Shotgun 1
Class Overview
This class is designed for those who want to learn the fundamentals of the shotgun or those who are already proficient but need a “tune-up”! The class will focus on the different types of shotguns and shotgun selection, what accessories to outfit your shotgun with for maximum performance, what kind of ammunition to use and under what circumstances, patterning the shotgun, shotgun safety for home use, storage and much more.
Equipment
- Clean and oiled Shotgun in good working condition*
- Sling
- 175 rounds of Birdshot
- 15 rounds of Buckshot
- 15 Slugs (If you can’t find anywhere to purchase slugs you will still be able to fully participate)
- Eye and ear protection
Please note that WE DO NOT ALLOW THE USE OF STEEL SHOT on our range. If you’re unsure as to what type of ammo you have please contact us.
*Rental firearms are available for every class we offer, but we do need to know ahead of time in order to have one ready for you. Please make sure to indicate your need to rent a firearm when you sign up for a class.
For shotgun rentals please call us to confirm they are available as we have a limited supply
Class Details
Class Tuition:
From: $550.00
Prerequisites:
If you have not completed the prerequisite class with ITTS, but you have prior formal training that was recent and comprable in both subject matter and duration, contact us to discuss your candidacy for this class. Your prior training will need to have been from a qualified and verifiable source that meets our school’s standards.
LEO and Military are exempt from this prerequisite.
Day & Times:
This is a 2-day class:
Sat 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sun 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location:
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! We have firearms available to rent for all our classes. When you rent a shotgun from us you will receive a full rental package which will include: the firearm, all necessary associated equipment (ear and eye protection, a sling, etc.) as well as ammunition for your training.
Come to class with (or rent from us) either a pump-action or semi-automatic shotgun in either 12 gauge or 20 gauge. 12 gauge is by far the most common, but women and those who are smaller in stature sometimes enjoy shooting 20 gauge because there is less recoil.
The most common pump-action shotguns and what we tend to recommend are either the Remington 870 or Mossberg 590. For semi-autos we prefer the Beretta 1301 or the Benelli M4. There are plenty of other options for pump-action and semi-autos, but in our experience many of the others just aren’t as reliable, which is not something you would want for self-defense.
Keep in mind that even if you buy a quality Remington, Mossberg, Beretta or Benelli, they don’t always come right out of the box fully set up and ready for training and self-defense. There are specific specs you will want to make sure to achieve before attending a class. Without getting into too much detail, here is some basic guidance about ideal the shotgun setup for our classes. At a minimum, a shotgun should have:
– An extended magazine tube
– A side saddle
– A sling (1 or 2 point slings both work, it’s personal preference)
– Either ghost ring sights or a red dot optic. If going the red dot route then check out Trijicon, Aimpoint, Vortex and Holosun. Red dots will need to be properly mounted before attending class.
PLEASE NOTE: We do not allow bullpup style shotguns such as the Kel-Tec KSG and others in our classes. They have proven to be unreliable with far more malfunctions than traditional designs, they can be very unsafe because of their short overall length, resulting in the support hand being extremely close to the muzzle, and in many cases because of their design, they limit the ability to run the shotgun in the ideal manner.
For further questions don’t hesitate to contact us and we will help guide you to a setup that will serve you well in our classes.
We don’t sell ammunition if you are bringing your own firearm, you will need to supply your own. We only provide ammunition to students who are renting firearms from us for training. If you need help figuring out where to purchase ammunition, please contact us and we would be happy to suggest some shops near you.
We DO NOT allow the use of steel shot during any of our shotgun classes for safety reasons.
Booking
1) Select a student quantity
2) Mark if you need a rental
3) Choose a date
4) Click “ADD BOOKING”
No need to pay now for the rental. Simply indicate how many rentals are needed and you will pay for the rental on the day of your class.
All rentals come with ammo and all other associated equipment. We will have everything ready for you at your class.
