Defense Go Learn, Atlanta: Defensive Handgun Recoil Staff August 3, 2015 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Learn More Find out more about how we test products. Summer is coming to an end. The kids will soon be back at school if they haven't already; have you attended any professional training yet this season? If not, maybe consider Defensive Handgun Fundamentals and Defensive Handgun I in Atlanta at end of the month with Sage Dynamics. Classes are $225 each or $400 for both in combination. The Fundamentals course is intended for those with little or no formal experience operating a handgun. You'll learn safe handling and efficient operation of both semi-autos and revolvers, and will cover such topics as real world vs. range safety, equipment selection, carry positions and cover garments, stress effects on the body, threat anatomy, marksmanship fundamentals, considerations of actions after a deadly force encounter and a lot more. Defensive Handgun I picks up where Defensive Handgun Fundamentals leaves off. In this course, students will be required to perform in less-than-ideal shooting positions against less-than-ideal threats, fully utilizing the 3D nature of training. You'll focus mostly on practical application of the fundamentals while movement and under stress. Topics will include the Sympathetic Nervous System, weapon operation after catastrophic malfunction, the reality vs. academic perception of the OODA loop, practical vs. precision accuracy, ammunition management, Occam's Razor in the context of force confrontations and planning, explosive movement and shooting on the move, use of cover, identifying ideal and workable cover/concealment, defense of third parties, managing multiple threats (360 environment, shoot/don’t shoot situational recognition and a hell of a lot more. It might seem like you're drinking from the firehose, but it will be money well spent. Note that Sage Dynamics offers Gen 4 Glock 17 handguns for rental, the fee is $50.00 per day. All students will be subject to a criminal background check. To register for either course, contact to sage@sagedynamics.org. Sage Dynamics is on Instagram (@sagedynamics), Facebook and YouTube. There's a hell of a lot to do in Atlanta, but if you haven't tried it already (or if you're coming in from out of town to attend this course) you might oughta check out the Bone Garden Cantina. It's badass. Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
