Defensive Shotgun Fundamentals Training

Defensive Shotgun 1 - Salt Lake

INDOORS!

January 10th & 11th, 2024
Salt Lake City, UT

Not Like Any Other Shotgun Class...

This dynamic collaboration between Chris Cook and Sean Burrows is designed to equip students with essential defensive shotgun skills through a blend of data-driven theory and hands-on practical exercises.

Chris Cook, founder of Odyssey Training LLC, brings his extensive background in tactical training and real-world scenario-based insights.

Sean Burrows, a seasoned 3-gun competition shooter, brings an expertise with his precise and efficient approach to gun handling, providing students with cutting-edge techniques and strategies.

Together, they deliver a comprehensive and engaging two days or training, valuable insights, and new skills with a shotgun.

When & Where

Friday, Jan. 10, 2025

5:30PM - 9:00PM

TNT Guns & Range

5669 S. Commerce Dr.

Murray, UT 84107

Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025

9:00AM - 5:00PM

TNT Guns & Range

5669 S. Commerce Dr.

Murray, UT 84107

This portion of the class is usually held outdoors during warmer months of the year, but thanks to the state-of-the-art indoor range facilities at TNT, we can shoot and train with shotguns indoors during cold Utah winters, without missing a beat!

Covering All The Bases

Course material includes:

Safety
Shotgun Selection & Setup
Fundamentals of Operation
Ammo Selection & Applications
Fundamentals of Presentation
Recoil Management
Loads & Reloads
Clearing Malfunctions
Patterning
Strategic Movement
Using Cover & Concealment

Course Details

Round Count
Birdshot: 150 (lead only, no steel)
00 Buckshot: 50 (lead only, no steel)
Slugs: 50
Dummy Ammunition: 10

Required Gear

Serviceable 12 Gauge Tube-Fed Shotgun (pump action or semi-auto).
Side Saddle
Belt Bag or Fanny Pack for Shells
Tactical Sling

Other Required Gear

Eye & Ear Protection
Elbow & Knee Pads
Range & Weather Appropriate Attire
Food & Water
Note Taking Material

*After you purchase this course, an Elevated Training instructor will contact you via email 2 weeks before the course date with all pre-class preparation details necessary to help you have an optimal training experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

I have a semi-automatic shotgun but it uses box magazines. Can I bring that to class?

For the purpose of this class, box-fed shotguns are not applicable. There is a reason such weapon systems are not employed by military and law enforcement. The purpose of this class is to teach defensive shotgun tactics with platforms that generally have a proven track record. While your firearm may be perfectly serviceable, much of the course material we cover, frankly will not apply to that style of firearm.

I'm having a hard time finding slugs for the class. Any suggestions?

We will have limited quantities of slugs and buckshot available for purchase for students that are unable to find enough prior to the day of class. Arrangements must be made 48 hours in advance to purchase and reserve ammo if needed.

What kind of dummy rounds should I bring and where can I purchase them?

We only recommend inert dummy rounds made from real shot shell materials to mimic genuine weight and feel of live ammunition. Check out the following links for various types of dummy shells depending on what you need.
DummyBullet.Com
B's Dry Fire Snap Caps

We Don't Leave You Hanging

Most shooting classes are over when they end. With the amount of information covered in the two days we are together, we want you to get the most out of your experience.

This is why, when the event is over, you and your classmates will be given access to videos, spreadsheets, and printouts reviewing what we covered in class that you may reference as often as you would like to keep your competition training moving forward!