Guest Instructors
Shane Kerwin - Armed Citizen Encounters
DATE: Saturday, January 31 & Sunday, February 1, 2026; 8AM - 5PM
TYPE: Pistol
This course provides essential training in performance pistol shooting, integrating an in-depth understanding of tactical anatomy in a dynamic 360º environment. Students will gain insight into the physiological challenges faced during a lethal force encounter, including reaction times and mental processing speeds—critical factors in making effective tactical decisions.
The second component of this course focuses on life-saving medical interventions that may be necessary after an armed engagement. Classroom instruction will incorporate elements from the Guardian Medical Essentials curriculum, applying them to traumatic injuries sustained in such encounters. Even in a successful defensive shooting, the reality remains that the Armed Citizen or a loved one may sustain injuries.
Kevin Dixie - Defensive Context and Application
DATE: Saturday, March 7 & Sunday, March 8, 2026; 8AM - 5PM
TYPE: Pistol
Step beyond the basics with this two-day advanced defensive pistol course designed for experienced shooters ready to test their skills in real-world contexts. The Evolve Pistol: Defensive Context and Application course challenges students to understand and react to active threats while exploring cognitive processing, human response time, and force application under pressure.
This course is not intended for beginners—participants must have solid firearm fundamentals and manipulation skills. Over two days, students will push mental and physical limits through scenario-driven exercises that simulate the chaos and consequences of defensive encounters.
