Who should attend: New or experienced woman shooters wishing to expand their skills related to the defensive application of the pistol.
Prerequisite: None
Course description: Our Lady Pistol class is a mirror of our Defensive Pistol I course with specific topics related to the female student. In addition to our drills/classes covering topics to make you a more proficient shooter, we will present information related to concealed carry options, selection of weapons and support equipment and how to select appropriate instructors and training. You won’t just be a good shot, you’ll be an informed consumer!
SUBJECT AREAS
Points of instruction include:
* Firearms safety
* Range safety
* Mindset/legal considerations in use of force
* Ballistics
* Selecting the right pistol and support equipment
* 5 steps of accurate shot placement
* Loading, unloading and manipulations
* 5 step presentations/draw stroke
* Target discrimination
* Reading targets
* Reloads
* Malfunctions
* Storage/maintenance
* Link up with police
* Medical brief
GEAR & AMMO REQUIREMENTS
Equipment list:
* Service grade pistol in 9mm, 40 or 45 cal. or revolver with minimum 4 in. barrel in 38 or 357 magnum caliber
* Belt holster, magazine pouch and belt (holster must be an outside the waist band model. Inside the waistband and SERPA holsters are not permitted in this class)
* 3 extra magazines if 10 round capacity or larger. 5 extra magazines if capacity is less than 10
* Eye and hearing protection
* Clothing appropriate for the climate
* Rain gear
* Sunscreen/lip balm
* Water bottle or hydration system
* Range bag to carry gear
* Off body carry system if desired (purse, shoulder bag, fanny pack etc)
* Medical kit – should include tourniquet, 2 rolls gauze, 1 roll Kling gauze, 1 pr bandage scissors all contained in a gallon size Ziplok bag
* 500 rounds of ammunition in the caliber appropriate for the student’s pistol