I am quite liking these smaller classes šŸ˜‰ Lots of time for extra work and ammo downrange.

Guns were a wider variety here, Glock 17, S&W M&P, both 9mm Luger, and a lone CZ Tactical Sport in .40SW. Very keen group and I hope that carries over into coming years. Typically there is a high attrition rate but that is the nature of the beast.

Special thanks to Linda and Dave for letting us ā€œremoveā€ some of the sandwiches and lunch goodies the workers did not consume, greatly appreciated.

These guys shot some great groups and it was obvious this wasnā€™t their first day with a gun in their hands. Makes it a lot easier if students come with an accuracy skill level so we can focus on the IPSC part of the course. The addition of ā€œbeepā€ does deteriorate those skills but that is part of the game.

This was my last class until Aug. 09/10, 2014 as there is that little thing called the Nationals being held here at the end of July and I need more trigger time. That said, it is still always a good time to take the course. You have a year after to complete a Qualifier and 2015 should beĀ much more active in Metro Van than this year as nationals are not here (Barrie, ON FYI). Provincials this year are in Kelowna and in Nanaimo in 2015. Start getting ready now!

This group got it that the TC first priority is SAFETY while learning to shoot a wide variety of skills; freestyle, strong hand, weak hand, reloads, kneeling, prone, movement and more that students may encounter in matches.

Remember, once the students have successfully completed the TC, they have achieved the highest level of holster qualification there is. It is now up to them to attend not only IPSC matches but also steel, PPC, IDPA, etc. to improve on those skills learned in the class. Rob Engh can hone some of those skills at his Skills & Drills sessions as well.

Typical gear included Blade-Tech drop offset holsters, DAA Racer mag pouches and the requisite magnetic pouch for those “pick up your mags” stages found in almost all matches.

At the end of the class they shot a mini stage to get the feel for what they mind find in a match. The class instruction covers a wide spectrum of shooting knowledge.

You can join this fast growing dynamic shooting sport by being a class graduate. Classes and more information can be found at http://mdgardner.com/extreme-pistol.htm#SCHED

I look forward to having you involved.

DVC
Murray “DOC” Gardner