Level 2 Defensive Handgun Class

Description

Level 2 Defensive Handgun Class builds on the fundamentals of shooting presented in Level 1. Class includes drawing from a holster, shooting one-handed, shooting off-handed and shooting from a kneeling position. Students must have completed a basic handgun class.

Topics Covered

• Universal safety rules (review)
• Fundamentals of shooting: grip, stance, sights, trigger control, etc. (review)
• Dry practice magazine loading and dry-fire practice (review)
• Drawing from the holster
• Two-handed shooting drills/double tap
• Balancing speed and accuracy for the human target
• One-handed shooting 
• Emergency (slide lock) reloading
• Multiple threat engagement
• Shooting from kneeling/reloading from kneeling
• Retention shooting and CQB
• Level 1 jam clearing
• Using a firearm for self-defense
• Use of Force discussion including Castle Doctrine and Stand Your Ground 
• Storage and children/gun safes
• Concealed-carry issues such as permits and holsters

Expectations and Outcomes

After this course, you should be more comfortable and confident with your handgun. You will have shot in a variety of situations drawing from a holster and will have a better understanding of your personal skill level and concealed-carry concepts and practical use.

Types

Intermediate, Concealed Carry Training, USCCA Courses

Documentation Requirements

• 21 years of age or older with photo identification
• Completion of Double Tap Range and Training range waiver.
• Persons ineligible to possess a firearm are prohibited from this class.

Requirements

• Successful completion of the Level 1 Basic Pistol Class or NRA First Steps is a prerequisite.
• Students should bring a modern working firearm, 2 magazines, 100 rounds of factory new ammunition, and a waist holster (belt or appendix.) Double Tap Range handguns are available to rent.
• a 20-round magazine or multiple magazines that equal 20 rounds.  
• Eye and ear protection is required.
• Please wear range-appropriate clothing/footwear.