Edwards Training Center & Outdoor Range

Saturday, December 9, 2017 | 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Church Security & Safety Team Training

There are prerequesites for this class that exist: each participant MUST have a CCW and have taken and passed a Basic Pistol/Handgun Safety Class. If you would like to attend and have not had either class, you may contact us for a class prior to this course.

This course is specifically designed to provide the response and action to stop an attacker or threat and initially train a Church Security and Safety team. This is a hands-on, high-paced class that will provide instruction on:

• Situational Awareness within your church & during church activities
• Empty Hand-on-Hand fighting, disarmament & take-down proceedures
• Shoot and no-shoot situations
• Selecting a shot among no-shoot scenarios
• Firearm carry options and advanced shoot techniques
• Drawing and shooting from concealment
• Initlal Trauma First Aid & Medical Treatment

Participants wishing to take this course MUST FIRST obtain a letter from their Pastor or church administration indicated they have been granted permission and will be representing that church in this training. The letter must be provided upon registration for this course.

This course is a full day of training; we will begin with a safety brief following by insight and education on situational awareness. Afterwards, a physical hands-on portion of empty-hand fighting and disarmament and grappling on unarmed assailants. Then, a significant portion will be devoted to live fire range training. Finally, instruction on initial trauma first aid and immediate life saving proceedures.

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• Preferred semi-automatic pistol/sidearm in caliber of your choice
• Minimum 350 Rnd(s) of ammunition (no reloads except factory reloads permitted) - 400 recommended
• Sturdy belt, strong side holster or concealed carry holster rig
• Minimum three (3) pistol magazines; four (4) pistol magazines if low capacity
• Magazine pouch/magazine belt holder
• A cover garment such as old jacket, flannel shirt/coat or old sport coat you can wear and don't mind getting dirty, beat up or physical in (to simulate Sunday church dress)
• Eye and Ear Protection
• Ballcap or hat with a brim is recommended
• Proper Range Attire (This shall include comfortable clothing that will allow you movement in the physical aspects of this course. Please dress accordingly for outdoor range activities.)
• Lunch, snacks, beverage(s) (bottle with a cap)

Due to the popularity of this FREE course, particiption is limited to a first-come, first-serve basis allowing up four (4) members from each church to register and provide training for a number of churches in the area. If open spaces remain, additional members from your church may participate. You will be notified if additional spaces are available by Thursday, December 7.

To register, please follow the link below and include the names and contact information for each member who is attending the training on behalf of your church. If you have any questions, you may contact us for additional information.