Pistol Optic Principles

The Complete Combatant (Brian's Classes) - Brian Hill
Instructor: Brian Hill

The way we aim our firearm is an area that sees constant improvement. Over a decade ago rifle optics went through significant changes with the introduction of "red dot" sights. These mounted optic sights offered a tremendous advantage in speed, accuracy, and application. Unfortunately, back then, optics for pistols were not as easy to set up or robust enough for every day use.

Times have changed and now most companies offer pistols ready to accept pistol optic sights straight from the factory. We now have a wide selection of sights that are ready for every day carry.

This class will focus on the draw to first-round hits from concealment unless you have an open rig. We will work on proximal extension relative to the attacker, using the red dot to the most significant advantage at different distances, multiple hand positions that the armed citizen encounters during a fight, and stacking complex cognitive tasks under pressure. Biomechanics of movement and the neuroscience of the decisional process and training methodologies will be explored. If you shoot competitively or carry a pistol for personal protection you will benefit from this class.

Pistol optic sights offer a number of advantages for the pistol shooter.

• The most important is "target focus" which allows the shooter to clearly see the target with a red dot superimposed on it.
• Secondly, the red dot is simpler to understand. With the red dot you are only "placing a dot" on the target. With iron sights you have three planes of focus which is obviously not as simple when compared.
• Next, you have the ease when dealing with certain vision issues during shooting and it is found to be easier when dealing with difficult positions.
• Last, is the ability to "track" in recoil and transitions. That bright red paintbrush of the red dot optic is hard to miss.

All of these factors are significant advantages for the shooter but IT WILL require an understanding of the red dot sighting system.

Fee: $469.00

Date: Saturday - 3/1/2025
End Date: Sunday - 3/2/2025
Time: 9am-6pm
Duration: 16 hours

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Red Dot Pistol: Fundamentals and Performance 2-Day Course

SCOTT "JEDI" JEDLINSKI

Throughout the training, we will cover a wide range of important subjects, including zeroing your red dot, draw techniques, utilizing the necessary information for accurate shots, and optimizing red dot usage at different distances. You will learn the art of speed and efficiency in draw and presentation, explore dot tracking methods, and discover different modes of practice to enhance your skills.

We will also delve into target transitions and shooting on the move. As part of the class, you will have the opportunity to put your skills to the test and potentially earn the Black Belt Patch.

To ensure a productive learning environment, please come prepared with the necessary equipment, including a slide mounted red dot pistol, the ability to carry three magazines, a good-quality holster (excluding Serpas and old leather holsters), 700 rounds of reliable ammunition, eye and ear protection, a Sharpie marker, and, most importantly, an open mind ready to absorb valuable knowledge.

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The purpose of this one-day instructor development class is to share knowledge gained through over 30 years of training shooters at every level, specifically women. The primary goal of the class is to provide realities, concepts, and approaches that will assist instructors in enhancing their female shooter’s performance. It is designed and delivered by experienced female firearms instructors whose intentions are to broaden the knowledge base of how a female's physiology plays a role in the shooting process, ergonomic aides/technologies currently available to assist the smaller statured shooter, communication styles, culture, age, and social issues that can impact the female shooter. Instructors will evaluate creative and effective ways of using peer coaching, introducing competition into their training as well as proven concentration techniques to improve marksmanship and gun handling. This is an open format class with 360 degrees of information sharing. This is a very honest and realistic approach to enhancing the female's shooting performance.

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This is a customized half-day training event designed by women, for women. Participants will assist in building their own learning experience as a part of the instructional design strategy. Each participant will receive a two-question survey to complete prior to the event. This is to ensure that everyone’s training needs are met as much as possible. The question is…who are the Warrior Women in your world?

**WARRIOR t-shirt is included in workshop price

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The 2025 Boondocks FTA™ PowWow will be held April 4th - 6th, 2025.

The PowWow is a regional training event, hosted by Boondocks Firearm Training Academy (FTA) and provides an opportunity for LADIES across the country to be exposed to manufacturers and industry representatives who offer demonstrations of products, services, and training.

A welcome reception will be held on Friday evening at Eagle Ridge Conference Center which will include a guest speaker and heavy horderves.

Saturday's events will include 4 different training session from some of the most experienced instructors in the country. Ladies will spend 1 and half hours on each the topics and rotate stations through out the day.  Participants will also have time to peruse vendors row, which will include products and services from various providers.  The weekend will conclude with a farewell address followed by door prizes donated by our event sponsors and firearm giveaways for a few lucky ladies.

All Firearms, Ammunition and Training Items necessary for the event will be provided for you.  Heavy horderves on Friday Night, Lunch & Dinner on Saturday Night and Brunch on Sunday are all included in the price of the event.

2025 PowWow Agenda

• Friday April 4th - Registration & Welcome Reception 6:00 - 9:00 PM.  Heavy horderves provided
• Saturday April 5th - Training Day
  • Training Session 1 - 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Training Session 2 - 10:15 AM - 11:45 AM
  • Lunch: Noon to 1:30 PM
  • Training Session 3 - 1:45 PM - 3:15 PM
  • Training Session 4 - 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Dinner provided and DJ & Karaoke  - 6:30 PM - Until
• Sunday April 6th - Closing Message & Giveaway
  • Closing Message - 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Giveaway  - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

REGISTER HERE

Hotel Rooms are available at Eagle Ridge Conference Center

Guestrooms:
$85.00 Single/Double occupancy

Suites (if desired):
$125.00 Single/Double occupancy*

*Additional occupants (up to four) per room will be charged a supplement of $10.00 each.

To Book Your Room use the link below

https://eagleridge.hindscc.edu or call 601-857-7100

Pre Pow Wow Training Options

Understanding and Training the Female Shooter

Building Warrior Women Interactive Workshop