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Reactive Handgun Fundamentals

Course Fee $225.00

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(Please refer to Course Schedule for available dates)
Reactive Handgun Fundamentals is a comprehensive 9 hour course designed to expose the student to the fundamentals of fighting with a handgun. It is a beginning level course but the student will be expected to be proficient in the basic operation of their weapon and be able to demonstrate an understanding of basic firearms safety. This course meets and exceeds the requirements to obtain a Florida Concealed Weapons Permit.
This course will cover the following
  • Proper grip and stance
  • Trigger control and sight management
  • Standard and non-standard response
  • Multiple targets and tactical order of engagement
  • The five step presentation
  • Tactical and speed reloads
  • Level 1 and 2 malfunction clearance
  • Pivots and turns
  • Lateral movement
  • Forward and rearward movement
  • Situational awareness and conflict avoidance
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The student will need the following
  • Heavy duty handgun
  • 400 rounds of practice ammunition (round counts can be adjusted as needed)
  • Three magazines or speedloaders
  • Strong side holster, gun belt, and magazine / speedloader pouch
  • 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


Students should bring the weapon and holster that they actually use for self defense. A service size handgun in 9mm caliber or larger is recommended.