Defensive Carbine Fundamentals

Master Your Rifle The carbine is the most effective tool for home defense, but only if you know how to run it. This class breaks down the AR platform (and others) to ensure you are safe, proficient, and accurate.

A modern rifle with a camouflage pattern and a red dot sight resting on a tree branch in a forest setting.

Course Objectives

  • Setup: Sling usage, gear breakdown, and zeroing (50-yard preference).

  • Maintenance: Field stripping and keeping your rifle running.

  • Marksmanship: Effective engagement distances and recoil management.

  • Manipulations: Reloads and clearing malfunctions.

Gear Requirements

  • Cost: $120 per person (3+ Hours).

  • Ammo: 200 rounds.

  • Equipment: 2-point sling, mag pouches, 3 magazines, knee pads.