skill builder

Starting in September 2019 we have revised our Skill Builders in three ways:

1) we have combined complimentary skills into single Skill Builders such as Failure to Stop and Malfunction Clearances, 2) All Skill builder will now incorporate 50 round courses of fire, and 3) we have added three new Skill Builders including; Defending Occupied Motor Vehicles, Movement in the Home, and Moving Targets.

Indy Arms provides a great way to build your skills with handguns without breaking the bank; bi-monthly Classroom/live fire skill builders! Each 1.5 hour session will focus on a specific hand gun skill taught by an Indy Arms instructor. Each skill builder is focused on a specific defensive/tactical/ accuracy skill set. Skill Builders will be taught on the range using dry and live fire practice for a cost of $25.00. Students should bring required gear (see specific skill builders) and price does NOT include ammo. Skill Builders are on the 2^nd and 4^th Wednesday of each month from 7pm-8:30pm.

Participation will be tracked and certificates will be awarded for successful completion of multiple Skill Builder sessions: Attend any 6 or more different Skill Builders for a Certificate of Achievement, 9 or more for a Certificate of Distinction, and attend 12 or more for a Certificate of Mastery.

Most Skill Builders will be practiced from low ready; however, a reliable outside the waistband (OWB) holster can be used for all skill builders.

Skill Builders Currently Offered Include (check training calendar for specific dates):

1. Failure to Stop Drill and Malfunction Clearances: Focusing on changing point of aim when center mass shots are not resulting in a stoppage. Additionally, the three primary stoppages experienced with semi-automatic handguns will be demonstrated and practiced. Gear: Semi-Automatic Handgun, 2 Magazines, 50 rounds of ammo
2. Defending Occupied Motor Vehicle: Simulating the skills needed to safely and effectively defend yourself from your occupied vehicle. Gear: Handgun, Inside or Outside the Waistband holster, 50 rounds of ammo
3. Multiple Target Engagement and Speed Reloads: Various drills focused on multiple attackers paired with the techniques to quickly reload your gun. Gear: Semi-Automatic Handgun, 1 or more OWB magazine pouches, 2 magazines, 50 rounds of ammo
4. Movement in the Home: Indoor movement and securing rooms. Gear: Handgun, Inside or Outside the Waistband holster, 50 rounds of ammo
5. Offhand Shooting and Wound Simulation Shooting: Practicing with one handed and non-dominant hand shooting. Reloading and malfunction clearances with non-dominant hand. Gear: Semi-Automatic Handgun, Inside or Outside the Waistband holster, 1 or more OWB magazine pouches, 2 magazines, 50 rounds of ammo
6. Moving Target Engagement: Defensively engaging moving targets will be practiced. Gear: Handgun, 50 rounds of ammo
7. The Draw and Shoot /Don’t Shoot: Techniques for safely drawing your firearm will be discussed and target engagement, verbal commands, and quick decision making will be focused on. Gear: Handgun, Inside or Outside the Waistband holster, 50 rounds of ammo
8. Low Light Shooting: Engaging targets in low light will be practiced. Gear: Handgun, 50 rounds of ammo, Flash light or rail mounted light
9. Shooting from Cover: Techniques for using and understanding the role of cover and concealment in a defensive shooting will be covered. Gear: Handgun, 50 rounds of ammo
10. Shooting while Moving: Engaging targets while moving will be the focus on this skill builder. Gear: Handgun, Inside or Outside the Waistband holster, 50 rounds of ammo
11. Qualification Shooting: Learn about the qualification tests many law enforcement and security personnel have to pass and then shoot a qualification course. Gear: Handgun, 50 rounds of ammo
12. Accuracy Shooting: Techniques for increasing accuracy and improving your scores in competition will be practiced. Gear: Handgun, 50 rounds of ammo
13. GSSF Specific Accuracy Training. Practice with the typical GSSF course of fire for indoor competition. Gear: Semi-Automatic Handgun, 50 rounds of ammo, multiple magazines

Prerequisites: Students should have a basic understanding of firearms safety having completed Indy Arms’ Introduction to Firearms, Basic Defensive Handgun, or similar course.

Course Completion: Students completing six or more Skill Builders at any time will receive a certificate

Cost: $25.00

Included:

• Personal Protection Equipment: Eye and Ear Rental
• Targets

Customer Responsibility/Gear:

• Complete Liability Waiver prior to the start of class – Click Here
• Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to class for check in
• Handgun and 50 rounds of ammo
• Additional Gear (holsters, magazines, flashlight, etc.) vary by Skill Builder (see above)

NOTES:

• Handguns may be rented for $10.00; rental handguns must use ammunition purchased from Indy Arms
• Students under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult (ask about a youth discount for training classes)
• Students arriving more than 10 minutes after the designated start time may not be allowed into class and may need to reschedule

***Please come in 15- 20 min early to complete the necessary check in process before any training class. This will give us time to verify your range waiver at the counter. This is also the time to buy ammo, Holster, Hearing protection, anything you will need for the class. Classes start promptly and we don’t want you to miss anything.***