Defensive Shotgun
Defensive Shotgun
During this intensive course students will become familiar with proper shotgun manipulation in real world defensive situations. Instructors will provide a complete understanding of the limits of its range based on types of ammunition used and guide students through malfunction clearing and live fire drills. The defensive use of the pump-action or semiautomatic shotgun requires a thorough understanding and appreciation of its capabilities, handling and limits.
Duration: 2 days / 16 hours (6hr classroom / 8-10 hrs range).
Overview
- Applications for the Defensive Shotgun
- Action types
- Cycle of operation
- Optional equipment and after market accessories
- Ammunition types
- Carry methods and handling techniques
- Loading and unloading
- Foundational shooting techniques
- Use of cover
- Immediate action (functioning) techniques
- Multiple shot techniques
- Multiple target techniques
- Maintenance
Prerequisites
This is an intermediate level class. The student needs to know and be able to demonstrate safe gun handling, weapon system familiarity, foundational marksmanship skills, and working from a holster. We strongly recommend shotgun intermediate and handgun intermediate at a minimum or equivalent to attend the course.
Notes
Estimated round count:
50 rounds buckshot (00) / 50 rounds rifled slugs / 200 rounds birdshot (#6)
150 rounds handgun
Equipment List:
- Reliable shotgun w/ sling (pump or semi-auto)
- Semi-Auto Pistol in one of the following calibers: .380, 9mm NATO, .357 SIG, .40 S&W, or .45 ACP
- Belt mounted, dominant side holster and 3 magazines minimum
- Magazine Pouches
- Sturdy Belt at least 1.5” wide
- Footwear and clothing suitable for rapid movement in any weather
- Hat with a brim, knee and elbow pads
- Wraparound eyewear, polycarbonate lenses or non-shattering prescription glasses
- Earmuffs and earplugs
Tuition includes the following:
- Course manual
- Certificate of completion
