| BASIC DEFENSE CARBINE COURSE BDC-1 New One-Day Session |
Many of our clients have chosen to add a carbine to their defensive firearms battery.
Typically, this takes the form of an AR or AK platform weapon in either 5.56 NATO or 7.62
x39 caliber. Such firearms offer low recoil, inherent shootability, and reasonable accuracy
for their intended defensive purpose. They are also suitable for survival and recreational
purposes as well.
However, up until now, there has been little opportunity for the civilian shooter to receive
meaningful instruction with the defense carbine without a major investment of time and
travel expense, when what most carbine owners really need, as a starting point, is
orientation and familiarization with their new weapon. PPI is now pleased to be able to offer
such basic instruction on a local level, at a fraction of the cost associated with larger out-of-
state schools. The BDC-1 Course will be offered at our range facility in Doswell, Virginia
near King's Dominion.
COURSE STRUCTURE AND OVERVIEW
Our Basic Defense Carbine Course (BDC-1) is offered on a single weekend day, in
conjunction with our related Basic Defense Shotgun Course (BDS-1). Students may elect
to participate in both long-gun programs in a bundled package, or take either course as a
stand-alone activity. Participants in BDC-1 will receive education and practice in the
following areas:
EQUIPMENT NEEDS
Students in BDC-1 will need to supply their own defense oriented carbine in either 5.56 mm
or 7.62x39 chambering. Instruction will focus on semi-automatic versions of AR and AK
platform carbines, but similar firearms are welcome. Other calibers may be allowed with
advance notice. Firearms with full-auto capability are strictly prohibited. Each student
will need 200 rounds of ammunition, hearing and eye protection, and a cleaning kit with
appropriate supplies for their weapon. A hat, as well as a simple mat for prone shooting will
enhance student comfort. Specialty items such as shooting jackets and shooting gloves are
not necessary. Optically sighted firearms are welcome, but iron sight capability is best.
PREREQUISITES, TUITION, AND REGISTRATION
There are no prerequisites for this program other than a safety-conscious attitude and the
desire to learn. The course fee for the Basic Defense Carbine Course is $199.95 if
purchased as a stand-alone program. Students registering for the Basic Defense Shotgun
Course on the same weekend will receive a package price of $349.95 which includes both
programs. Further discounts are available for partners or groups. To register, call (804)
254-0620 or e-mail info@ppisafety.com. Registrations must be received at least one week
prior to your preferred course date. Visa, MasterCard, and Discover cards are accepted.
Typically, this takes the form of an AR or AK platform weapon in either 5.56 NATO or 7.62
x39 caliber. Such firearms offer low recoil, inherent shootability, and reasonable accuracy
for their intended defensive purpose. They are also suitable for survival and recreational
purposes as well.
However, up until now, there has been little opportunity for the civilian shooter to receive
meaningful instruction with the defense carbine without a major investment of time and
travel expense, when what most carbine owners really need, as a starting point, is
orientation and familiarization with their new weapon. PPI is now pleased to be able to offer
such basic instruction on a local level, at a fraction of the cost associated with larger out-of-
state schools. The BDC-1 Course will be offered at our range facility in Doswell, Virginia
near King's Dominion.
COURSE STRUCTURE AND OVERVIEW
Our Basic Defense Carbine Course (BDC-1) is offered on a single weekend day, in
conjunction with our related Basic Defense Shotgun Course (BDS-1). Students may elect
to participate in both long-gun programs in a bundled package, or take either course as a
stand-alone activity. Participants in BDC-1 will receive education and practice in the
following areas:
- Overview of Instruction and Safety Briefing
- Carbine Strengths, Weaknesses, and Capabilities
- Basic Carbine Shooting Positions
- Practical Carbine Ballistics and Ammunition Selection
- Establishing a Working Zero for the Defense Carbine
- Standardized Courses of Fire and Marksmanship Evaluation
- Reloading
- Carbine Cleaning and Maintenance
EQUIPMENT NEEDS
Students in BDC-1 will need to supply their own defense oriented carbine in either 5.56 mm
or 7.62x39 chambering. Instruction will focus on semi-automatic versions of AR and AK
platform carbines, but similar firearms are welcome. Other calibers may be allowed with
advance notice. Firearms with full-auto capability are strictly prohibited. Each student
will need 200 rounds of ammunition, hearing and eye protection, and a cleaning kit with
appropriate supplies for their weapon. A hat, as well as a simple mat for prone shooting will
enhance student comfort. Specialty items such as shooting jackets and shooting gloves are
not necessary. Optically sighted firearms are welcome, but iron sight capability is best.
PREREQUISITES, TUITION, AND REGISTRATION
There are no prerequisites for this program other than a safety-conscious attitude and the
desire to learn. The course fee for the Basic Defense Carbine Course is $199.95 if
purchased as a stand-alone program. Students registering for the Basic Defense Shotgun
Course on the same weekend will receive a package price of $349.95 which includes both
programs. Further discounts are available for partners or groups. To register, call (804)
254-0620 or e-mail info@ppisafety.com. Registrations must be received at least one week
prior to your preferred course date. Visa, MasterCard, and Discover cards are accepted.
| 2011 BDC-1 Sessions Courses Run From 9am till 5pm Sunday, August 7th, 2011 |