Reactive Shotgun Applications    

Course Fee $435.00

(Please refer to Course Schedule for available dates)
Reactive Shotgun Applications is a 2 day (18 hour course) designed to enhance the student's ability with the shotgun. The shooter will learn to operate their weapon while on the move and in unconventional positions. Proper mindset will be stressed. Reactive Shotgun Fundamentals or equivalent training is required.
This course will cover the following
  • Mindset
  • Gear selection and placement
  • Fundamentals refresher
  • Ammunition management
  • Manipulations while moving
  • Wounded shooter techniques
  • Multiple target engagement
  • Unconventional shooting positions
  • Use of cover and concealment
  • Shooting on the oblique
  • Explosive movement of the line of attack
This student will need the following
  • Carbine with sling and ammunition carrying system
  • 400 rounds of birdshot, 50 rounds of buckshot, and 50 rounds of slug (round counts can be adjusted as needed)
  • 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


Either a semi-automatic or pump shotgun is acceptable. 12 or 20 gauge, with a 20” barrel or shorter is recommended.