This 8-hour Course covers the use of a shotgun outside the home in a “Tactical” or unknown environment. Some of the topics listed may appear similar to those covered in the “Defensive” Shotgun course, but “Tactical” Shotgun training is much broader covering a greater variety of situations, including more advanced tactics and handling techniques, while transitioning to different types of ammunition. The emphasis is on movement, the use of cover, and keeping your shotgun in the fight.
Topics will include:
• Safety
• Ammunition Selection
• Penetration
• Accessories
• Low Light shooting
• Advanced Handling Techniques
• Cruiser Safe vs. Cruiser Ready
• Ammunition Transitions & Reloading
• Stoppages & Malfunctions
• Advanced Marksmanship, including shooting while moving & unusual positions
• Tactics & Movement
• Searching
• Weapon Transitions
• Proper use of a sling
• Gun Retention
• Legal Admonition
• Defensive Mindset
• Physical & Psychological Responses to a violent encounter
• Controlling a violent encounter
• Holding an attacker until Law Enforcement arrives
• Emotional Aftermath of a shooting
• Basic Gunshot Wound Management
• Insurance
You will need to bring: Shotgun, with sling if possible, 200 rounds of Bird shot such as 7.5 Dove loads, 20 rounds of Buckshot, 5 rounds of Slugs, Eye & Ear Protection, billed cap, lunch & water. Knee and elbow pads are optional. If you have not yet selected & purchased your shotgun, we can provide you with a shotgun to use during this training if you Contact us in advance.