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Pistol Shooting Fundamental

This 1 day/8 hr course is designed to introduce the basic combat/defensive shooting concept to those who are new to TAC-1. This class is formulated to get the students prepared for further regimented training in defensive shooting.  The emphasis is on building the working knowledge of safe handling of the pistol and marksmanship fundamental utilizing the internal attentional focus modality.  Participants will learn habitual chamber checks, safe loading and unloading,  drawing and presenting from the holster, elements of marksmanship, assessing and scanning and a  malfunction clearing. 

Objective: The objective is to provide adequate knowledge to own and operate a handgun safely for personal protection.

PREREQUISITE: TAC-1 SAFE START or equivalent is highly recommended.  You must know the legal requirements for deadly force, nomenclature of the pistol and an understanding of cycle of operation of the pistol. You must be able to safely handle your pistol to begin in our Defensive Handgun series.

CLASS FORMAT: This (8 hrs) one day training will be held  on the live fire range. 0800 to 1630hrs

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Safe Start

Brand New shooters! Rest assure...we have the right course for you to get you started on the right foot.  Our Safe Start program is designed for all people to learn the basics of safety, law, handling and marksmanship in a nutshell. 

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Pistol Shooting Fundamental​ COURSE SUBJECT

Introduction

Discussion: Basic safety and brief overview of the CA firearms law
  • Basic Firearms Safety
  • Combat Mindset
  • Proper donning of gear
  • Application of Elements of Marksmanship 
  • Presentation from the holster
  • Verifying the condition of the pistol

Marksmanship & Presentation

Students are introduced to pistol marksmanship & presentation
  • Loading & Unloading
  • Coming up on target and aiming
  • 2 Modes of Trigger Control
  • Partner Trigger Drills
  • Ball and Dummy Drill
  • Importance of fast trigger reset

Live Fire & Combat Shooting

Students are introduced to Live Fire Drills & Marksmanship Assessment
  • Problem with body roll
  • Shooting from a ready position
  • Elements of fast draw
  • Shooting consecutive rounds
  • How to shoot from distance
  • Final assessment (test) 

Introduction to Defensive Handgun

P1(a) is where you build your fundamental basic. Solid foundation will ensure strong skills to build upon.

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NEEDED GEAR

Pre-​academy pistol training

Designed to introduce the police academy candidates the fundamental of law enforcement firearms training and technique to prepare them to excel in the academy. 

If you never had any firearms experience or taken any handgun safety course, try our Safe Start course. 

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Piru Shooting Range

There are no cell services at this location.  When travelling to APS, do not use your Google Map, Waze or any other cell based guidance.  Use GPS based car navigation. Ensure to study the map prior to travelling. 

6700 Holser Canyon Road, Piru, CA 93040
Tel: ​(805) 398-0003 for directions only