Course Overview

Students will learn the correct techniques for running a Pistol Mounted Optic‑equipped pistol, including:

• Efficient marksmanship mechanics for pistol mounted optics shooting
• Dry‑fire and live‑fire drills designed to build consistency
• Optic setup and zeroing (10–15 yards recommended)
• Understanding MOA, dot size selection, and sight picture
• Open vs. enclosed emitter optics
• Parallax considerations
• Transitioning to iron sights when needed

This course is ideal for shooters looking to sharpen fundamentals, improve accuracy, and gain confidence with modern optic‑equipped handguns.

What You’ll Learn

• Zeroing a Pistol Mounted Optic and confirming point of impact
• Mechanical offset and how it affects close‑range shots
• Initial sight acquisition and dot tracking
• How to engage targets if the optic fails
• Equipment maintenance and optic care
• Different mounting systems and their pros/cons
• How to use the Pistol Mounted Optic as a self‑diagnostic tool to improve shooting

Requirements:

• Handgun with Optic attached properly (at least two magazines)
• A holster that fits your make and model of handgun with an optic
• Approximately 250 rounds of ammunition for your specific firearm
• Have the ability (training) to safely draw from and safely return your handgun to your holster
• Instruction Manuel for your optic
• Adjustment tool for your optic
• Extra batteries for your type of optic
• Durable belt for holster mounting and retention
• Closed toe shoes (no flip flops or sandals)
• Appropriate clothing for the weather
• Pen and paper for note taking
• Eye Protection and Hearing Protection (electronic hearing protection preferred)
• Lunch, snacks, and drinks (water recommended for hydration)