The 12-Week Defensive Pistol & Carbine Progression

Why train with us 

• Structured 12-week curriculum — each session builds on the last 

• Skills that transfer — accuracy, draw speed, reloads, malfunctions, movement, and decision-making 

• National benchmarks — finish with recognized standards (FBI qual, IDPA 5×5) 

• Safety first — professional range management, clear commands, coached reps 

• Data-driven — times, hits, and progress tracked every week 

Info: Week 1–2: Accuracy & trigger mastery (B8 bullseye, Dot Torture, walk-back confidence) 
Week 3–4: Speed from the holster, throttle control (Bill Drill, FAST, 10-10-10) 
Week 5: Reloads & malfunction clears under time 
Week 6–7: Transitions, shooting on the move, precision head shots 
Week 8–9: Defensive scenarios — cover/barricades, shoot/no-shoot judgment 
Week 10–11: Carbine fundamentals + rifle-to-pistol transitions 
Week 12: Capstone qualifications & proof of skill 

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