Handgun 1
Class Overview
Handgun I is a basic pistol class designed for those who have never handled a firearm before or those who have had experience, but not taken a formal handgun class. If you do not own a pistol, this is the class you would take. We can supply all equipment including a gun rental. All you need do is to sign up, bring along a belt and sunglasses and we will take care of the rest.
This class is also intended for those of you who have not had any formal firearms training even if you have been shooting for a number of years or for those who want a review of the “basics” no matter how much training you’ve had.
The principles of Defensive Handgun I are the basis upon which all our other Classes are built. This Class gives you a solid fundamental grounding and understanding of modern gunfighting and the use of the defensive pistol. If in doubt about which Class to start with, take this one before signing up for the next level. You will learn a great deal and improve your basic skill sets.
Before booking this class, please make sure to view our policy for Age Limits, as well as our other Training Policies, which will be strictly adhered to.
Subjects
- Setting up a “safe” room in your home for yourself and your family
- Discussion on the Use of Deadly Force with attendant videos
- Handgun Selection and set up
- Situational Awareness and what to avoid
- Combat Mindset
- Firearms Safety at home and at the range
- Basic tenets of shooting
- Presenting the pistol from the holster
- Proper loading and unloading
- Singles and pairs on paper
- Failure drills on paper
- Shooting from 50 yards on steel
- Reactive steel target engagement
- Man on man on steel reactive targets
- Shoot off on steel
Equipment
- Cleaned and oiled pistol at least 9mm in caliber*
- Two magazines
- Sturdy nylon or leather belt that fits through your pant’s belt loop
- Holster (magazine pouch is optional but recommended)
- Eye and ear protection
- 150 rounds of factory ammunition
*Rental firearms are available for every class we offer, but we do need to know ahead of time in order to have one ready for you. Please make sure to indicate your need to rent a firearm when you sign up for a class
PLEASE NOTE: For safety reasons, due to the undeniable and extensive evidence now publicly available, WE DISALLOW THE USE OF SIG P320 HANDGUNS in any of our classes, regardless of the generation, or if it has been sent back and “updated” by Sig. If a student’s only pistol is a Sig P320 we will provide a Glock 9mm for use during class.
Class Details
Class Tuition:
From: $450.00
Prerequisites:
You do not need any prior firearms experience to attend this class.
Before booking this class, please make sure to view our policy for Age Limits, as well as our other Training Policies which will be strictly adhered to.
Day & Times:
This is a 2-day class:
Sat 9:00 AM -1:00 PM (Online Zoom lecture)
Sun 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Live-fire at our range in Sylmar, CA)
***There is a scheduling exception the weekend of March 14-15, 2026 where the days will be flipped – Saturday 3/14 is the Range portion and Sunday 3/15 is the Zoom portion of class.***
Location:
Booking
LOOKS LIKE THIS CLASS IS EITHER FULL OR NOT CURRENTLY ON OUR SCHEDULE.
BUT WE CAN EMAIL YOU WHEN IT COMES BACK!
1) Select a student quantity
2) Choose a date
3) Enter number of rentals
4) Click “ADD BOOKING”
NOTE: Before booking this class, please make sure to view our policies for Age Limits, Refunds and Rescheduling, as well as our other Policies, which will be strictly adhered to.
No need to pay now for the rental! Simply indicate how many rentals are needed and pay for the rental on the day of your class.
All rentals come with ammo and all other associated equipment. We will have everything ready for you at your class.
