CITIZEN'S DEFENSIVE PISTOL - LVL1 & 2
- Sat, Aug. 22, 2026
8:30 AM to 1:00 PM
- Sat, Aug. 22, 2026
- $275
- Range Time4 Hour(s)
What You'll Learn
This is the foundation of the Defensive Pistol Program (DPP).
- The overall goal of DPP
- Understanding the Defensive Context
- Probability & Self Defense Data
- Home Defense Considerations
- Ammunition & Ballistics
- Concealed Carry Considerations
The Live fire portion of this class will cover
- Stance / Posture
- Grip
- Sights & Aiming
- Trigger Manipulation
- "Driving" the Gun
- Loading / Unloading
- Emergency & Tactical Reloading
- Recoil Mitigation
- Sighted & Unsighted Fire
- Presentation from concealment
- Post Engagement Procedures
- Reloads (emergency & tactical)
Cancellation Policy: Students are required to cancel at least 96 hours (4 days) in advance of the class date in order to receive a full refund(*). Cancellation requests received after the deadline will be rescheduled for a later date. * Courses that include E-learning access are NON REFUNDABLE ** Courses with a minimum attendance requirement: If the min is not met, registered students will be bumped to the next available date. -NO PAYMENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED ON THE DAY OF CLASS! -
What We'll Teach
Defensive Pistol Program
The Defensive Pistol Program (DPP) is a comprehensive, multi-level training curriculum designed to equip students with the necessary skills to effectively and responsibly defend themselves. With its unique focus on skill development, objective and performance-based training, and adaptability to individual skill levels, DPP differentiates itself amidst a competitive landscape of individual trainers, local shooting ranges, and national organizations current training offerings. Topics covered include fundamentals of defensive marksmanship, drawing from the holster, balance of speed and precision, defensive response, malfunctions and single-handed shooting, and orientation and movement.
Live, Self-Defense Lessons For Everyone
Parents, Teachers, Concerned Citizens, Business Professionals, Churchgoers, and anyone who wants to keep themselves and others safe
What to Bring
- Ammunition
- Brimmed Hat
- Close-toed Shoes
- Water / Beverage
- Holster
- Bug Spray
- Sunscreen
- Eye & Ear Protection
- Extra Magazines
- Magazine Pouch
- Pen & Notebook
What is Provided
- Water / Beverage
- Targets
Training Powered By:
We Educate. We Train. We Save Lives.
- Ongoing training to keep your family safe
- Next steps you can take in your training to ensure you are prepared
- Plus: Live Q&A with USCCA-Certified Instructors