The curriculum focuses on developing a "defensive mindset" and mastering practical techniques for real-world scenarios.

Key lessons include:

Concealed Carry Tactics: Principles of concealment, the difference between cover and concealment, and drawing/re-holstering from a holster.
Defensive Shooting Skills: Mastery of the "flash sight picture," shooting at varying distances, and moving off the "line of attack" while firing.
Immediate Action Drills: Techniques for reloading under stress and clearing common firearm stoppages or malfunctions.
Situational Awareness: Levels of mental awareness and strategies for avoiding life-threatening confrontations.
Legal & Ethical Use: The importance of using a pistol responsibly and understanding the psychological and physiological changes that occur during an attack.

Equipment Requirements:

A functional handgun: A quality semi-automatic or revolver in a minimum caliber of 9mm or .38 Special is recommended; "pocket pistols" are discouraged due to their small size.
Strong-side, OWB (outside-the-waistband) holster: The holster must securely retain the pistol, cover the trigger guard completely, and be rigid enough to remain open for safe one-handed reholstering. Note: SERPA-style holsters or soft/flimsy holsters are generally not permitted.
Sturdy gun belt: A quality belt (around 1.5" wide) designed to support the weight of the firearm and other gear is essential.
Minimum of 3 magazines or speed loaders: If using a low-capacity magazine, 4 or more are recommended.
Magazine pouch: A belt-mounted pouch to carry spare magazines is strongly recommended for efficiency during drills.
Ammunition: At least 200 to 300 rounds of new factory ammunition; no reloads or steel core ammo are allowed.
Eye and ear protection: Eye protection should be high-impact resistant, and electronic hearing protection is highly recommended to easily hear range commands.
Concealment garment: A jacket, vest, or loose-fitting shirt that can conceal your holster and firearm is necessary for practicing drawing from concealment.
Proper attire: Closed-toe shoes (no sandals or V-neck shirts), long pants, and a hat with a brim are required for safety and comfort on the range

Course Requirements: Participants must be 18 years of age or older and have completed a prerequisite course such as NRA Basic Pistol or NRA FIRST Steps Pistol or similiar. This is an intermediate to advanced course.

Recommended Optional Items:

Suncreen and bug spray: for the outdoor range environement.
Water and snacks/lunch: Hydration and energy is important. We will be taking a lunch break.
Pen and notepad: For taking notes during brief classroom sessions.

For questions, contact Richard Worthey, richard@rwdefense.com or 409.210.9333.

About the Range:

Golden Triangle Gun Club, Inc. is an outdoor shooting range with modern climate controlled, clean, restrooms. Classroom is climate controlled with coffee bar and refrigerator available for use during class. Vending machine is available onsite with water, soft drinks, and sports drinks along with some snacks.

Defensive Pistol I Course