Gunfighting for Cops – Handgun

3 Days

Abstract:

 This course is a gunfighting course designed by cops, for cops. Tactical principles, gunfight specific shooting skills and, above all, the mindset needed to dominate your environment and your opponent(s) will be stressed. FOF drills will reinforce the skills learned and sharpen your reflexes and processing skills as well.

Ammunition: 800 Rounds

Intended Target Audience:

Suitable for law enforcement and other armed professionals, Student should be familiar with their handgun and have a shooting base.

Description:

This course is a true gunfighting course designed by cops, for cops. Tactical principles, gunfight specific shooting skills and, above all, the mindset needed to dominate your environment and your opponent(s) will be stressed. FOF drills will reinforce the skills learned and sharpen your reflexes and processing skills as well.

Training topics and exercises:

• Mental preparation and conditioning for lethal force
• Threat assessment and preparation
• The OODA loop, situational awareness and task focus
• The latest research and information on lethal force encounters
• Tactical principles for defensive shooting

Live-fire exercises on the range include:

• Firearms safety in dynamic situations
• Threat evaluation and risk assessment
• Tactical Shooting Skills – Drawing, grip, shooting platforms, combat sighting techniques, close quarter shooting and retention, etc.
• Tactical sequencing and immediate action drills
• Low-light shooting (with and without a flashlight)
• Using cover effectively and movement with the firearm
• Dynamic, timed fire shooting drills for lethal force situations
• Tactical engagement and disengagement drills with and without a partner
• Close quarter shooting, threat management and disengagement and weapon retention

Force on Force

• FOF drills to train and condition the mind and reflexes for gunfighting.
• FOF scenarios of likely scenarios you will face on the street

Tactical training and live fire drills are conducted in a realistic manner to reinforce good habits. Verbal skills and tactics will be used when appropriate. There will be simulations to reinforce use of force decision making.

Alternative weapons such as backup weapons, pepper spray, knives will be covered along with deployment options and fundamental skills.

Prerequisites: A base of handgun skills

You will Need: Handgun suitable for extended use each day, at least 2 spare magazines, eye and ear protection, suitable holster or holsters for extended concealed carry and range use, sturdy belt that holds the holster firmly, clothing to suit the weather, tactical flashlight (surefire) if  you have one.