{"title":"Monthly Subscription Courses","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"defensive-pistol","title":"Defensive Pistol – Core Skills for Real-World Protection","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDefensive Pistol Training\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCarry With Confidence. Train With Purpose.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOwning a handgun for protection is one thing. Developing the skill to use it safely, efficiently, and responsibly is another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you carry because you want to protect yourself or the people you care about, basic familiarity with your handgun may not be enough. You need to know what you can actually do with it—and where your skills still need work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat does not require turning firearms into a lifestyle or chasing complicated tactics. It requires structured practice, professional coaching, and a realistic understanding of your current ability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuild the Skills Behind Responsible Carry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrace Armory Group’s \u003cstrong\u003eDefensive Pistol\u003c\/strong\u003e course is a five-hour, 300-round training workshop designed to bridge the gap between basic handgun skills and practical defensive performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe take skills you may already recognize from the range and put them into a structured defensive context. You will work on drawing efficiently, controlling the handgun, placing accountable shots, solving common problems, moving when appropriate, and processing what is happening around you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe goal is not simply to shoot faster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe goal is to become a more capable, measured, and accountable handgun owner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You’ll Work On\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the course, students will develop and evaluate:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA safe and efficient draw from the holster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst-shot accuracy and shot accountability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecoil control and follow-up shots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTarget transitions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReloads and malfunction response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMovement and defensive positioning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClose-, intermediate-, and extended-distance handgun skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecision-making while managing the firearm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeatable drills that can become part of future practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll engagements will be 12 yards and less\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery exercise has a purpose. You should understand not only \u003cstrong\u003ehow\u003c\/strong\u003e to perform a skill, but \u003cstrong\u003ewhy it matters\u003c\/strong\u003e and how to continue improving it after class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKnow What You Can Do\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDefensive training should give you more than a collection of drills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt should help you identify what you perform well, where your weaknesses are, and what you need to practice next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout Defensive Pistol, performance is developed through repetition, coaching, and measurable standards. Instead of assuming your skills are good enough, you begin building a clearer picture of what you can actually accomplish with the handgun you depend on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat creates confidence based on competence—not confidence based on ownership.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Class Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDefensive Pistol is designed for responsible handgun owners who already understand basic firearm safety and want to progress beyond casual range shooting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is particularly well suited for concealed carriers, newer permit holders, home defenders, and handgun owners who want a structured path for improving practical defensive skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou do not need an advanced background or previous Trace Armory Group workshop to attend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou do need to arrive prepared to learn, accept coaching, and take responsibility for your own performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Higher Standard of Training\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrace Armory Group approaches defensive firearms training as a progression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSafe gun handling comes first. From there, students build practical marksmanship, handgun control, decision-making, and increasingly demanding defensive skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no need for theatrics or unnecessary complexity. The focus is on skills that can be measured, practiced, and improved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur role as instructors is to coach you through that process, give you an honest assessment of your performance, and help you understand what comes next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplace Luck with Skill.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEquipment Needed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable handgun with a suitable holster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree magazines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagazine pouch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e300 rounds of ammunition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEye protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHearing protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComfortable clothing suitable for movement and outdoor range conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTraining Locations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEastwood Outfitters Range: 422 Pappy Rabb Rd, Ellerbe, NC 28338 \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/\/@35.1265556,-79.6393611,892m\/data=!3m1!1e3!4m6!1m5!3m4!2zMzXCsDA3JzM1LjYiTiA3OcKwMzgnMjEuNyJX!8m2!3d35.1265556!4d-79.6393611!5m1!1e3?entry=ttu\u0026amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDkxNi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D\" title=\"Google Maps Link\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGoogle Maps\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWoody's Rifle Club: 1\u003cspan\u003e80 Woodland Road \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew Hill, NC 27562 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps?saddr=180+Woodland+Road,+New+Hill,+NC+27562\" title=\"Google Maps\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoogle Maps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$40 range fee for non members the day of\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eContinue Building Your Skills\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDefensive Pistol is part of a larger training progression. Each workshop develops a different part of the armed citizen’s skill set, but you do not have to complete the courses in a particular order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf improving your ability to use a handgun responsibly is important to you, this is a practical place to continue that development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eConfidence Comes From Competence.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you choose to carry a handgun for protection, build the skills that responsibility deserves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBe Ready When It Matters.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Trace Armory Group","offers":[{"title":"17 Oct 2026 | Eastwood Outfitters | 8am - 1pm","offer_id":42712452694134,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 Jan 2027 | Woody's | 9am - 2pm","offer_id":42712452628598,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"19 March 2027 | Eastwood Outfitters | 9am - 2pm","offer_id":44225444118646,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 June 2027 | Woody's | 9am - 2pm","offer_id":44225444151414,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Nov 2027 | Eastwood Outfitters | 9am - 2pm","offer_id":44225444184182,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0567\/7763\/8006\/files\/SD_handgun.png?v=1762048857"},{"product_id":"self-defense-carbine","title":"Self Defense Carbine – Essential Rifle Skills for Protection","description":"\u003ch1\u003eSelf-Defense Carbine Training\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUnderstand Your Rifle. 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accuracy when standing comfortably is no longer the only option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReload and malfunction work helps basic rifle operation become more deliberate and repeatable instead of something you have to figure out when the rifle stops working as expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, those skills give you a clearer understanding of both the rifle and the person behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKnow What You Can Actually Do\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelf-Defense Carbine is designed to help you leave with more than five hours of range experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou should leave with a better understanding of your rifle, greater confidence in the skills you have developed, a more honest picture of your current limitations, and practical drills you can continue using after the class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe progression is straightforward:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafe handling → understanding → practical 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improvement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou do not need an advanced rifle background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou should have a safe, functional rifle and be willing to learn, accept coaching, and evaluate your performance honestly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to Bring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSighted-in SBR, carbine, braced pistol, or pistol-caliber carbine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree magazines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagazine pouch or practical method of carrying magazines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e300 rounds of ammunition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEye protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHearing protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClothing appropriate for movement and outdoor range conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuppressors are encouraged when available.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTraining 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Understand the rifle. Measure the shooter.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Course Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRural Riflecraft is designed for responsible rifle owners who already have basic rifle-handling skills and want to move beyond static-range training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is particularly well suited for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDefensive-minded rifle owners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents who spend time in rural or open environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShooters wanting greater confidence with their optic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents progressing from Fundamental AR-15 or Urban Riflecraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is not an absolute-beginner rifle course.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents should arrive comfortable safely loading, unloading, operating, and maintaining basic control of their rifle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCourse Format\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRural Riflecraft is a six-hour, hands-on rifle course with continuous coaching throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect positional shooting, distance work, movement, problem-solving, and practical application in terrain that requires you to think beyond a traditional firing line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRound Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300 rounds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTraining Location\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEastwood Outfitters Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e422 Pappy Rabb Rd\u003cbr\u003eEllerbe, NC 28338\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/\/@35.1265556,-79.6393611,892m\/data=!3m1!1e3!4m6!1m5!3m4!2zMzXCsDA3JzM1LjYiTiA3OcKwMzgnMjEuNyJX!8m2!3d35.1265556!4d-79.6393611!5m1!1e3?entry=ttu\u0026amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDkxNi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGoogle Maps\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRequired Equipment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSemi-automatic defensive rifle, carbine, or braced pistol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-point sling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum of three magazines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e300 rounds of ammunition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEye and ear protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNotebook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHydration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeather-appropriate clothing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuppressor, if you have one\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReplace Assumption With Measured Capability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRural Riflecraft is about understanding what changes when the rifle leaves the flat range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDistance matters. 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Your equipment matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut the most important question remains the same:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat can you actually do with the rifle you have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild the experience to answer that question with more than an assumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplace Luck with Skill.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBe Ready When It Matters.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Trace Armory Group","offers":[{"title":"19 Feb 2027 | 9am - 3pm | Derby NC","offer_id":42981471289462,"sku":null,"price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9 July 2027 | 9am - 3pm | Derby NC","offer_id":42981471322230,"sku":null,"price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0567\/7763\/8006\/files\/Riflecraft_1000_x_1000_px.png?v=1772197469"},{"product_id":"self-defense-shotgun-course","title":"Self-Defense Shotgun Course","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLearn to Run the Most Effective Close-Range Defensive Firearm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shotgun has earned its reputation as one of the most effective tools available for home defense and personal protection. Yet many shotgun owners have never received formal training beyond basic operation. Under stress, loading procedures, recoil management, ammunition selection, and malfunction clearing can quickly become performance-limiting factors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Self-Defense Shotgun Course from Trace Armory Group is designed to help responsible armed citizens develop practical defensive shotgun skills through structured live-fire training. 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although students should be familiar with basic firearm safety rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Will Learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents will receive instruction and coaching in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDefensive Shotgun Fundamentals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirearm safety and range procedures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDefensive shotgun setup and configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmmunition selection and performance considerations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatterning and understanding shotgun spread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOperating the Defensive Shotgun\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoading and unloading procedures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdministrative and emergency reloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady positions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecoil management techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTarget 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They are welcome but not required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTrain With the Gear You Actually Use\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNightfighter is designed for responsibly armed citizens—not equipment demonstrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents are encouraged to train with the firearm, holster, flashlight, and support gear they realistically use for concealed carry or home defense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull-duty belts, tactical load-bearing equipment, and military-style gear are discouraged unless they represent your normal occupational equipment as law enforcement, military, or armed security.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe goal is practical performance with equipment you are likely to use when it matters most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy Train With Trace Armory Group?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrace Armory Group has trained thousands of responsible firearm owners across North Carolina through structured, performance-based firearms instruction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur courses emphasize:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafe firearm handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePositive target identification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResponsible decision-making\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional coaching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObjective performance standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractical defensive skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProgressive skill development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery drill has a purpose. Every round fired has a learning objective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur mission is to help responsible armed citizens become more capable, more accountable, and more confident.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eNightfighter Training at Woody's Rifle Club\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocated in \u003cstrong\u003eNew Hill, NC\u003c\/strong\u003e, this course is convenient for students throughout the Triangle and surrounding communities, including Raleigh, Cary, Apex, Holly Springs, Fuquay-Varina, Morrisville, Durham, Chapel Hill, Pittsboro, Sanford, Southern Pines, Fayetteville, Aberdeen, Clayton, Wake Forest, and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're searching for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNightfighter training near Raleigh, NC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-light firearms training in North Carolina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeapon-mounted light training\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandheld flashlight firearms training\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-light handgun training\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-light carbine training\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDefensive shotgun training at night\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrace Armory Group's Nightfighter course provides structured instruction designed to prepare responsible firearm owners for the realities of operating in reduced-light environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a weapon-mounted light?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. A handheld flashlight is required for every student. A weapon-mounted light is recommended but not mandatory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use a suppressor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. Suppressors are encouraged if you own one, but they are not required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I switch between handgun and carbine during class?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Students select one firearm platform for the duration of the course so they can build consistency and proficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a beginner course?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Students must already possess safe firearm handling skills and show proof of previous recognized firearms training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTrain for the Conditions You Can't Control\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou don't get to choose the lighting conditions during a defensive encounter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraining after dark develops a different level of awareness, accountability, and confidence than daytime practice alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you carry a firearm to protect yourself or the people you care about, train for the conditions where responsible decision-making matters most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConfidence comes from competence. 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You may be 15, 25, 40, or even 50 yards away, with cover available, people moving through the area, and a background that must be evaluated before a shot is taken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn Defense of Others: Pistolcraft\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed around that problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course develops the handgun skills, positioning, and decision-making needed to work from greater distance while maintaining accountability for every shot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Problem Starts Before the First Shot\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe goal is not simply to shoot a handgun farther.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore firing, you need to solve several problems:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan you improve your position?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan you use cover or concealment?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan you clearly identify the threat?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is around and beyond the target?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIs an accountable shot actually available?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat level of accuracy can you produce from that distance?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe course teaches a deliberate process for answering those questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Training Process\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. 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