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This 3-hour Red Dot Sight (RDS) Pistol course is designed for shooters who have transitioned from pistol iron sights to red dot sights. This course requires that shooters have a firm grasp of the fundamentals of pistol marksmanship. The primary focus will be to teach safe handling and efficient operation of an RDS equipped handgun.
The classroom portion of the course will cover proper mounting techniques to include a talk-through demonstration. You will have the opportunity to properly mount and adjust your RDS if needed. The remaining time will be spent on the range learning techniques that will enable the shooter to employ the RDS efficiently and effectively. Students will learn correct techniques for drawing and presenting the firearm, as well as fundamental techniques for employing the handgun in defense of self or others.
Please fill out our safety waiver prior to arriving.
Prerequisites:
- Pistol 1 - Intro to Pistol (preferred)
- Pistol 2 - Strengthening Fundamentals (preferred)
Subjects Covered:
- Basic Firearms Safety
- RDS Terms and Theory
- RDS Moutning and Setup
- Pros and Cons of an RDS
- Range Orientation and Proficiency
- Slide mounted red dot pistol with 12 round or higher capacity
- Good belt holster of student's choice (No Serpas, Blackhawk, CQC holsters or any finger activated release holsters, no old leather holsters, no cross draw holsters, no Uncle Mikes holsters, no collapsible holsters)
- The ability to carry 3 mags (1 in gun, 2 in pouches)
- Handheld or mounted light
- 200 rounds minimum (no steel core or steel case) - ammunition is available for purchase prior to class
- Firearm lube (available for purchase)
- Eye and ear protection (available for rent or purchase)
- Proper clothing and footwear (pants and closed toe shoes)
- Pen/paper for notes
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn
- What if I do not know if my RDS is properly zeroed or I have not zeroed it yet?
- While it is recommended that your RDS is zeroed before class, there will be a limited time on the range to zero your optic as well as instruction on confirming your zero at different ranges. You can also come a few days before the course and zero your optic ahead of time by having an RSO assist you.
- While it is recommended that your RDS is zeroed before class, there will be a limited time on the range to zero your optic as well as instruction on confirming your zero at different ranges. You can also come a few days before the course and zero your optic ahead of time by having an RSO assist you.
- What if I have never shot with a red dot before?
- This course is designed to take you from beginner to becoming not just familiar with the RDS, but also proficient in its use.
- This course is designed to take you from beginner to becoming not just familiar with the RDS, but also proficient in its use.
- I do not have a red dot yet and I am not sure which one to get. Can I get one before the class?
- Yes, our retail or range team members can help you choose a proper RDS for your carry firearm and assist in mounting and zeroing it.