TACTICAL COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
OPEN ENROLLMENT AND PRIVATE TRAINING.

Below is the core list of the tactical courses Barritus Defense Offers. Click on the link below any course to view the full course outline. All course dates can be found on the scheduled events page. If you are interested in a course that is not currently on the schedule, we can arrange private training for groups or individuals. We've run customized training for a number of military units and law enforcement agencies, so if you're interested in something that's not listed below, contact us.  Chances are we've run it before.  If you have any questions or would like to talk more, please contact us. 

INTRO TO TACTICAL PISTOL
ONE DAY | PREREQUISITE:  NONE

If you're new to shooting, we made this course for you.  We'll help you develop the foundational skills you want to operate and maintain your defensive handgun.

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COMBAT PISTOL LEVEL 1
​ONE DAY | PREREQUISITE:  NONE

In this course, we teach you how to shoot faster and more accurately, while laying out the foundation for your tactical education. ​​

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COMBAT PISTOL LEVEL 2
ONE DAY | PREREQUISITE: PRO-PISTOl 1

Learn to decisively engage and neutralize threats for the protection of self and others within the urban environment.  This course moves you from flat range drills to executing realistic tactical scenarios in a 360 degree environment.

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MILITARY CLOSE QUARTERS COMBAT QUALIFICATION COURSE
3 DAYS | PREREQUISITE: NONE*

This is a close quarters combat system for neutralizing threats in close-quarters. This system will teach you how to move, strike, attack and counter-attack with any weapon.  This course was originally designed only for military service personnel, but is now open to the public.  If you are a security-minded civilian, this is the most important tactical course you will ever take.  Click below to learn why.

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ROOM CLEARING 101
ONE DAY | PREREQUISITE: PISTOL 2

Learn to locate, close with, and neutralize threats in close quarters such as homes, buildings, and other urban structures.  We'll cover individual and team tactics.

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COMBAT RIFLE LEVEL 1
ONE DAY | PREREQUISITE: NONE

Develop true a skills with your carbine platform as we cover shooting fundamentals, rapid fire drills, multiple target acquisition, and more.

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COMBAT RIFLE LEVEL 2
ONE DAY | PREREQUISITE: RIFLE 1

Engage your skills at the next level as we take you through  advanced shooting drills, defensive shooting scenarios, individual and team movement drills, and more. 

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CQC COMBAT KNIFE & EMPTY HANDS COURSE
HALF or FULL DAY | PREREQUISITE: NONE

​This introductory course presents the basic system of skills with the knife for use as a personal defense weapon or as a backup to your concealed carry firearm.  We will develop your skills and confidence with the knife, while increasing your ability to detect and defeat potential threats.

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LOW-LIGHT PISTOL
ONE DAY | PREREQUISITE: PROTECTIVE PISTOL I

There's 24 hours in a day.  Virtually half of those hours are in low- or no-light conditions.  In this course we teach you how to select sights, differences between handheld versus weapon-mounted lights, and how to use them properly.

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LONG RANGE PRECISION SHOOTING
2 DAYS | PREREQUISITE: NONE

Long range shooting is a discipline unto itself. The ability to predict the flight path of the bullet with consistency is one of the most important factors in mastering this craft.  In this course, we will help you develop your skill and confidence to take shots at ranges from 200 to 1000 yards and beyond.

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A.J. McCauley | USMC veteran, Pennsylvania State Trooper (ret.)
Schafferstown, Pennsylvania

Outstanding instruction. Mark is a consummate professional. My thanks to him and his crew for sharing their expertise. If you seek quality instruction and training, look no further.

Brice Sletten | San Diego, California

Absolutely outstanding!  I had so much fun.  I can't wait until the next course!

James Lopez | 3 Gun & IDPA Competitive Shooter
Easton, Pennsylvania

I highly recommend them if you want to improve your skills and learn new techniques.

Jamey Baxter | Fayetteville, Arkansas

Great instruction.  Highly recommended.

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