Confidence Comes From Knowledge.

Defensive Handgun Theory will provide the student a detailed overview of the background, contextual, and technical knowledge necessary to succeed in using a pistol or revolver in self defense.

This is a free class open to the public.

Prerequisite:

None

Location:

Our facility is in the mountains 1 hour east of San Jose, 1 hour south from Livermore. Email admin@monarchdefense.org for detailed driving directions.

Cancellations:

If you do not plan to attend, notify us immediately so that we can give your spot in class to another student. If you register for a class then no-show, you will be charged a $50 Pain In the Ass fee. We do not issue refunds. 

Questions? Call Brian at 408-892-5460 or email info@monarchdefense.org.

Learn: 

The role of handguns in self defense 
How to choose a handgun for your needs
Introduction to various types of holsters
The 4 types of modern handgun
How and when to use safeties and decockers

Brief historical development of modern handguns
Double action, single action, striker fired triggers
Introduction to handgun cartridges
How to disassemble, clean, and lubricate handguns
What causes handguns to malfunction

Handgun bullet wounding effects
Science of hollow point bullets
Handgun external ballistics
Handgun accuracy and range
How to zero pistol red dots

Packing list: 

Close toe shoes
Belt and holster
Layer garments so you can adjust for cold, wet, or warm weather
Hat
Pistol with 3+ magazines or revolver with 3+ speedloaders
Cleaning kit with oil, rag, toothbrush, barrel rod
Tools for mounting and adjusting your optics, holsters etc.
Individual first aid kit (IFAK)
Eye protection
Ear protection 
1 gallon of water per day
Salty snacks and bag lunch
We have weapons, magazines, magazine carriers, pistols, holsters, night vision, armor, helmet etc. for you to borrow for free. All you need to do is communicate clearly in advance what you need to borrow, and clean what you used before turning it back in.
We can supply all the ammunition you need for $80 per person per day. We can take cash, Venmo to brian-wang-11, Zelle to info@monarchdefense.org.