Whether you are a civilian training for home/property defense or a LE/military member wanting to hone combat skills; this course will truly make you aware of your limitations and push you to a new level of individual capability. Too many techniques and drills were covered to be fully explained in this article. Ive lusted for one on and off since reading the story almost a decade ago, The urge to take advantage of AR modularity, ergonomics, optics mounting, and accuracy with cartridges other than 5.56mm, Photos by Josh Locatis The wait is finally over. P.O. Join us for one of the only LIVE FIRE Vehicle Courses publicly available in the country. - Safety is paramount. (877) 7-LETHAL Dept. I used a Glock 17 and Glock 19 during these four days. Techniques of Advanced Tactical Shooting, Transitioning to alternate Shoulder techniques, Off-hand & One-Handed Rifle Speed Reload / Tac Reload, o Serviceable pistol of at least 9mm caliber, o Minimum of 1 double pistol magazine pouch, o Serviceable carbine (9mm, 45ACP, 5.56mm, or 7.62x39mm), o Minimum of 1 magazine pouch or suitable method to carry spare magazines, o Sling suitable for a variety of shooting positions tactical style preferred, o 500 rounds of rifle ammunition (NO STEEL CORE), Operation Valkyrie (Tactical Precision Rifle/Survival/Kayak Excursion). Bring a change of clothes for the ride home. This will make your experience MUCH better and will answer many questions. 6000 Highlands Pkwy This is an Advanced Combat Pistol course so you will get dirty, sweaty and tired. When queried about this, Yeager feels that racking the slide is necessary, as every malfunction drill involves first tapping the base of the magazine and then racking the slide. - Clothing that allows you to work from the ground. One solution is for readers to experience these courses firsthand. Finally, Yeager incorporates a 100-pound punching bag in a ground fighting scenario that transitions into engaging targets with your handgun. Students eyes were to be kept downrange at all times when conducting drills, reloading, picking up magazines, scanning area for new threats and re-holstering. If you have any questions about the required equipment or how to prepare for this course, call or email us in advance to discuss. Topics covered include: equipment selection, drawing and correct manipulation of various flashlights, moving and shooting in the dark, sighted and instinctive shooting in the dark,shooting from cover, and reloading techniques including speed loads and tactical reloads in the dark. The second day of Fighting Pistol began with one of the better lectures I have heard concerning the legal aspects of deadly force, handgun stopping power, mental conditioning for deadly force encounters and OODA (Observe, Orient, Decide and Act) Loop decision-making process. - Must have completed an Advanced Level Course with Florida Firearms Training. 2401 Ludelle So, we thought it made sense to create a Two Day Course that really teaches the REALITY of fighting with a pistol IN, FROM, and THROUGH vehicles. Fighting for your life and others will always include a physical aspect that you need to experience. Rapid City, SD 57709 S.W.A.T. Throughout the entire animated feature, Bambi and. I used a combination of Black Hills, Winchester and Wolf ammunition for my 2,000-round ammunition allotment. - 400 Rounds Pistol Ammunition including 50 rounds of your chosen carry ammo, - A Standard Strong Side Carry Holster for your Chosen Handgun (*Click for Holster Guidelines), - Casual, Comfortable Clothing suitable for any weather. The Advanced Fighting Handgun course continues beyond the shooting of the Defenders Series or our Defensive Fighting Handgun Courses (I & II) with movements, building clearing, unorthodox position shooting, differing cover use, vehicles and weapons, extreme precision and distance, one-handed shooting, malfunction handling and clearance, fighting while injured, and much more. Skills and Requirements Needed Coming Into in this Class: - Must be safe and competent with drawing, re-holstering and shooting whilst moving, - Must have concealed weapons license or provide a recent criminal background check, - Proof of Completion of Comparable Course such as Louis Awerbuck (Tactical Handgun 1), Clint Smith (Defensive Handgun), Pat Rogers (Pistol 1) ,Gunsite (250 Pistol), Tactical Response (Advanced Fighting Pistol), - 350-400 Rounds Ammunition (This may be purchased at the range. The Tactical Response Fighting Pistol courses do address handgun accuracy, but only as a way to end the fight more effectively. The difference was striking when I used the Glock 19 during one of the four days of shooting. Weather appropriate attire that you dont mind getting dirty. P.O. After the safety briefing and introduction of what was expected in terms of moving when drawing and reloading, malfunction drills, and fighting mindset, students found themselves on the line all day. Students will find one-hand use likely when reacting to attacks, and Tactical Response wants to prepare students for this. The constant mantra of the entire four days is Move Off the X. Someone is much more likely to survive a hostile encounter if he does not freeze in place when attacked. *Equipment Rental, if needed, is provided at no additional fee. www.black-hills.com, Comp Tac Victory Gear Your email address will not be published. This is non-negotiable. Next, we will push your limits to problem solve quickly while you move and shoot around vehicles and barricades and manage your reactions to external stressors like physical exertion. 6160 Commander Pkwy If you have trained and practiced your reactions, tactics and, techniques together, you will work as a cohesive team and dramatically increase your chances of, Think of a deadly-force scenario. www.tacticalresponse.com, BLACKHAWK! Students were not berated or spoken to condescendingly, but mistakes were pointed out quickly, with succinct instruction on how to fix the problem. Instructors and other students will play innocent bystanders, law enforcement, and threats. Some engage target, others scan 360 degrees, a few change magazines and reholsterall one-handed. (281) 209-3040 Required fields are marked *. This course incorporates a high level of movement, stress, disorientation, team movement, and threat recognition. My back-up pistol was a Glock 19 that was not equipped with XS Sights Big Dot. A student would be behind the curve in the Advanced Fighting Pistol class both in terms of skill sets and mental preparedness without first taking Fighting Pistol. The Advanced Fighting Pistol course is designed to build upon the students defensive shooting skills, reinforce the basics and teach more advanced techniques necessary to survive a threat encounter. About half of this class is fighting oriented with tactical drills and problem solving and the other half is about skill building getting you shooting faster than ever. If you have any questions about the required equipment or how to prepare for this course, call or email us in advance to discuss. My holster was a Comp-Tac Victory Gear FBI paddle holster. The first day of training started out with a safety brief and description of material to be covered. The most popular caliber was 9mmover half of the participants used itwith .40 S&W and .45 ACP filling in the rest. This course teaches how to shoot, move and communicate safely as a team in and around buildings, reacting to and dealing with a deadly-force type scenario such as an active shooter environment. Yeager and Gibsons full resumes are listed on Tactical Responses well-executed website. Due to high demand and limited space for this class, no refunds will be issued and a late cancellation fee will apply to students arriving unprepared for the class. Course Description: James Yeager is the owner of Tactical Response and served as lead instructor during the courses, with instructor Jay Gibson also keeping the students on track during the four days of training. This class is specifically created for Concealed Carry Permit Holders, Law Enforcement and. Students will be taught the correct use of flashlight and mounted lights to identify and engage threats.
The Advanced Fighting Pistols curriculum made up the last two days of my training experience with Tactical Response. Camden, TN 38320 My pistol of choice for personal defense is a Glock. 
In other words, no speed rigs if you are a civilian practitioner of concealed carry. Dept. Glock pistols dominated both courses, with a few Smith & Wesson M&Ps and one 1911-style pistol. Here are four things you can do to ensure you have a great class: LOANER GUNS AND AMMOWe ask that only new brass cased factory loaded ammo be used in our loaners gunsor your own guns for training. I stretched it out to carbine applications and compared it to a ROBAR PolymAR-15L Ive been running. S.W.A.T. P.O. Aimed fire was stressed, with XS Sight Systems Big Dot sight system advocated by Yeager. Dept. Please read our Course Terms and Conditions. to communicate, which direction to move. *Handgun Rentals with Mounted Red Dots are available, if needed, for $25. This is an advanced level course, beginning students should attend one of our NRA Basic Pistol courses or the KTG200 Intro to Defensive Shooting (w/ CHP class). We have a Lay-A-Way option for trainingHERE! Different styles of targets and drills were used to emphasize how important it is for a student to watch the front sight while correctly pressing the trigger to the rear. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Dept. More than likely, you will not have time to reconfigure your grip if you mess it up coming out of the holster. Yeager is very clear that the courses are about fighting with a pistol, not about sterile marksmanship. This is a great training, opportunity with unique techniques, scenarios and drills specifically for two-person teams such as. Course Length:2 Days 18 Hours Night Fire Day 1. Knee or elbow pads (optional but recommended). He advocated avoiding conflicts and not placing oneself in precarious positions as the more prudent option versus having to resort to deadly force.
(But it will be so worth it!). Now, visualize the same scenario with BOTH of you acting in unison, both knowing exactly what to do, how. Please contact Contact Us before registering. Cost: $475 Includes Two Days Instruction and Scenario-Based Force-on-Force Training, Shoot House Fees, Equipment Rental (if needed), Lunches and Drinks, - Small Rooms: How to Enter, Considerations if in Team. We will do realistic drills involving the 21 foot rule and your fine motor skills will be tested under stress. Both Yeager and Gibson hovered behind students, pointing out transgressions and giving encouragement on how best to improve. $75 Late Cancellation Fee for cancellations made within 3 days of class. Tactical Response does a good job of incorporating all of the different drills and techniques into a comprehensive skill set. For more information on this outstanding facility, visit their website at GreatGunsSporting.com. My love affair with the Browning Hi Power began with a book. For example, LAPDs. It was pointed out that the grip you have on the pistol from the holster will be the one you will be forced to fight with for the duration. Better? All drills were conducted at close range, which makes sense considering this is where most defensive encounters take place. The slide rack is taught a specific way, with the pistol held in a retention position close to the chest and the off hand reaching over the slide and racking the slide as if you are trying to pull it off the guns frame.. You must come prepared physically and mentally to work hard and maintain an open-mind. (605) 348-5150 For, those of you without a training partner, we'll team you up with another competent shooter to watch, your back and safely navigate through the many dynamic scenarios. Box 757 *You will only receive a certificate of successful completion by participating 100% in class. This course is a fast-paced, hands-on, live-fire course utilizing both the primary and secondary weapons that focuses on dynamic movement and accurate, surgical shooting. We will be shooting from inside vehicles! My Glock 19 was equipped with the Big Dot when I got home. You're ready for your "real" gun fight, right? Tactical Response students in various stages of drill. You must also understand the principles/concepts taught in ACP1 because this course builds on it. Saturday/Sunday 10/15-16 *FULL - Email Us to be added to the wait list*.
No matter if it is a bolt gun (match grade only), semi-automatic pistol or even our shotguns we have found that brass cased ammo makes all firearm types run more smoothly than steel or aluminum. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Couples, Colleagues, Friends, Families and the average CWFL holder. This is one fight club you can, and should, talk about. Gun World of South Florida, Deerfield Beach - Tuesdays 7/5, 8/30, 10/25, 11/29 each from 5-9pm, Click Here to View Full Course Schedule with Current Availability.
But do you know how to work together as a team to increase, your odds of surviving a critical incident? Watch these free videos. www.blackhawk.com, Black Hills Ammunition S.W.A.T. At least 3 magazines for your pistol with tactical or duty mag pouches. Minimum of 800 rounds of quality range ammo. Students will be required to make ongoing decisions while under stress. - Fundamentals of RMR pistol shooting including, grip and presentation fundamentals, sighting in (zeroing), finding the dot, and self-diagnostics. The mindset of never stop fighting or moving was stressed above everything else. Along this line of reasoning, there are items in the Tactical Response training that must be personally experienced to fully grasp. Contact Us to Check Schedule Availability for Private Instruction. They will also be taught How Best to Use a Vehicle in a tactical environment,Working With and Around It and also for Defensive Cover. Baseball style hat (to keep brass from getting behind eye pro). This advanced gun fighting course is constantly evolving as we add new drills, skills, and scenarios. However, we will evaluate each student on a case by case basis**.
You associate with like-minded people who are also armed. www.wolfammo.com, XS Sight Systems - Proof of Completion of Comparable Course such as Louis Awerbuck (Tactical Handgun 1), Clint Smith (Defensive Handgun), Pat Rogers (Pistol 1), Gunsite (250 Pistol), Tactical Response (Advanced Fighting Pistol). Must request rental at time of booking. - All participants must be experienced shooters who are competent with their chosen firearm. Patriot Ordnance Factory (POF-USA) has entered the AR pistol, Remember the cute little rabbit named Thumper in Walt Disneys Bambi? Students will have the opportunity to Shoot From Inside a Vehicle, Through Windshield Glass, and Through Body Panels.
