Handgun 1

HANDGUN 1

The Handgun 1 curriculum was developed to give the student, with a basic knowledge of the handgun, the proper handgun fundamentals. Starting with mindset, this class will focus on the fundamentals of accuracy, weapons manipulation and balance of speed and accuracy under stress.

SUBJECTS COVERED

• Safety Brief

• Proper gear selection and placement

• Accuracy fundamentals

• Balance of Speed and Accuracy

• Speed reloads / Tactical reloads

• Malfunctions

• Movement Drills

• Improvised shooting positions

EQUIPMENT LIST

Students provide their own ammo: 500 rds Handgun ammo minimum.

Required Hardware – A functional and practical handgun chambered in 9mm, .40 cal, or .45 ACP. If available, a spare weapon is also an excellent idea. A cleaning kit and tools that are compatible with your weapon system(s) is also a must. Each student should have a minimum of 3 working magazines. Single stack shooters should have 6 magazines.

• Clothing suited to strenuous activity as well as being seasonally appropriate

• Rain gear / cold weather gear (seasonal)

• Ear protection (electronic preferred) / Eye protection

• Baseball style hat (recommended)

• Proper belt to support equipment

• Pistol magazine pouches (Optional: Battle belt, or Chest rig)

• Tools that work on your weapon

• A holster and magazine pouch that will retain equipment when moving

• Weapons lubricant

• Water hydrating device

• Knee and elbow pads (optional)

• Gloves (optional)

• An open mind

• Snacks