Day 1 — Foundations & Performance Mechanics
Goal: Establish repeatable, efficient mechanics under increasing tempo and introduce stress-resistant skills.
Welcome, Safety & Baseline Assessment
Course overview, learning objectives, range rules, emergency plan, equipment check, and an initial performance string to establish a baseline.Presentation & Draw Mechanics
Holster presentation fundamentals and mechanics (grip, path, muzzle discipline). Dry-fire repetitions, coach correction, and presentation-to-fire drills.Grip, Sight Management & Trigger Control
Techniques for optimal grip, recoil management, sight picture retention under speed, and progressive live-fire work.Controlled Pairs, Presses & Transitions
Drills for controlled pairs, failure drills, and efficient transitions between targets with immediate coaching feedback.Reloads & Immediate Action
Tactical and emergency reloads, stoppage recognition, and malfunction clearing integrated into live strings.Movement Fundamentals
Footwork, balance, shooting while moving, angling, and movement-based engagement drills.Wrap, Review & After-Action
Review and coach feedback; homework drills to prepare for Day 2.
Day 2 — Application, Stress & Scenario Integration
Goal: Apply Day 1 mechanics in dynamic, decision-based contexts and measure improvement.
Warm-Up & Performance Check
Dynamic warm-up and re-check strings to measure progress from baseline.Speed with Accuracy: Progressive Strings
Timed strings emphasizing precision at speed with tracked metrics for improvement.Engagements Under Movement & Multiple Targets
Complex movement drills combining target transitions, reorientation, and reloads.Use of Cover & Constrained Shooting Positions
Shooting from barricades, kneeling, seated, and other constrained positions; live-fire behind barriers.Stress Inoculation & Decision Drills
Decision-making drills, threat discrimination, and scenario elements to build composure under pressure.Force Option & Problem-Solving Scenarios
Scenario evolutions that combine movement, malfunctions, reloads, and judgment calls—designed to test integrated skills.Final Assessment, Debrief & Development Plan
Final performance strings compared to baseline, detailed AAR, personalized practice plan, and Q&A.
Logistics & Requirements
Duration: Two days (16 hours total)
Cost: $300
Ammo: 600+ rounds recommended
Equipment: Eye & ear protection, quality performance holster (OWB/duty or preferred), spare magazines (3+), magazine pouches, range-appropriate belt, hydration, and sun/medical protection.
Prerequisite: Basic handgun safety and safe firearm manipulation.