Description
What is a rifle, what does it do, and why do we use them?
Defining the second amendment, and why private citizens own “military grade assault weapons”.
Loading, unloading and malfunction clearing procedures
Standing, high kneeling, low kneeling, and prone position
Minute of angle math, bullet trajectory, and battle sight zero theory
Rifle wound ballistics, tactical anatomy, where we shoot people, and how many times, and why.
Optimum selection of equipment and accessories: muzzle devices, lasers, lights, optics, triggers, slings, stocks, and everything in between.
Shooting steel targets out to 400 meters
Prerequisite:
Location:
Our facility is in the hills 1 hour east of San Jose. Detailed directions will be emailed to those who sign up.
Time:Â
Class starts at 9am and will run for 10-12 hours, depending on the weather, number of students, and speed that the class learns.
We invite students to stay overnight at our facility.
Packing List:
Notebook (recommend Rite in the Rain 5″x7″)
Pencil
Pocket knife
Flashlight
Small tape measure or ruler
Rifle cleaning kit with barrel rod and oil
Allen wrenches, screwdrivers, etc. for adjusting your optics
Rifle with sling
200+ rounds of ammo per day
4+ magazines
Dinner
Breakfast
Bag lunch
Salty snacks
2 gallons water
Sturdy shoes or boots
Spare socks
Brimmed hat
Backpack
Sturdy weather appropriate outdoor clothing (We train rain or shine)
Eye protection
Ear protection
Medications and toiletries
Toothbrush
Towel for showering
Change of clothes
Sleeping bag
Refillable water bottle, camelback, or canteen (we have drinking water on site)
Nice to have but not necessary:Â
Knee pads
Gloves
Body armor level 3 Special Threat or level 4
Ballistic helmet Level 3A or higher
Load bearing equipment for ammunition and water
Handgun and holster
Night vision and IR laser
Thermal optics
Notes:
Regarding camping over night, we provide students with high quality canvas tents, propane heaters, and cots. You will need your own foam sleeping pad and sleeping bag. You are welcome to use the refrigerator, warm showers, bathroom and camp kitchen. We typically make potluck style dinner on Saturday night together after class with breakfast on your own with tea and coffee in the mornings.
Contact:
Brian Wang is the event organizer. He can be reached at 408-892-5460 or info@monarchdefense.org
