Handgun Red Dot

This hands-on class focuses on building confidence, accuracy, and speed with red dot-equipped pistols.

Description

Take your shooting skills to the next level with our comprehensive Pistol Red Dot Course! Designed for shooters of all experience levels, this hands-on class focuses on building confidence, accuracy, and speed with red dot-equipped pistols. Whether you're new to red dot optics or looking to refine your technique, this course provides expert instruction and live-fire practice in a supportive environment.

Course Highlights:

  • Fundamentals of red dot sight alignment and target acquisition
  • Proper zeroing techniques for precision shooting
  • Drawing and transitioning to a red dot sight quickly and effectively
  • Overcoming common challenges such as dot tracking and low-light shooting
  • Practical live-fire drills to enhance accuracy and speed
  • Maintenance and troubleshooting tips for your red dot optic

Recommended Round Count:

  • Bring approximately 250–300 rounds of ammunition for live-fire drills.

This course equips students with the skills and confidence to use their red dot sight effectively, whether for competition, self-defense, or recreational shooting. Sign up today to elevate your shooting game!

Age Requirements

Minimum age to shoot on the range is 12-years old.

Class Goals

1. Understand Red Dot Optics Fundamentals

  • Learn how red dot sights function and how they differ from iron sights

  • Understand proper mounting, zeroing, and maintenance of red dot optics

2. Build Consistent Red Dot Presentation

  • Develop a reliable draw stroke that brings the dot into view quickly

  • Reduce dot "searching" and improve visual tracking during presentation

3. Improve Speed and Accuracy

  • Use the red dot to increase precision at distance and speed up close

  • Learn target-focused shooting while maintaining dot alignment under stress

4. Master Recoil Management and Dot Tracking

  • Build techniques to track the dot through recoil for faster follow-up shots

  • Improve grip and stance to maintain sight picture during rapid fire

5. Reinforce Defensive Application of Red Dots

  • Engage in drills that simulate real-world defensive scenarios

  • Understand the advantages and limitations of red dots in a concealed carry context

6. Enhance Confidence and Efficiency

  • Gain confidence in running a red dot-equipped handgun for self-defense

  • Identify areas for continued practice and skill development

Gear Needed

- Red Dot equipped Handgun

- 250 Rounds of ammo

Prerequisites

None.

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