger group size of this particular course, the training pace is slowed down so the group advances as a whole. This course is expected to last approximately 7-10 hours. We do our best to make sure all questions asked by participants are answered and understood before moving onto the next block of information. This helps to reduce the chances of any participant(s) falling behind during the training.
If you are interested in a smaller group/family session (2-5 participants) or an individual one-on-one style training course, please reference our Hybrid Handgun 1 Training Course. We also have guns, equipment, and ammunition available to use for our training courses if needed. For more information, please click here: Equipment Rental and Ammunition Purchase
The Intuitive Defense, LLC Handgun 1 (Basic Pistol) Training Course is a one day course and is suited for a wide range of shooters regardless of experience level, but specifically designed for new shooters or those who have minimal experience with a handgun or those looking to improve their basic pistol shooting fundamentals.
Our theory is simple. It is important to have a strong foundation before you build a house. Firearms training is no different when it comes to that strong foundation. In this course we focus on the basic shooting fundamentals and build from there. We will discuss, demonstrate, and practice all topics shown within this course so that you, the participant can hear, see, and do the techniques for yourself. We implement a combination of dry fire (unloaded weapons, no ammunition) and live fire (loaded weapons with live ammunition) within this course that way you can safely and comfortably become intimate with your pistol, along with the tactics and techniques shown. Once you and the other participants are ready, then we will move onto the live fire portion of the course.
One of our goals is to make each and every participant a more knowledgeable, confident, and accurate shooter. We believe that our teaching method, along with having a simplified, yet informative course of instruction will do just that.
Some of the materials covered in this course are, but not limited to:
If you are interested in a smaller group/family session (2-5 participants) or an individual one-on-one style training course, please reference our Hybrid Handgun 1 Training Course. We also have guns, equipment, and ammunition available to use for our training courses if needed. For more information, please click here: Equipment Rental and Ammunition Purchase
The Intuitive Defense, LLC Handgun 1 (Basic Pistol) Training Course is a one day course and is suited for a wide range of shooters regardless of experience level, but specifically designed for new shooters or those who have minimal experience with a handgun or those looking to improve their basic pistol shooting fundamentals.
Our theory is simple. It is important to have a strong foundation before you build a house. Firearms training is no different when it comes to that strong foundation. In this course we focus on the basic shooting fundamentals and build from there. We will discuss, demonstrate, and practice all topics shown within this course so that you, the participant can hear, see, and do the techniques for yourself. We implement a combination of dry fire (unloaded weapons, no ammunition) and live fire (loaded weapons with live ammunition) within this course that way you can safely and comfortably become intimate with your pistol, along with the tactics and techniques shown. Once you and the other participants are ready, then we will move onto the live fire portion of the course.
One of our goals is to make each and every participant a more knowledgeable, confident, and accurate shooter. We believe that our teaching method, along with having a simplified, yet informative course of instruction will do just that.
Some of the materials covered in this course are, but not limited to:
- Mindset
- Stopping a threat (use of force)
- Legal consideration
- Identifying the danger
- Tunnel vision
- Handgun safety
- Basic knowledge of the pistol
- Operation
- Sights
- Equipment
- Pistol considerations
- Home defense
- Conceal carry
- Ultra-conceal carry
- Identification of dominant eye
- Pistol manipulation
- Stance, grip, draw
- Sight picture, sight alignment
- Trigger control
- After engagement actions (shooting)
- Types of positions and their purpose
- Loading/unloading procedures
- Initial load
- Unload
- Reloads
- Combat
- Malfunctions
- Types of malfunctions
- Correcting malfunctions
- Injured shooter engagements (one handed shooting)
- Strong hand only
- Support hand only
- Live fire
- Approximately 10 courses of live fire consisting of approximately 350 rounds total of pistol ammunition
Participant Equipment
Each participant is responsible to provide the following individual equipment for themselves:
- Semi-automatic pistol/handgun (no revolvers)
- Outside the waistband (OWB) pistol holster (recommended, but not required for this course)
- Pistol magazine pouch/holder, which is secured in place by a belt (recommended, but not required for this course)
- Pistol magazines (minimum of 2, but 4 is recommended)
- Pistol ammunition (for more information, reference the Ammunition Considerations section below Participant Requirements)
- Eye protection
- Hearing protection (over the head style hearing protection is recommended, but ear plugs are fine too)
- Water source (water bottles, water container, Camelbak style hydration pack, etc.)
- Your own lunch/food, along with additional snacks for yourself (nuts, cereal bars, fruit, trail mix, etc.)
- Long pants made from a jean or other durable material that are equipped with belt loops and pockets is highly recommended
- Pants belt that can support the weight of a pistol holster, magazine pouch, and/or other equipment
- Hat, long-sleeve shirt, jacket, rain gear and/or other protective clothing is recommended (situation and weather dependent)
IMPORTANT: Please do not wear open toe shoes (sandals, flip-flops, etc.)
Participant Requirements
- Due to the safety concerns of other participants on the shooting range, each participant must be able to walk or move freely without the aid of crutches, canes, wheelchairs, or other type of moving and/or stabilizing device(s) and/or equipment. If you are unable to attended because of the above-mentioned reason(s), but wish do receive firearms training, please contact us as we may be able to schedule a private session
- Must be able to see and hear (the use of eyeglasses, contacts, and/or hearing aids are ok)
- Must be able to legally own or possess a firearm
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time
- Closed toe shoes only
Ammunition Considerations
You do not positively know where your shooting skill level is until you asses it, which requires you to run your gun and put rounds on target at the range. That being said, we know ammunition is expensive and in some cases, can be difficult to find. We also know how important it is to get confirmation of skill though live fire drills on the range, which is why we offer two round count variants for our firearms training courses which gives you the ammunition expenditure option that works best for you.
Please note these options do not change the cost of the course, unless you are purchasing ammunition directly from Intuitive Defense to use in the Handgun 1 (Basic Pistol) Training Course. More information on purchasing ammunition from us can be found in the Equipment Rental and Ammunition Purchase section below.
Wether you are brining your own ammunition or purchasing ammunition from Intuitive Defense, please specify which option you want (FRC or LRCA) at checkout or when you request a Quote for Training. It should be noted, if you are brining your own ammunition, full metal jacket (FMJ) is typically the best option as it is usually cheaper than other types. Ammunition purchased through Intuitive Defense will be full metal jacket (FMJ) as well.
For this Handgun 1 (Basic Pistol) Training Course, if all Courses of Fire (CoF) are shot, the course ammunition loadout per participant is:
For more information on firearms training course ammunition usage, please click here: Course Ammunition Considerations
- Full Round Count (FRC)
- Low Round Count Alternative (LRCA)
Please note these options do not change the cost of the course, unless you are purchasing ammunition directly from Intuitive Defense to use in the Handgun 1 (Basic Pistol) Training Course. More information on purchasing ammunition from us can be found in the Equipment Rental and Ammunition Purchase section below.
Wether you are brining your own ammunition or purchasing ammunition from Intuitive Defense, please specify which option you want (FRC or LRCA) at checkout or when you request a Quote for Training. It should be noted, if you are brining your own ammunition, full metal jacket (FMJ) is typically the best option as it is usually cheaper than other types. Ammunition purchased through Intuitive Defense will be full metal jacket (FMJ) as well.
For this Handgun 1 (Basic Pistol) Training Course, if all Courses of Fire (CoF) are shot, the course ammunition loadout per participant is:
- Full Round Count (FRC): 340 rounds (minimum of 280 rounds, but 340 is recommended to complete all CoF)
- Low Round Count Alternative (LRCA): 200 rounds (minimum of 164 rounds, but 200 is recommended to complete all CoF)
For more information on firearms training course ammunition usage, please click here: Course Ammunition Considerations
Equipment Rental and Ammunition Purchase
If you want to attend this training course or any others we offer, but you do not have your own gun, equipment, and/or ammunition, that is not a problem. We have made our guns and equipment available for those who need to rent them. This gives the participant the opportunity to get hands on experience at the range with a pistol before needing to purchase one for themselves. This can save time and money along with, helping to ensure you purchase a pistol that is right for you when that time comes. Going through the training before hand will also allow you to be more confident and comfortable when you get your first pistol. It is important to remember, not all pistols are created equal so understanding the feel, grip, weight, caliber, and size will allow you to be better informed when you go to the gun store.
Need ammunition for the training course? We got you covered there too! You can do a course specific full loadout or purchase what you need in 100 round increments (partial loadout). The second option works well for those who already have some ammunition, but not enough to complete a training course. The ammunition we offer is full metal jack (FMJ), which is perfect for range use.
Lastly, we also offer the "John Wick Experience". This is a unique opportunity to shoot several different types of pistols, to include those with red dots at the end of the training course. Experience is everything, especially when determining what type of pistol might be right for you. The John Wick Experience benefits new shooters, people who do not own a pistol yet, or those looking at getting another pistol.
For more information, please click here: Equipment Rental and Ammunition Purchase
Need ammunition for the training course? We got you covered there too! You can do a course specific full loadout or purchase what you need in 100 round increments (partial loadout). The second option works well for those who already have some ammunition, but not enough to complete a training course. The ammunition we offer is full metal jack (FMJ), which is perfect for range use.
Lastly, we also offer the "John Wick Experience". This is a unique opportunity to shoot several different types of pistols, to include those with red dots at the end of the training course. Experience is everything, especially when determining what type of pistol might be right for you. The John Wick Experience benefits new shooters, people who do not own a pistol yet, or those looking at getting another pistol.
For more information, please click here: Equipment Rental and Ammunition Purchase
Course Price
The duration of this Handgun 1 (Basic Pistol) Training Course can vary based on several factors, to include, but not limited to: course size (how many participants), weather, questions, courses of fire, breaks, and practical exercises in the dry fire phase. Please allow for and expect this training course to last approximately 7-10 hours. Also, please expect to be standing for long periods of time while on and off the firing line.
The price for an already scheduled group course is $165.00 per participant. This price does not include any extra rentals or other optional "add-on" services. To see dates and locations of all Handgun 1 (Basic Pistol) Training Courses that are already scheduled or to book your reservation for a scheduled training course, please click here: Handgun 1 (Basic Pistol) Schedule or by using the link at the bottom of this page.
If you are interested in a private group/family session, corporate session, or one-on-one private session we are happy to accommodate you based on your needs. Pricing for those options depend on location, group size (if applicable), and the availability of a shooting range and/or shooting area, along with other factors. If you are interested in anything other than our standard already scheduled Handgun 1 (Basic Pistol) Training Course, please reference our Hybrid Handgun 1 Training Course or contact us at [email protected] or by using the link at the bottom of the page.
The price for an already scheduled group course is $165.00 per participant. This price does not include any extra rentals or other optional "add-on" services. To see dates and locations of all Handgun 1 (Basic Pistol) Training Courses that are already scheduled or to book your reservation for a scheduled training course, please click here: Handgun 1 (Basic Pistol) Schedule or by using the link at the bottom of this page.
If you are interested in a private group/family session, corporate session, or one-on-one private session we are happy to accommodate you based on your needs. Pricing for those options depend on location, group size (if applicable), and the availability of a shooting range and/or shooting area, along with other factors. If you are interested in anything other than our standard already scheduled Handgun 1 (Basic Pistol) Training Course, please reference our Hybrid Handgun 1 Training Course or contact us at [email protected] or by using the link at the bottom of the page.
Deposit
The cost(s) associated with our training courses vary from course to course as each one is custom built to facilitate and accomplish specific tactics and techniques within that specific course. If you sign up for a training courses, we do require full payment of that course at the time of registration to guarantee your slot as a participant within that course. It is important to note, each training course registration has a non-refundable deposit amount associated with it.
This deposit amount is built into the course cost upon your registration because once that slot is assigned to you, Intuitive Defense, LLC incurs costs associated with it. Some of these initial costs to us (Intuitive Defense, LLC) are, but not limited to: range fees, training area fees, assistant instructor expenses, target expenses, course supply expenses, logistic expenses, and other administrative expenses needed to build each training course.
Due to these required, unavoidable initial expenses on our end, upon your registration, we (Intuitive Defense, LLC) have a monetary cost associated with it, whether you attended or not. Because of this, we (Intuitive Defense, LLC) include a deposit amount in the cost of each training course. This deposit amount is a portion of the overall course cost, not an additional cost to the course. The non-refundable deposit amount for this Handgun 1 (Basic Pistol) Training Course, is $82.50 (50% of the $165.00 course cost) per participant. If the training is conducted anywhere other than the Intuitive Defense Shooting Range, the non-refundable deposit amount will be 75% of the course cost per participant.
IMPORTANT: If you are a no show on the day of your scheduled training course without prior notice (minimum of 24 hours) then you are not entitled to a refund of any amount, but you may be entitled to a credit of equal value (minus the deposit amount) on other training courses offered by Intuitive Defense, LLC. Some exceptions may apply and will be looked at on a case-by-case basis.
For more information regarding the deposit amount, along with our (Intuitive Defense, LLC) refund policy, please click here: Training Course Deposit and Refund Policy
This deposit amount is built into the course cost upon your registration because once that slot is assigned to you, Intuitive Defense, LLC incurs costs associated with it. Some of these initial costs to us (Intuitive Defense, LLC) are, but not limited to: range fees, training area fees, assistant instructor expenses, target expenses, course supply expenses, logistic expenses, and other administrative expenses needed to build each training course.
Due to these required, unavoidable initial expenses on our end, upon your registration, we (Intuitive Defense, LLC) have a monetary cost associated with it, whether you attended or not. Because of this, we (Intuitive Defense, LLC) include a deposit amount in the cost of each training course. This deposit amount is a portion of the overall course cost, not an additional cost to the course. The non-refundable deposit amount for this Handgun 1 (Basic Pistol) Training Course, is $82.50 (50% of the $165.00 course cost) per participant. If the training is conducted anywhere other than the Intuitive Defense Shooting Range, the non-refundable deposit amount will be 75% of the course cost per participant.
IMPORTANT: If you are a no show on the day of your scheduled training course without prior notice (minimum of 24 hours) then you are not entitled to a refund of any amount, but you may be entitled to a credit of equal value (minus the deposit amount) on other training courses offered by Intuitive Defense, LLC. Some exceptions may apply and will be looked at on a case-by-case basis.
For more information regarding the deposit amount, along with our (Intuitive Defense, LLC) refund policy, please click here: Training Course Deposit and Refund Policy
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