A shotgun for home defense can be an awesome tool. Knowing how to use it effectively is important! The shotgun is one of the best 'multiple/variable projectile' systems there are.

The Home Defense Shotgun course will teach you the proper way to handle, load, and operate your shotgun in a defensive setting, and will also teach you how to run your shotgun in various positions and situations you may find in your home.

Prerequisites:

You must have a working knowledge of firearm safety and how your shotgun operates. This is not a basic level class. If you have never fired a shotgun or are unfamiliar with one, we suggest the NRA Basic Shotgun class OR our Intro To Shotgun course prior to attending this class.

We will not be teaching you the basics on how to shoot your shotgun, we will be teaching you how to USE it to prevail in an encounter!

Subjects Covered:

Equipment selection and accessories

How different types of ammunition work in the shotgun

How differing types of ammunition affect your target

The difference between administrative skills and combat shooting skills

Malfunction and stoppage clearing

Staging and securing of shotguns in the home

Combat/Tactical loading of your shotgun.

Use of cover vs concealment

Home defense planning and tactics

Target 'hardening' of your home

Family response planning

Laws and regulations for justification of defense

Use of force laws

Skill training and individual feedback for improvement

Live fire training and drills.

Required Equipment:

A working and reliable pump or semi auto shotgun (Slings are optional)
Eye and Ear protection
Range and weather appropriate clothing and footwear
250 rounds of Bird shot (minimum)
15 rounds of 00 Buckshot (minimum)
15 rounds of ‘slug’ (minimum)
A ‘dump pouch’ or somewhere to keep loose ammo
Lunch, water, and snacks.