Red Dot Reactive Handgun

Course Fee $225.00

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(Please refer to Course Schedule for available dates)

Red Dot Reactive Handgun is a 9 hour course focused on the rapid and accurate use of the red dot equipped pistol or revolver. It is a foundational 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 will cover the following

• Benefits and weaknesses of the red dot
• Marksmanship and zero considerations
• Target focus vs sight focus
• Dot acquisition at speed
• Red dot use at distance
• Presentation from the holster
• Inclement weather and occluded window techniques
• Pivots, turns, and movement
• Maintenance issues
• Situational awareness and conflict avoidance

The student will need the following

• Heavy duty red dot equipped handgun (ATEi loaner guns available)
• 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.