Susann Dreiling

We will start our day in a conference room at an area hotel and then move to the range after the classroom portion is completed. Bring or wear range appropriate clothing and closed-toe shoes.

At the end of the course, you will receive a 270 page color "coffee table" book that is easy to read, full of photos, diagrams and checklists to help you reinforce the knowledge you gain during the class. This quick reference guide will be timeless and handy for you to keep your skills and awareness up! This book is valued at $35 retail.

Your range fees will be paid by the instructor for ease of access/entry to the range facility. They are valued at just under $15 per person.

A .22 caliber firearm and ammunition will be provided for you. You will shoot two, 10-round magazines for a total of 20 rounds during this course. The price for using this gun and ammunition is included in your registration fee. If you would like to use your own firearm, please contact the instructor in advance. Your skills and experience would need to be assessed and the firearm and ammunition would need to be inspected. It is strongly suggested that you use the provided firearm to complete this course and schedule separate time with the instructor to work with your personally owned weapon.

No personal firearms or ammunition are allowed in the classroom. Training aides will be provided by the instructor.

Instructor will provide water and light snacks in the classroom environment. No full lunch will be provided. You may bring your own bagged lunch if you choose because once the classroom portion is completed, we will immediately migrate over to the range.

This class will be taught by multiple instructors, led by Susie Dreiling of CDS LLC (Bio below). It will introduce the concept of threat awareness and help students develop the mindset necessary for either avoiding or freeing themselves from situations in which they feel or become threatened. We will be demonstrating the ability of the body to act as a self-defense tool, and how to make use of the body’s own tools, as well as common everyday items, in the defense of self. This class is a great introduction into self-empowerment and personal safety.

Examples of Topics Covered:

Threat Awareness, Mindset, Balance, Redirection of Force, Position of Advantage, Body Mechanics, Breath control, Leverage, Stances, Vulnerable Areas, Personal Weapons, Improvised Devices, Pressure Point Distraction.

This content is derived from the material that was developed during Comprehensive Defensive Systems Instructor Susie Dreiling’s oversight of the FBI's Defensive Tactics, Physical Fitness and Less-Lethal Programs.

Student Equipment Needed: • Paper/Pens • Comfortable/unrestricted clothing • Soft soled, closed toed shoes

This class is open to individuals age 18 and over (ages 15-17 are allowed with parent signature of waiver). Class size limited to 20 students.

This presentation will define the term “Active Shooter” and discuss the unique characteristics that separate these types of events from traditional criminal actions. The discussion will explore the nexus between past events, lessons learned and current domestic and international environments. The copycat or contagion effect that influences these scenarios will be discussed, along with the potential for both insider and outsider threats that may result in an Active Shooter event. We will explore the vulnerabilities and challenges associated with Active Shooter and hostile threat scenarios that exist as targets such as Nuclear Power Plants, Churches, Schools, Malls, Businesses, Hospitals and Medical Groups as well as the influence that violent extremism has on individuals who may display warning signs that indicate a propensity for violence. The behavioral characteristics and common motives that define Active Shooters, and the importance of well-defined plans and contingency courses of action in a variety of scenarios will be explored.

During this 90 minute to two hour class (depending upon your experience) you will learn the basic, safe, disassembly of your firearm into its major components, known as “field stripping.” You will learn the proper inspection, cleaning, and maintenance of these parts, and the proper re-assembly and function check of the firearm. This skillset is critical to maintaining your firearm so that it is always ready and properly functioning when it is needed to protect yourself, your home, and your family.

The price of this course includes: a caliber-specific gun cleaning kit; a gun cleaning mat; patches and cotton swabs. These items constitute a "basic" gun cleaning kit, which can be replenished and/or increased over time, as necessary. The student will take these items with them at the conclusion of class. Multiple types of cleaning solvents and lubricants will be demonstrated and used during the class however, the student is responsible for obtaining their own personal selection of fluids for home use upon completing the course. Also provided will be latex or non-latex gloves. You are responsible for bringing clear eye protection to this class. This is mandatory.

Goal • The goal of this course is to inform and educate real estate agents on how to stay safe on the job.

Objectives • Recognize the unique aspects of your job that put you at risk of a violent encounter.

• Learn to avoid violent encounters by developing an acute awareness of your surroundings.

• Differentiate between “looking” and “seeing,” and understand how to detect threat indicators early.

• Recognize the physical and psychological effects that you might experience during a dynamic critical incident.

• Learn how to employ various defensive strategies to mitigate an unwanted encounter before it escalates.

• Recognize the defensive options — both armed and unarmed — you can use to help keep you safe.

• Describe how to treat various traumatic and medical emergencies.

• Understand the key features and benefits of USCCA Membership.

No live ammo or firearms in the classroom.

Awesome and easy to read books are available for purchase during the course at a discounted rate from online or in the store. The content of these books will reinforce the knowledge you gain during the class. Highly recommended.

Firearms and ammo for qualifying to complete the course are provided by instructor.

You may bring your own "eyes and ears" which are safety glasses and ear plugs or range headphones/ear muffs. Foam plugs will be available.

A detailed email will be sent to you after you register.

You can sign up and pay for the class here on this site or directly through West Coast Pawn & Gun at: https://www.westcoastpawn.com/classes-courses

Are you looking for a female instructor? You found her. Learn from the best, CDS's very own Susie D. This course will be personalized for 1 student who desires a smaller, more focused training environment, led by a woman. The course description, content and focus will be 100% at the request of the student. If the student is unsure of exactly what they want or need, the staff will assess your abilities and training needs to help you create a plan.