October 18th-19th / The Way Forward: Defensive Performance Handgun / BTO Range, TX

Bridging the Gap Between Defensive Shooting and Performance Skills

Many firearms courses focus either on defensive skills or performance shooting-but rarely both. The Way Forward: Defensive Performance Handgun combines these critical elements into one practical, digestible curriculum designed for the everyday concealed carry citizen.
Criminals often train and prepare for violence. As responsible armed citizens, our skills must be equal to or greater than those who would do us harm. This course sets a new standard: your mechanical shooting ability is not just helpful, it’s the minimum requirement to responsibly carry a firearm for self-defense.

What You’ll Learn
This class goes beyond the basics, giving you both technical skill development and mental preparation:
Core Shooting Foundations

• Grip, sights, trigger control, stance, and structure
• Building efficiency, speed, and accuracy under pressure
• Refining equipment for practical, concealed carry use
• Defensive & Mental Framework
• Legal, mental, and philosophical considerations of concealed carry
• Understanding the psychology of violent encounters
• Decision-making processes in potentially lethal defensive engagements

Practical Application

• Drills tailored to concealed carry equipment and carry positions
• Techniques to expand your competency and confidence
• Skills measured against real-world civilian defensive roles

Who Should Attend?

This is not a beginner’s class. Students should already be able to:
Safely carry and manage their firearm
Draw and reholster from concealment
Shoot at a USPSA C-class level or equivalent
If you are serious about concealed carry and ready to push your skills to the next level, this class is for you.

Required Equipment:

• Concealed carry holster (IWB 3-5 o’clock or AIWB)
• Concealed carry/service pistol (.380 or larger, 9mm-.45 ACP)
• Minimum of 3 magazines
• 800 rounds of training ammo + 1 magazine of carry ammo
• Magazine pouch (Blade-Tech or similar)
• Notebook & pen
• Hat
• Eye and electronic ear protection
• Weather-appropriate gear

Recommended Equipment:

• Camp chair
• Water & snacks

Why Take This Class?

• Learn to merge defensive readiness with high-level performance shooting
• Gain the confidence to carry responsibly in everyday life
• Build a foundation that keeps you and your loved ones safer
• Train the way you actually carry-not with gear you’ll never use in public

Important Note:
This class focuses on concealed carry. Do not bring duty rigs, battle belts, or micro-compacts with less than 10-round capacity, as they will limit your performance during drills.