Range: Firearms Academy of Seattle located at 3399 Centralia Alpha Rd, Onalaska, WA 98570.

We plan for both days to start at 08:30 AM and go until approximately 5:00 PM.

There is a $40 per day ($80 total) range fee for the weekend payable in cash to the range on day one.

There will be a 1hr lunch break on both days.

Things we plan on covering this class:

• Safety

• Equipment Considerations (Holsters, sighting systems, parts selection, etc.)

• Effective zero’s

• Fundamental mechanics of shooting

• Embracing and managing recoil

• Trigger press as it relates to performance

• Efficient presentation of the handgun (Draws)

• Functions of the 1911/2011 platform

• Efficient methods of reloading

• Maintenance/Disassembly/Reassembly/Cycles of Operation

• Managing sights at speed and distance

• Assessing your skills

Required Equipment

An open mind with a desire to learn!

1911/2011 Handgun suitable for carry/duty/competition use. (If you have questions about whether your gun is suitable or not, please do not hesitate to contact us!)

At least 3 magazines, more for single stacks with 8 rounds or less.

Holster suitable for carry, duty, or competition use (No Serpa or cross draw please)

Way to carry at least 2 magazines on you person. (A belt mounted magazine pouch is HIGHLY suggested)

Reliable ammunition for your handgun (600rds This is a minimum requirement. The more ammo the better!)

A belt suitable to carry your handgun and ammunition

Sharpie

Eye protection (ANSI rated)

Hearing protection

Water

Food

Any tools you feel necessary to work on your firearm

A way to take notes!