Check in starts at 8:30am
Safety Briefing Starts at 9am
Address: 17936 Jericho Rd, Hinckley IL, 60520
*If you miss any portion of the safety briefing you will be rescheduled to a later date.
This should not be your first long gun course.
This course will give you a level of ability and comfort with your shotgun. You will be able to efficiently present your weapon from different positions and consistently make hits on your target at different distances.
You'll also be able to perform a wide range of defensive techniques, including malfunction clearances, reloads, escalation of force, handling multiple treats, and more. You'll understand the different types of shotgun ammunition and how to use each based on the situation.
Topics Covered:
Safe weapon handling skills
Manual of arms
Disassembly and maintenance
Presentation, Shouldering
Ready and Carry Positions
Understanding patterning/choke types
Reloads
Movement
Required Equipment:
Pump or Semi Auto Shotgun w/ iron sights or optic, and sling
250rds of Birdshot
25rds of slug
25rds box of preferred buck load for self defense
A way to carry ammunition and be able to access it with your free hand
Eye and ear protection
Brimmed Hat
Weather appropriate clothing (rain, sleet, or snow, we’re training)
Lunch, snacks, hydration. We will do a working lunch on the range
Suggested Equipment:
Knee pads
Belt with pouches
*A range fee of $25, separate from the registration cost, is required in cash the morning of your class. All other fees and target costs are included with registration cost. Please reach out if you have any questions.
We reserve the right to cancel or move your registration if it is determined you do not meet the proper prerequisites for the class.
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