The Red Dot Arms How to Defend against a Handgun Threat class is designed to learn how to deal with common attacks through avoidance, de-escalation, and if necessary simple defensive tactics
Full Description: Defending against a loaded firearm is never recommended, unless there are no other options. If confronted by an attacker give up your property to save your life; however, if the assailant wants more than your property, wants to hurt you, or take you to another location, then you have to fight back.
This 1.5 hour class will teach students some simple ways to redirect and control a firearm that is within reach, either from the front, back or side. You will learn how and where to strike your attacker, while controlling the firearm, and along with a few weapon disarms. Students will learn how to properly strike an attacker with a handgun (to avoid accidentally shooting themselves or a loved one), as well as what to do with the firearm once you have disarmed the attacker.
In addition, the class will also teach some basic handgun retention techniques, for dealing with an attacker who is trying to disarm you. If there is enough interest from students, some long gun defensive techniques may be covered.
The class will include a discussion of situational awareness, avoidance, de-escalating a confrontation, and using the minimum amount of force necessary to stop an attack. The instructor will provide alternative techniques for individual students with physical limitations. In addition, the instructor will address the basic use of force laws in Illinois.
We need a minimum of 4 students for the class to take place.
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Accreditation: The instructor is a practicing attorney for over 20 years, has 35 years of experience in martial arts (including Kenpo Karate, Krav Maga, Filipino Martial Arts, and Hapkido), and is licensed in Illinois and Texas as an armed security officer.
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Cost: $40
Class payment is due in full and is non-refundable, but transferable.
Length: 90 minutes
This class will consist of 90 minutes of classroom instruction.
Prerequisites: None
This is a novice class. There is no prerequisite for this class.
how to deal with common attacks through avoidance, de-escalation, and if necessary simple defensive tactics
Any age may attend, but those under 18 must be accompanied by participating parent or guardian. Prospective students under 21 years of age please contact us at training@rdarms.com.
This is a novice class. There is no prerequisite for this class.
Things that you should bring to the class!
For the purpose of your safety and accommodating special needs participants, please contact us at peter@rdarms.com if any of the following conditions apply to you:
- Pregnancy, mental handicap, physical handicap, disabled, visually impaired, under the influence of prescription drugs, under the influence of illegal drugs and/or under the influence of alcohol
Do I need prior martial arts training?
No. While prior training may be helpful, it is not necessary.
How physical is the class?
This is a very low impact class that is suitable and safe for everyone. There will be some striking of pads for those who wish to participate, but it is not required.
Disclaimer:
FOID Statement: Illinois residents that will be TRANSPORTING their own firearm to and from the class/range must be in possession of a valid FOID/CCL card, and be of legal age, 21 for handguns, and 18 for long guns. A FOID card is not required to participate in the class. Out of state residents need to follow the age requirements and have a valid ID.
We reserve the right to dismiss any student for unsafe behavior and/or failure to follow instructions. No refund will be offered.
