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Defensive Firearms Training for Church Personnel
Audience:
Responsible and conscientious adults who serve as part of a church
or religious organizations security ministry or team. All participants
should be prepared to undergo
a nationwide background check as a requirement to participate
in this training.
NOTE: This class satisfies the training
requirement for those seeking to gain their legal endorsement
to carry a concealable firearm in the state of Missouri as well
as those states that recognize Missouri’s training standard.
For a complete list of those states that recognize Missouri’s
CCW training standard please visit http://ago.mo.gov/Concealed-Weapons/Concealed-Carry-Reciprocity-Missouri.htm
***Our training is approved by the Missouri Department
of Public Safety***
Synopsis:
This dynamic and life-changing course begins with classroom instruction
that covers legal & liability issues and safety with a firearm.
Additionally the classroom discussion includes “use of force”
discussion topics and principles that are applicable to those
personnel who serve churches and religious organizations in a
passive, armed security capability. The majority of our time is
spent in the training arena using a building block approach for
developing tactically correct motor skills with a pistol. This
training is appropriate for the person who is new to handling
a firearm as well as the individual who already has experience
and wants to take their skills and abilities to a new level. We
focus on principles, tactics and techniques that will set you
up for success in an armed encounter and we will teach you more
than how to survive, but how to prevail and WIN in armed encounter.
Summarized
this course will train each participant will be trained to successfully
demonstrate safe weapons handling and accurate competence with
a firearm in the following positions:
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Stationary
• Moving forward & backward
• Moving laterally left and right
• One handed and two handed
• Bi-lateral firing capability (shooting right & left
handed)
Topics Include:
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Safety at Home, on the Range, and While Carrying Concealed in
Public
• The Principles of Marksmanship
• Equipment Selection
• Legal and Justifiable Use of Force
• Winning Mindset and Stress Management
• Loading, Unloading, and Reloading
• Developing Natural Index Points
• Working with a Partner
• Verbal Challenges and Commands
• Proper Draw Stroke
• Single and Multiple Threat Engagement
• Shooting on the Move
• Horizontal and Vertical Displacements
• Immediate Action Drills
• Making Proper Decisions Under Duress
• CQB - Close Quarters Battle
• Prevailing in Low Light
Regarding
our Training Philosophy and Practices:
Our training staff is composed of professional and experienced
coaches and we are students ourselves.
We believe in treating everyone respectfully and as adult learners.
Our coaches participate in the learning process and we use a building
block approach to solidify skills before moving toward more advanced
concepts. We believe in the training principle of “Capability
breeds Humility!” In other words we believe that in achieving
a higher capability of skills through effective training the participant
has the ability to maintain a higher level of relative calm under
duress that real world situations present. Instead of operating
from a “fear based” approach the capable operator
can now operate from a position of confidence, thus quicker, better
decisions are made and motor skill deployment is improved significantly.
We do not believe in “check the box” training nor
do we believe in “lowest common denominator” training.
Individual assistance is always available.
Those who are not safe and conscientious with their firearms,
those who are not willing to be open-minded, receive new information
and try new concepts, and those who are not capable of keeping
their ego in check should not enroll in our trainings.
Prerequisites and Physical Requirements for Firearms Training:
- You
must understand the basics of how your firearm operates. This
includes being able to lock open and close the action as well
as load and unload the firearm safely. You should be able to
“field strip” your pistol according to your owner’s
manual for maintenance and cleaning. Bring your owner’s
manual with you.
- You
must be able to operate in a SAFE and CONTROLLED manner. Speed
is not an issue. Muzzle discipline (where the gun is pointed)
and awareness is paramount.
- You
must possess the physical strength and stamina to repetitively
function and fire your weapon during training drills. You must
be able to move forward, backward, and laterally under control
while holding your firearm in front of you and pointed at the
targets.
- You
must have personal self-discipline and be able to maintain mental,
physical, and emotional control at all times and not become
over-excited or lose your composure. You must be willing and
able to accept coaching and instruction and follow commands.
- You
must have a keen awareness and consideration for other participants
while handling firearms and conducting drills in close proximity
of one another.
Logistics:
Make sure you have the necessary equipment listed for training.
Backup firearms are recommended in case of failure or breakage.
We cannot guarantee that a “loaner” firearm will be
available. If you do not own a pistol or revolver, you may contact
us in advance and we may be able to make arrangements to provide
one for your training.
According to state law you are required to train with two handguns
if you wish to gain your CCW endorsement as part of this class.
You must fire both a revolver and a semiautomatic pistol. You
may train with one handgun as your “primary” and the
other as the “secondary.”
Holster:
You must use a secure and well-fitting holster that retains your
primary firearm near your dominant hip. “Secure” means
that your pistol must not come out of the holster accidentally.
Other types of holsters such as cross-draw, shoulder, ankle, belly-band,
purse or fanny pack models are not acceptable.
Ammunition:
Minimum 1,500 rounds factory ammunition for primary handgun
IMPORTANT NOTE: Ammunition is hard to obtain from most
suppliers. Make arrangements for gaining the ammunition you need
well in advance!
Gear:
- A
minimum of 3 magazines or speed loaders for your primary firearm
- Holster
or pouch for spare magazines or speed loaders
- Hearing
protection
- Wraparound
eye protection – prescription glasses are acceptable
- Ball
cap or cap with brim
- Jacket,
vest, or heavy shirt to conceal your pistol
- Hydration
source
- Clothing
and footwear suitable for all weather conditions
- Range
bag or duffel that allows you to bring all gear to the line
with you
- Cleaning
rods and brushes in the correct caliber for your pistols
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