Florida Firearms Training

Course Brief: This 3-Day Immersion Course takes the student through Levels One and Two of our Advanced Defense Handgun curriculum in an extended format allowing for more repetition of drills while learning to shoot under stress. Through repetition, skills and abilities will be established and honed. Progression is based on a building block concept to a level where learned skills become instinctive.
Course Level: Advanced
Cost: $750 Includes Range Fees, Targets, Lunches, Drinks, and Merchandise
Length: 3 Days
Skills that will be Worked On and Topics Discussed in this Class:
- Defensive Mindset
- Gun Fighting vs. Gun ‘Range Shooting’
- Equipment Review
- Grip Review
- Dominant Eye / Hand Solutions
- Combative Shooting Stance / Body Positioning
- Understanding and Using Physical and Psychological Reactions to Lethal Force Confrontations
- Understanding Line of Sight in Combative Environments
- Correct Combative Drawing and Re-Holstering Techniques
- Getting Off the X
- Sighted Shooting Techniques
- Subconscious Sight Picture Techniques
- Point Shooting Techniques
- Mastering Recoil
- Shooting and Moving: Forward and Backwards
- Emergency Magazine Changes vs. Tactical Magazine Changes
- Understanding and Effectively Using Trigger Reset
- Multiple Threat Priorities and Engagement
- Introduction to Combative Shooting Techniques
- Human Anatomical Targeting Preferences
- One Handed vs. Two Handed Shooting: When / Why / How
- One Handed Magazine Changes
- One Handed Point Shooting Techniques
- Shooting from Point Shoulder, Half Hip and Retention
- Zipper Drill
- Speed Rock
- One Handed Combative Drawing and Re-Holstering Techniques
- Sighted and Subconscious Shooting Techniques Review
- Solving Malfunctions: Immediate Action / Stoppage Drills
- Moving while Shooting
- Correct Shooting Techniques from Cover and Concealment
- Kneeling Techniques
- Understanding and Using OODA Loop in Defensive Scenarios
- Multiple Target Engagement Techniques
- Bad Guy with Hostage Technique
Skills and Requirements Needed Coming Into this Class:
- Must be comfortable shooting on your own in a traditional static range environment.
- Must have shot at least 1000 rounds through the gun you will be using prior to this class (500 rounds of which must be within last 12 months).
- Must understand how your gun functions and be able to load, unload, show clear. Students who need help with loading or unloading their firearm (or magazine) or struggle with understanding and handling basic malfunctions are not prepared for this class.
- Must be familiar and competent with your chosen handgun and using consistent fundamentals at a level of unconscious competency.
- For semi-automatic handguns, must be able to pull the slide back and lock it open (back) and clear a malfunction (jam).
- Must demonstrate a firm understanding of and respect for basic firearm safety rules and range etiquette.
- Must possess the mental and emotional fortitude to handle the stress of shooting in close proximity to other people. You will be working from a holster, shooting and moving NEXT to other shooters without barriers between you.
- Must have a valid concealed weapons license and present it to the instructor upon check-in. If you do not have a valid Concealed Weapon License from a US State, let us know at booking and we will provide directions on how to provide a background check in lieu of this requirement. Background check reports must be received no later than 3 business days prior to the class.
If you would like help with any of the above, we recommend booking a Private Training Session with one of our instructors prior to attending this class.
Prerequisite Courses which will Help You Obtain the Above Skills but are Not Mandatory:

Course Brief: This class is for anyone who has a fighting rifle / carbine such as the AK, AR, platforms etc and wants to learn how to use them effectively in a realistic environment. This is an all-day on-range course for the serious shooter wanting to get the most from this weapon system. Some of the items covered in the course are Standing, Kneeling and Prone Positions, Shooting On The Move, Shooting From Cover, and Reloading Techniques including Speed Loads and Tactical Reloads.
Course Level: Advanced
Cost: $300 Includes Range Fees, Targets, Lunch, Drinks, and Merchandise
Length: 7.5 Hours
Skills that will be worked on and Topics Discussed in this Class:
- Slings Set Up - Stance & Grip
- Low Muzzle / High Muzzle
- Presentation / Mounting
- Explanation of Optimal Loading / Unloading
- Assessment and Management of Malfunctions
- Long Range / Traditional Rifle Stance (Relaxed)
- Fast Stance / Fighting Stance (Military)
- Recoil Reduction Techniques
- Basic Ballistic Issues POA & POI
- Trigger Control
- Recovery & Breathing
- 25 Yards & Under
- 25 Yards & Over
- Check ZERO at 25 yards
- Understanding Accuracy / Precision Fire
- Understanding Controlled Pairs
- Understanding Hammers
- Understanding Rapid Fire
- Firing From Prone
- Firing From Knee
- Firing From Sitting
- Firing from Squat
- Moving & Shooting
Skills and Requirements Needed Coming Into this Class:
- Must be comfortable with chosen firearm while shooting in a traditional static range environment.
- Must be familiar with basic manipulation and use, cleaning and breakdown of chosen firearm. Students who do not understand how their firearm functions and how to clear basic malfunctions are not prepared for this class.
- Must have shot at least 1000 rounds through the rifle you will be using prior to this class (500 rounds of which must be within last 12 months).
- Must be familiar and competent with your chosen rifle and using consistent fundamentals at a level of unconscious competency.
- Must demonstrate a firm understanding of and respect for basic firearm safety rules and range etiquette.
- Must be able to stand and walk for extend periods of time. This class has a physical difficulty level of moderate. Students should be capable of getting into and out of kneeling, sitting and prone positions numerous times throughout the day.
- Must have a valid concealed weapons license and present it to the instructor upon check-in. If you do not have a valid Concealed Weapon License from a US State, let us know at booking and we will provide directions on how to provide a background check in lieu of this requirement. Background check reports must be received no later than 3 business days prior to the class.

This is an ADVANCED class. Students failing to meet and maintain our safety requirements and/or who cannot meet and demonstrate the required minimum skills listed above, will be removed from training.

If you would like help with any of the above, we recommend booking a Private Training Session with one of our instructors prior to attending this class.
Prerequisite Courses which will Help You Obtain the Above Skills but are Not Mandatory: