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		<title>Defensive Handgun for the Armed Citizen</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chuck]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 19 Jul 2025 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Defensive Handgun for the Armed Citizen course is designed for individuals who want to develop the skills and knowledge necessary for responsible, effective self-defense. Participants must be at least 18 years of age and are encouraged to bring a semi-automatic pistol and a sturdy belt, along with a leather or kydex holster (no trigger finger]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Defensive Handgun for the Armed Citizen course is designed for individuals who want to develop the skills and knowledge necessary for responsible, effective self-defense. Participants must be at least 18 years of age and are encouraged to bring a semi-automatic pistol and a sturdy belt, along with a leather or kydex holster (no trigger finger retention holsters allowed). Eye and ear protection are also required. The curriculum covers use of force training, real-life scenario training, position shooting, and one-handed handgun manipulations, providing a comprehensive and hands-on education. Participants should bring 300 rounds of ammunition to maximize their learning experience. More equipment information will be sent to the students 2 weeks prior to class. Additional information can also be found on our website.</p>
<p>PREREQUISITES</p>
<ul>
<li>Must be a U.S. citizen (ITAR requirement)</li>
<li>Must be able to legally own and possess firearms</li>
<li>Minimum age: 18 years</li>
<li>No felony convictions or prohibited persons</li>
</ul>
<p>COURSE LOCATION &amp; SCHEDULE</p>
<p>Day 1 &#8211; Saturday (9:00 AM &#8211; 5:00 PM)</p>
<ul>
<li>Location: The Fox Range</li>
<li>Focus: Live-fire training, fundamental skills development</li>
</ul>
<p>Day 2 &#8211; Sunday (9:00 AM &#8211; 5:00 PM)</p>
<ul>
<li>Location: Private training facility (address provided to enrolled students)</li>
<li>Focus: Force-on-force scenarios, defensive tactics</li>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: center;">THERE ARE NO REFUNDS ALLOWED IF YOU CAN NOT ATTEND THE CLASS. YOU CAN REQUEST TO BE MOVED TO ANOTHER LIKE CLASS AT A LATER DATE.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">IF THE COURSE SAYS SOLD OUT, PLEASE CLICK ON IT AND IT MAY SHOW TICKETS AVAILABLE</p>The post <a href="https://c4traininggroup.com/course/defensive-handgun-for-the-armed-citizen-6/">Defensive Handgun for the Armed Citizen</a> first appeared on <a href="https://c4traininggroup.com">C4 Training Group LLC</a>.]]></content:encoded>
					
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		<title>Defensive Handgun for the Armed Citizen</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chuck]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 04 May 2024 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Armed Self-Defense: Mastering Handgun Techniques]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Defensive Handgun Fundamentals for the Citizen Warrior]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Empowering the Citizen: Handgun Defense Training for Real-Life Situations]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Equipping the Citizen: Comprehensive Handgun Defense Training]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Protect and Defend: Handgun Skills for the Responsible Citizen]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[This Defensive Handgun for the Armed Citizen course is designed for individuals who want to develop the skills and knowledge necessary for responsible, effective self-defense. Participants must be at least 18 years of age and are encouraged to bring a semi-automatic pistol and a sturdy belt, along with a leather or kydex holster (no trigger]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This Defensive Handgun for the Armed Citizen course is designed for individuals who want to develop the skills and knowledge necessary for responsible, effective self-defense. Participants must be at least 18 years of age and are encouraged to bring a semi-automatic pistol and a sturdy belt, along with a leather or kydex holster (no trigger finger retention holsters allowed). Eye and ear protection are also required. The curriculum covers use of force training, real-life scenario training, position shooting, and one-handed handgun manipulations, providing a comprehensive and hands-on education. Participants should bring 400 rounds of ammunition to maximize their learning experience. More equipment information will be sent to the students 2 weeks prior to class. Additional information can also be found on our website.</p>
<p>First day will be range day. Second day will be at an indoor training facility. You must be able to legally possess a firearm. ITAR requires you to be a U.S Citizen.</p>
<p>Please include your phone number so we can contact you prior to the class if your email is rejected for whatever reason &#8211; Chuck</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">THERE ARE NO REFUNDS ALLOWED IF YOU CAN NOT ATTEND THE CLASS. YOU CAN REQUEST TO BE MOVED TO ANOTHER LIKE CLASS AT A LATER DATE.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">IF THE COURSE SAYS SOLD OUT, PLEASE CLICK ON IT AND IT MAY SHOW TICKETS AVAILABLE</p>The post <a href="https://c4traininggroup.com/course/defensive-handgun-for-the-armed-citizen-5/">Defensive Handgun for the Armed Citizen</a> first appeared on <a href="https://c4traininggroup.com">C4 Training Group LLC</a>.]]></content:encoded>
					
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		<title>Defensive Handgun for the Armed Citizen</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chuck]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 16 Dec 2023 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Armed Self-Defense: Mastering Handgun Techniques]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Defensive Handgun Fundamentals for the Citizen Warrior]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Empowering the Citizen: Handgun Defense Training for Real-Life Situations]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Equipping the Citizen: Comprehensive Handgun Defense Training]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Protect and Defend: Handgun Skills for the Responsible Citizen]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[This Defensive Handgun for the Armed Citizen course is designed for individuals who want to develop the skills and knowledge necessary for responsible, effective self-defense. Participants must be at least 18 years of age and are encouraged to bring a semi-automatic pistol and a sturdy belt, along with a leather or kydex holster (no trigger]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This Defensive Handgun for the Armed Citizen course is designed for individuals who want to develop the skills and knowledge necessary for responsible, effective self-defense. Participants must be at least 18 years of age and are encouraged to bring a semi-automatic pistol and a sturdy belt, along with a leather or kydex holster (no trigger finger retention holsters allowed). Eye and ear protection are also required. The curriculum covers use of force training, real-life scenario training, position shooting, and one-handed handgun manipulations, providing a comprehensive and hands-on education. Participants should bring 400 rounds of ammunition to maximize their learning experience. More equipment information will be sent to the students 2 weeks prior to class. Additional information can also be found on our website.</p>
<p>First day will be range day. Second day will be at an indoor training facility. You must be able to legally possess a firearm. ITAR requires you to be a U.S Citizen.</p>
<p>Please include your phone number so we can contact you prior to the class if your email is rejected for whatever reason &#8211; Chuck</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">THERE ARE NO REFUNDS ALLOWED IF YOU CAN NOT ATTEND THE CLASS. YOU CAN REQUEST TO BE MOVED TO ANOTHER LIKE CLASS AT A LATER DATE.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">IF THE COURSE SAYS SOLD OUT, PLEASE CLICK ON IT AND IT MAY SHOW TICKETS AVAILABLE</p>The post <a href="https://c4traininggroup.com/course/defensive-handgun-for-the-armed-citizen-4/">Defensive Handgun for the Armed Citizen</a> first appeared on <a href="https://c4traininggroup.com">C4 Training Group LLC</a>.]]></content:encoded>
					
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		<title>2024 Defensive Rifle Course</title>
		<link>https://c4traininggroup.com/course/2024-defensive-rifle-course/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=2024-defensive-rifle-course</link>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chuck]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2024 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[C4 Training Group]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Defensive Handgun Fundamentals for the Citizen Warrior]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Empowering the Citizen: Handgun Defense Training for Real-Life Situations]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Firearms]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gun]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Protect and Defend: Handgun Skills for the Responsible Citizen]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[shooting]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Training]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[The emphasis of this course is on AR-style defensive rifle handling and shooting skills. Targets will be short to medium-range, focusing on home defensive ranges. Students will be taught rights and responsibilities, loading, unloading, speed loads, tactical loads, malfunction clearance, zeroing, disassembly and assembly, and rifle component functions. Red Dot type sights, ACOG, or other]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The emphasis of this course is on AR-style defensive rifle handling and shooting skills. Targets will be short to medium-range, focusing on home defensive ranges. Students will be taught rights and responsibilities, loading, unloading, speed loads, tactical loads, malfunction clearance, zeroing, disassembly and assembly, and rifle component functions. Red Dot type sights, ACOG, or other low-power scopes are welcome as well as standard iron sights. You must have a backup iron sight capability if you have a sight. Minimum of three 20+ round magazines, pockets, or pouches to hold extra magazines or ammo are required. Standard range equipment such as eye and ear protection is required. Knee and elbow pads are recommended. Bring your concealed carry handgun with outside the waistband holster or other configuration and ammo for transition drills. Contact us for other equipment questions or requirements. Nominal 500 rounds are required. NO tracer or Armor Piercing ammo allowed. If you cannot find ammo, we will have ammo for purchase.</p>
<p>No refunds are given for this class. It is possible to be moved to another class date if there is a vacancy.</p>The post <a href="https://c4traininggroup.com/course/2024-defensive-rifle-course/">2024 Defensive Rifle Course</a> first appeared on <a href="https://c4traininggroup.com">C4 Training Group LLC</a>.]]></content:encoded>
					
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		<title>Defensive Handgun for the Armed Citizen</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 28 Oct 2023 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Armed Self-Defense: Mastering Handgun Techniques]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Defensive Handgun Fundamentals for the Citizen Warrior]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Empowering the Citizen: Handgun Defense Training for Real-Life Situations]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Equipping the Citizen: Comprehensive Handgun Defense Training]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Protect and Defend: Handgun Skills for the Responsible Citizen]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[This Defensive Handgun for the Armed Citizen course is designed for individuals who want to develop the skills and knowledge necessary for responsible, effective self-defense. Participants must be at least 18 years of age and are encouraged to bring a semi-automatic pistol and a sturdy belt, along with a leather or kydex holster (no trigger]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This Defensive Handgun for the Armed Citizen course is designed for individuals who want to develop the skills and knowledge necessary for responsible, effective self-defense. Participants must be at least 18 years of age and are encouraged to bring a semi-automatic pistol and a sturdy belt, along with a leather or kydex holster (no trigger finger retention holsters allowed). Eye and ear protection are also required. The curriculum covers use of force training, real-life scenario training, position shooting, and one-handed handgun manipulations, providing a comprehensive and hands-on education. Participants should bring 400 rounds of ammunition to maximize their learning experience. More equipment information will be sent to the students 2 weeks prior to class. Additional information can also be found on our website.</p>
<p>First day will be range day. Second day will be at an indoor training facility. You must be able to legally possess a firearm. ITAR requires you to be a U.S Citizen.</p>
<p>Please include your phone number so we can contact you prior to the class if your email is rejected for whatever reason &#8211; Chuck</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">THERE ARE NO REFUNDS ALLOWED IF YOU CAN NOT ATTEND THE CLASS. YOU CAN REQUEST TO BE MOVED TO ANOTHER LIKE CLASS AT A LATER DATE.</p>The post <a href="https://c4traininggroup.com/course/defensive-handgun-for-the-armed-citizen-3/">Defensive Handgun for the Armed Citizen</a> first appeared on <a href="https://c4traininggroup.com">C4 Training Group LLC</a>.]]></content:encoded>
					
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		<title>Defensive Handgun for the Armed Citizen</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 15 Apr 2023 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Armed Self-Defense: Mastering Handgun Techniques]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Defensive Handgun Fundamentals for the Citizen Warrior]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Empowering the Citizen: Handgun Defense Training for Real-Life Situations]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Equipping the Citizen: Comprehensive Handgun Defense Training]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Protect and Defend: Handgun Skills for the Responsible Citizen]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[This Defensive Handgun for the Armed Citizen course is designed for individuals who want to develop the skills and knowledge necessary for responsible, effective self-defense. Participants must be at least 18 years of age and are encouraged to bring a semi-automatic pistol and a sturdy belt, along with a leather or kydex holster (no trigger]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This Defensive Handgun for the Armed Citizen course is designed for individuals who want to develop the skills and knowledge necessary for responsible, effective self-defense. Participants must be at least 18 years of age and are encouraged to bring a semi-automatic pistol and a sturdy belt, along with a leather or kydex holster (no trigger finger retention holsters allowed). Eye and ear protection are also required. The curriculum covers use of force training, real-life scenario training, position shooting, and one-handed handgun manipulations, providing a comprehensive and hands-on education. Participants should bring 350 rounds of ammunition to maximize their learning experience. More equipment information will be sent to the students 2 weeks prior to class. Additional information can also be found on our website.</p>
<p>First day will be range day. Second day will be at an indoor training facility.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">THERE ARE NO REFUNDS ALLOWED IF YOU CAN NOT ATTEND THE CLASS. YOU CAN REQUEST TO BE MOVED TO ANOTHER LIKE CLASS AT A LATER DATE.</p>The post <a href="https://c4traininggroup.com/course/defensive-handgun-for-the-armed-citizen-2/">Defensive Handgun for the Armed Citizen</a> first appeared on <a href="https://c4traininggroup.com">C4 Training Group LLC</a>.]]></content:encoded>
					
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