Course Overview: Shotgun 101 is an introductory course designed to teach the fundamental skills and techniques required for effective tactical shotgun use. This class covers the basics of shotgun handling, marksmanship, and tactical applications, making it ideal for new shotgun owners and civilians interested in enhancing their shotgun proficiency. Participants will gain a solid foundation in shotgun operations, ensuring they can confidently and safely handle shotguns in various scenarios.
Course Objectives:
- Understand the basics of shotgun mechanics and operation.
- Learn proper shotgun handling and safety protocols.
- Develop basic marksmanship and shooting accuracy.
- Gain proficiency in fundamental tactical techniques for shotgun use.
- Build confidence in handling shotguns in dynamic environments.
Key Topics:
- Introduction to Shotguns:
- Overview of different types of shotguns and their components
- Understanding shotgun gauges, ammunition types, and their uses
- Basic shotgun mechanics and operation
- Safety and Handling:
- Essential shotgun safety rules and protocols
- Proper loading, unloading, and clearing procedures
- Safe storage and transportation of shotguns
- Basic Marksmanship:
- Fundamentals of shotgun shooting: stance, grip, and sight alignment
- Aiming techniques and shooting from various positions
- Patterning and understanding shot spread
- Tactical Reloading and Malfunction Clearing:
- Techniques for efficient reloading under pressure
- Identifying and clearing common shotgun malfunctions
- Tactical reload vs. combat reload
- Home Defense Applications:
- Shotgun use in home defense scenarios
- Room clearing and close-quarters tactics
- Legal considerations and use-of-force principles
Prerequisites: No prior experience with shotguns is required. This course is suitable for beginners and those looking to refresh their basic shotgun skills.
Equipment:
- 50 rounds birdshot
- 10 rounds 00 buck shot
- 10 rounds slugs
- Quality mag-fed, pump, semi-auto, or lever action shotgun
- Belt, pouches, or bandolier
- Sling (optional)
- Camelback or ways to keep water/Gatorade to stay hydrated
Certification: Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a Shotgun 101 certification, demonstrating their basic proficiency in tactical shotgun operations.
Join us for Shotgun 101 and build a strong foundation in shotgun handling and tactical applications, enhancing your skills and confidence in using this versatile firearm effectively.
Important Information:
* Minimum of 2 students must be enrolled in each class. If minimum enrollment is not met or there are thunderstorms you will be notified and rescheduled, no refunds. We will gladly move your class to another date that works for everyone if something happens to come up and your unable to make the scheduled date.
