The Pistol and Rifle Gunslinger course is designed for students who have a strong base foundation of their rifle and pistol fundamentals. Students will be pushed on their speed, marksmanship, weapon manipulation, use of cover/concealment, and movement. Students will be given drills in order to continue their training outside of class.

Topics Covered

• Firearm safety rules
• Gear considerations
• Rifle & pistol fundamentals refresher
• Malfunctions
• Engagement speed based on target distance
• Weapon manipulation
• Weapon transitions
• Moving in and out of positions
• Shooting in and around cover/concealment
• Shooting multiple targets
• Shooting on the move
• Drills to focus on targeted training requirements

Equipment Required

• Reliable ar-15 style rifle
• Reliable handgun
• Rifle sling
• Outer waistband (OWB) or inner waistband (IWB) style holster
• 3 functional rifle magazines
• 3 functional handgun magazine
• Minimum 1 magazine pouch for rifle
• Minimum 2 magazine pouch for pistol
• Belt rig, chest rig, or plate carrier to support rifle and handgun magazine(s)
• Eye and ear protection
• 600 rounds of handgun ammunition
• 600 rounds of rifle ammunition
• Appropriate range clothing (we will train in the rain or sun)
• Handgun/rifle cleaning equipment