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BDP - Basic Defensive Pistol

Course Overview and Requirements

This course is 4 hours in length and for individuals that are interested in learning the basic operation of a modern defensive pistol. 

 

Covered Topics...

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Firearms, Holster and other needed safety equipment selection

Handgun Disassembly and General Maintenance

Ammunition Selection for Training and Defense

Operation of the Semi Automatic Pistol and Revolver

Stance, Grip, Sighting, Trigger Control and Follow Through

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Required Equipment…

 

Handgun suitable for defensive use (loaner firearms are available for customers who haven't yet purchased a handgun)

Minimum 2 magazines or speed loaders (more is better)

100 rounds of factory training ammunition (if using a loaner firearm, student will need to provide 9mm ammunition)

Appropriate garments needed for training in the environment on the date of the class

Hearing protection (Foam type plugs or wrap around ear muffs/I suggest "Howard Leight Impact Sport Electronic Earmuffs)

Eye Protection (shatter resistant lens type safety or sun glasses)

Other training aids (sunscreen, water, hat, bandaids, etc)

$100 Course Fee payable by Cash, Check or Charge

$50 Deposit is required at booking with the balance due the day of the course

Shooting Targets
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