This course is held at Bridle Iron South Refugio Texas.
There is on site lodging for an additional fee. Contact us for details.
The course meets and exceeds the TCOLE mandated requirements. A local law enforcement reporting agency is reporting the course credit hours to TCOLE.
TCOLE #2529, Red Dot Sight Defensive /Duty Pistol – 16hr
This course is designed around the addition of a Red Dot Sight on your defensive/duty pistol. We'll focus on the fundamentals and learning the skills you need to comfortably handle your RDS pistol in many different situations! Broaden your knowledge and sharpen your skills! This course will bring you up to speed on how to use the RDS equipped pistol to its full potential. From zeroing to distance and speed shooting to include support side shooting.
You will leave the class with a greater understanding and more advance skill level.
TCOLE #2529 Red Dot Optics Firearms Training. This course meets the curriculum and credit will be given for 16 hours to Texas Peace Officers.
Course Vitals
Red Dot Optic equipped semi-auto pistol
2 days
Approx. 300 minimum (more is better)
Training Topics
RDS Zeroing
RDS ballistic information
RDS usage
RDS best practices
RDS Holster selection
RDS Parallax
RDS occluded eye shooting
Safety
Overview of common support equipment
Proper Stance and grip
Firing sequence
Loading/Reloading techniques
Weak side shooting, injury shooting
RDS selection
Multiple targets at multiple distances under stress.
Equipment List
Working quality RDS equipped pistol
Kydex Belt holster and magazine pouch
Cleaning gear for pistol
Pen, pencil and writing material
Eye and ear protection
Appropriate Range clothing
Durable boots or footwear
Camelback or other water system
Shooting gloves
Bag, backpack or rucksack to carry gear
Ammunition
Minimum 2 magazines (3 or more recommended)
Pouches to carry extra magazines
Recommended Equipment (optional)
Sunscreen
Bug Spray
Hat or Ball Cap
Rain Gear
Long sleeved shirts and long pants
Lightweight Lawn Chair
Water and energy drinks
Snacks to maintain energy levels
Bring your lunch
** LEO/Military Discounts
*** Loaner Weapons are available but limited
**** Ammunition may be available for purchase, contact us