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Scout
2-Day Course

From fundamentals to flow — execute under control.

You’ve built the foundation. Now it’s time to run the system.
Scout is where shooters move beyond basic mechanics and begin learning how to perform under pressure. You’ll take the fundamentals developed in Pathfinder and apply them through structured drills that introduce cadence, decision-making, and real-time problem solving.

This course isn’t about shooting more—it’s about shooting with purpose. You’ll work from the holster, learn to manage recoil at speed, and begin handling reloads and malfunctions without breaking focus. As the pace increases, you’ll discover that accuracy doesn’t come from slowing down—it comes from maintaining control while everything else speeds up.

Through guided instruction, repetition, and light competitive pressure, Scout builds the ability to stay disciplined, think clearly, and execute consistently. By the end of the course, you won’t just understand the fundamentals—you’ll be able to apply them when it matters.

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What you’ll learn

  • Draw Stroke Fundamentals: Safely and efficiently present the firearm from the holster with consistency and control.
  • Controlled Cadence: Manage speed without sacrificing accuracy by understanding sight return and recoil timing.
  • Reload Mechanics: Perform smooth, deliberate speed and tactical reloads while maintaining awareness and control.
  • Malfunction Clearing: Diagnose and resolve common firearm stoppages quickly and safely without losing focus.
  • Shooting Under Pressure: Apply fundamentals in real time through structured drills and light competition

Duration/What you will need

This class is a 2-Day (16 hour) class that will be mostly range work.

Range requirements:
- A minimum of 600 rounds (extra rounds for any reshoots).
- Firearm.
- Eye/ear protection.
- Comfortable clothing.
- Ridged holster.
- Sturdy belt.
- Mag pouch(es).
- 3 mags.

A 1 hour lunch break will be given but no food is provided. Please plan accordingly.

Prerequisite

Must be legally allowed to possess and/or own a firearm.

‍Completion of Pathfinder or equivalent foundational firearms training

‍Safe firearm handling skills (muzzle discipline, trigger control, following commands)
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Ability to consistently hit an A-Zone sized target at close distance.

Comfortable working from a holster (or willing to learn under close supervision).

Participants should be physically able to engage in moderate to intense activity, but we’re here to work with you — not against you.

Scout is built on a simple principle: fundamentals don’t change—performance does.This course takes the mechanics developed in Pathfinder and puts them under increasing demand. Training begins with a quick confirmation of fundamentals, then shifts into structured drills that introduce time, pressure, and decision-making.Students work from the holster, manage recoil at speed, and begin solving problems in real time—whether that’s executing a reload or clearing a malfunction without breaking focus. The pace increases, but the standard remains the same: control the gun, control the outcome.Instruction is still hands-on and coaching-driven, but the expectation changes. Students are encouraged to trust their fundamentals and apply them without hesitation. Mistakes are corrected in the moment, and success is built through repetition under realistic conditions.As the course progresses, light competition and performance-based drills are introduced to elevate stress in a controlled environment. This is where shooters begin to see the difference between simply knowing the fundamentals—and being able to execute them when it matters.By the end of the course, students aren’t just shooting—they’re running the gun with purpose, control, and confidence.

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Who can enroll in your classes?

Our courses are open to civilians, security professionals, and first-time firearm owners. You must meet Arizona state eligibility requirements for specific certifications.

What should I bring to training?

Bring a valid photo ID, any required paperwork, and your firearm if you own one. Safety gear and ammunition requirements will be provided upon registration.

Do you offer CCW and Guard Card certification?

Yes, we provide Arizona Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) permit courses and both unarmed and armed Guard Card certification. All training meets state standards.

Is live-fire training included?

Most courses include live-fire range sessions under instructor supervision. Some classroom-only options are available for legal and safety instruction.