TAC-1 is the perfect firearms and tactics trainer you've been searching for - taught by law enforcement experts to make you more proficient, safer, and to help improve your shooting to another level.
Pistol-1(a)
Pistol Shooting Fundamental
This 1 day/8 hr course is designed to introduce the basic combat/defensive shooting concept to those who are new to TAC-1. This class is formulated to get the students prepared for further regimented training in defensive shooting. The emphasis is on building the working knowledge of safe handling of the pistol and marksmanship fundamental utilizing the internal attentional focus modality. Participants will learn habitual chamber checks, safe loading and unloading, drawing and presenting from the holster, elements of marksmanship, assessing and scanning and a malfunction clearing.
Objective: The objective is to provide adequate knowledge to own and operate a handgun safely for personal protection.
PREREQUISITE: TAC-1 SAFE START or equivalent is highly recommended. You must know the legal requirements for deadly force, nomenclature of the pistol and an understanding of cycle of operation of the pistol. You must be able to safely handle your pistol to begin in our Defensive Handgun series.
CLASS FORMAT: This (8 hrs) one day training will be held on the live fire range. 0800 to 1630hrs
Brand New shooters! Rest assure...we have the right course for you to get you started on the right foot. Our Safe Start program is designed for all people to learn the basics of safety, law, handling and marksmanship in a nutshell.
200 rds Ammunition (Students must provide own ammo.)
Holster (cheap nylon holsters or holsters that does not fully protect the trigger or holster that releases the firearm with the trigger finger are not allowed)
Sturdy belt
Magazines (4 or more recommended)
Magazine pouch (holds to magazines)
Dummy Rounds (5 minimum)
Eye protection (Prefer clear with no color)
Ear protection (both outer and inner protections are recommended)
Cap or Hat (highly recommended)
Appropriate attire for weather & flying hot brass
Marking Pen (Sharpies)
Water and snacks (also available on-site for purchase)
Box lunch (30 min lunch break)
Gun bag/case to store and transport firearms
Folding Chair for your comfort*
Pre-academy pistol training
Designed to introduce the police academy candidates the fundamental of law enforcement firearms training and technique to prepare them to excel in the academy.
If you never had any firearms experience or taken any handgun safety course, try our Safe Start course.
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6700 Holser Canyon Road, Piru, CA 93040 Tel: ​(805) 398-0003 for directions only