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21Feb2026 DEFENSIVE PISTOL LOW LIGHT TACTICS - Griffin , Ga

$325.00

This class teaches principles and techniques that will increase your ability to protect yourself and loved ones in Active Shooter events, home invasions, and other dangerous situations. DPT LOW LIGHT is also designed to increase accuracy, efficiency and speed with a handgun, enabling you to perform better under pressure in high-stress situations.

Defensive Pistol Tactics in Low Light

Mastering defensive pistol tactics in low light conditions is essential for any serious firearms enthusiast or professional. Darkness or dim environments introduce unique challenges that require specialized skills and strategies to maintain safety and effectiveness.

Key Principles

1. Light Discipline and Control

  • Use a tactical flashlight or weapon-mounted light to identify threats without exposing your position.

  • Develop proficiency in techniques like the Harries, FBI, or Rogers flashlight methods to illuminate targets while maintaining a proper grip and shooting stance.

  • Avoid rapidly swinging the light; deliberate, controlled movements reduce disorientation and maintain situational awareness.

2. Target Identification

  • Positive target identification is critical; never shoot unless you clearly see the target and what is beyond it.

  • Use your light to scan the environment and confirm whether the perceived threat is hostile.

  • Remember that in low light, peripheral vision is limited. Focus on scanning with your flashlight rather than relying solely on ambient sight.

3. Shooting Fundamentals

  • Maintain a strong two-handed grip and proper stance; low light does not alter the basics of marksmanship.

  • Practice shooting with low light gear to understand how the weapon's sights align with the flashlight beam.

  • Be prepared for temporary vision impairment; after using the light, give your eyes a moment to adjust to the dark again.

4. Movement and Positioning

  • Move slowly and deliberately to maintain balance and control.

  • Use cover and concealment effectively; shadows and obstacles can provide protection from threats.

  • Avoid silhouetting yourself against light sources by maintaining awareness of background lighting.

5. Mental Preparedness and Training

  • Train regularly under low light conditions to build confidence and muscle memory.

  • Simulate stress and realistic scenarios to prepare for actual defensive encounters.

  • Develop a systematic search pattern with your light, combining it with verbal commands and controlled shooting drills.

Recommended Gear

  • Weapon-Mounted Lights: Provide direct illumination while keeping your hands free.

  • Handheld Tactical Flashlight: Must be reliable, easy to grip, and offer multiple brightness settings.

  • Night Sights or Tritium Sights: Enhance sight acquisition in low light without relying solely on external lights.

Consistent training integrating these tactics will dramatically improve performance and safety during defensive shooting in low light conditions. Armored Eagle Training offers comprehensive courses nationwide designed to sharpen these vital skills.

CORE FOCUS

Personal Defense & Real-World Readiness:
This focus emphasizes preparing students for real-life scenarios such as active shooter events, home invasions, and other high-stress encounters. The course teaches vital principles and tactical techniques to help you protect yourself and your loved ones in unpredictable and dangerous situations.

Handgun Skill Building & Performance Under Pressure
This focus is designed to improve your accuracy, speed, and overall efficiency with a handgun. Instruction is tailored to your personal skill level to ensure growth in both fundamental and advanced pistol handling, helping you perform confidently under stress.

DONT CLICK THE “ADD TO CART” BUTTON!!! THIS IS A CUSTOM EVENT! SIGN UP AT THE LINK BELOW.!!

Sign up at:

https://modernwarriors.com/event-details?event_type_id=100

This class teaches principles and techniques that will increase your ability to protect yourself and loved ones in Active Shooter events, home invasions, and other dangerous situations. DPT LOW LIGHT is also designed to increase accuracy, efficiency and speed with a handgun, enabling you to perform better under pressure in high-stress situations.

Defensive Pistol Tactics in Low Light

Mastering defensive pistol tactics in low light conditions is essential for any serious firearms enthusiast or professional. Darkness or dim environments introduce unique challenges that require specialized skills and strategies to maintain safety and effectiveness.

Key Principles

1. Light Discipline and Control

  • Use a tactical flashlight or weapon-mounted light to identify threats without exposing your position.

  • Develop proficiency in techniques like the Harries, FBI, or Rogers flashlight methods to illuminate targets while maintaining a proper grip and shooting stance.

  • Avoid rapidly swinging the light; deliberate, controlled movements reduce disorientation and maintain situational awareness.

2. Target Identification

  • Positive target identification is critical; never shoot unless you clearly see the target and what is beyond it.

  • Use your light to scan the environment and confirm whether the perceived threat is hostile.

  • Remember that in low light, peripheral vision is limited. Focus on scanning with your flashlight rather than relying solely on ambient sight.

3. Shooting Fundamentals

  • Maintain a strong two-handed grip and proper stance; low light does not alter the basics of marksmanship.

  • Practice shooting with low light gear to understand how the weapon's sights align with the flashlight beam.

  • Be prepared for temporary vision impairment; after using the light, give your eyes a moment to adjust to the dark again.

4. Movement and Positioning

  • Move slowly and deliberately to maintain balance and control.

  • Use cover and concealment effectively; shadows and obstacles can provide protection from threats.

  • Avoid silhouetting yourself against light sources by maintaining awareness of background lighting.

5. Mental Preparedness and Training

  • Train regularly under low light conditions to build confidence and muscle memory.

  • Simulate stress and realistic scenarios to prepare for actual defensive encounters.

  • Develop a systematic search pattern with your light, combining it with verbal commands and controlled shooting drills.

Recommended Gear

  • Weapon-Mounted Lights: Provide direct illumination while keeping your hands free.

  • Handheld Tactical Flashlight: Must be reliable, easy to grip, and offer multiple brightness settings.

  • Night Sights or Tritium Sights: Enhance sight acquisition in low light without relying solely on external lights.

Consistent training integrating these tactics will dramatically improve performance and safety during defensive shooting in low light conditions. Armored Eagle Training offers comprehensive courses nationwide designed to sharpen these vital skills.

CORE FOCUS

Personal Defense & Real-World Readiness:
This focus emphasizes preparing students for real-life scenarios such as active shooter events, home invasions, and other high-stress encounters. The course teaches vital principles and tactical techniques to help you protect yourself and your loved ones in unpredictable and dangerous situations.

Handgun Skill Building & Performance Under Pressure
This focus is designed to improve your accuracy, speed, and overall efficiency with a handgun. Instruction is tailored to your personal skill level to ensure growth in both fundamental and advanced pistol handling, helping you perform confidently under stress.

DONT CLICK THE “ADD TO CART” BUTTON!!! THIS IS A CUSTOM EVENT! SIGN UP AT THE LINK BELOW.!!

Sign up at:

https://modernwarriors.com/event-details?event_type_id=100

The DEFENSIVE PISTOL tactics level 1 is our most popular firearms course and is meant to BE a COURSE for all shooters. We begin with the basic safety lessons and dry firing. This course FOCUSES ON MARKSMANSHIP AND SAFETY.
 
MINIMUM ENTRY FIREARM REQUIREMENTS
None. This course is open to ALL levels as an introduction to safe and proficient firearms training for beginners or a fundamentals refresher for those with some previous experience. 
 
WHAT TO BRING
- Full size 9mm or larger caliber pistol or compact PISTOL.
- Eye Protection (sunglasses are acceptable)
- Hearing Protection
- Sturdy Belt (non-cloth, must be able to hold up the weight of a pistol and magazine holder)
- 2 magazines (10 round minimum)
- Magazine Holster
- Holster 
- 350 Rounds
- Long Pants
- Closed-toed shoes 
- Water, food, snacks (for duration of course)
 
RECOMMENDED ITEMS
- Gun Oil
- Additional range/firearms gear
 
- Firearms Training utilizes semiautomatic pistols, however, we offer custom classes on any and all small arms. Full-Frame pistols are recommended. Sub-Compact pistols are not recommended.
 
- SERPA-style holsters not authorized. Due to the nature of the training offered and the repetitive drawing and holstering of firearms, SERPA style holsters are not authorized for Armored Eagle Training courses. If you do not have an alternative holster available, one may be provided with advanced notice.
 
- Keep firearms in vehicles. Please take care that when arriving to training sites, participants are not to remove from their vehicles or otherwise handle firearms until instructed to do so by the event cadre. In an effort to enforce good firearms safety and best practices, we would ask that firearms remain in vehicles until specifically told to bring them out.