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February 27th, 2007, 05:10 PM #1
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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April 18th, 2007, 06:20 AM #2
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.
Only hits count. The only thing worse than a miss is a slow miss.
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June 19th, 2007, 11:37 PM #3
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!
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June 21st, 2007, 10:12 AM #4Grand Member
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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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June 21st, 2007, 12:11 PM #5Grand Member
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June 21st, 2007, 12:21 PM #6
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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."We shoot to stop. ... Unfortunately, death can be a byproduct."
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June 21st, 2007, 12:30 PM #7Grand Member
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Re: Insights Training Center General Defensive Handgun
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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June 21st, 2007, 09:23 PM #8
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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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June 22nd, 2007, 12:40 AM #9
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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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June 29th, 2007, 07:09 AM #10Active Member
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Re: Insights Training Center General Defensive Handgun
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.West Shore Sportsmen's Association WSSA Home page
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