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Name: Stan

Background: USMC 5 years active 0311(Grunt), MSG Adak AK, Scout Sniper BLT 1/8 85-88. Expert qualification NRA High Power Match Shooter.

Steve Fisher Classes: Carbine II, Handgun I, Handgun II, Tactical Shotgun

Training notes:

Carbine II:
Personally I saw a need for, "in my mind", a refresher of what I thought I knew. What I found out in the first couple hours of Carbine II was,

1. I had deeply indoctrinated my mindset into High Power Match thinking, with the need to over come the firing line mentality

2. The training attitude, motivation, and confidence in his knowledge Fisher displayed was intoxicating, having us as students fired up, and wanting more.

3. I soon learned, by the end of the day, my military training was in much need of supplemental tutoring. Steve teaches to fight with the carbine, rather than just operate one. How to transition to the handgun, and when to do so. Shooting,(fighting) positions for various situations. I enjoyed mostly the mind set of situational awareness, and follow through, scanning for more targets that are out to do you harm.

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2. Handgun I&II:
   

These classes gave me the confidence to use my CPL to its fullest. I feel, through this instruction, I have the ability to safely defend myself and family should the situation arise, without endangering bystanders. Once again, mindset is stressed.

Tactical Shotgun:
Many myths and misconceptions were cleared up for me. From what load to use, and the effectiveness of each, to what a versatile weapon the shotgun is. The reload drills were challenging and effective. I enjoyed learning how to work this tool into a weapon. I'm looking forwards to the follow up to this class, as are other students I've spoke with.

In conclusion. My feelings on continuing tactical training revolve around the idea of having the knowledge, and not needing to use it, vice needing the knowledge and not having it. As a X-Jarhead, now carpenter (civilian), I understand the difference of Military, LEO, and Civilian when it come to armed encounters. As well as the similarities in mindset when someone is out to kill you. Steve Fisher instruction will give you a toolbox of that knowledge, no matter what your background. In the defense of yourself, your family, your community, or your country.