Home Defense
For most of us, home defense and the protection of our family is a primary reason why we chose to own and train with firearms. There is no more intrinsic human right than that of self-defense and the defense of our family. With that in mind, it is of paramount importance that we, as responsible gun owners, be as well trained and prepared as we can be. Home defense planning can seem like a huge and daunting task, but if we break it down into its smaller pieces it is very manageable. In this class we address the components of a solid home defense plan.
In this series of classes, we conduct training at our range and offer a second level of instruction where we come to your home and help you develop a plan to protect yourself and your family!
This program focuses on the conditions and situational characteristics related to encounters occurring around and inside structures/rooms. We start with a classroom discussion of the realities associated with room entry and then move onto the range for a shooter skills review/assessment before proceeding into “ground school” on moving thru doors and around corners, processing rooms, managing light, managing threats/unknowns, communication and movement speeds.
Each attendee will conduct a number of dry and live fire “shooting house” runs throughout the day. The program is handgun oriented. However, rifles are welcome and may be used if desired for many of the exercises.
Because this course implements moving and engaging targets, successful completion of our Handgun Fundamentals class, and preferably our Defensive Pistol or Defensive Rifle course, is a pre-requisite for attendance.
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
Centerfire handgun in a minimum defensive caliber (generally, 9mm or .38spl or larger, with some exceptions. HMT has a limited number of handguns available for rent by prior arrangement, at $35 per class with magazines, mag pouches, and holster. Please call to discuss.) This course can be modified for PCC’s, or other short-barreled firearms.
Ammunition as required per the course requested. 350 rounds minimum for Handgun I, and 450-500 rounds for Handgun II, and 450-500 rounds for Home Defense is the recommendation.
Spare magazines (2, at least)
Spare ammunition pouches, carrier, or magazine holster
Method of carrying your handgun (i.e.- suitable belt and belt holster, jacket, vest, etc. Concealment holsters are not allowed for live fire training.)
Ear protection – electronic muffs strongly recommended.
Eye protection
Clothing suitable for the weather (“There is no bad weather, just bad clothing!” -Pat Goodale).
Cap with a brim
Rugged shoes or boots
Lunch and drinks
Optional comfort items (rain gear, camera, sunscreen, knee/elbow pads, etc.)
Quality (SureFire-type) flashlight (if required by the course)
*Note: Defensive Handgun Courses may be taken individually on different dates, or as a two- or three-day course. Admission to Defensive Handgun I and II, or Home Defense require successful completion of the appropriate previous level of instruction, or an equivalent course taken elsewhere. Students must demonstrate the skills appropriate for the level of the course being taken.