Applied Pistol Application

Name: Applied Pistol Application
Start: 2025-11-09T09:00:00-06:00
Location: CrossRoads Shooting Sports

Schedule

Sun, 09 Nov, 2025 at 09:00 am

UTC-06:00

Location

CrossRoads Shooting Sports | Johnston, IA

Applied Pistol Application
Enhancing Skills Through Practical and Purposeful Handgun Training
The use of handguns for personal defense has become increasingly prevalent in modern society. With this rise comes the need for effective, practical, and safe handgun training. Applied pistol application refers to the integration of practical exercises, real-life scenarios, and advanced techniques into handgun training to better prepare individuals for the circumstances they may encounter in the field.
Key Components of Applied Pistol Applications
1. Marksmanship Fundamentals
2. Drawing and Presentation
3. Reloading Techniques
4. Malfunction Clearing
5. Movement and Cover
6. Target Transitions and Multiple Threats
Note: Students should have a basic understanding of firearms safety and safe handling prior to attending this course. This is not a beginner type lesson. If you are brand new to shooting, please check out the Handgun Fundamentals Class or contact us for Private Lessons!
Benefits of Applied Pistol Application
Applied pistol application provides significant advantages over traditional, static range training:
Improved Real-World Readiness: Training aligns more closely with actual conditions, preparing shooters for unpredictable encounters.
Increased Confidence: Students become more confident in their abilities to handle a firearm safely and effectively.
Better Retention: Engaging, dynamic exercises reinforce learning and muscle memory for long-term skill retention.
Student Requirements:
Quality Handgun with 3 magazines or speedloaders for revolvers
400 rounds of practice ammunition
Eye and Ear protection – Electronic is preferred
Quality Holster and Magazine Pouch – Pockets are ok but a mag pouch is preferred
Notebook, Pen, Black Sharpie
Registration Policy and Terms:
Due to the unknown nature of scheduling, along with maintaining a minimum student count, a 50% refund will be given if you cancel your registration for any reason prior the event start date. If Valiant Training Solutions cancels the event, a FULL refund will be given.
You may transfer your registration to another student but please email [email protected] with the new registrant’s name and email and the order number attached.
Thank you and see you on the range!
Cost: $225.00
REMINDER: Range Fees may be extra and can range from $10 to $25 depending on the range location and host. Be prepared to pay these fees on the first day of class.