Course Description:
The Basic Pistol (101) is a 2-day beginner pistol course that will introduce the fundamentals of using a pistol in high-risk situations. In this beginner pistol course you will learn the fundamental skills of shooting pistol with direct coaching and repetition to build correct technique. You will begin to develop correct shooting habits and improve your marksmanship at the same time. Graded evolutions will give you instant feedback on skills, ability and opportunities to improve.
Gear List:
- Defensive Pistol (9mm recommended)
- 1,000 rounds of factory pistol ammunition
- 3 pistol magazines minimum
- Range attire: long pants, comfortable shirt, athletic shoes and ball cap
- Basic loadout: rigid belt, on the waistband (OWB) holster and magazine pouches
- Wrap around ballistic eye protection
- Hearing protection
- Water, snacks, sunscreen and appropriate inclement weather clothing
- Firearms cleaning kit and quality lubrication
- Notebook and pencil
- Open mind
Course Prerequisites:
The below drills are suggested as minimum skill requirements to meet the prerequisites for this course. All drills are shot using primary carry pistol from the holster (unless otherwise specified) in an open carry condition. The recommended target is the TRICON TCT-MK4 available from Action Target or TRICON B8 target.
- TRICON “Kilo” Drill: at the 10 yard line aimed in on the target fire 1 round. Then from the ready, fire 4 rounds. Then from the ready, fire 3 rounds one handed. From the holster, draw and fire 2 rounds. Par time for each stage is 5 seconds and must score 80/100 or higher.
- TRICON “Delta 2”: at the 10 yard line from the ready position fire 1 round in 3.5 seconds. Repeat for 10 repetitions total. Must be below par and score 80/100 or higher.
- TRICON “Foxtrot 2”: at the 5 yard from the ready position fire 2 rounds in 5 seconds. Repeat at the 10, 15, 20 & 25 yard line. Must be below par at each stage and score 80/100 or higher.
- Know and understand the firearm safety rules
- Know and understand how to operate your pistol, loading, unloading and malfunction clearances
- Know and understand basic marksmanship techniques
Registration fee does not include any associated range fees.
Chris James –
I can’t think of a better instructor and curriculum to start with! Jeff’s approach to marksmanship basics will turn a casual or new shooter into a marksman in a day or two. Jeff breaks down all of the components of pistol fundamentals in a safe and fun way. What you leave with is a score on your performance, a list of things to work on and a HUGE amount of self-confidence with your firearm. If you are like me, you still have a lot to work on after taking this class before you work out the kinks but the important thing is you leave this class KNOWING what you need to work on and Jeff’s next-level courses allow you to progress down a predictable, measurable path to gain more skills and confidence. I cannot recommend Trident Concepts enough to everyone I shoot with. Get signed up for a class TODAY (they fill up quick) and if you can afford it, get a private lesson before or after your next class, too!