TRIDENT CONCEPTS (JEFF GONZALES) ACTIVE SHOOTER READINESS, 16 HOURS

In this intensive two-day course, concealed carriers, first responders, security professionals, and responsible armed citizens develop the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to act decisively in an active shooter scenario. Training focuses on precision shooting, tactical movement and cover, extended-range handgun engagements, defensive positioning, coordination with law enforcement, and lifesaving medical response, all reinforced through live-fire exercises, realistic scenarios, and stress-based training.

Be ready when seconds count… Our 2-day Active Shooter Readiness (404) is an advanced, high-intensity firearms training course designed for concealed carriers, law enforcement, first responders, security professionals, and responsible armed citizens who may face a deadly force encounter during an active shooter event.

Designed for real-world violence, this course emphasizes active shooter readiness through surgical shooting, dynamic movement, long range hand-gunnning, cover use, and time-compressed decision-making. Students build the technical and mental skills needed to perform under extreme pressure and respond decisively, lawfully, and effectively to protect and preserve innocent lives.

Course Highlights • Draw and fire from concealment with precision under strict time constraints • Use cover and concealment effectively to minimize exposure and increase survivability • Engage while moving—advancing, retreating, and performing lateral movement drills • Make accurate long-range shots at 25–50+ yards, replicating real distances in schools, malls, or large public spaces • Establish defensive positions and maintain control of the scene until law enforcement arrives • Communicate safely and clearly with first responders under stress* • Render immediate lifesaving aid, including bleeding control and casualty management, when safe to do so*

• where time and location allow

Training Methods

Instruction combines live-fire exercises, scenario-based simulations, and stress-inoculation drills to enhance decision-making, accuracy, and composure. Each scenario reinforces judgment, accountability, and lawful use of deadly force.

Outcome

By course completion, students will have the situational awareness, tactical ability, and post-incident response skills necessary to act decisively and responsibly in an active shooter attack.

Required Gear

• Duty or carry pistol (minimum three magazines) • Duty or concealed-carry holster (safe, secure, and right for your firearm) • 1,000 rounds of primary pistol ammunition • Optional backup pistol with 100 rounds • Quality gun belt and mag pouches • Eye and ear protection (wrap-around ballistic lenses recommended) • First Aid Kit (IFAK) with tourniquet and bleeding control supplies • Cleaning kit & quality lubrication • Weather-appropriate clothing and footwear • Notebook, and writing materials • Water, snacks, sunscreen, and personal gear

Course Prerequisites

This is an advanced-level course. Students must show high level of safety, strong firearm handling and marksmanship fundamentals before attending. • Prior formal pistol training (intermediate or advanced level) with a recommended 1,000+ rounds of recent live-fire experience • Proven ability to safely draw from concealment and engage targets accurately under time pressure (students may elect to train from open carry) • Familiarity with cover usage, reloads, and malfunction clearance • Demonstrated ability to safely shoot, move, and communicate on a live-fire range while following complex instructions • Must have a valid concealed carry permit or equivalent law enforcement/military credentials Tactical Pistol 2 or similar. The below drills are suggested as minimum skill requirements to meet the prerequisites. All drills are shot using primary carry firearm from the holster. The recommended target is the TRICON TCT-MK4 available from Action Target or TRICON B8 target. • Pistol Standard Xray 2; at the 25 yard line, draw and fire 6 rounds, reload and go kneeling to fire 4 rounds in 15 seconds. Must be below par and score 70/100 or higher. • Pistol Standard Bravo; at the 10 yard line, draw and fire 10 rounds (9 reload 1) in 15 seconds. Must be below par and score 70/100 or higher. • Pistol Standard Romeo; at the 25 yard line, from the holster fire 10 round with a 20 second par time. Must be below par and score 70/100 or higher.