Advanced Defensive Handgun Level Four

Advanced Defensive Handgun Level Four (ADH4)

Course Brief: This level of defensive pistol training is specifically designed to pick up from where our ADH1 curriculum ended and continues to develop and refine the techniques to a deeper level of understanding. It will allow you to integrate more advanced techniques into your toolbox of pistol fighting systems. Topics covered include: One handed shooting and manipulation, point shooting, shooting while moving, use of cover, home defense techniques and more.
Course Level: Advanced
2026 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:
- Equipment Review
- Dominant Eye / Hand Review
- Human Anatomical Targeting Preferences
- One Handed vs. Two Handed Shooting: When / Why / How
- One Handed Magazine Changes
- One Handed Point Shooting Techniques
- Point Shoulder
- Shooting from Half Hip and Retention Techniques
- 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:
- All requirements for Advanced Defensive Handgun Level One (ADH1)
PLUS
- Must have independently practiced the skills taught in ADH1 and be able to perform them with unconscious competency.
- 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.
Required Prerequisite Course:

• Advanced Defensive Handgun Level One
  or
  - Proof of Completion of Comparable Course such as Clint Smith (Defensive Handgun), Gunsite (250 Pistol), Tactical Response (Advanced Fighting Pistol), Spartan Tactical Training / John Krupa (2-day Advanced Tactical Handgun Certification Course), LMS Defense / John Chapman (Pistol 2 Course), Sentinel Concepts/ Steve Fisher (Shooting on the move Handgun), Sig Sauer Academy (Handgun 104)
  Equipment List:
  - Your Chosen Handgun
  - 450 Rounds Ammunition (This may be purchased at the range.)
  - A Standard Strong Side Carry Holster for your Chosen Handgun (Click Here for Holster Guidelines)
  - Minimum of 3 Pistol Magazines (The more the better!)
  - Sturdy Gun Belt and Pants with Belt Loops
  - Magazine Pouches
  - Full-wrap Eye and Ear Protection (This may be purchased at the range.)
  - Knee Pads
  - Weapon Cleaning and Lubrication Equipment
  - Pen and Paper
  NOTE: Some of the drills and skills taught in this curriculum are NOT SAFE to be conducted with ANY ported barrels and or compensated pistols. Therefore, if you bring a ported or compensated pistol, you should also bring another NON ported/ comped pistol or a SIRT or blue gun to be able to participate in those specific drills.
  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)
$150 Late Cancellation Fee for cancellations made within 3 days of class.
$300 No Show Fee for cancellations received after 5pm the day prior to the class and no shows.

Preregistration through Florida Firearms Training is Required. You may do this via Our Secure Online Registration Form at https://floridafirearmstraining.com/reservation-form or by Calling Us at 561-450-9586