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ALL SKILL LEVELS WELCOMED!!! Each year we offer a series of free training classes to our Alumni Members. We try to offer classes that we don't typically teach throughout the year. Have a friend that is interested in training, even if they are not an alumni member feel free to bring them. Space is limited to 30 spots. Training: Instructors:…
Prerequisite: Concealed Carry Course (or instructor approval) This course delves into using a pistol in close-quarters, focusing on the critical aspect of clinch fighting. As encounters in tight spaces or with an assailant grabbing or holding onto you become more prevalent in real-world situations, understanding the nuances of utilizing a pistol in such contexts is paramount. The Front Clinch Series…
INVITE ONLY COURSE This course goes beyond the concepts and techniques taught in our Pistol Mastery Classes. WILL SMITH willsmith@kodiakrange.com
Prerequisites: Recommended Basic Pistol Class Note: This Course does not meet the requirements to obtain a Michigan CPL Too many gun training schools spend too much of their focus on one aspect of personal protection or try to teach you tactics that only apply to Law Enforcement or Military personnel. As average citizens, we need easy to learn self-defense and…
Course Overview Prerequisite: Functional Pistol Combatives (or instructor approval) Most civilian gun fights happen at “bad breath” distance - far closer than most people practice at the range. At this distance the gun can easily be grabbed or pushed away. We go into detail about how to utilize a compressed shooting position that incorporates multiple indexes to align our body…
Course Overview Our Basic Pistol course is designed to provide participants with a fundamental understanding of firearms safety, handling, and marksmanship skills. This comprehensive 2-Hour Basic Pistol Course, is specifically designed for first-time and new shooters. This course provides step-by-step instruction on pistol shooting fundamentals, along with essential safety and firearm law knowledge. With 1-hour of informative lecture and 1-hour…
Prerequisites: Shotgun Combatives Course Overview The shotgun, often described as a versatile firearm multitool, presents a wide array of self-defense possibilities when engaging with targets. In this course, students will delve into the functionalities of the shotgun, especially focusing on the two primary personal defense loads: the 00 Buck and Slug. Through hands-on training, and practical demonstrations, participants will practice rapidly…
Course Overview Prerequisite: Carbine Combatives (or instructor approval) While modern firearms, especially when well-maintained and paired with high-quality ammunition, seldom experience stoppages or "jams", it is essential to be prepared for any eventuality. Furthermore, although many of today's firearms boast capacities that exceed the ammunition typically expended in standard defensive situations, one should never rely solely on these advantages. Instead, training…
When: Sign Up Contact John Pemberton at john@mydefenstraining.com Course Overview Prerequisite: None "Make your home a hard target!" A series of lectures and practical applications designed to help you prepare your home and household for a variety of emergencies. Every month features a different specific focus, ranging from home invaders to riots/protests to weather emergencies. After the lecture, the students are…
INVITE ONLY COURSE This course goes beyond the concepts and techniques taught in our Pistol Mastery Classes. WILL SMITH willsmith@kodiakrange.com
Course Overview Prerequisites: Rifle familiarity (Basic Carbine class for completely new shooters) A 4-hour live-fire class that focuses on practical application of fighting rifles at short range. Combative Carbine focuses on simple, effective techniques that are applicable for a range of dynamic conflict resolutions. This class will give you the tools you need to get your gun in the fight…
Course Overview Prerequisite: Functional Pistol Combatives (or instructor approval) Static, stationary targets are easy to hit - so don’t be one! Mobility is key to any violent encounter but accuracy can be diminished if we are not moving effectively. Students will learn rapid movement and planting to engage a target. In addition, students will learn the Combat Glide to engage…
Course Overview Prerequisite: Functional Pistol Combatives (or instructor approval) In the rapidly evolving world of firearms, the Red Dot Sight (RDS) offers shooters is tailored to arm the attendees with the knowledge and skills necessary to harness the power of the MRDS effectively and confidently. Whether you're entirely new to red dot sights or looking to fine-tune your existing skills,…
Foundational Self-Defense Program Note: This Course does not meet the requirements to obtain a Michigan CPL Too many gun training schools spend too much of their focus on one aspect of personal protection or try to teach you tactics that only apply to Law Enforcement or Military personnel. As average citizens, we need easy to learn self-defense and defensive carry…
Course Overview Our Basic Pistol course is designed to provide participants with a fundamental understanding of firearms safety, handling, and marksmanship skills. This comprehensive 2-Hour Basic Pistol Course, is specifically designed for first-time and new shooters. This course provides step-by-step instruction on pistol shooting fundamentals, along with essential safety and firearm law knowledge. With 1-hour of informative lecture and 1-hour…
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