Pistol/Carbine Class Information

Day 1 - Performance Baseline Pistol

Day 2 - Performance Baseline Carbine

Day 3 - Rifle and Pistol Dynamics

The Performance Baseline Pistol Course offers advanced pistol training focused on refining marksmanship fundamentals and optimizing efficiency in motion. Building on the framework from our Baseline Courses, this program emphasizes disciplined execution, performance on demand, and strategies to improve through targeted training drills. 

Students will push beyond their comfort zones to develop speed, accuracy, and weapon manipulation skills under real-world conditions. Designed as a mobility-intensive pistol course, participants should be prepared for a physically engaging experience. This training equips shooters with the tools and knowledge to become confident, proficient, and adaptable with their weapon system. PERFORMANCE > PROMISE  

Minimum Gear Requirements:

• OWB (Outside the waistband) or IWB (Inside the waistband) Holster

• Reliable and sturdy EDC (everyday carry) or duty belt

• At least 2 magazine holders

• At least 3 magazines

• Reliable Pistol

• 800 rounds of ammunition

• Ear & Eye Protection

• Permanent Marker

• Appropriate Clothing for Range

• Weapons maintenance & cleaning equipment

• Food & Water

The Performance Baseline Carbine Course is an advanced tactical carbine course designed to refine the fundamentals of marksmanship and elevate your skills to the next level. Building on the foundation of our Baseline Carbine Course, this class emphasizes efficiency in motion, disciplined execution, and the ability to perform on demand under real-world conditions. 

In this intensive carbine class, students will push their limits to develop speed, accuracy, and effective weapon manipulation. Performance is measured and enhanced through specific techniques and drills. As a mobility-focused carbine course, participants should come prepared with a solid fitness level. Equip yourself with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to excel. PERFORMANCE > PROMISE

Minimum Gear Requirements

• Rifle

• 800 rounds of rifle ammunition 

• Rifle sling

• At least 3 rifle magazines

• Belt /Chest Rig

• At least 1 magazine holder for rifle magazines

• Ear & Eye Protection

• Permanent Marker

• Appropriate Clothing for terrain and Weather

• Weapons maintenance & cleaning equipment

• Food & Water

 Optional:

• Body Armor

• Plate carrier

• Chest rig

• Weapons Lights

• Batteries

• First Aid

• Gloves

• note taking gear, etc.

The Rifle & Pistol Dynamics course is designed to build the individuals performance level in a primary & secondary weapons system. Shooters will be instructed on how to exceed their comfort levels in order to build speed in engagement & manipulation with both weapons. This course challenges students to problem solve and develop disciplined systems & processes while in close to intermediate range engagements. This course holds shooters accountable for every round sent down range.  Open to all competent and tactically minded shooters. Whether you are military / law enforcement or just a prepared citizen, you will receive quality training from AHT instructors and staff that will help develop your skills and mindset. PERFORMANCE > PROMISE

This course covers: 

• shooting fundamentals / safety

• weapons conditions

• weapons considerations and set ups

• ballistics (Internal, External, Terminal)

• effective engagements

• mobility applications

• speed building

• primary / secondary weapons manipulation

• neuromuscular connection development

• weapons carry positions

• shooting positions / alternative shooting positions

• efficient movement / body mechanics

• strong / support side manipulation

• Primary & secondary weapons manipulation

• gear considerations

• gunfighter mindset

• malfunctions / reloading

• transitions

• uses of cover and movement to cover

Minimum Gear Requirements:

• Carbine with WML

• Pistol with WML

• Duty Belt

• Free hand light

• OWB or IWB Holster (No SERPA)

• Rifle sling

• At least 3 rifle magazines

• At least 3 pistol magazines

• 500 rounds Rifle

• 500 rounds Pistol

• 2 magazine holder for pistol magazines (Mag Pouch)

• 1 magazine holder for rifle magazines (Mag Pouch)

• Ear & Eye Protection 

• Appropriate Clothing for terrain and Weather

• Weapons maintenance & cleaning equipment

• Sunscreen

• Food & Water

• Permanent Marker

 Optional:

• Body Armor

• Plate carrier

• NODS

• Chest rig

• Batteries

• First Aid, etc.