First Shot -- Pistol Deployment Basics

First Shot -- Pistol Deployment Basics

Pistol 1: First Shot — Pistol Deployment Basics Every accurate shot starts before the trigger breaks. In this fast-paced 4-hour course, you'll build your connection to the pistol from the ground up and walk away with the skills to put effective first shots on target — on demand. You'll learn, drill, and demonstrate the fundamentals that separate confident shooters from hesitant ones: a rock-solid stance, a grip that manages recoil, clean sight alignment, and a smooth, repeatable presentation from the holster. Every rep sharpens your ability to deploy your pistol safely, quickly, and effectively. This isn't a sit-and-listen class. You'll put in the reps, test your proficiency against a real performance standard, and leave with concrete drills to keep sharpening your edge long after the range goes cold. The mission: walk out safer, more confident, and more capable than you walked in. Pistol 1 Equipment Requirements · Pistol · 300 Rounds (Minimum) · 3 magazines minimum (more is better) · Ear protection · CLEAR eye protection (sunglasses allowed IN ADDITION — clear is mandatory) · Holster · Belt · Magazine pouches (x2 minimum) · Optic (if applicable) · Spare batteries for every electronic item (optics, ear pro, etc.) General Requirements for ALL Classes · Water · Sunscreen · Head covering (hat, boonie, etc.) · Sunglasses · Gloves · Long sleeves (recommended) · Long pants · Athletic/closed-toe shoes

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Scheduled course7:30 AM – 11:30 AM · Nov 14, 2026 – Nov 14, 20262 places left
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Pistol 1: First Shot — Pistol Deployment Basics

Every accurate shot starts before the trigger breaks. In this fast-paced 4-hour course, you'll build your connection to the pistol from the ground up and walk away with the skills to put effective first shots on target — on demand.

You'll learn, drill, and demonstrate the fundamentals that separate confident shooters from hesitant ones: a rock-solid stance, a grip that manages recoil, clean sight alignment, and a smooth, repeatable presentation from the holster. Every rep sharpens your ability to deploy your pistol safely, quickly, and effectively.

This isn't a sit-and-listen class. You'll put in the reps, test your proficiency against a real performance standard, and leave with concrete drills to keep sharpening your edge long after the range goes cold. The mission: walk out safer, more confident, and more capable than you walked in.

Pistol 1 Equipment Requirements

· Pistol

· 300 Rounds (Minimum)

· 3 magazines minimum (more is better)

· Ear protection

· CLEAR eye protection (sunglasses allowed IN ADDITION — clear is mandatory)

· Holster

· Belt

· Magazine pouches (x2 minimum)

· Optic (if applicable)

· Spare batteries for every electronic item (optics, ear pro, etc.)

General Requirements for ALL Classes

· Water

· Sunscreen

· Head covering (hat, boonie, etc.)

· Sunglasses

· Gloves

· Long sleeves (recommended)

· Long pants

· Athletic/closed-toe shoes

First Shot -- Pistol Deployment Basics

First Shot -- Pistol Deployment Basics

Nov 14, 2026 · 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM · Peoria · Preston Knowles
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