| Basic Defense Shotgun Course BDS-1 |
The Personal Protection Institute will present our popular Basic Defense Shotgun
Course (BDS-1) on selected weekend dates in 2011. These one-day programs are
designed to prepare the law-abiding armed citizen to make maximum use of the
shotgun in the context of personal or home defense. The Basic Defense Shotgun
Course is ideal for those who are uncomfortable with handguns as defense tools,
live in areas where handgun ownership is restricted, or who wish to supplement
their defensive plans by the addition of a shotgun to their defensive battery.
Students need only attend one session.
Course Content
During the program, students will be exposed to special techniques of safe storage
and handling of shotguns, proper loading and unloading techniques, ammunition,
and selection of appropriate accessories. Participants will be coached in the best
methods of controlling shotgun recoil, as well as the zones of tactical employment of
the shotgun with a focus on home defense. Students will be instructed in basic
methods of shotgun weapon retention at close quarters. Shotgun wounding effects
on the human body are also discussed.
Equipment Requirements
This course emphasizes the use of a shotgun that the student may already own for
sporting purposes, and does not require the use of a so-called “combat shotgun” for
successful completion. Instructors will help the student explore the differences
between the sporting and defense-dedicated shotgun. Students who may already
own defense-oriented shotguns are free to use these in class.
Students in the Basic Defense Shotgun Course will need a repeating shotgun in 12,
16, or 20 gauge. Any safe, reliable pump action, semiautomatic, or double-barreled
weapon may be used. Loaner weapons are available with advance notice for
students who have not yet purchased a shotgun. Each student will need 50 rounds
of non-magnum bird shot, 25 rounds of standard length buck shot shells, and 10
rifled slugs. Each student will provide his or her own hearing and eye protection.
Recoil reducing pads may be used if desired.
Scheduling, Tuition, and Registration
All sessions begin at 9:00 a.m. and last until approximately 5:00 p.m. Courses will be
held at our range facility in Doswell, Virginia. Detailed directions to the course site
are provided with your confirmed registration, which must be received no later than
one week before your preferred course date. Registration is on a first-come, first
served basis. Advance payment is required for registration confirmation. Each
program is strictly limited to 16 students so early registration is advised. Applicants
must be at least 18 years of age, or accompanied by a parent or guardian. Tuition
for this program is $199.95 when you enroll in BDS-1 as a stand alone activity.
Students who wish to participate in the Basic Defense Carbine Course on the
following day will receive a package discounted price of $349.95 which includes
both courses. Further discounts are available for partners or groups. Visa,
MasterCard or Discover cards accepted. Prospective students should call (804)
254-0620 or e-mail info@ppisafety.com for enrollment.
Course (BDS-1) on selected weekend dates in 2011. These one-day programs are
designed to prepare the law-abiding armed citizen to make maximum use of the
shotgun in the context of personal or home defense. The Basic Defense Shotgun
Course is ideal for those who are uncomfortable with handguns as defense tools,
live in areas where handgun ownership is restricted, or who wish to supplement
their defensive plans by the addition of a shotgun to their defensive battery.
Students need only attend one session.
Course Content
During the program, students will be exposed to special techniques of safe storage
and handling of shotguns, proper loading and unloading techniques, ammunition,
and selection of appropriate accessories. Participants will be coached in the best
methods of controlling shotgun recoil, as well as the zones of tactical employment of
the shotgun with a focus on home defense. Students will be instructed in basic
methods of shotgun weapon retention at close quarters. Shotgun wounding effects
on the human body are also discussed.
Equipment Requirements
This course emphasizes the use of a shotgun that the student may already own for
sporting purposes, and does not require the use of a so-called “combat shotgun” for
successful completion. Instructors will help the student explore the differences
between the sporting and defense-dedicated shotgun. Students who may already
own defense-oriented shotguns are free to use these in class.
Students in the Basic Defense Shotgun Course will need a repeating shotgun in 12,
16, or 20 gauge. Any safe, reliable pump action, semiautomatic, or double-barreled
weapon may be used. Loaner weapons are available with advance notice for
students who have not yet purchased a shotgun. Each student will need 50 rounds
of non-magnum bird shot, 25 rounds of standard length buck shot shells, and 10
rifled slugs. Each student will provide his or her own hearing and eye protection.
Recoil reducing pads may be used if desired.
Scheduling, Tuition, and Registration
All sessions begin at 9:00 a.m. and last until approximately 5:00 p.m. Courses will be
held at our range facility in Doswell, Virginia. Detailed directions to the course site
are provided with your confirmed registration, which must be received no later than
one week before your preferred course date. Registration is on a first-come, first
served basis. Advance payment is required for registration confirmation. Each
program is strictly limited to 16 students so early registration is advised. Applicants
must be at least 18 years of age, or accompanied by a parent or guardian. Tuition
for this program is $199.95 when you enroll in BDS-1 as a stand alone activity.
Students who wish to participate in the Basic Defense Carbine Course on the
following day will receive a package discounted price of $349.95 which includes
both courses. Further discounts are available for partners or groups. Visa,
MasterCard or Discover cards accepted. Prospective students should call (804)
254-0620 or e-mail info@ppisafety.com for enrollment.
| 2011 BDS-1 Sessions All Sessions Run From 9 am till 5 pm Saturday, August 6th, 2011 |
