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Shotgun Operator Series

Whether you're new to shotguns or an experienced shooter, our comprehensive series of classes will equip you with the skills needed to use a shotgun effectively in real-world situations.

Shotgun Operator 101

Shotgun Operator 102


Shotgun Operator 101

Shotgun Operator 101 is the perfect entry point into the world of tactical shotgun training. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned shooter, this course will give you the essential skills to operate a shotgun effectively in self-defense scenarios, both at home and beyond. Our goal is to prepare you to handle a shotgun with confidence, safety, and efficiency when it counts.

This course will cover key tactical skills and concepts, including:

  • Shooting from all three ready positions: Learn how to effectively hold and aim your shotgun from various stances to improve your versatility in real-world situations.
  • Malfunction clearings: Master the techniques to clear common shotgun malfunctions quickly and safely, ensuring you're never caught off-guard in a critical situation.
  • Introduction to movement: Practice shooting while moving, an essential skill to help you maintain accuracy and safety under dynamic conditions.
  • Situational awareness: Develop the ability to assess your environment and recognize potential threats, helping you make sound decisions in stressful situations.
  • Tactical shooting skills: Understand and implement the key principles of tactical shooting, focusing on the effective use of a shotgun for defense and threat neutralization.

By the end of this class, you'll have a solid foundation in using a shotgun for personal defense and be prepared for the next steps in your training journey.

Round count: Approximately 150 rounds birdshot, 20 rounds buckshot, and 20 rounds slug.

Cost: $189.99

Location: Outdoor range

This course is ideal for anyone looking to gain essential defensive shotgun skills in a controlled and professional environment.


Shotgun Operator 102

Shotgun Operator 102 is designed to elevate your skills from basic handling to advanced tactical shooting. Building on the fundamentals covered in Shotgun 101, this course takes you into dynamic, real-world situations, focusing on practical application under stress. You’ll learn how to effectively use your shotgun in different environments while adapting to various obstacles and threats.

In this course, students will focus on mastering shooting under movement and real-world scenarios that challenge your proficiency and decision-making skills. Key skills covered:

  • Shooting on the Move: Learn to engage targets while maintaining mobility.
  • Cover and Concealment: Understand how to use your environment to your advantage.
  • Tactical Shooting Techniques: Develop effective shooting strategies for dynamic scenarios.
  • Engagement from Different Positions: Learn to shoot from standing, kneeling, and prone positions, adapting to various terrains.
  • Real-World Encounter Simulation: Engage in exercises that simulate high-stress situations, building decision-making skills under pressure.

Pre-requisites:  Shotgun Operator 101 or the Basic Shotgun class or possess equivalent skills before enrolling in this class.

Round Count: Approximately 250 rounds total (includes birdshot, buckshot, and slugs).

Location: Outdoor range. Bring your shotgun, appropriate gear, and be prepared for a physically demanding training session in an outdoor setting.

The class will help you apply your shotgun shooting skills in practical, unpredictable environments, and help you prepare for real-life encounters.