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Vehicle Defense Course

Take your vehicle defense tactics to the next level with Release Point's Vehicle Defense Course - Night Level 2. This advanced course is designed to enhance your proficiency in using Short Barrel Rifles (SBRs) for high-pressure vehicular scenarios, with a focus on nighttime operations. Building on the fundamentals from Level 1, this immersive program will deepen your expertise and prepare you for defending yourself in real-world vehicle-based situations under low-light conditions.

TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS

  • In-Vehicle Carry: Learn effective methods for carrying and deploying an SBR in confined vehicle spaces, including adjustments for nighttime scenarios.
  • Ammunition Selection: Understand the best ammunition choices for vehicle defense with an SBR, factoring in ballistics and stopping power in low-light conditions.
  • Vehicle Body/Glass Ballistics: Explore how vehicle materials influence bullet trajectories and penetration, particularly under the constraints of reduced visibility.
  • Shooting Positions: Practice advanced shooting positions tailored for vehicle environments, with a focus on adapting techniques for night-time engagements.
  • On-Cover/Off-Cover Shooting: Master engaging targets from behind cover and in exposed positions, using techniques optimized for low-light scenarios.
  • Rapid Target/Multiple Target Engagement: Refine your ability to quickly and accurately engage single and multiple threats in both daylight and night conditions.

REQUIRED ITEMS

  • 1x Short Barrel Rifle (SBR)
  • 2x SBR Magazines
  • 1x SBR Sling
  • 250x Rounds of Ammunition
  • 1x Set of Hearing Protection
  • 1x Pair of Shooting Safety Glasses
  • 1x Weapon White Light
  • Headlamp (White light you can wear around your head to have your hands free)
  • Food / Water
  • Sunscreen
  • Bug Repellent
  • Towel
  • Change of Clothes

FINE PRINT

  • No refunds or "rollovers" due to limited student slots and range fees.

Elevate your tactical skills and preparedness to the highest level with Release Point's Vehicle Defense Course - Day Level 3. This course combines everything learned in Levels 1 and 2 and introduces trauma medical training, empowering you to handle not just the threat but also the aftermath of any defensive encounter. Through real-world, high-pressure vehicular scenarios, you will refine your Short Barrel Rifle (SBR) and pistol techniques while learning to administer life-saving trauma care for injuries such as gunshot wounds and lacerations.

TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS

  • Advanced In-Vehicle Carry: Tactics for carrying and rapidly deploying both an SBR and a pistol in confined spaces.
  • Trauma Medical Training: Learn critical emergency care techniques for treating gunshot wounds, lacerations, and other trauma injuries encountered in a vehicle defense situation.
  • Vehicle Ballistics & Cover Utilization: Understand how to effectively use vehicle body and glass as cover, and how ballistics impact shooting angles.
  • Tactical Shooting Positions: Practice dynamic shooting positions and transitions between cover, optimizing your movement for vehicular defense.
  • Multiple Target Engagement: Develop precision and speed in engaging multiple threats while managing the stress of complex scenarios.
  • Scenario-Based Drills: Experience immersive, real-world training situations that test your ability to react, shoot, and provide medical care under pressure.

REQUIRED ITEMS

  • 1x Short Barrel Rifle (SBR)
  • 2x SBR Magazines
  • 1x SBR Sling
  • 1x SBR Magazine Pouch
  • 1x Pistol
  • 2x Pistol Magazines
  • 1x Pistol Holster
  • 1x Magazine Pounch
  • 250x Rounds of SBR Ammunition
  • 250x Rounds of Pistol Ammunition
  • 1x Set of Hearing Protection
  • 1x Pair of Shooting Safety Glasses
  • Medical Kit (recommended for trauma scenarios)
  • Food / Water
  • Sunscreen
  • Bug Repellent
  • Towel
  • Change of Clothes

FINE PRINT

  • No refunds or "rollovers" due to limited student slots and range fees.
  • Limited pistols available to rent.
  • For inquiries about equipment and ammo reservations, email: chris.allison@rp2inc.com

Take your firearms training to the next level with Release Point's Vehicle Defense Course - Day Level 1. This immersive course is designed to equip you with the skills and confidence necessary to defend yourself in real-world vehicular scenarios. Whether you're a new shooter or an experienced gun owner, our professional instructors will guide you through the fundamentals of vehicle defense, ensuring you're prepared to handle any situation with precision and confidence.

TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS

  • In-vehicle carry
  • Ammunition selection
  • Vehicle body/glass ballistics
  • Shooting positions
  • On cover/off cover shooting
  • Rapid target/multiple target engagement

REQUIRED ITEMS

  • 1x Pistol
  • 2x Pistol Magazines
  • 1x Pistol Holster
  • 1x Magazine Pounch
  • 250x Rounds of ammunition
  • 1x Set of hearing protection
  • 1x Pair of shooting safety glasses
  • Food / Water
  • Sunscreen
  • Bug Repellent
  • Towel
  • Change of Clothes

FINE PRINT

  • 9mm ammunition is available to purchase for $25 per 50 rounds.
  • Limited pistols available to rent.
  • Email chris.allison@rp2inc.com for questions or to reserve ammo or firearms.
  • No refunds or "rollovers" due to limited student slots and range fees.

Open Range

Join us for an exceptional training experience where your shooting skills can truly at Release Point Defense Training’s Open Range day, where your path to becoming a more skilled and confident firearm handler begins. Whether you're a newcomer or an experienced shooter looking to enhance your abilities, our Range Day offers a unique opportunity to refine your marksmanship in a dynamic environment.

5 Dynamic Ranges to Challenge and Improve Your Skills:

  • Close-Range Precision (3 - 15 yards): Perfect for quick reaction techniques and close-range accuracy.
  • Intermediate Distances (25 – 50 yards): Test your concentration and accuracy with targets set at varying distances.
  • Marksman (100 yards): Push your limits and refine your precision shooting skills.
  • Sharpshooter (200 yards): Elevate your shooting prowess with targets that demand fundamental marksmanship.
  • Expert (300 yards): Conquer targets at a distance that challenges your skill and precision.

Zero Your Optics, Amplify Your Skill

Focus on mastering the fundamentals of marksmanship. At Release Point, it’s not just about hitting the target—it's about enhancing your innate shooting abilities with each shot.

Join us for an exceptional training experience where your shooting skills can truly at Release Point Defense Training’s Open Range day, where your path to becoming a more skilled and confident firearm handler begins. Whether you're a newcomer or an experienced shooter looking to enhance your abilities, our Range Day offers a unique opportunity to refine your marksmanship in a dynamic environment.

5 Dynamic Ranges to Challenge and Improve Your Skills:

  • Close-Range Precision (3 - 15 yards): Perfect for quick reaction techniques and close-range accuracy.
  • Intermediate Distances (25 – 50 yards): Test your concentration and accuracy with targets set at varying distances.
  • Marksman (100 yards): Push your limits and refine your precision shooting skills.
  • Sharpshooter (200 yards): Elevate your shooting prowess with targets that demand fundamental marksmanship.
  • Expert (300 yards): Conquer targets at a distance that challenges your skill and precision.

Zero Your Optics, Amplify Your Skill

Focus on mastering the fundamentals of marksmanship. At Release Point, it’s not just about hitting the target—it's about enhancing your innate shooting abilities with each shot.

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Women’s Defense Course

Prepare to tackle night-time scenarios with advanced skills and strategies for effective personal safety and defense! You’ll build on foundational techniques from Level 1 to enhance your personal safety. This next level focuses on practical applications and real-world scenarios, ensuring you’re prepared for a variety of situations after dark.

TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS

  • Pistol shooting from inside your vehicle
  • Pistol shooting from outside your vehicle
  • Scenario based physical defense
  • Scenario based medical application

REQUIRED ITEMS

  • 1x Pistol
  • 2x Pistol Magazines
  • 1x Pistol Holster (Search Amazon for good reviews using the dominant shooting hand [Left/Right], pistol brand, type and caliber).
  • 1x Magazine Holster (Search Amazon for good reviews using the brand and caliber of your pistol).
  • 1x Pistol Belt (Search Amazon that is compatible with the holsters you selected above).
  • Pistol Light-Recommended (Search Amazon for good reviews using the pistol brand, type and caliber) or Handheld Tactical Flashlight.
  • 250x Rounds of ammunition
  • 1x Set of hearing protection
  • 1x Pair of shooting safety glasses
  • Food / Water
  • Sunscreen
  • Bug Repellent
  • Towel
  • Change of Clothes

FINE PRINT

  • 9mm ammunition is available to purchase for $25 per 50 rounds.
  • Limited pistols available if you do not have your own.
  • Send an email to chris.allison@rp2inc.com with any questions about reserving ammo/firearm if needed.
  • No Refunds or "Roll Overs" to the next training venue due to limited number of student slots and range fees.

Equip yourself with the skills needed to handle a wide range of critical nighttime challenges with our specialized training and respond effectively to critical situations with our Women’s Defense Course – DAY Level 3. Advanced techniques and strategies are introduced to further enhance your personal safety and defensive skills. Building on the skills developed in Level 2, this course delves into complex scenarios and Stressful situations, ensuring you are equipped to handle a wide range of real-world challenges.

TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS

  • Medical response and trauma care
  • Pistol shooting under stress
  • Tactical shooting from varied environments
  • Scenario-based physical defense
  • High-intensity scenario-based shooting, medical application and movement.

REQUIRED ITEMS

  • 1x Pistol
  • 2x Pistol Magaziness
  • 1x Pistol Holster (Search Amazon for good reviews using the dominant shooting hand [Left/Right], pistol brand, type and caliber).
  • 1x Magazine Holster (Search Amazon for good reviews using the brand and caliber of your pistol).
  • 1x Pistol Belt (Search Amazon that is compatible with the holsters you selected above).
  • Pistol Light-Recommended (Search Amazon for good reviews using the pistol brand, type and caliber) or Handheld Tactical Flashlight.
  • 250x Rounds of ammunition
  • 1x Set of hearing protection
  • 1x Pair of shooting safety glasses
  • Food / Water
  • Sunscreen
  • Bug Repellent
  • Towel
  • Change of Clothes

FINE PRINT

  • 9mm ammunition is available to purchase for $25 per 50 rounds.
  • Limited pistols available if you do not have your own.
  • Send an email to chris.allison@rp2inc.com with any questions about reserving ammo/firearm if needed.
  • No Refunds or "Roll Overs" to the next training venue due to limited number of student slots and range fees.

Private Courses

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Main Instructor at Release Point Defense

chris allison

20 years of dedicated service in the U.S. Marine Corps, Chris Allison brings unparalleled expertise and leadership to Release Point Defense Training. His extensive military career spans across key roles, including Infantry, Security Forces, ANGLICO, Force Recon, and Light Armored Reconnaissance. He also served as the Security Team Leader for the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (CJCS) and operated in the elite Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC). Throughout his career, Chris completed 10 overseas deployments, honing his skills in high-pressure environments and earning a reputation for excellence.

Precision Rifle / Long Range / Carbine Instructor

DAN LALOTA

20-year U.S. Marine veteran, Dan LaLota brings a wealth of experience and tactical knowledge to his role as President of Target Down Group. His distinguished military career includes service in elite units such as Force Recon and MARSOC (Marine Special Operations Command). Dan also currently serves as a expert Sniper and Weapons Instructor expert for many highly recognized personnel around the U.S. Dan continues to push the boundaries of tactical training, offering top-tier instruction for those seeking to excel in precision and defense training.

Precision Rifle / Long Range / Carbine Instructor

BILL HEINZELMANN

Bill Heinzelmann is a proven leader with a decade of service in the U.S. Marine Corps. As an Infantry Officer and a Platoon Commander of Force Recon, Bill holds extensive tactical experience and exceptional skills in weapon utilization in any scenario. Now an executive at B6 Security & Investigations, Bill applies his military expertise to the private security sector, providing strategic oversight and high-level security solutions for clients. His commitment to excellence continues to shape the success of those he trains.

Pistol / Carbine Instructor

DWIGHT LEDESMA

Dwight Ledesma brings 15 years of experience as a trainer / competitive shooter to his role as a Pistol and Carbine Instructor. His dedication to precision and performance has made him a standout in the community, and he now applies that expertise to teaching others. In addition to his shooting skills, Dwight is a certified CPR, AED, First Aid, and OSHA Instructor, further demonstrating his commitment to safety and preparedness in all training environments. His well-rounded skill set ensures that students receive top-tier instruction in both tactical and safety aspects of defense.

Pistol / Carbine Instructor

Nate Bryant

20-year Army Special Operations veteran. Nate’s distinguished military career includes service in elite tactical units and clandestine combat experience. Throughout his career, Nate has operated in high-stakes environments, developing expertise in leadership, strategic planning, and operational execution. His deep understanding of complex mission dynamics and battlefield realities enables him to deliver real-world, actionable insights to his students. His wealth of firsthand experience equips him to mentor gun owners and self-defense practitioners with unmatched knowledge and confidence.