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SAFTEA Defensive Carbine 1

The goal of the Second Amendment Foundation Training Division's “Defensive Carbine 1” course is to provide the student with a solid foundation in basic knowledge of carbine safety, various types of carbines, an understanding of ammunition and how it functions, shooting fundamentals and an introduction to defensive shooting skills.

A person new to the use of a firearm for personal defense typically has a broad range of questions and is faced with learning a number of skills that are critical in the use of a firearm – in this case a Carbine – to defend themselves, their family or someone in their charge. Defensive Carbine 1 is specifically designed to provide a person new to carbines the opportunity to gain that knowledge and learn those skills.

A number of topics will be covered in “Defensive Carbine 1 - Introduction to the Defensive Use of a Carbine. These include but are not limited to:

•     Safe handling of your firearm.
•     Safe Storage of your firearm and ammunition.
•     Basic components of a Carbine
•     Types and Operation of various Carbines.
•     Working With A Natural Defensive Stance
•     Integrating The Color Code Into Your Life
•     Finding Your Balance of Speed and Precision
•     Clearing Common Stoppages
•     Progressive Shooting Drills & Transitions
•     Definition of Cover and Concealment
•     Use of Cover
•     Shooting From Low and High Barricades
•     Selecting a Carbine and Ammunition
•     Cleaning and Maintain your Carbines

Required Equipment

•     A modern, serviceable, semi-auto carbine with 2 magazines and magazine carrier.
•     Rifle slings are required.
•     Semi-auto Pistol or Revolver with at least 2 magazines
•     Ear and Eye protection (electronic muffs preferred).
•     Sturdy Shoes, Long Pants, Shirt With Higher Collar
•     Ammunition: Factory fresh ammo only. NO RELOADS or specialty ammo. 100 rounds hand gun, 200 rounds rifle.
•     Comfortable clothing, knee-pads (optional but recommended).
•     Hydration system or Bottled water.
•     Baseball Cap

Course length is a full day, typically 8-10 hours including lunch break. There are short breaks throughout both the classroom session and shooting range drills.

Next Class:

Saturday November 13th, 2021 - 8AM - 5PM
Cost: $175 per student