This class is taught by Mike Sexton

• Purpose of Course- Developed by retired Marine and Master IDPA shooter Mike Sexton, this course is designed to prepare experienced shooters to handle real- world threats at very close range. Far from conventional the 'square range' training mentality, in which a row of participants stands and performs on command, this training is 360 degrees, in which advanced participants, with prior marksmanship and basic defensive shooting experience, work one-on-one with instructors and other participants to learn close range defense techniques. These techniques involve using whatever equipment is available in an emergency, from firearms to bare hands.Techniques covered will include advanced use of handguns, as well as defense against AND use of edged and blunt weapons, stressing retention and disarming, as well as improvised weapons. The tactics used are cutting edge and may surprise you in their unconventional nature and effectiveness. The training received in this class will make the participant aware of the appropriate effective  methods of surviving a close range deadly threat.
• Age Requirements- 18 minimum, with prerequisites below.
• .Prerequisites- Competence in basic marksmanship skills and gun handling; some experience with basic defensive shooting techniques. We recommend Introduction To Handguns, Personal Training, and Level II Defensive Handgun to obtain these skills.
• Time- 3.5 hours
• Equipment Needed-  Handgun of choice, solid belt holster, 100 rounds of ammunition (no lead, tracer, or incendiary ammo, please), at least 2 extra magazines or speed loaders, standard eye and ear protection, and drivers license. Other than ammunition, any of the equipment needed can be provided at no cost by the range. Clothing needs to be full length pants with shoes you can move in.
• Activities Involved- an intensive class session, followed by an short session on the range, in groups and individually, involving shooting, physical contact, and moderately strenuous individual movement.
• Maximum enrollment- 6
• Other Information- Graduates receive 1 free range session
• Cost- $125.00

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