CQB Fundamentals

Close Quarters Battle (CQB) Fundamentals Course

Time: 0900-1400 hours

Location: Crystal Mall, JCPenney's Store

Course Overview

The Close Quarters Battle (CQB) Fundamentals Course is an intensive, hands-on training program designed to teach students the principles, tactics, and mindset required to operate effectively in confined environments. This course focuses on real-world application, emphasizing movement, threat identification, and decision-making under stress.

CQB is one of the most demanding skill sets in tactical operations. This course breaks down complex concepts into practical, repeatable techniques that can be applied in residential, commercial, and urban structures.

Training Objectives

 Students will learn:

• CQB safety principles and risk mitigation
• Individual and team movement in confined spaces
• Room entry techniques (threshold evaluation, angles, slicing the pie)
• Hallway, doorway, and corner management
• Target discrimination and shoot/no-shoot decision making
• Communication and coordination under stress
• Use of cover, concealment, and positioning
• Fundamentals of speed vs. precision in close environments

Equipment Needed

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

• Night Vision (Not required, but you can use it if you'd like)

• Ear Protection

• Eye Protection

• Body Armor:
  • Plate carriers and chest rigs are allowed but not needed.

• Firearms:

  • Pistols: No ammo needed (Mantis Laser if you have it)

  • Rifles: No ammo needed (Mantis Laser if you have it)