Course Length: 5 hours

Course location: Phoenix, AZ – Ben Avery Shooting Facility

This course will expose you to the variety of topics related to safe and effective operation of your rifle, as it will be used in a self defense context.  We will discuss rifle anatomy, equipment, and gear.  The process of rifle zeroing will be explained and demonstrated, followed by a brief discussion on the laws connected to firearms use.  Afterward, we will take a deep dive into the marksmanship fundamentals.  You will learn to recognize and address stoppages, malfunctions, and breakages.  Finally, you will learn the importance and process of target transitions, followed by a review of all the skills learned in the course.

What you need to bring:

• Reliable semi-automatic magazine-fed rifle/carbine in working order

• 200 rounds of rifle ammunition

• Rifle sling

• Magazine pouches/carriers

• At least 3-4, 20-30 round magazines

• Eye protection, normal glasses are sufficient

• Ear protection

• Close-toed shoes

Additional recommendations:

Note taking supplies

Operating with battle belt, load bearing kit, plate carrier, etc. are all acceptable, but not necessary

Hat of some kind

Long sleeve shirt

Pants, not shorts

2 Gallons+ water

Lunch & snacks

Sunscreen

Electrolytes

Rain gear

Basic first aide supplies