This 4 hour live fire IN PERSON class with Brian Hill is centered around understanding the 4 safety rules through ACTION and repetition. Our goal is to bring the safety rules to LIFE through dry practice and start calling them the LIVING RULES.

This class is will be a different experience for you! It is very interactive with a focus on drills, context and practical application of the 4 primary safety rules. We need to think about the safety rules in the purpose in which they were intended, and offering ways to practice the application of the contextual decisions necessary for the armed citizen. Let's give more meaning to "keep your finger off the trigger....., safe direction....., be sure of your target....., and treat as loaded....". This class will do just that!

Who is invited:
  • Beginner, intermediate and advanced shooters
  • Firearm instructors
  • No holster draw experience? That's OK! Get some really solid reps in during class

Requirements:
  • Know Jeff Cooper's four gun safety rules:
  1. Treat all guns as if they are loaded: Always treat a firearm with the same respect, even if you've checked that it's unloaded.
  2. Never point a gun at anything you aren't willing to destroy: Don't point a gun at yourself or another person.
  3. Keep your finger off the trigger until your sights are on the target: Keep your finger off the trigger and outside the trigger guard until you are ready to shoot. 
  4. Be certain of your target and what is around and behind it: Consider what's beyond your target
  • Please CLICK HERE to download an excellent guide (PDF) to a safe dry fire training area. This document is provided by Annette Evans, author of Dry Fire Primer (see below). A safe training area is MANDATORY.
  • Safe gun handling skills
  • Know how to set up your firearm with a visual barrel blocker and a mag insert. PRACTICE this before class
  • Able to follow directions
  • Have an open mind

What to Expect:
  • Brian Hill is the Instructor
  • Interactive live fire class
  • DOING drills aka true application of the safety rules

Safety procedures are a MUST!

RULE 1: All guns are always loaded, per Cooper. There are several times where we don't do that. Examples are during dry practice or maintenance. On the line there should be real physical activity to indicate Rule 1. Safety should have three steps to it which is a triangulation of information that means we have a good orientation towards the task.....
RULE 2: Shooting yourself counts! Where is your muzzle pointed? Are you safe from a negligent discharge? Never muzzle anything you are now willing to destroy, that includes YOU. Present safety rules with movement and discipline. Make the rules come alive by practicing un-holstering (drawing) and holstering while focusing on the muzzle....
RULE 3: Keep your finger off the trigger until your sights are on the target: Keep your finger off the trigger and outside the trigger guard until you are ready to shoot.   
You must consider seeing sights, when will we actually touch the trigger and what speed will we actually press the trigger and even the position of the gun.....
RULE 4: Be certain of your target and what is around and behind it: Consider what's beyond your target...but we do that 100% successful? We have 3 vision "focuses". One is narrow, one is wide and the last is a combination system. The edge of cover my drag at your target focus. Using a flashlight may limit your ability to see around you. What is the target moved?

Gear List and Training Area Set-Up (when dry practicing):

Gear List:
  • Pistol w/holster (strong side, inside, outside waistband or appendix is fine).
  • Firearm, loaded in a holster or UNLOADED in a box/bag. We will get everyone in the proper "start of class position" at the beginning of class. 
  • Both IRON sights and DOT sights are welcome in this class!
  • Holsters that collapse (leather, soft, etc.) when drawn will NOT be allowed on our range. NO SERPA HOLSTERS will be allowed on our range. THIS IS WHY!
  • Please make note that if you show up with any of the above, we will ask you to CHANGE so you can comply with our range rules. If you do not have a back up gun then you can CHANGE to a HK VP9 and a strong side Kydex holster that we will provide free of charge. Ammo not included
  • Duty belt/rig is APPROVED
  • There is a $20-25 CASH per day "range/facility" fee. This will depend on the location. Just bring $25 cash per day so you are covered. We will collect this when you finish registration the morning of class.
  • ​Want to borrow an HK with a Holosun optic to train with while you are here? We got cha covered at NO CHARGE! We will also supply an appendix holster. Please specify if you are right of left handed when you reserve this.
  • 50 rounds of factory loaded ammunition
  • 2 magazines 
  • Magazine pouch (if none don’t worry pockets work well)
  • Don't forget your LockedIn Grip Liquid Shooting Sports Chalk.
  • A sturdy belt for the holster and magazine pouches (Enigma Carry System, etc.)
  • Eye & ear protection (foam inserts or muffs – electronic muffs recommended)
  • "Back up” gun if you got it. If not, we will have a HK VP9 waiting for you to use
  • Proper OUTDOOR weather attire
  • Hat with bill.... this is WHY!
  • Sunblock and bug spray (as needed)
  • Hydration

Dry Practice Training Area and Safety Training Tool Recommendations (NOT needed for the live fire in person class):
We recommend the "Dry Fire Practice Training and Safety Tool".  Brand: BarrelBlok
  • Universal for All Guns - Choose Your Caliber Knowing it Will Fit ANY Make or Model of Firearm. Color coded.
  • Caliber Specific - Renders Firearm 100% Safe and Inert
  • Safely Perform Dryfire Practice With Visual Indicator the Firearm is Safe
  • Comes with 3 MagBlok inserts to Allow Training Reloads and Malfunction Clearing
  • No Disassembly or tools Required to Install or Remove
  • CLICK HERE for BarrelBlok Installation Instructions (PDF)
The Dry Fire Primer by Annette Evans
Dry fire – practicing without live ammunition – is an essential tool for every gun owner who wants to learn how to handle their firearms more proficiently. It saves time and money while remaining an effective training method whether you are interested in guns for a hobby, for self-defense, or for competition. While there are many books that describe specific dry fire regimens, they don’t always give you the information you need to use them best. That’s where The Dry Fire Primer comes in. It bridges the gap between “I’ve heard of dry fire” and “I’m going to be a dry fire maniac and use it to its greatest potential.” Whether you’re brand-new to dry fire or just feel like you could be getting a bit more out of it, this book is for you.

Please CLICK HERE to download an excellent guide (PDF) to a safe dry fire training area. This document is provided by Annette Evans, author of Dry Fire Primer (see below). A safe training area is MANDATORY.

Special THANK YOU to Annette Evans for providing us with a PDF to download that focuses on the best practices to set up a safe dry practice area. Follow this guide to ensure you have a "sterile" training environment.
You need to be aware that dry practice can be dangerous and life threatening if you do not prepare the area and your firearm properly. There is no room for neglect, mistakes, or cutting corners. We recommend that you follow the advice of the professionals to make your dry practice area a fun and educational environment.  The Complete Combatant, Annette Evans, BarrelBlok, and all other parties (directly or indirectly involved in this class) are held harmless and accept no responsibility before, during or after this online class.