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Defensive Shotgun Instructor Development Course

Oilville | Updated: March 29, 2024 03:10 AM
Defensive Shotgun Instructor Development Course

Location: Cavalier Rifle and Pistol Club Dam

Address: 14151 Boondock Lane, Montpelier, VA 23192

Date: 18 Oct

Defensive Shotgun Instructor Course


The shotgun is one of the most effective and versatile weapons available to the average private citizen or police officer. It is also the least understood and most under-utilized weapon system. Learn how to teach students to properly select, modify, feed and operate the defensive shotgun for optimum effectiveness. This intensive course will teach you efficient techniques for handling and shooting the shotgun under stressful conditions. Topics covered include:



Firearms safety, including considerations specific to shotguns

Selection of the fighting shotgun

Modifications and Accessories

Ammunition selection and capabilities

Patterning for optimum performance

Nomenclature and mechanical operation

Shooting technique

Loading/reloading techniques

Safe storage and ready conditions, including cruiser ready

Care and maintenance

Adult teaching methods

Effective coaching

Training aids


Instructor candidates will receive an extensive training manual.

Students will need 300 rounds of birdshot, 100 rounds of buckshot, and 40 slugs. We will have some properly set up loaner shotguns available.



To graduate from this course, student instructors will have to pass a shooting qualification and a written test on the material covered in class.

Refunds are available until 30 days prior to class date. No refunds less than 30 days before class.

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Where is Defensive Shotgun Instructor Development Course in Oilville?

Cavalier Rifle and Pistol Club Dam, 14151 Boondock Lane, Montpelier, VA 23192

When is Defensive Shotgun Instructor Development Course in Oilville?

Defensive Shotgun Instructor Development Course is scheduled for 18 Oct.

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