Course Overview
The defensive shotgun (pump or semi-automatic) is an excellent firearm for home and real-world defensive situations. The defensive shotgun also requires a thorough understanding and appreciation of its capabilities. In this intensive course, students become familiar with proper shotgun safety, manipulation and live fire techniques. Instructors also provide a complete understanding of the limits of the shotgun’s range based on types of ammunition used, guiding students through malfunction clearing and a series of live fire drills.
This one-day world class course is taught by hand selected PNTC Instructors, Marines, SWAT and/or Law Enforcement officers.
Course Includes
Safety Review & Instruction
Shotgun & Gear Review
Fundamental Defensive Shotgun Operation Instruction
Loading / Reloading & Malfunctions
Live Fire Positional Shooting Skills & Drills
Target Transition Engagement Skills
Close Quarters Target Engagement Skills
Shotgun Requirements
Ammunition Requirements
- 75 Rounds of birdshot
- 15 Rounds of buck shot
- 10 Slugs
Additional Requirements:
Suitable range wear depending on the season
Hat, sunscreen, bug spray etc
Bring your lunch. PNTC has snacks and drinks for a small fee.
Course Cost:
- $200 PNTC Members
- $225 Non-Members
- $0 PNTC Training Members
PREREQUISITES
This school is basic and suitable for all SAFE and responsible shooters who are looking to take the next step in their performance. Also, the course is ideal for those shooters with a military, law enforcement or tactical shooting background OR competitive shooting background; You should be in adequate physical condition, and be able to stand, bend and move for several hours outdoors; You should also be able to fire from the prone position.
Accomodations:
Lodging can be booked at this link via Peacemaker’s Lodging Partners: peacemakernational.com/lodgingPartners(We have found that Hampton Inn tends to offer the best rates for our class)
By registering for this course student accepts all of the following;
Safety
PNTC Staff/Instructors reserve the right to the determination of the successful or unsuccessful completion of the course of the individual student based on, but not limited to, safety, attitude and/or overall skill development. PNTC also reserves the right to remove any student for any safety purposes, or highly unusual or disruptive behavior with or without refund based on PNTC's sole determination.