Open to: 101, 102, 200, or any 2-day handgun course taught by Mike. If you enroll in this class without the pre-requisite you will be removed.

Course Description: 101 and 102 have given you the skills necessary prepared you for to excel in this course. Do you realize that many fights may take place within several feet from you? You should, because they can and do. Having the ability to use your defensive handgun skills and engage threats within 1-3 yards without using a position that might cause you to lose your gun is incredibly important. Learn how to operate and shoot your handgun from close and extreme close quarters positions before you get into a situation where you might need those skills!  This course includes a free video download of all of the essential drills! 

Class Learning Objectives:

• Distance lecture (what is too close)
• Close quarters shooting techniques
• Extreme close quarters shooting techniques
• Close/far transitions
• Weapon strikes

Required Gear:

• Serviceable handgun and magazines (2-3) or speed loaders (2-3)
• Handgun carry gear (we recommend your daily carry holster and gear)
• 500 rounds of ammunition (*Note, this is an estimated quantity due to the unique flexibility of the program, students may shoot more or less)
• 10 rounds of dummy ammunition (your caliber)
• Concealing garment (if you carry concealed)
• Firearms rated eye and ear protection
• Personal comfort items (chair, water, snacks, sunscreen, etc.)
• Notebook and pen

Dates: Oct 23-25, 2020 (3-day class)

Instructors: Mike Seeklander and Rob Leatham

Travel/hotel/Ammunition Information: https://robleatham.com/training/travel-information-az/

Note!!: Sorry, the Shooting-Performance Spring and AWS discount codes are not valid for this class since it is a combined instructor class. 

MANDATORY PRE-REQUISITE: You may ONLY take this class if you are a C class shooter (USPSA) or Marksman (IDPA) or can shoot the Bill Wilson 5x5 skills test in under 30 seconds.  You may find this test here, copy and paste into your browser: (https://www.dropbox.com/s/20ptt4pr22bbdr9/5x5%20Handgun%20Skill%20Test.pdf?dl=0).  If you DO NOT have the skill required to take this course and ignore this guidance and are unprepared to take this class, you may be removed without a refund. 

Course Description: This is a shooting class.  We will deep dive into the mechanics of shooting a handgun with speed and accuracy.  This is NOT a run and gun or ninja tactical class.  Our entire focus is on SHOOTING better. This is your chance to train with multi-time National Champions Mike Seeklander and Rob Leatham!  The “Bigger Circle” concept is the key to this course, and this simply means that shooting skill is the answer to the problem you wish to solve. This course does not separate competitive from defensive, but rather focuses on the keys to successfully solving the shooting problem at hand regardless of sport or task. Taking your skill level to the next level requires a detailed breakdown of the mechanics required to shoot better, and this course will teach you those mechanics. 

Class Learning Objectives:

• High-Performance Marksmanship Principles
• High-Performance Manipulation Techniques
• Understanding the Visual Performance Concepts
• Training Drill Execution for Maximum Effectiveness
• Developing Speed
• Balance and Movement Principles
• Mental Toughness

Required Gear:

• Serviceable handgun and magazines (2-3) or speed loaders (2-3)

• Serviceable handgun carry gear (holster and magazine pouches).  Holster must cover entire trigger guard and safely retain the firearm.  Cheap nylon holsters or holsters that release the firearm with the trigger finger are not allowed. 

• 1000 rounds of standard ammunition

• 500 rounds of frangible ammunition for day 3 (steel day) (*Note, this is an estimated quantity due to the unique flexibility of the program, students may shoot slightly more or less)   

• Notebook and pen

• Personal protective gear (eye and ear protection), electronic hearing protection HIGHLY recommended 

• Dummy rounds appropriate for their caliber handgun (10)

• Water, snacks, chair, sunscreen, or any other personal comfort items desired.

Open to: Anyone who has a basic familiarity with their rifle.  This is not a raw beginner's course, but less experienced shooters are welcome. 

Course Description: This program is the course you need if you plan to use a rifle to defend yourself. It follows the same learning principles as the handgun programs but focuses on the M-4/AR-15 or AK type platforms for self-defense (or operational uses for Military and Law Enforcement operators). This training program is a complete tactical rifle training program designed to teach you how to train for combative purposes with a rifle as your primary weapon. The program will take your rifle shooting to the next level. It is a close/medium range course designed for those who will employ a rifle a close to medium ranges (10-100 yards). The program is like nothing else available today, focusing in not only the execution of skills but in the process to properly train those skills and subsequently improve your results. This course includes a free video download of all of the essential drills!

Class Learning Objectives:

• Principles of Adult Learning
• Heart Rate Management /Combat Breathing
• Mental Preparation for the Fight
• Physical Preparation for the Fight
• Principles of an Effective Training Program
• Rifle and Gear Setup
• Rifle Zeroing Principles
• Rifle Manipulation Techniques
• Principles of the Firing Cycle (high performance marksmanship)
• Principles and Use of Cover
• Low Light Rifle Operation (in some courses)

Required Gear: 

• Serviceable rifle and magazines (2-3) or speed loaders (2-3)
• Serviceable handgun and magazines (2-3)
• Handgun carry gear (we recommend your daily carry holster and gear)
• 1000 rounds of rifle ammunition *Note, this is an estimated quantity due to the unique flexibility of the program, students may shoot more or less   
• Notebook and pen 
• 500 rouns of handgun ammunition
• Electronic ear protection
• Eye protection (rated for firearms training)
• Dummy rounds appropriate for your caliber rifle and handgun (10)
• Water, snacks, chair, sunscreen, or any other personal comfort items desired.

Dates: November 20-22, 2020 (3-day class)

Instructors: Mike Seeklander and Rob Leatham

Travel/hotel/Ammunition Information: https://robleatham.com/training/travel-information-az/

Note!!: Sorry, the Shooting-Performance Spring and AWS discount codes are not valid for this class since it is a combined instructor class. 

MANDATORY PRE-REQUISITE: You may ONLY take this class if you are a C class shooter (USPSA) or Marksman (IDPA) or can shoot the Bill Wilson 5x5 skills test in under 30 seconds.  You may find this test here (copy and paste into your browser: (https://www.dropbox.com/s/20ptt4pr22bbdr9/5x5%20Handgun%20Skill%20Test.pdf?dl=0).  If you DO NOT have the skill required to take this course and ignore this guidance and are unprepared to take this class, you may be removed without a refund. 

Course Description: This is a shooting class.  We will deep dive into the mechanics of shooting a handgun with speed and accuracy.  This is NOT a run and gun or ninja tactical class.  Our entire focus is on SHOOTING better. This is your chance to train with multi-time National Champions Mike Seeklander and Rob Leatham!  The “Bigger Circle” concept is the key to this course, and this simply means that shooting skill is the answer to the problem you wish to solve. This course does not separate competitive from defensive, but rather focuses on the keys to successfully solving the shooting problem at hand regardless of sport or task. Taking your skill level to the next level requires a detailed breakdown of the mechanics required to shoot better, and this course will teach you those mechanics. 

Class Learning Objectives:

• High-Performance Marksmanship Principles
• High-Performance Manipulation Techniques
• Understanding the Visual Performance Concepts
• Training Drill Execution for Maximum Effectiveness
• Developing Speed
• Balance and Movement Principles
• Mental Toughness

Required Gear:

• Serviceable handgun and magazines (2-3) or speed loaders (2-3)

• Serviceable handgun carry gear (holster and magazine pouches).  Holster must cover entire trigger guard and safely retain the firearm.  Cheap nylon holsters or holsters that release the firearm with the trigger finger are not allowed. 

• 1000 rounds of standard ammunition

• 500 rounds of frangible ammunition for day 3 (steel day) (*Note, this is an estimated quantity due to the unique flexibility of the program, students may shoot slightly more or less)   

• Notebook and pen

• Personal protective gear (eye and ear protection), electronic hearing protection HIGHLY recommended 

• Dummy rounds appropriate for their caliber handgun (10)

• Water, snacks, chair, sunscreen, or any other personal comfort items desired.

Open to: Anyone with a current classification in IDPA or USPSA or approval from instructor.

Course Description: Do you want to be your absolute best?  This course is a piece of my total training system that reinforces the techniques covered in my book Your Competition Handgun Training Program. The program will take your shooting to the next level.  Much more than just a class alone, Mike’s full program consists of this class, the book, and videos (Competition Handgun Training Skills and Drills Volume 1 and Volume 2) is like nothing else available today.  It focuses on not only the proper technique and execution of skills but also the critical process necessary to train those skills and subsequently improve your results. This course is ideal for shooting athletes that are newer to the sport and looking for a solid foundation, as well as seasoned shooters looking to gain that competitive edge.  Watch a sampling of concepts covered in class here!  This course includes a free video download of all of the essential drills!

Class Learning Objectives:

• Principles of Adult Learning
• Heart Rate Management /Focus Breathing
• Mental Preparation
• Physical Preparation
• Principles of an Effective Training Program
• Competition Gear and Firearm Setup
• Principles of Dry Fire Training (manipulation training)
• Principles of the Firing Cycle (high performance marksmanship)
• Live Fire Micro and Macro Drills (firing cycle)
• Stage Movement Principles
• Concepts of a Proper Live Fire Training Session

Required Gear:

• Serviceable handgun and magazines (2-3) or speed loaders (2-3)
• Handgun carry gear (we recommend your competition holster and gear)
• 1200 rounds (*Note, this is an estimated quantity due to the unique flexibility of the program, students may shoot more or less)   
• Firearm and all related equipment
• Notebook and pen
• Electronic ear protection (check out Howard Leight brand)
• Shooting rated eye protection 
• Dummy rounds appropriate for their caliber handgun (10)
• Water, snacks, chair, sunscreen, or any other personal comfort items desired
• Electronic hearing protection