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)
• Firearms rated eye protection
• Dummy rounds appropriate for their caliber handgun (10)
• Water, snacks, chair, sunscreen, or any other personal comfort items desired

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.

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

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

Open to: 111 graduates or 210 (2-day)

Course Description: Your foundation is solid, however, new skills still await you. Are your fundamentals wired tight enough to perform well on the X-drill’s?  This course will introduce you to them.  Movement is a huge key in competing at higher levels and this course will show you how to move through a stage without wasting time. The keys to performing well at matches are the fundamentals and moving efficiently and we will tie those together in this course.  This course includes a free video download of all of the essential drills!

Class Learning Objectives:

• X-Drill Series
• Competition pivot
• Moving draw process
• Short stage movement techniques
• Long stage movement techniques

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)
• Electronic ear muffs (not mandatory, but HIGHLY recommended, check out Impact Sport brand)
• Firearms rated eye protection
• Personal comfort items (chair, water, snacks, sunscreen, etc.)
• Notebook and pen