This is a non-NRA class offered to those students who want to learn and/or improve their handgun skills. The class is conducted at a shooting range and covers the following topics:
- how to draw safely from a stong side hip holster
- difference between Emergency and Retention reloads
- identifying and correcting handgun malfunctions
- practice the 6 fundamentals of pistol shooting
- center-of-mass chest and head shots
- understanding the concepts of Flashsite Picture and Trigger Reset
- approaching and shooting from around cover
To fully participate in the drills, SRFI recommends the student bring:
- the handgun you wish to shoot in the class (semi-auto or revolver), preferably the one you have chosen for concealed carry
- strong side hip holster that safely secures the handgun
- at least 2 magazines (semi-auto) or 2 speed loaders (revolver), the more the better
- wear a 1 1/4 inch wide sturdy belt that fits through pant belt loops
- hear muffs (electronic type recommended) and eye protection
- 200 rounds of factory ammunition
- ball cap to protect you from hot brass
- Cold weather? Dress warm and wear gloves that permit you to shoot the gun.