Kalash Klas 25JAN26

The Avtomat Kalashnikova has soldiered dutifully in every imaginable environment, from the frozen steppe of eastern Europe, to the jungles of southeast Asia, the grasslands of South Africa, the mountains of central Asia, and the bustling cities of the Middle East. Why has this weapon proven itself so successful over so many decades in so many conflicts? What is it about the AK that makes it so legendary, renown for it’s simplicity, durability, and reliability?

Anyone who has watched movies, played video games, or seen the news will quickly recognize the iconic ak47 and its many many variants. Developed by Mikhail Kalashnikov and the Soviet Union based upon lessons learned during world war II, the worlds most iconic and most widely copied weapon has seen action in every continent and in practically every human conflict since it’s inception.

Learn about the rifle’s development philosophy, manual of arms, care and maintenance, zeroing procedure, and battlefield employment in this special 5 hour training module taught by Brian Wang, who served in Ukraine as a small arms instructor, and who has seen and used these weapons in action first hand.

This class is part of the Combat Rifle School. We schedule small group instruction based upon the your request. This program consists of the following 50 unique training modules, plus additional practical and field exercises. If you would like to participate in this program, the price is $995 for the first 6 months, then $165.83 per month thereafter. Call Brian at 408-892-5460 or email info@monarchdefense.org to apply. 

1. Combat Rifle Theory
2. Basic Combat Rifle
3. Shoot Move Communicate
4. Combat Rifle Fundamentals
5. Combat Rifle Optics
6. Close Quarters Combat Rifle
7. Night Combat Rifle
8. Advanced Combat Rifle
9. Precision Rifle Theory
10. Precision Rifle Fundamentals
11. Precision Rifle D.O.P.E.
12. Precision Rifle WIND
13. Tactical Precision Rifle
14. Self Defense Theory
15. Basic Defensive Shotgun
16. Defensive Handgun Theory
17. Basic Defensive Handgun
18. Defensive Handgun Fundamentals
19. Night Defensive Handgun
20. Close Quarters Defensive Handgun
21. Advanced Defensive Handgun
22. High Intensity Gunfighting Drills
23. Close Quarter Battle Theory
24. Solo Close Quarter Battle
25. Team Close Quarter Battle 
26. The American Rifle
27. Ammunition Science 
28. Ammunition Data Collection
29. Ammunition Production
30. Special Purpose Rifle
31. Basic Tactical Fieldcraft
32. Long Range Observation
33. Basic Stealth and Camouflage
34. Ghillie Suit and Thermal Camouflage
35. Kalash Klas
36. Thermal Weapon Sights
37. Hand Grenade Theory
38. Drone Theory
39. Radio Theory
40. Land Navigation
41. Anti-Materiel Rifle Theory
42. Automatic Rifle Theory
43. Combat First Aid
44. Care Under Fire
45. Principles of Patrol
46. Principles of Reconnaissance
47. Principles of Attack
48. Principles of Defense
49. Principles of Ambush
50. Principles of Raid

Prerequisite:

Combat Rifle Theory
Basic Combat Rifle

Location:

Our facility is in the mountains 1 hour east of San Jose, 1 hour south from Livermore. Email admin@monarchdefense.org if you need driving directions. 

Cancellations:

If you do not plan to attend, notify us immediately so that we can give your spot in class to another student. If you register for a class then no-show, you will be charged a $50 Pain In the Ass fee. We do not issue refunds. Questions? Call Brian at 408-892-5460 or email info@monarchdefense.org.

Learn: 

Design philosophy
What makes a successful combat weapon?
Basic overview of function and capabilities
Disassembly and reassembly
Loading procedure
Unloading procedure
Manipulating the safety
Tactical reload
Emergency reload
Proper sling set up and usage
Caliber comparison 7.62x39mm, 5.45x39mm, 5.56x45mm, etc.
Effective range, realistic accuracy, how to use the rear sight
Zeroing procedure, tools needed for zeroing
“Straight shot distance” and proper sight alignment and sight picture unique to soviet weapons
How to mount optics, best practices for accessories, rails and modernization
High stress confidence building shooting and moving drills 

Packing list: 

Sturdy boots
Wool socks
Extra socks in plastic bag
Sturdy pants
Belt
Layer garments so you can adjust for cold, wet, or warm weather
Hat
Ballistic helmets optional
Rifle rated body armor optional
Chest rig, plate carrier, or magazine carrier. We have loaners.
Rifle, any caliber
4 magazines
240+ rounds of ammunition
Cleaning kit with oil, rag, toothbrush
Eye protection
Ear protection (Nyet, sovetskaya armyya not give you earplug)
Front sight adjustment tool, if you own one
Sling, preferably classic surplus ak canvas sling with steel buckles
1 gallon of water