Course Information
The Defensive Shotgun course is approximately 2-3 hours of ALL range instruction. We cover the pattern of different shotgun cartridges, defensive shooting techniques, one handed drills, and finish up with shooting from the ground. This course Introduces the power and versatility of the contemporary shotgun in a practical, safe and fun course.
COST:
$125.00/person
PREREQUISITES:
None
NOTES:
Must be lawfully allowed to train with firearms.
What this course covers
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- Firearms Safety and Safe Gun Handling
- Intro to Pump Action and Semi-automatic Shotgun
- Intro to different shotgun ammunition
- Features, Functions and Components
- Various Loading Techniques
- Marksmanship Fundamentals / from the ground up
- Employing the Shotgun / various distances
- Employing the Shotgun / various loads
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Required Gear:
Appropriate 12 Gauge or 20 Gauge Pump or Semi-automatic Shotgun (slings are optional but highly encouraged)
Eye and Ear Protection
Sturdy footwear (NO open-toed shoes or sandals)
Minimum of 75 rounds of ‘bird’ shot (#6,#7,#8 etc…), 5 rounds 00 Buck, 5 rounds Slug
Recommended Gear:
Sling
Cap with brim
Sunscreen
Appropriate attire for Arizona weather on private outdoor range
Water and snacks/bag lunch for full training day
Rental Guns and Gear available upon coordinated request.
Our Instructors
A US Army 82nd Airborne Reconnaissance Infantryman, and Operation Iraqi Freedom veteran (2008-2009), I also spend as much time as possible outside hunting and fishing. Having countless hours training with multiple weapon platforms from crew served weapons to pistols, and having trained military, law enforcement, and civilians. We are constantly updating our training curriculum, making Diamondback an ideal training environment for individuals from every walk of life.
-NRA Certifications: Refuse to be A Victim Instructor, Range Safety Officer, Pistol Instructor, Rifle Instructor, Shotgun Instructor, Inside and Outside the Home Personal Protection Instructor
-Arizona Department of Public Safety, Unarmed and Armed Security Guard Instructor
-California POST Instructor
-Sabre Red OC Spray Instructor
-ASP Baton, Handcuffing, and Flashlight Tactics Instructor
-CPR Certified
