Tampa Shooters Network

Course Brief:
Shooting at the range and shooting in a life and death situation, are two completely different things. This defensive pistol course will guide you through the basics of utilizing your firearm under stress conditions. Topics covered include: stance, combative drawing, mastering trigger control, mastering recoil, stress fire, tactical target engagement and point shooting.
Course Level: Advanced
Cost: $275 Includes Range Fees, Targets, Lunch, Drinks, and Merchandise
Length: 7.5 Hours
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
• Two Handed Sighted Shooting Techniques
• Two Handed Subconscious Sight Picture Techniques
• Two Handed 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
  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 concealed weapons license or provide a copy of a recent criminal background check.
  Prerequisite Courses which will Help You Obtain the Above Skills but are Not Mandatory:
• Advanced Concealed Carry
• Ladies Only Advanced Concealed Carry
  Equipment List:
• Your Chosen Handgun
• 400-500 Rounds Ammunition
• A Standard Strong Side Carry Holster for your Chosen Handgun
• Minimum of 3 Pistol Magazines
• Sturdy Gun Belt and Pants with Belt Loops
• Magazine Pouches
• Full-wrap Eye and Ear Protection
• Weapon Cleaning and Lubrication Equipment
  Maximum Student to Instructor Ratio: 5:1
  Maximum Number of Students: 15
• Booking and Cancellation Policy:
  Full payment will be due to the instructor at the start of class, cash or credit. A credit card is required to guarantee your reservation. This card will not be charged unless you incur one of the following fees:
  $25 Administrative Fee for any schedule changes or cancellations (regardless of cause)
  $125 Late Cancellation Fee for changes or cancellations made within 72 hours of class.
  $275 No Show Fee for cancellations received with 24 hours of the class and no shows.

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: Intermediate to Advanced
Cost: $275 Includes Range Fees, Targets, Lunch, Drinks, and Merchandise
Length: 7.5 Hours
Skills that will be worked on and Topics Discussed in this Class:

• Nomenclature and Functions
• Slings Set Up - Stance & Grip
• Low Muzzle / High Muzzle
• Presentation / Mounting
• Explanation of Loading / Unloading, and Malfunctions
• Basic Maintenance
• 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 of chosen firearm
• Must have concealed weapons permit or have completed criminal background check

Prerequisite Courses which will Help You Obtain the Above Skills but are Not Mandatory:

• Introduction to Rifle / Carbine
• AR15 / M4 Platform Principles
• Private Coaching

Equipment List:

• Your Chosen Magazine Fed (Semi Auto) Rifle with a Stock that has been zeroed. Pistol and Rimfire Calibers and SBRs are acceptable.
• 500 Rounds Rifle Ammunition (This may be purchased at the range.)
• Tactical Sling, 1 or 2 point or 2-1 convertible
• Minimum of 5 Rifle Magazines (The more the better!)
• Magazine Pouches to allow carry of 2 Spare Rifle Magazines
• Full-wrap Eye and Ear Protection (May be rented from the range.)
• Knee Pads
• Weapon Cleaning and Lubrication Equipment
• Pen and Paper
  Maximum Student to Instructor Ratio: 5:1
  Maximum Number of Students: 15

Booking and Cancellation Policy:
Full payment will be due to the instructor at the start of class, cash or credit. A credit card is required to guarantee your reservation. This card will not be charged unless you incur one of the following fees:
$25 Administrative Fee for any schedule changes or cancellations (regardless of cause)
$125 Late Cancellation Fee for changes or cancellations made within 72 hours of class.
$275 No Show Fee for cancellations received with 24 hours of the class and no shows.