The San Antonio Firearms Training Combat Pistol Block 1 is a one day (6 Hour) course that will consist of both classroom and live fire training. The weapon will be fired at distances from 3-50+ yards. This class is designed to familiarize the shooter with the modern combat Pistol, and to provide the student with a solid skill set to be built upon in continued training after the conclusion of the class.

Classroom Topics Covered:

• Weapon Safety
• Operation of the Semi-Auto Pistol
• Sight Alignment and Picture
• Grip and Stance
• Trigger Manipulation
• Visual Focus Continuum
• Drawing the Pistol
• Care and Maintenance of the Pistol, Magazines, and Carry Gear
• Malfunction Types, Causes, and Remedies
• Wearing of the Pistol
• Open Carry or Range/Combat Environment
• Concealed Carry
• Ballistics of the Combat Pistol to include:
• External
• Terminal
• Ammunition Selection

Live Fire Topics Covered:

• Operation and Weapons Manipulation of the Combat Pistol
• Proper Grip for Optimal Recoil Management
• Positive Trigger Manipulation and Reset
• Sighting Continuum
• Accuracy drills
• Time Pressure drills
• Shooting Positions
• Loading and Reloading of the Pistol
• Drawing the Pistol
• Open/Tactical Carry
• Drawing From Concealment
• Clearing Malfunctions
• Shooting from Cover
• Multiple Target Engagement
• Failure Drills and Alternate Target Engagement

This class is a fast paced class that will require shooting from multiple positions and a moderate amount of movement and physical exertion. Live fire will be conducted on both paper and steel targets.

Required Equipment:

• Semi-Automatic Pistol (can be rented from SAFT at the class) with the following:
• Reliable Sighting System
• Center-Fire (9mm, .40, .45, etc)
• High Quality Holster (1 minimum but consider bringing multiple)
• Tactical or Range Holster
• Concealed Carry Holster
• 3 Magazines (minimum)
• Magazine Carrier of some type (2 mags min)
• 200-300 rds of ammunition
• Eye and Ear Protection

Recommended Items:

• Sunscreen
• Hat
• Sunglasses
• Seasonably appropriate comfortable clothing
• Comfortable Shoes
• Consider a Long Sleeve Shirt and/or Pants for work in alternate positions
• Knee and/or Elbow Pads if desired
• Food, Drinks, or Snacks
• Any necessary medications
• Insect Repellant

Prerequisites:

None required