Pre-Holster Training - 2024 (#1)

Registration for this course is now closed.

Registration:

• After the registration deadline, all registered participants will receive course instructions from the Training Coordinator by email.

Registration Deadline:

• 17 FEB 2024.

Course Date / Time:

• Saturday: 24 FEB 2024 - KGAC Lease, 0900L - 1500L.
  

Payment Options:

• There is no cost for this course!
  

Equipment Requirements:

• 1x Handgun (no rimfire).
• Semi automatic handguns with a magazine disconnect safety are not permitted (e.g. Browning Hi Power).
• 1x Hip holster or drop-leg holster designed for your handgun. Once received, READ the syllabus re: holster types and safety requirements (e.g. BLACKHAWK! Serpa holsters are not permitted).
• 2x Magazine pouches, 3 is better.
• A sturdy belt.
• Minimum 3x magazines for pistols, or speed loaders for revolvers.
• 10x Snap Caps for your handgun, no "Dummy Ammunition" (de-activated munitions will not be allowed).
• 300 rounds of ammunition.
• When borrowing a restricted gun, have the lender bring/pick-up gun to/from the Lease, that way you are in compliance with ATT requirements.
• More equipment specifics will follow with the joining instructions.

Are you interested in taking the Holster Course this year but don't feel confident with the handgun you're planning to bring? Join our KGAC Instructors for some introductory instruction to prepare you for the course and increase your confidence.

This training course is designed for those members who have never used a handgun, are unfamiliar with handguns, or do not have a handgun of their own (planning to borrow one for the Holster course). It is an introduction to handgun safety, handling, basic operation, and firearm familiarization.

Successful candidates will be able to:

• Clear (and show clear) a handgun;
  
• Load, unload, and ready a handgun;
• Fire and reload a handgun;

Minor persons:

Minors are welcome, and encouraged to participate in this training course (they do not require an RPAL to take the course).