shotgun

Tactical Shotgun Training

We offer a number of classes addressing the tactics and skills needed when handling specific weapons. Classes are available in Basic Defensive Pistol, Intermediate Pistol, Advanced Defensive Pistol, Tactical Shotgun, Basic Carbine, Advanced Carbine and General Rifle.

This course will teach you safety, interlimb interaction, five elements of shotgun technique, shotgun theory of zones, how shotgun patterns with different ammo at different ranges, methods of carry, loading and unloading, sling mount and dismount, marksmanship basics, zeroing trajectory and patterning, reloading drills, malfunction clearances, failure drills, ballistics discussion and cleaning and maintenance.

Requirements- Reliable shotgun - pump or semi-auto, 18-24" barrel prferred(rentals available with prearrangement), ammunition carrier (side saddle, bandoleer, Choate belt holster),ear and eye protection, 150 rounds birdshot, 25 rounds 00 buckshot, 25 rounds of slugs (low recoil is best).

Range Instruction

Learning the proper grip and stance

Proper sight picture and sight alignment

Trigger control

Malfunctions and clearance drills

How to safely load and reload

Testing your skills through the use of close range targets and scenarios