That's right folks, Combative Weapon Solutions will be hosting the only Costa Ludus training stop in Texas for 2014! We are proud to announce that Chris Costa will be offering two separate 3 day training classes for October 2014. The training will be held at a first class private training facility in the Bastrop, TX area. CWS provides a first class training experience and environment for students and guest instructors. That is why we are a preferred host for industry professionals and are currently the only scheduled Texas date for Costa Ludus in 2014. Costa Ludus class dates/curriculum is as follows:
Although class dates are about a year away, spots are already filling. Do wait to the last minute as both of these classes will sell out due to it being the only stop in Texas as well as the demand for the specific classes being high. Tuition for each 3 day of instruction is $695 each. An additional $150 range fee per 3 day class will be due on the first day of class. Range fee includes one hot catered meal each day while at the range as well as snacks. To secure your spot for one or both of the classes, go to the link below the above class dates. Look forward to seeing some members there. Stay safe.
Lee Vernon
CEO
Tactical Weapon Training Classes Austin Texas
Class description/additional info:
10/3-5/2014:
[h=2]Custom 3-Day Course: 2-Day HET1 / 1-Day Shotgun Description (The ONLY Custom 3 day course for 2014)
[/h] This custom 3-day course will provide 2-days handgun elements theory instruction and 1-day shotgun elements theory instruction.
The handgun elements theory portion is designed to give the beginner, intermediate or advanced shooter the proper handgun fundamentals. Starting with mindset, the class focuses on the core foundation of accuracy, acceptable accuracy under dynamic stress, and how to effectively balance speed and accuracy with proper weapon manipulation.
The shotgun elements theory portion is designed to give the beginner, intermediate or advanced shooter the proper shotgun fundamentals. Starting with mindset, the class focuses on the core foundation of proper manipulation and function of shotgun employment to include the use of Slugs, 00Buck patterning, and ammo change overs.
[h=2]Subjects Covered[/h] Handgun Elements Theory Subjects Covered:
Hardware - A functional and practical handgun chambered in 9mm, .40 cal, or .45 ACP. A functional and practical shotgun Pump or Semi Auto chambered in 12 or 20 gauge. Highly recommend a spare weapon system. If available, a spare weapon system is also an excellent idea. A cleaning kit and tools that are compatible with the weapon system(s) in question is also a must. Each student should have a minimum of 5 working magazines. Single stack drivers should have double.
10/7-9/2014:
[h=2]Vehicle Elements Theory (VET) Description
[/h] Vehicle Elements Theory will provide students with the knowledge to successfully demonstrate competence in worldly scenarios involving vehicles. This course will teach students proper weapon manipulation techniques for specific use in close proximity to vehicles. The primary focus of instruction will be to show how to successfully utilize handguns and carbines, both around and inside vehicles, and use these seemingly obtrusive objects to their advantage.
[h=2]Subjects Covered[/h]
Hardware - A functional and practical handgun chambered in 9mm, .40 cal, or .45 ACP. If available, a spare weapon system is also an excellent idea.
A functional and practical carbine or battle rifle chambered in 5.56x45, 5.45x39, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39, 7.62x51. If available, a spare weapon system is also an excellent idea.
- October 3-5, 2014 - Handgun Elements Theory 1 / Shotgun Elements Theory
- October 7-9, 2014 - Vehicle Elements Theory
Although class dates are about a year away, spots are already filling. Do wait to the last minute as both of these classes will sell out due to it being the only stop in Texas as well as the demand for the specific classes being high. Tuition for each 3 day of instruction is $695 each. An additional $150 range fee per 3 day class will be due on the first day of class. Range fee includes one hot catered meal each day while at the range as well as snacks. To secure your spot for one or both of the classes, go to the link below the above class dates. Look forward to seeing some members there. Stay safe.
Lee Vernon
CEO
Tactical Weapon Training Classes Austin Texas
Class description/additional info:
10/3-5/2014:
[h=2]Custom 3-Day Course: 2-Day HET1 / 1-Day Shotgun Description (The ONLY Custom 3 day course for 2014)
[/h] This custom 3-day course will provide 2-days handgun elements theory instruction and 1-day shotgun elements theory instruction.
The handgun elements theory portion is designed to give the beginner, intermediate or advanced shooter the proper handgun fundamentals. Starting with mindset, the class focuses on the core foundation of accuracy, acceptable accuracy under dynamic stress, and how to effectively balance speed and accuracy with proper weapon manipulation.
The shotgun elements theory portion is designed to give the beginner, intermediate or advanced shooter the proper shotgun fundamentals. Starting with mindset, the class focuses on the core foundation of proper manipulation and function of shotgun employment to include the use of Slugs, 00Buck patterning, and ammo change overs.
[h=2]Subjects Covered[/h] Handgun Elements Theory Subjects Covered:
- Life Safety Brief
- Proper gear selection and placement
- 7 fundamentals (Accuracy Drills, Axis and Mechanics of Recoil)
- 3 Core Fundamentals
- Acceptable Accuracy Drills
- Balance of Speed and Accuracy
- Speed reloads / Tactical reloads
- Instinctive Shooting and Mindset Drills
- Malfunctions
- Weapon Hand and Reaction Hand shooting
- Movement Drills
- Improvised shooting positions
- Establishing a proper Zero with shotgun and ammo types
- OO Buck Pattering and distance
- Combat reloads / Speed reloads
- Dynamic Positional Shooting Methods
- Cruiser Safe / Ready
- Ammo Change Overs
Hardware - A functional and practical handgun chambered in 9mm, .40 cal, or .45 ACP. A functional and practical shotgun Pump or Semi Auto chambered in 12 or 20 gauge. Highly recommend a spare weapon system. If available, a spare weapon system is also an excellent idea. A cleaning kit and tools that are compatible with the weapon system(s) in question is also a must. Each student should have a minimum of 5 working magazines. Single stack drivers should have double.
- Note pad, and pen/pencil
- Clothing suited to strenuous activity as well as being seasonally appropriate
- Rain gear / cold weather gear (seasonal)
- Ear pro (electronic preferred) / Eye pro
- Baseball style hat recommended
- Proper belt to support equipment
- A holster and magazine pouch that will retain equipment when moving
- Weapon mounted shell holders, Ammo pouches or Chest rig for ammo
- Shotgun shell holders or pouches that will retain equipment when moving
- Tools that work on your weapon
- Weapons lube
- Water hydrating device
- Knee and elbow pads (optional)
- Gloves (optional)
- An open mind
10/7-9/2014:
[h=2]Vehicle Elements Theory (VET) Description
[/h] Vehicle Elements Theory will provide students with the knowledge to successfully demonstrate competence in worldly scenarios involving vehicles. This course will teach students proper weapon manipulation techniques for specific use in close proximity to vehicles. The primary focus of instruction will be to show how to successfully utilize handguns and carbines, both around and inside vehicles, and use these seemingly obtrusive objects to their advantage.
[h=2]Subjects Covered[/h]
- Life Safety Brief
- Proper gear selection and placement for vehicles
- Primary Weapons Zero
- 7 fundamentals (Accuracy Drills, Axis and Mechanics of Recoil)
- Cover and Concealment around Vehicle
- Admin reloads / Speed reloads / Tactical reloads
- Weapon Hand and Reaction hand Shooting around vehicles
- Weapon Hand and Reaction hand malfunctions manipulation around vehicles
- Primary weapon manipulation in and around vehicles
- Movement drills and improvised shooting positions around vehicles
Hardware - A functional and practical handgun chambered in 9mm, .40 cal, or .45 ACP. If available, a spare weapon system is also an excellent idea.
A functional and practical carbine or battle rifle chambered in 5.56x45, 5.45x39, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39, 7.62x51. If available, a spare weapon system is also an excellent idea.
- A cleaning kit and tools that are compatible with the weapon system(s) in question is also a must.
- Each student should have a minimum of 5 working magazines.
- Note pad, and pen/pencil
- Clothing suited to strenuous activity as well as being seasonally appropriate
- Rain gear / cold weather gear (seasonal)
- Ear pro (electronic preferred) / Eye pro
- Baseball style hat recommended
- Proper belt to support equipment
- Carbine magazine pouches, Battle belt, or Chest rig
- A holster and magazine pouch that will retain equipment when moving
- Tools that work on your weapon
- Weapons lube
- Water hydrating device
- Knee and elbow pads (optional)
- Gloves (optional)
- An open mind
