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SUMMARY:Red Dot Pistol Class 3FEB24
DESCRIPTION:A lot has changed in weapon technology since John Moses Browning gave us the modern delayed blowback semi-automatic pistol more than a century ago. Lightweight polymers\, tritium sights\, weapon lights\, hollow point bullets… yet of all the implements available for your pistol\, none other have simultaneously allured\, and confounded folks like the illusive Red Dot Sight. They look pretty straightforward\, until you’re struggling to line up the dot\, struggling to get it zeroed\, struggling to keep the screws tight\, and struggling to get any faster than if you just used irons. \nPistols are complex tools that require significant expertise. When you add an optic on top\, your weapon becomes even more complex\, and a lot more prone to user induced failures. I have taught professionally now for 10+ years and seen time and time again the failures of both hardware and software on red dot pistol and their users\, so it is time we address these issues proactively to give you a greater chance at success. \nWhether you use a handgun in competition\, for self defense\, for combat\, SHTF\, or simple target practice\, let’s understand the pros and cons of red dot optics\, their mounting methods\, their proper zeroing procedure\, and special considerations for training and dry fire drills that will help you build muscle memory\, shoot faster\, and shoot farther even in the dark and under stress. \nTopics:  \nThe unique role for red dot optics on modern pistols.\nAdvantages and limitations of open emitter and closed emitter optics\nCommon points of failure and how to rectify them\nSpeed and accuracy\nMoving and shooting from one handed\, compromised and awkward positions\nOne handed emergency pistol manipulations\nSpecial considerations for low light\nBallistic trajectory for pistol bullets\nZeroing your red dot optic\nPushing the envelope of effective range: 100\, 200\, 300 meters with a pistol?\nLow light/white light stress shoot \nPrerequisite: \nSafe firearms handling experience\nHigh school level math\nThis is not a class well suited for beginners \nLocation:\nOur facility is 1 hour east of San Jose. Detailed directions will be emailed to those who sign up. \nRequired Equipment: \nNotebook and pencil\nSturdy belt attached to your pants\nPistol or revolver equipped with a holographic or red dot optic\n250 rounds\, or bring cash to use school ammo\n5 magazines/revolver speedloaders\nSnacks and lunch\n1 gallon of water per day\nSturdy shoes\nSturdy outdoor clothing (We train rain or shine)\nEye protection\nEar protection\nRefillable water bottle\nGun cleaning kit and lubricant\nFlashlight\nUser manual for your optic\nTools for adjusting or mounting your optics \nRecommended equipment:  \nHat\nSunscreen\nSnacks\nExtra jackets and warm clothing\nGloves \nContact: \nBrian Wang is the event organizer. He can be reached at 408-892-5460 or info@monarchdefense.org \nCancellation Policy:  \nThere is no penalty to reschedule your class as long as you provide written notice at least 1 hour before the start of class by email to info@monarchdefense.org. Your credit is good for 1 year. We do not provide refunds.
URL:https://monarchdefense.org/event/red-dot-pistol-class/
LOCATION:Monarch Defense\, San Jose\, CA\, 95140\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240204T090000
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DTSTAMP:20260405T124828
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SUMMARY:Beginner's Live Fire Range Day 4FEB24
DESCRIPTION:Continue your firearms training in a beginner friendly and low pressure environment. Class sizes are small so you have great hands-on time with all the different guns and close attention from your instructors. Practice loading\, unloading\, aiming and shooting various firearms. See which type of weapon suits your body and your self defense needs. Gain confidence in safe gun handling before making your first firearm purchase or continuing onto more advanced training. \nLocation:\n \nOur facility is in the mountains 1 hour east of San Jose\, 1 hour south from Livermore. Detail directions will be emailed to those who sign up. If you are inexperienced in driving mountain roads\, give yourself 2 hours to make the trip. \nPrerequisite: \nFirearm Safety Class \nPacking List: \nDress like you are going out for a hike. It will be very hot in the summer\, very cold in the winter\, and very comfortable in spring and fall. Bring a hat\, sunglasses\, eye protection\, ear protection\, snack\, lunch\, and one gallon of water. Personal firearms are optional. \nNotes: \nIf you choose to use the school’s equipment\, we provide a variety of pistols\, rifles\, revolvers\, and shotguns for students to use. \nWe do not offer refunds. You can reschedule your class if you email us in writing prior to 1 hour before class start. \nBrian Wang is the facilities\, training\, and logistics coordinator. He can be reached at 408-892-5460 or info@monarchdefense.org.
URL:https://monarchdefense.org/event/beginners-live-fire-range-day-2/
LOCATION:Monarch Defense\, San Jose\, CA\, 95140\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240210T090000
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SUMMARY:North Hollywood Shootout - Dynamic Drills 10FEB24
DESCRIPTION:High intensity\, high round count\, live fire training for experienced shooters.\nShoot\, move\, and communicate.\nTeamwork and tactical drills based upon real life gunfight case studies.\nMeet other like-minded students and train at your level.\nAll weapon types are welcome.\nWe can provide gear and ammo.\nWe shoot rain or shine.\nDynamic Drills is not a basic firearm class.\nDynamic Drills Day is not suitable for beginners. \nPrerequisite: \nSafe Firearm handling\nUse of Force \nRequired Equipment: \n1 gallon of water\nDress for the weather \nHighly Recommended Equipment: \nFirst aid kit\nTourniquet\nBrimmed hat\nGloves\nElectrolyte formula\nGun cleaning kit\, oil\, and tools to adjust\, mount\, and zero your weapons \nLocation: \nOur facility is in the hills 1 hour east of San Jose. If you are inexperienced driving mountain roads\, give yourself extra time to make the drive. We will email you detailed driving directions when you sign up. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://monarchdefense.org/event/dynamic-drills-day/
LOCATION:Monarch Defense\, San Jose\, CA\, 95140\, United States
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SUMMARY:Home Defense Class 11FEB24
DESCRIPTION:Over the years our most requested type of firearm training has been specifically for the purpose of protecting family in the event of a burglary\, home invasion\, or other violent crime in and around the home. In this class\, we seek to understand how criminals think\, how they choose victims for home break-ins and burglaries\, and how best to defend yourself with a firearm in the confines of urban structures. \nAll weapon types are welcome for this class. You can use your own gear\, or we can provide weapons and ammunition for you. \nTopics:  \nReal life case studies\nWeapon selection\nOverpenetration myth vs. reality\nPatterning buckshot\nCriminal patterns\, trends\, and red flags\nMovement\, footwork\, and close quarter battle theory\nLive fire stress exercise\nTarget identification \nPrerequisite: \nFirearm Safety Class \nTime: \n9am to 3pm \nBy signing up you agree to stay until the class finishes\, help clean up the range\, and to debrief with the other students. \nLocation: \nOur facility is located in the mountains 1 hour east of San Jose. We will email detailed driving directions to those who sign up. \nRequired Equipment: \nPencil and paper\n1 gallon of water\nSturdy outdoor clothing (We train rain or shine)\nEye protection\nEar protection\nPersonal weapons optional \nNotes:  \nIf you are bringing a rifle or carbine\, bring 100+ rounds of ammunition and 2+ magazines. \nIf you are bringing a shotgun\, bring 10 rounds of buckshot and 75 rounds of birdshot; no steel shot. \nIf you are bringing a pistol or revolver\, bring 100+ rounds of ammunition and 2+ magazines or speed loaders. \nIf you’re using our school’s equipment\, you can use any rifle\, pistol\, shotgun\, or revolver as you please\, or try out different weapons\, with unlimited ammunition. \nQuestions:  \nBrian Wang is the event organizer. He can be reached at 408-892-5460 or info@monarchdefense.org.
URL:https://monarchdefense.org/event/home-defense-class/
LOCATION:Monarch Defense\, San Jose\, CA\, 95140\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240218T090000
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SUMMARY:Care Under Fire 18FEB24
DESCRIPTION:Care Under Fire is the 2nd installment from Monarch Defense’s small unit tactics series offered spring 2024. This curriculum was previously offered only to military students and in Special Purpose Rifle School\, and after gathering customer feedback for several years\, this year we aim to break up the curriculum into recurring once-a-month classes that will allow you more flexibility in scheduling. \nThis class will introduce students to the tactical priorities and teamwork of combat evacuations and first aid in the field. Unlike most first aid classes\, which begin at the assumption of “scene safety”\, we begin our training when friends are hurt and the scene is not safe. How then\, do we evacuate them quickly and efficiently\, without getting more people hurt? How do we treat their wounds in the field? \nThis highly condensed and efficient introductory class is exactly what our team of seasoned instructors compiled for and taught to the all-volunteer 47th Separate Battalion during the summer of 2022\, which later became the 47th Separate Mechanized Brigade of the Ukraine Armed Forces who spearheaded the counteroffensive against Russian occupation during the summer of 2023. These were regular people just like you who made the decision to learn how to fight. \nDuring the summer of 2022 in Donetsk\, I personally ran three combat medical evacuation missions using these exact techniques\, before falling ill and being evacuated to the hospital. During the counter offensive of summer 2023\, several of my friends and colleagues at the 47th Brigade were wounded\, and shared their experiences with me. We can review these first hand experiences\, and many others\, to learn what was successful\, what was not\, and how we can do better in the future. \nLike all small unit tactics series classes\, the morning will be spent in reviewing theory. The tools for first aid in the field\, IFAK (Individual first aid kits) and how to use them\, tourniquets\, when and how to use them\, how to transition from a tourniquet to a pressure bandage for extended field care which is a critical skill to prevent the unnecessary amputation of limbs\, the use of liters\, and how to move\, drag\, and carry casualties. Also\, we will discuss and practice how to survey for wounds in the field\, and how to keep casualties warm\, which is a huge priority. \nFollowing the theory lesson we will go out into the field to train and practice these skills in simulated stress with blank fire weapons\, a real life human opposing force\, and be able to debrief and do better. \nLocation:\nMeet and park at 37505 San Antonio Valley Road\, Mt Hamilton\, CA 95140. Cell reception is unreliable out here\, do not trust Apple maps/Google maps/Wayz. Detailed driving directions will be emailed to those who register. \nPacking List: \nNotebook and writing utensil\, highly recommend Rite in the Rain 4″x6″ and a short wood pencil\n1 gallon of water\nLunch and snacks\nBoots\nWool socks\nExtra socks wrapped in plastic bag\nCombat uniform such as US Army surplus Flame Resistant Army Combat Uniform (FRACU) which can be purchased on eBay for about $45 top and bottom\nBoonie hat\nGloves\n5.56x45mm or 7.62x39mm rifle equipped with Boland FX full load blank fire adapter (the school can supply all weapons\, magazines\, ammunition\, and blank adapters)\nMuzzle on blank adapted weapons must be painted bright yellow\n5+ 30 round magazines. Magpul Pmags recommended for ar15s using school blanks.\n$80 for 300 rounds of blanks and training grenades\nTourniquet and IFAK (individual first aid kit) highly recommended\nNight Vision optional\nHelmet optional\nRifle rated body armor optional\n22 caliber barrel cleaning rod\nRifle cleaning kit\, with oil\, rag\, toothbrush\, and star chamber brush\nHandguns and holsters are optional \nCost: \n$124 per class when you buy the whole 4 class series\, or $275 per class if you buy them singly. \n4 class package for $496 includes: \nPrinciples of Patrol 1/21/24\nCare Under Fire 2/18/24\nPrinciples of Ambush 3/17/24\nPrinciples of Raid 4/21/24 \n\nHow can I contact the organizer with my questions? \n\nBrian Wang is the event organizer. He can be reached at 408-892-5460 or info@monarchdefense.org \n\nWhat is the refund policy? We do not issue refunds. Instead\, we offer an open reschedule policy. Notify us by email to info@monarchdefense.org within 1 hour before class starts\, and we will happily apply your full tuition credit towards a future event or class. You must use your tuition credit within 1 calendar year.
URL:https://monarchdefense.org/event/care-under-fire/
LOCATION:Monarch Defense\, San Jose\, CA\, 95140\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240224T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240224T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124828
CREATED:20240110T003810Z
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SUMMARY:Defensive Handgun Fundamentals 24FEB24
DESCRIPTION:New for 2024 we will be making some changes in our handgun program. Introduction to Defensive Handgun (DH1) and Defensive Handgun Skill Builder (DH2) are now merged into Defensive Handgun Fundamentals for an accelerated pace full day class. \nDefensive Handgun Fundamentals will shift towards serving intermediate level students who have already completed some basic firearms training. In order to attend the accelerated DHF\, you must understand proper loading and unloading procedures\, self defense psychology\, and use of force. Our 6 hour Firearm Safety Class meets these prerequisites. \nWe will begin with the science of ammunition and hollow point bullets\, tactical human anatomy such as where to shoot\, how many times to shoot\, and why. \nWe will spend a great deal of time practicing how to draw from the holster\, safely\, quickly\, and efficiently with one hand and two hands\, with and without cover garment. Drawing and reholstering are the most dangerous aspects of handgun ownership\, and if not properly trained\, this is where self inflicted gunshot injuries occur. \nThe bulk of the day will be spent on learning fundamentals of breathing\, aiming\, stance\, grip\, and trigger press. We will provide you with dry fire and live fire exercises to fix or prevent common shooting errors such as flinch\, recoil anticipation\, or shooting to the left. \nThe late afternoon will be spent practicing rapid fire and trigger recoil control. We will shoot fast\, shoot accurately\, and shoot a lot at distances ranging from 2 meters to 25 meters\, including shooting while moving\, and shooting in the dark. \nBy the end of the day you will have a strong understanding of all 6 manipulations for loading\, unloading\, and clearing malfunctions on the modern semi automatic pistol. If time permits\, we will practice 4 flashlight holds and other low light shooting techniques. \nPrerequisite:  \nFirearm Safety Class\, or equivalent training. \nIf you would like to skip the prerequisite\, please call Brian at 408-892-5460. \nYou do not need to own your own firearm. We can provide all holsters\, firearms\, ammunition\, and equipment. Please contact Brian at 408-892-5460 to discuss. \nLocation:\nOur facility is 1 hour east of San Jose. Detailed directions will be emailed to those who sign up. \nTime:  \nThis is a full day class. A full day at Monarch Defense is defined as 10-12 hours. We will go until we are finished\, and you will stay to clean up. Everyone learns at a different pace. Heat\, rain\, mud\, equipment problems\, bad habits\, age\, etc. can all contribute to a slower pace for your learning. \nPlan to start at 9am and to end at 7pm if the class learns fast and everything goes smoothly. Leave room in your schedule to run late\, including to debrief and clean up after dark. Classes happen rain or shine. \nRequired Equipment: \nNotebook and pencil\nSturdy belt attached to your pants\nPistol or revolver\nHolster which is molded for your gun and attached to your clothing (Weapons equipment\, can all be provided free of charge)\n300 rounds\n3+ magazines or speed loaders\nSnacks and lunch\n1 gallon of water per day\nSturdy shoes\nSturdy outdoor clothing (We train rain or shine)\nEye protection\nEar protection\nRefillable water bottle\nGun cleaning kit and lubricant\nFlashlight \nThe school can provide you with all firearms\, holsters\, ammunition\, magazines\, flashlights\, etc. If you want to use the school’s equipment\, contact Brian ahead of time at info@monarchdefense.org. If you haven’t bought your gun yet\, I highly recommend you use the school’s equipment while you learn\, before you commit to your purchase. \nRecommended equipment:  \nBrimmed hat\, such as a “boonie”\nSunscreen\nSalty snacks\nExtra jackets and warm clothing\nFolding chair\nSturdy gloves \nContact: \nBrian Wang is the event organizer. He can be reached at 408-892-5460 or info@monarchdefense.org \nCancellation Policy:  \nThere is no penalty to reschedule your class as long as you provide written notice at least 1 hour before the start of class by email to info@monarchdefense.org. Your credit is good for 1 year. We do not provide refunds. All classes proceed rain or shine.
URL:https://monarchdefense.org/event/defensive-handgun-fundamentals-feb-24-2024/
LOCATION:Monarch Defense\, San Jose\, CA\, 95140\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240225T090000
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SUMMARY:Firearm Safety Class 25FEB24
DESCRIPTION:Beginners interested in learning the right way\, start here. Build your foundation for Use of Force doctrine\, safe weapons handling\, self defense mindset\, meet the instructors\, and tour our facility. \n\nFirearms and ammunition are provided. You do not need to bring any of your own. \nThere is no charge for this class\, but you must RSVP in order to reserve your spot and receive driving directions. \nAsk detailed questions\, learn\, explore\, and play with all the show and tell things we’ve prepared for you.  \nWe will begin together and end together. The class ends when we debrief and clean up\, no sooner. If you sign up\, plan to stay for the entirety of the class \nTopics \nThe role of weapons in society\nWhy do good people have “weapons of war”\nDefining the legal and moral framework for self-defense\nWhat is crime\, and how do you prevent or avoid it?\nSelf defense shooting case studies\nIntroduction to pistol\, revolver\, rifle\, and shotgun\nLive fire demonstration of buckshot\, concealed carry\, home defense\, and rifle marksmanship\nIntroduction to our school\, types of training we provide\nBuilding your training road map\nSafe firearm handling\, loading and unloading\nOpen range time for those who want to do some shooting \nLocation: \nOur facility is in the mountains 1 hour east from San Jose\, or 1 hour south from Livermore. If you are inexperienced driving mountain roads\, give yourself more time to make the drive. We will email detailed driving instructions to you when you sign up. \nPrerequisites: \nNone \nRequired Equipment:  \nNotebook and pencil\nWater\nSnacks\nDress for the weather\nPrescription glasses\, safety glasses\, or sunglasses\nEarplugs or ear muffs\nOptional: your own firearms and ammunition \nCancellations: If you cannot make the date that you scheduled\, please inform us by email so we know to not wait for you\, and we can open your ticket up for another student. \nQuestions? Call Brian at 408-892-5460 or email info@monarchdefense.org.
URL:https://monarchdefense.org/event/firearm-safety-class-25feb24/
LOCATION:Monarch Defense\, San Jose\, CA\, 95140\, United States
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