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Defensive Pistol 2
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Defensive Pistol 2

Defensive Pistol 2

Refine Your Skills. Increase Your Performance.

A solid foundation is only the beginning. Guardian Training Center's Defensive Pistol 2 is designed for shooters who are ready to move beyond the fundamentals and develop greater speed, efficiency, and confidence with their handgun.

Building upon the skills learned in Defensive Pistol 1, this live-fire course focuses on improving weapon manipulation, defensive shooting fundamentals, and the ability to perform under increased pressure. Students will work through more challenging drills designed to develop consistency, accuracy, and the ability to solve defensive shooting problems.

This course bridges the gap between basic handgun skills and more advanced defensive training.

Course Topics

Throughout this course, students will build upon their foundation and learn:

  • Advanced handgun manipulation

  • Improving speed and accuracy

  • Drawing from concealment

  • Presentation from the holster

  • Reloads under stress

  • Malfunction clearance

  • Multiple target engagements

  • Target transitions

  • Shooting from different positions

  • Movement fundamentals

  • Shooting while moving

  • Use of cover and concealment

  • Defensive decision-making

  • Performance under stress

What to Bring

Students are required to bring the following equipment:

  • Reliable semi-automatic handgun in safe working condition

  • Minimum of 350 rounds of factory ammunition

  • Minimum of three magazines (five recommended)

  • Magazine pouches

  • Concealed carry holster that completely covers the trigger guard

  • Sturdy belt designed for supporting a handgun and equipment

  • Concealment garment (recommended)

  • Eye and ear protection

  • Baseball cap or brimmed hat

  • Closed-toe shoes

  • Weather-appropriate clothing suitable for outdoor training

  • Water, snacks, and lunch

  • Basic handgun cleaning and lubrication kit

Students are responsible for bringing all required equipment. Proper gear is essential to fully participate in the course and maximize your training experience.

Prerequisites

Students must have successfully completed Defensive Pistol 1 (or an equivalent defensive handgun course approved by Guardian Training Center) and demonstrate safe firearm handling and basic handgun proficiency.

Students should be comfortable loading, unloading, drawing from a holster, performing reloads, and safely manipulating their handgun before attending this course.

Course Goal

By the end of Defensive Pistol 2, students will have improved their ability to efficiently operate a handgun in a defensive environment while developing greater confidence, speed, and accuracy.

At Guardian Training Center, we train beyond the static firing line. Our goal is to build capable, responsible, and prepared armed citizens who can perform when it matters most.

Sharpen your skills. Increase your confidence. Be ready.

Schedule

July 2026
Sat, Jul 18, 2026
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT
Illinois State Rifle Association Range
October 2026
Sat, Oct 24, 2026
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT
Illinois State Rifle Association Range

Venue

Illinois State Rifle Association Range

1789 N. 7000W Rd, Bonfield, IL, 60913

In person

Tickets

Next session: Sat, Jul 18, 2026

Defensive Pistol 2 $150.00
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