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Defensive Carbine Course

Course Fee: $150.00
Defensive Carbine is a ten hour course that focuses on fighting with the 5.56mm carbine. This intensive class will introduce the student to close quarters combat and longer range engagements. This is not a beginner’s class and the student will be expected to be proficient in the basic operations of their weapons.

This course will cover the following

  • Proper stance
  • The standard response
  • Multiple targets and tactical order of engagement
  • Sling and carry considerations
  • Tactical and speed reloads
  • Transitions to sidearm
  • Malfunction clearance
  • Pivots and turns
  • Lateral, forward, and rearward movement
  • Situational awareness and conflict avoidance

The student will need the following

  • Carbine with sling and ammunition carrying system
  • 500 rounds of practice ammunition minimum
  • Heavy Duty Handgun, 100 rounds of ammunition
  • Two magazines or speedloaders (minimum)
  • Strong side holster and magazine / speedloader pouch for handgun
  • Hearing and wrap around eye protection
  • Hat, sunscreen, and full coverage shirts and shoes (no tank tops, low cut shirts, sandals or flip flops)
  • Knee and elbow pads are optional
  • Rain gear for inclement weather

This course is designed around the 5.56mm AR-15/ M4 type carbine. However, any functional, safe carbine will be acceptable.

Contact Us

Info@DefensiveTrainingGroup.com

Defensive Training Group, Inc.
9200 NW 39th Ave Suite 130
Box 147
Gainesville, FL 32606
www.DefensiveTrainingGroup.com