Beginning Defensive Shotgun Class

Sunday, August 27th, 2023 Time: 9AM-1PM

Mr. Hamett and Dr. Shantz have over 20 years of teaching and firearms experience. The shotgun class sells out early every time! The class will take place inside our private law enforcement range. Enrolled students who live in the same household are able to share the same shotgun for training/learning purposes. There are no rental shotguns available for this class.

Location: Police Science Institute, 5133 North Gates Suite 102, Fresno CA 93722 (Private Law Enforcement Range) 

NRA Instructors

Dr. Jack Shantz & Curt Hamett

A Beginning Defensive Shotgun Course

Limited To 20 Students

 General Questions (559) 276-9800

Class Questions Contact Instructors Directly,

Curt Hamett (559) 259-8814

Jack Shantz (559) 348-3378

Enrolled students who live in the same household are able to share the same shotgun for training/learning purposes. For questions on reservations email jessica@policescience.com

Goals For The Shotgun Course

  1. Understand the parts of the shotgun, ammunition and malfunctions.
  2. Understand the Fundamentals of shooting a shotgun.
  3. Demonstrate the use of a shotgun safely.
  4. Understand the uses of a shotgun; sporting, hunting, and self-defense.

Training Portion Of The Shotgun Course

  • Basics of Shooting The Shotgun
  • Stance
  • Gun Ready Position
  • Swing To Target
  • Trigger Control
  • Follow Through (Using The Shotgun As A Defensive Firearm)

Knowing Your Shotgun 

  • Parts Of The Shotgun
  • How The Shotgun Works
  • Ammunition And Chokes
  • Loading, Unloading, Malfunctions
  • Safety
  • Carry/Holding The Shotgun Safely

Equipment Required And Instructor Demo

  • Shotgun & Ammunition 
  • 1 Box Slugs (5 Shotshells)
  • 1 Box 00 Buck (5 Shotshells)
  • 1 Box #7 Shot (25 Shotshells)
  • Ear & Eye Protection