November 16, 2025 Pistol-Carbine Movement & Shooting Positions

Pistol & Carbine Mechanics Movement & Shooting Positions

Time: 0900-1700 hours

Date: November 16th, 2025

Location: Keene, NH

Course Description:

This intermediate-level course is designed to refine speed, stability, and efficiency with both pistol and carbine platforms. While reinforcing core fundamentals, students will learn to increase their shooting speed through efficient mechanics. Techniques will be applied during movement, as well as in transitions between target and weapon systems.

Topics Covered:

• • Fundamentals refresher: stance, grip, sight picture, trigger press, breathing

  • Unsupported positions: isosceles/Weaver, hip/low ready, kneeling, sitting

  • Supported positions: prone, benchrest, barricade/supported improvised rests

  • Use of natural and artificial supports (bags, barricades, vehicle surfaces) — legal/ethical considerations emphasized
    

  • Transitions: moving from cover to firing position and back

  • Accuracy vs. speed drills; dry‑fire practice templates

  • Malfunction avoidance concepts and safe weapon manipulation overview 
    

Equipment Needed

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

• Ear Protection

• Eye Protection

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

• Firearms:

  • Pistols: 500 Rounds or more

  • Rifles: (AR style platform) 500 Rounds or more (Slings are required for transitions)

  • Magazines: 3 magazines at minimum for each weapon platform.