Carbine Retention & Fighting Course in Phoenix, AZ
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should have moderate fitness to actively engage in physical retention and close-quarters drills.
Overview
Master vital personal defense skills in Phoenix with Arizona Home Defense's Carbine Retention & Fighting course. This 4-hour class teaches effective techniques for close-quarters combat and weapon retention under stress.
Carbine Retention & Fighting
4 Hours • Carbine Retention Training • Self Defense Training • Book Now
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About This Adventure
This intensive 4-hour course equips participants with essential skills for personal defense using a carbine. Learn effective techniques for close-quarters combat, weapon retention, and stress management. Gain confidence in high-pressure situations while mastering unique strategies like carbine disarms and bodyweight fighting, ensuring you're prepared when avoidance isn't an option.
Duration
4 Hours / 1 Day
Course Description
Handguns have become the default personal defense platform for concealed and everyday carry. This course introduces lawful protective actions, employment of reasonable and proportionate use of force, the basic concepts of carbine retention, and protective empty-hand combat techniques while employing a carbine. Students will learn to employ their carbine as a less than lethal tool and how to use it effectively from compromised physical positions. They will also receive instruction in proven methods for training the mind to adapt and focus during high-stress situations. The critical skills of close-quarters counterattack and weapon retention techniques are the core of this course of instruction and are directly applicable in circumstances where avoidance is not optional.
What to Expect
Carbine Retention
Shooting at Close Range
How to Fall With a Carbine
Stress Inoculation Training (SIT)
Bodyweight Fight Training Exercises
Fighting in the Clinch with a Carbine
Carbine Disarms
Angles of Counterattack
The Five Strikes of an Unloaded or Malfunctioned Gun
Adventure Tips
Wear Comfortable, Protective Clothing
Choose clothing that allows full movement and covers your arms and legs to protect yourself during physical drills.
Arrive Hydrated and Rested
The course demands focus and stamina; hydration and rest enhance your performance.
Bring Hearing and Eye Protection
Use high-quality ear and eye protection to safeguard yourself on the range from loud noise and debris.
Understand Local Firearm Laws
Familiarize yourself with Arizona firearm regulations to ensure compliance during training.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Cactus wren
- Desert tortoise
History
Phoenix's roots stretch back to indigenous communities and early settlers, with a strong focus on desert survival skills reflected in local defense practices.
Conservation
Local organizations emphasize minimizing environmental impact by maintaining clean ranges and preserving surrounding desert habitats.
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Adventure Hotspots in Phoenix
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Shooting Gloves
Protects hands during weapon retention drills and provides better grip.
Sturdy Closed-Toe Shoes
Offers support and safety while moving quickly during physical exercises.
Wide-Brimmed Hat
Helps shield your face and neck from the intense Arizona sun.
summer specific
Reusable Water Bottle
Staying hydrated is critical during vigorous training under the desert sun.