Defensive Handgunning: Pistol Tactics Inc. and MiCPL.net Style
Not often considered to be the preferred defensive weapon system; handguns, can be the best and often the only weapon system available at the time the fight comes to the operator.  All things considered; if we as operators, knew we were about to enter a combat situation; not only would our weapon system be different; we would likely choose to overwhelm our adversary with numbers. Since it is not practical to arm with rifles or shotguns for daily life, or to enter daily life in platoon strength, we should know how to defend ourselves safely, effectively and efficiently with a handgun weapon system.  Others offer courses that are marketed as being “tactical” classes; this is because course designers use a play on words to imply something “elitist” about their instruction or the skills presented.  We advocate and instruct that handguns be used to defend one's self; thus, we declare our courses to be “Defensive Handgun” courses that are designed to build upon one another over time.

Defensive Handgunning: A Primer
Course addresses methods, techniques and skills for carrying a handgun concealed and addresses the engagement of threats in everyday events. All methods, techniques and skills addressed in our Defensive Handgun courses are covered from a concealed carry format, unless otherwise noted or requested.
Nominal 300-500 rounds of ammunition.

GENERAL INFORMATION:
Limited to 12 participants.
Cost: $150.00 if preregistered with deposit by July 4, 2008, $175.00 otherwise.

Class will move participants from basic CPL training into a Defensive Handgun Operator approach to carrying a handgun weapon system in daily life.

PRE-REQUISITE:
CPL or other basic pistol marksmanship certification.

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT:
500 rounds of ammunition
3 magazines or speed-loaders with holders
Strong Side Belt Holster
Eye and ear protection, brimmed hat and sunscreen.
Snacks and drinks for 8 hours of training.
A one hour lunch will take place, please provide your own.                                                                                   This class takes place outside in the weather.

TOPICS ADDRESSED:

Trigger Control (used to increase accuracy and speed.)

Administrative and Action Loading Drills

Malfunction Clearance Drills

Drawing and Presentation

Reholster and Retention

Also covered will be engagement with movement and engagement of multiple threats.

WEAPONS ELIGIBLE:

Any concealable handgun; of minimum caliber, that is safe.  No match prepared weapons – compensators, counterweights or extended barrels.  Weapon may have sight improvements, grip enhancements or grip changes.

CALIBER:

.380 Automatic or .38 Special (MINIMUM)

.45 Automatic or .44 Special (MAXIMUM)

HOLSTERS AND ANCILLERY EQUIPMENT:

Holster must be worn in concealable manner, on the strong side belt, as must all spare ammunition carriers.  Exception – police duty rig, if worn in standard duty configuration.  All retention devices must be active and used during qualification.  Friction devices must hold weapon against loss as deemed acceptable by instructors.

AMMUNITION:

Any full-powered factory target/service load.  Magnum calibers are NOT encouraged for use.

TARGET:

Multiple silhouette style targets will be used with varying levels of exposure.

SCORING:

Center mass hits are preferred; no numeric scoring will be present.