Pistol 1. Basics

Pistol 1: Defensive Handgun Fundamentals

Establish the foundation. Build the standard.

This 8-hour course is the gateway to confident, competent handgun handling. Whether you're new to shooting or ready to rebuild your fundamentals from the ground up, Pistol 1 delivers real-world defensive skills in a structured, professional environment. Expect a focused blend of dryfire theory and live-fire application designed to prepare you for advanced courses and everyday carry with purpose.

We won’t waste your time with gimmicks or theory-heavy lectures. You'll run your gear, test your mechanics, and leave with the tools to self-correct, train, and evolve.

Course includes:
4 hours of dryfire and classroom instruction
4 hours of live-fire practical drills
SIRT discount code (SANAMI10) and take-home reference materials

Standards & Requirements

This is a performance-based course. Students must demonstrate safe firearm handling, consistent application of fundamentals, and visible progression. Completion certifies readiness for Pistol 2 and further advanced training.

Gear Checklist

  • Reliable semi-auto pistol

  • Minimum 500 rounds of factory ammunition (no reloads)

  • Minimum 5 magazines

  • Magazine pouch(es)

  • Quality OWB/IWB holster (must fully cover trigger guard – no Serpas or nylon)

  • Eye & ear protection

  • Brimmed hat, closed-toe shoes, and belt-supportive pants

  • Hydration (required) and snacks strongly recommended

  • Sunblock

Policy

There are no refunds for this course.
Students may reschedule with 48 hours’ notice, up to two times within 6 months.
After that, a new course registration is required.

Train like your life depends on it—because one day, it might.
Sign up. Show up. Lock it in.

 

Pistol 1 is an 8-hour course (4 hours classroom + 4 hours live-fire) designed to establish practical, real-world handgun skills. This class covers safety, fundamental mechanics, and core shooting concepts, preparing students for further training.

Course Breakdown

✅ Classroom (4 Hours – Dryfire & Theory)

  • Firearm Safety & Handling – reinforcing best practices

  • Deliberate Load & Unload – safe and efficient loading/unloading procedures

  • Grip, Sights, & Trigger Fundamentals – building a stable and repeatable shooting platform

  • Draw Stroke Mechanics – establishing a consistent and efficient presentation

  • Dryfire Exercises – reinforcing core fundamentals before live-fire

✅ Range (4 Hours – Live Fire)

  • Applying Classroom Fundamentals in live-fire drills

  • Reactive & Predictive Shooting – balancing precision and speed

  • Shot Accountability & Accuracy – refining trigger control and sight picture

  • Walk-Off Drill – reinforcing final takeaways and skill retention

Course Structure

  • Can be split into two days (not necessarily consecutive) for scheduling flexibility

  • Students will complete both classroom and live-fire components for full certification

 

Why This Approach?

By integrating dryfire instruction before live-fire training, students develop stronger mechanics and efficiency, making range time more effective while reducing wasted reps and unnecessary ammo expenditure.

Who Should Take This Course?

  • New handgun shooters or those refining fundamentals

  • Shooters preparing for Pistol 2 and more advanced training

  • Anyone looking for a structured, professional approach to defensive pistol use

 

 

 

 

 

 


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