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    Default Insights Training Center General Defensive Handgun

    My wife and I are signed up for this class

    Available on the following dates:
    Saturday, April 28, 2007
    Saturday, July 28, 2007
    Saturday, September 29, 2007

    Two day course

    General Defensive Handgun
    The intent of the course is to teach the student to use their handgun safely, quickly and reflexively as is required in close-range high-speed defensive situations and to understand the legal responsibilities of its use.

    This course should be considered a minimum for anyone who owns or is considering carrying a handgun for self-defense.

    Subjects covered: Firearms safety as it pertains to self-defense. The basics of firing, stance, grip, sight alignment, trigger press, speed reloading, tactical reloading, stoppage drills, rapid multiple shots on single targets, rapid engagement of multiple targets, engagement of targets from the ready position, the draw and the concealed draw, and the proper tactical response to single or multiple opponent situations.

    Lectures include: legalities concerning the use of deadly force (both criminal and civil) interactions with law-enforcement, handgun types and modifications, ballistics and ammunition selection as it pertains to the handgun, holster selection and accessories.


    Prerequisites
    Concealed weapon permit or documentation of good character and totally familiar and comfortable with your handgun. If you have never shot or wonder how your gun works this class is not for you.


    Equipment
    Reliable, functional handgun Belt holster (rigid) with sturdy belt 600 rounds of jacketed ammunition (minimum) 2 magazines or speed loaders Hearing and eye protection

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    Thumbs up Re: Insights Training Center General Defensive Handgun

    Hi, I have taken the Insight's Defensive Handgun and Rifle classes at West Shore Sportsman's. They are good classes. Mike W. will probably be the instructor. You should enjoy the class and get alot of information from them.
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    Thumbs up Re: Insights Training Center General Defensive Handgun

    I took this class a couple years ago from John Holschen. It was well worth the effort. I also took Unarmed Self Defense from them...also well worth it!
    Last edited by N3HCP; June 19th, 2007 at 11:41 PM.

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    Default Re: Insights Training Center General Defensive Handgun

    Are these types of classes worth the $300?
    I think I need to take a class like this, but that's just really expensive for me.

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    Default Re: Insights Training Center General Defensive Handgun

    Quote Originally Posted by WWGunslinger View Post
    Are these types of classes worth the $300?
    I think I need to take a class like this, but that's just really expensive for me.
    Yes. Unequivocally.

    Just do it.

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    Default Re: Insights Training Center General Defensive Handgun

    Most training is worth the money, the only time I've felt it was money wasted was when I lived in Michigan and the training class was a mandatory 8 hours, and didn't actaully teach anything, cost $150 just for the class, and it was basicly just a standard NRA course.

    Spend the money for a good course, better to get some knowledge and increase your skill set than have $300 in the bank, start a budget and save for a class somwehere, just so long as you get some formal training.
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    Default Re: Insights Training Center General Defensive Handgun

    Quote Originally Posted by WWGunslinger View Post
    Are these types of classes worth the $300?
    I think I need to take a class like this, but that's just really expensive for me.
    That's actually on the lower end for a two day class, so if the instructor is good, it's certainly worth it.

    More to the point, if this is your first-ever class, it's DEFINITELY worth it. The value-add to your fighting and shooting ability is never higher than going from 0 to 1 class.

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    Thumbs up Re: Insights Training Center General Defensive Handgun

    Quote Originally Posted by WWGunslinger View Post
    Are these types of classes worth the $300?
    I think I need to take a class like this, but that's just really expensive for me.
    You bet!!! I never regretted it. Right now I'm taking Lethal Force Institute's LFI-1 near Hershey. It's 4 days, 40 hours for $800. While LFI-1 can be used by someone with no formal training, my experience with Insight proved to be a great "starter" course. Take the training...you won't regret it!!

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    Default Re: Insights Training Center General Defensive Handgun

    I've taken both the General and Intermediate Defensive Handgun courses - both worth the money. Mike W. and crew (usually one) will get you in fighting shape in two days - better accuracy, economy of motion, speed, etc.

    If you've never taken an Insights class and are going to take one, contact me!

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    Default Re: Insights Training Center General Defensive Handgun

    Quote Originally Posted by WWGunslinger View Post
    Are these types of classes worth the $300?
    I think I need to take a class like this, but that's just really expensive for me.
    Only if you choose to walk about society armed.

    If your interest in firearms is casual or recreational in nature, you won't see the value in it.

    If your interest is personal protection, yes. If you have a carry permit and carry a gun, its essential.


    I've taken several classes with John Holschen instructing. I thought $300 wasn't enough for a class with John.
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