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Defensive Shotgun: Home Defense

A beginner-friendly shotgun course focused on safe handling, operation, and confidence.

Starts Jul 5
150 US dollars
RAAFA Tactical Training Center

Available spots


Service Description

DEFENSIVE SHOTGUN: HOME DEFENSE is a practical shotgun training course for students who already understand basic shotgun safety and operation and are ready to apply the platform in a defensive context. This course focuses on RESPONSIBLE HOME DEFENSE SHOTGUN USE, including ready positions, defensive presentation, distance-based application, recoil control, follow-up shots, ammunition management, use of cover, shooting positions, and keeping the shotgun running under pressure. Students will work through structured drills designed to build CONFIDENCE, ACCOUNTABILITY, and practical understanding of how the shotgun performs in realistic defensive situations. This is not about hype or intimidation. This class is about learning how to use the shotgun with control, purpose, and responsibility. THIS IS NOT A BEGINNER SHOTGUN CLASS. Students should already be comfortable loading, unloading, handling, and firing their shotgun safely. Completion of INTRO TO DEFENSIVE SHOTGUN is strongly recommended. WHO THIS COURSE IS FOR: Students Who Completed INTRO TO DEFENSIVE SHOTGUN Shotgun Owners With Basic Platform Familiarity Home Defenders Who Want Practical Training Students Ready To Move Beyond Basic Shotgun Operation Responsible Gun Owners Seeking More Confidence With Defensive Shotgun Use WHAT YOU WILL LEARN: >Defensive Shotgun Ready Positions >Presentation From Ready >Accountable Shot Placement >Distance-Based Shotgun Use >Recoil Control And Follow-Up Shots >Ammunition Management And Topping Off >Use Of Cover >Standing And Kneeling Positions >Basic Movement To Cover >Defensive Follow-Through And Reassessment PREREQUISITES: Students should have basic shotgun experience and be able to safely load, unload, chamber check, and fire their shotgun. Completion of INTRO TO DEFENSIVE SHOTGUN is strongly recommended. WHAT TO BRING: Safe, Functional Shotgun Eye And Ear Protection Ammunition Shotgun Shell Carrier, Side Saddle, Or Pouch If Available Weather-Appropriate Clothing If Training Outdoors Notebook If Desired IMPORTANT NOTE: This course is focused on PRACTICAL DEFENSIVE SHOTGUN USE in a HOME DEFENSE context. Students must demonstrate safe gun handling and follow all instructor commands. Unsafe behavior, unsafe equipment, or failure to follow safety instructions may result in removal from class WITHOUT REFUND.


Upcoming Sessions


Cancellation Policy

Students are able to cancel 30 days in advance to the class date in order to receive a full refund. Cancellation request submitted less than 20 days before the class will not be refunded but may receive tuition credit towards another course. Students that cancel within 7 days of the class will not receive a refund or tuition credit. In the event of an emergency or urgent unforeseeable circumstance, students may request tuition credit after 7 days ,which will be reviewed on a case by case basis, however there is no guarantee.


Contact Details

  • 215 Tremont Street, Rochester, NY, USA

    585-585-203-6508

    raafatactical@gmail.com


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