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INTRO TO DEFENSIVE SHOOTING FUNDAMENTALS

Southern Charm Firearms Academy |

  • Includes Live Fire
    • Sat, Jun. 6, 2026

      9:00 AM to 11:00 AM

  • $125
  • Map Pin
    Hwy 2571
    Smithville, TX 78657
  • In-Class Time
    1 Hour(s)
  • Range Time
    1 Hour(s)
2DAYS
3HRS
29MINS
35SECS
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What You'll Learn

Build a foundation that includes proper grip, stance and kinesthetic alignment and how to efficiently and effectively fire three to five rounds to neutralize a threat.

Cancellation Policy: If a student is unable to attend their class, we will happily reschedule you for the next available class or another class of their choice.

What We'll Teach

Defensive Shooting Fundamentals - Level 1

Over 1 million students have taken the U.S. Concealed Carry Association’s course offerings across the nation. The Defensive Shooting Fundamentals class can be taken by anyone of any skill level. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced shooter, you will walk away from this course a better protector of yourself and your loved ones.

You will learn the concept of balancing speed and precision to begin the course, understanding your individual limits, the importance of accurate hits to target, and ability to quickly engage with a target.

Other drills may include:

  • How to present from the holster
  • How to perform an emergency reload
  • Lateral movement
  • And more

Purchasing a gun is part of the self-defense journey, but knowing how to safely and effectively use it is even more important. Education and training are critical methods to ensure students will be ready if they’re forced to use their firearms to defend themselves and their loved ones.

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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

  • Handgun
  • Ammunition
  • Extra Magazines
  • Magazine Pouch
  • Eye & Ear Protection
  • Holster
  • Range Bag
  • Speed Loader
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  • Water / Beverage
  • Pen & Notebook

What is Provided

  • Targets

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