Defensive Shotgun Training

Shotgun training designed to teach you to use your firearm confidently and safely. The Defensive Shotgun training course is a beginners’ shotgun shooting program where you will learn the basics of shotgun shooting and perfect the foundation for mastering this special tool. This class is suitable for all levels of experience including the novice and those comfortable with a shotgun. If you want to improve your shotgun shooting skills, you will find this course valuable.

Master the Most Underestimated Defensive Tool

The shotgun is often overlooked in favor of handguns or rifles—but in the right hands, it’s one of the most effective close-range defensive weapons available. Whether you run a pump-action or semi-automatic, mastering the shotgun means understanding its unique strengths, limitations, and handling quirks.

This course takes you from basic shotgun knowledge to advanced defensive shooting techniques—all in a single, intensive session.

What You’ll Learn

This is a hands-on, live-fire course led by experienced instructors. You’ll build the skills and confidence needed to effectively deploy a shotgun in real-world defensive situations.

Key skills you’ll develop:

Shotgun manipulations under stress
Proper loading, unloading, and status checks
Safe movement, ready positions, and tactical engagement
Target acquisition at varying distances
Malfunction recognition and clearing
Cover vs. concealment—and how to use both
Shooting from standing, kneeling, and on the move

✅ You’ll leave with the mental and physical tools needed to run a shotgun efficiently in a defensive encounter.

Ammunition & Firearm Considerations

This course uses birdshot and steel reactive targets for most drills.

Important:
If using a semi-automatic shotgun, please test it in advance with birdshot to ensure reliability. Some models may struggle to cycle certain loads.

Round count:

200 rounds birdshot
25 rounds buckshot
Lead core only on steel targets

Prerequisites

You must own your shotgun and know how to safely load, fire, and unload it.
This class is not for first-time shotgun users.

Valid photo ID is required for all students.
Minors (12+) are welcome with a parent or guardian.
International students must bring a valid passport.

From Diagnosis to Precision

Training starts with observation. On the firing line, instructors break down each student’s mechanics to identify specific performance deficits. We follow with drills matched to your needs, so small corrections stack into tighter groups and better control.

Training Cancellation & Refund Terms

Enrollment should be made only if you plan to attend. We allocate instructors and training materials based on enrollment. Because of this, all course fees are final and non-refundable. If you notify us at least 24 hours in advance, we’ll allow a one-time class rescheduling. If we need to cancel a class, we will issue a refund or reschedule option, based on your preference. Please understand that passing the course doesn’t guarantee CCW issuance by California or other jurisdictions.

Variety of Training Topics

Basic pistol to advanced pistol training skills. From how to aim your gun and general gun safety, to how to deal with malfunctions.

Flexible Schedules

We conduct training in multiple locations around the Bay Area. If you can't find the class you want on the schedule, please call or email us directly. Certain to find something that will fit your busy life.

All Skill Levels

Starting from a brand-new shooter to someone who hasn't fired a gun in a few years. We will make you feel more confident in your ability to use your firearm.