DEFENSIVE CLOSE RANGE SHOTGUN GUNFIGHTING

OUTLINE: The shotgun is the MOST effective and most underutilized close quarter self-defense tool available, ESPECIALLY FOR INSIDE YOUR HOME.

Whether pump action or semi auto, no other firearm has the versatility and potential power of the shotgun.

The course will provide the student with a thorough exposure to the use of the shotgun in the anti-personnel mode. Whether you are a private citizen, a police officer, or a soldier - if you rely on a shotgun for self-protection, this course is essential.

Sporting use of the shotgun will not be addressed.

Topics covered in this course include:

  • 1) Safe Shotgun Handling
  • 2) Fundamentals of both Pump and Semi-automatic Shotguns
  • 3) Ammunition Selection and Handling Ammunition Malfunctions
  • 4) Select Loading, Speed Reloading Techniques, One-handed
  •     Malfunction Clearing
  • 5) Combat Firing Techniques
  • 6) Shooting Moving Targets, Firing on the Move, Multiple Threats
  • 7) Identifying Threats and Firing in Reduced Light Conditions
  • 8) Transitioning to Handgun

The course is 3 hours and the cost is $300.

Requirements:

  • 12 Gauge Shotgun with a sling
  • Pistol with 2 magazines/speed loaders
  • Holster & magazine or speed loader pouch
  • Eye & ear protection
  • 50 rounds of low recoil 12 gauge 00 buckshot
  • 50 rounds of standard 12 gauge 00 buckshot
  • 50 rounds of handgun ammunition

**Note: All class formats subject to change. © Defensive Shooting Instructors, Inc 2008