Basic tactical principles which should guide your decision-making in a dynamic scenario.  There will be specific exercises designed to allow students to work with each principle.

Preparation of others who will likely be around.  Spouse, children, siblings and co-workers can either help or make things worse.  We discuss how to prepare them to at least not be in the way.

Working with a partner.  Operating in conjunction with a friend, acquaintance, spouse or co-worker, as opposed to acting independently of one another.  This includes advance planning, communicating, moving, covering and assisting 

Dealing with architectural and natural barriers and obstacles without exposing yourself to unnecessary danger (doors, windows, hallways, corners).

How to recognize and effectively employ cover and concealment during an armed altercation.

Discussion of weapon selection for various home, work and street environments.

Shooting in proximity to other people.  When shots are fired, confusion erupts.

Interacting with the police.  What they need to know, what you need to do.

Putting the shooting principles taught in firearms courses into practice.  This course involves several simulation exercises and a good deal of shooting.