Level 103 - This is an advanced level concealed carry and defensive shooting course, developed and taught by Instructors with real world experience from under-cover/plain clothes Law Enforcement Officers to Executive/Diplomatic Protection Agents. It is a physically demanding and fast-paced course focusing on drawing from concealed carry positions for tactical deployment. This course will establish drills to increase the shooters speed in drawing to accurate shots, dynamic movement, use of cover and employ fundamentals of close quarters defensive shooting.
Course Prerequisite:
- Must be a US Citizen or Immigrant Green Card holder.
- Must be 21 years of age or older and legally able to possess a firearm.
- Must speak and understand fluent English.
- Must have taken Holster Fundamentals (level 101.5) and/or possess the equivalent skill set.
- Minimum knowledge/skills required:
- Strict adherence to firearm and range safety rules.
- Safe and efficient gun handling practices.
- How to load/unload and perform basic malfunction clearances.
- Ability to manage recoil.
- Safe holster-draw-to shot and re-holstering.
- Perform quick, controlled shots on target; fist-sized grouping, on demand, at 7 yards (5 of 8 shots).
- Be intimately familiar with your equipment.
- Be honest with yourself in regard to these skills. These skills are gained through dry practice at home and time spent on a live fire range.
What You Will Learn/ Topics Covered:
- Safe handgun practices in diminished lighting.
- Manipulations and malfunctions.
- Various flashlight options and how to use them effectively.
- Understanding the principles of low light use.
- Understanding strengths and weaknesses of a weapon mounted light, and handheld lights.
- Defense tactics using a handheld light.
- How to safely search and use movement in low light situations.
- Target to target transitions.
- Proper use of light to increase your survivability.
Equipment Requirements/ What to Bring to Class:
- Valid ID and/or Immigrant Green Card (if applicable).
- Quality zeroed semi-automatic pistol (with iron-sights/optic).
- Weapon-mounted light and/or hand-held flashlight (with extra batteries).
- Hard-molded strong-side hip holster (IWB or OWB) - SERPA, soft-sided &/or pocket holsters (or their equivalents) are strictly prohibited.
- Sturdy belt.
- Must wear pants with belt loops (no athleisure wear, sweats, etc.).
- 250+ rounds of brass-cased, copper-jacketed ammunition.
- 3 inert/dummy rounds
- 3+ magazines.
- Magazine carrier/pouch (to hold 2+ magazines).
- Eye and ear protection.
- Cleaning/repair kit and lubrication (recommended for general use/need).
Course Cost:
4 Hours - $240 per person
5% DISCOUNT ON ANY GEAR AND/OR ACCESSORIES REQUIRED TO TAKE THIS COURSE (excluding firearms and ammo)
Do yourself a favor and let our professional staff help ensure you get the right gear the first time. As a side note, while WCA does carry a wide range of items, there are occasions when items are out of stock, or that will need to be brought in as a special order - come in ASAP to ensure you are ready to go on the day of class. Bring in your class confirmation to receive the discount.