VCAT 1 - Richmond (Open)

To survive a vehicle ambush you must immediately change the dynamic by establishing dominance over the adversary.  Students will learn to use the handgun to counter “near ambushes” (distances under 25 meters).   VCAT 1 will cover the following topics:

• Demonstration of cover/concealment options around vehicles
• Counter-surveillance and pre-attack indicators
• Strategies to overcome near ambushes
• Live-fire shooting while seated in the vehicle
• Exiting the vehicle under fire
• Engaging targets while outside of the vehicle
• Force-on-force scenarios to validate training

Prerequisites: Students must be U.S. citizens and legally allowed to possess a firearm.  Students have completed Paladin Tactical's Basic Pistol Course or have equivalent pistol training.  Students must have a working knowledge of the pistol including loading/unloading, clearing stoppages, and safety practices. 

Required Equipment:

• Eye protection
• Ear protection
• N95 Mask
• Gloves to protect against glass and sharp metal
• Knee and elbow pads recommended
• Long sleeve shirt for force-on-force scenarios
• Holster: "outside the waistband" holster.  No inside the waistband, appendix carry, or SERPA holsters.
• Handgun with 3-4 magazines
• 300 rounds handgun ammunition