During the week of May 16 through 20, we presented the second evolution of the Gunsite CIVILIAN COUNTER-TERROR/RESPONSE TO ACTIVE SHOOTER class. Eight students, all with previous Gunsite experience, attended the event. This evolution included a number of refinements decided on during the March CCTRAS class. The class is intended to provide students with the information and skills necessary to manage a critical incident related to an active killer/mass attack event. In addition, the class provides information on international and domestic terror groups. The information regarding terror … [Read more...]
Gunsite 250 goes to Wichita Kansas
Announcement! We are very proud to announce that Thunderbird Firearms Academy has been selected to be the Central States Satellite for Gunsite Academy! We will be offering the 250 Handgun class later this fall! We are excited to be part of the Gunsite family and help continue their legacy. Please share this post to help spread the word that Gunsite training is coming to Kansas! … [Read more...]
Left Handed Pistol Manipulation
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Fear the Donga
This article contributed by Bob Owens of Bearing Arms. It’s relatively easy to build up a false sense of confidence in your defensive firearm skills on a square range shooting at stationary targets from a fixed position. Things get a bit more interesting, however, when we start incorporating movement, and encountering targets hidden in rugged real-world terrain. At the Gunsite Academy 350 Intermediate Pistol course we had the opportunity to put our skills to the test not just on square range, but in indoor simulators both during the day and at night, in force-on-force training against … [Read more...]
Defensive Vehicle Class Paid Off
After spending a week at Gunsite Academy for the Alumni Shoot and a five-day class, I was heading home tired but happy. I pulled off the interstate at a truck stop to get a cup of coffee and find my iPad (gotta have music to keep me awake.) Because I needed to open car doors to rummage through my gear, I parked nose-in at the side of the main building where there was space and no activity. Behind my car was a large open paved area with no vehicles. It was morning and I casually scanned the area as I went through my gear. I mean, after a week at Gunsite who would not be in condition … [Read more...]
Back to Gunfighter School – 350 Pistol
This article posted on the Bearing Arms website by Bob Owens. Gunsite Academy has been dubbed the “Harvard of Handguns,” and with good reason. Founded by Col. Jeff Cooper as the American Pistol Institute in 1976 to teach the Modern Technique of the Pistol, this shooting school in the high desert outside Paulden, Arizona is home to a cadre of incredibly-talented firearms instructors. Gunsite teaches everyone from first-time shooters, to hard-core competitors, to law enforcement and military special operations forces… and even royalty. Gunsite’s signature course is 250 Pistol, which for … [Read more...]
Experts Pick Concealed Carry Weapon of Choice
Tactical-Life chose Gunsite's President Buz Mills as one of their experts weighing in on their concealed carry weapon of choice and it's setup. Buz Mills Affiliation: Gunsite Academy Position: Owner and CEO CCW Of Choice: .45 ACP 1911, G19 9mm Modifications: Novak sights Ammo: Remington Golden Saber Holster: C. Rusty Sherrick horsehide leather Why? I work and travel a lot. I carry that which is readily available in the environment in which I have to work. I am comfortable with both calibers and both weapons. Both will get the job done if you will. To see more expert … [Read more...]
NSSF First Shots Sweepstakes
Gunsite is sponsoring the NSSF FirstShots Sweepstakes and we are the GRAND PRIZE - a $6,000 package! Grand Prize: Gunsite Academy Handgun Training Prize Package for one (1) person Click here to sign up today! Package includes: 5 days defensive pistol training at Gunsite Academy (for one (1) person) 6 nights standard lodging Reimbursement of roundtrip coach airfare, economy rental car, and meals Firearms and equipment rental Ammunition American Tactical Imports $150 Gift Card Jason Winnie Leathergoods 1911 Holster BLACKHAWK! Range Bag Hornady Gift Assortment – … [Read more...]
Death in the Office
Force on Force training at Gunsite. There are over 100 million Americans gun owners, and of those, there are almost 13 million with concealed carry permits. Many others practice open carry, and/or live in a state where permitting is not required. While not everyone who has the option to carry a firearm with them in their daily lives opts to do so all the time for a wide range of reasons, it is probably reasonable to suggest that on any given day there are probably at least a million lawfully-armed citizens walking down our streets with a firearm in their possession. To continue reading … [Read more...]
350 Pistol Simulators – Oct. 1st, 2015
These pictures were taken in the North Draw outside simulator and the Playhouse indoor simulator at Gunsite Academy. Shoot-off pictures are coming tomorrow. [envira-gallery id="6705"] … [Read more...]
Crimson Trace/Gunsite Sweepstakes
The Gunsite Academy 250 Defensive Pistol Course is known as "The Gunsite Experience". First presented in 1976 by Colonel Jeff Cooper, 250 graduates will be well-grounded in the Modern Technique of the Pistol. The Crimson Trace Gunsite 250 Pistol course covers the complete 250 doctrine, while adding in the practical use of laser sights. One lucky winner (and guest of their choice) will receive airfare, course registration fees, and lodging. The course is scheduled for October 12-16, 2015. In addition, the lucky winner will participate in the course with Empty Cases' Richard Mann, who will … [Read more...]
Defensive Vehicle Tactics Training
May 25-29 at Gunsite Academy and July 15-19 in Tennessee We all spend a lot of time in our vehicles. The first two days are spent on the square range learning Gunsite Doctrine. The next three days are spent learning how to employ tactics from, in and around your vehicle. We will cover carry methods, how to draw while seat belted in your car. You will shoot from vehicles and learn how to fight your way out of and back into your car, truck or van. Scenarios using Simunitions with experienced role players highlight the final day and reinforce the tactics learned. There will be other … [Read more...]
Defensive Vehicle Tactics
May 18-22 at the Gunsite Ranch July 15-19 in Tennessee We all spend a lot of time in our vehicles. This class focuses on tactics and techniques that apply to situations where you are in and around your vehicle. The first two days are spent on the square range learning Gunsite Doctrine. The next three days are spent learning how to employ tactics from, in and around your vehicle. We will cover carry methods, how to draw while seat belted in your car. You will shoot from vehicles and learn how to fight your way out of and back into your car, truck or van. Scenarios using Simunitions with … [Read more...]
Colorado Offsite Two Day Pistol Class
This 2 day pistol course in Nunn Colorado will cover the Modern Technique, speed reloads vs. tactical reloads, weapon malfunctions, pivots and turns, barricades, tactical guidelines. This class is an excellent opportunity for you to understand the Gunsite experience and what it can do for you. Certified training can provide a firewall of protection against civil lawsuits for negligence and lack of qualified training. Sign up today: https://www.gunsite.com/classes/colorado-two-day-pistol-class/ June 13-14 Ammunition requirements: 600 rounds of ball Pre-requisite - … [Read more...]
New Indiana Offsite Courses
2015 Indiana Offsite Courses Offsite Training at Boone County Sheriff's Range, Lebanon Indiana Have you always wanted to experience Gunsite and The Modern Technique, yet found it challenging to take the time and monies to travel to the high desert of Arizona? Gunsite makes training opportunities available for pistol, carbine, shotgun and more in other locations at a reduced tuition and lesser travel expenses. Learn how to fight with your pistol, carbine or shotgun over a three (3) day weekend and experience what a difference Gunsite can make in your life. 150 Three Day Pistol July … [Read more...]
NEW! Tennessee Offsite Courses
Pistol Simulators - April 15 Carbine Simulators - April 16 Pocket Pistol - April 17-18 Edged Weapons - April 19 Close Quarters Pistol - August 24-28 Defensive Vehicle Tactics - July 27-31 Defensive 3 Gun - November 2-6 Offsite classes held in Nunnelly Tennessee PRI is Personal Responsibility Inc., a firearms training company. www.prifirearmstraining. The nearest hospital is the TriStar Horizon Medical Center in Dickson, TN., approximately 20 miles from the range. We are registered with Life Flight and they have our GPS coordinates on file. The nearest airport is Nashville … [Read more...]
