Practical Handgun Class

Our practical handgun class is designed to familiarize beginners with their handgun and get them comfortable training for defensive situations at the intermediate level. We start by reenforcing the basic fundamentals of firearms safety and handling, and then progress through intermediate skills applicable to defensive handgun use.

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During this class you will learn

• Four universal firearm safety rules

• Proper grip and stance

• Malfunction clearing

• Basic marksmanship/defensive accuracy

• Concepts for recoil control

• How to draw from a holster

• Reloading basics

• Transitioning between targets

For this class you will need to bring​

• Eye protection

• Ear protection

• Closed-toe shoes

• Handgun

• 200 rounds of ammunition

• Holster (See requirements below)

• 5 Snap-Caps (dummy rounds)

• 2 or more magazines

• Spare magazine carrier (belt-mounted)

We will provide​

• Targets

• Water

• Tons of knowledge and fun

​Snacks and soda will be available for purchase​

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Holster Requirements: All holsters must be belt mounted (drop-legs are ok). Cross-draw holsters are not permitted. Kydex/plastic holsters are highly recommended for all holsters, but are required for inside-the-waistband models. Failure to bring a suitable holster may result in the student being dismissed from class for safety reasons.

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Note* Long pants are highly recommended. No low-cut/plunging neckline shirts permitted. This is for your safety, and the safety of those around you.

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Note** Self defense situations are just as unpredictable as the weather in Wisconsin. We will be training at an outdoor range, so please be prepared for changes in weather and dress appropriately for the conditions. Sunscreen, sweatshirts, bug spray, and/or rain gear are recommended. Class will only be canceled/rescheduled due to severe weather (i.e. tornados, thunderstorms, hail, etc).

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Note*** Our focus is preparing students for defensive situations. Therefore we will be using USPSA-style, human silhouette targets. Discussion and target scoring will be focused around stopping a threat.