HARD TARGET

“When you are hungry, it is foolish to hunt a tiger when there are so many sheep to be had”.

We walk around everyday as a potential target for the criminal element.  Most of the World goes through life not paying attention to their surroundings and what dangers may be just around the corner.  In today’s world you don’t have to be an Executive of a Fortune 500 company or a member of the Armed Forces to become a victim of Terrorism.  Just being an American is enough.
 
CTI developed a series of training which we call HARD TARGET.  HARD TARGET is specifically designed for the problems in our world today.  This training is highly beneficial to those who are in the military and law enforcement, or for those whose business may take them out of the country.  However, if you are the kind of person who takes their own safety seriously, where ever you are, this training is for you.  

With this option a series of lectures are given on the topic of Terrorism.  This is a one day seminar which includes; 

     
    1.  WHAT IS TERRORISM?- This is a one hour class that briefly covers the history 
 of Terrorism, what motivates terrorists, their philosophies, ideologies and training.  

    2.  THE TERRORIST MODERIUS OPERANDI- This is a two hour class that explores the types of operations Terrorist utilize.  Classic operations are examined  from Bombings, assassinations, kidnappings and skyjackings.         
                                                    
     3.  PROTECTIVE MEASURES- This is a hour class that gives the individual an arsenal of  Information to help protect themselves from potential dangers while at home, the Office or on vacation.  This also provides the individual with information that will help protect themselves while driving or while traveling on foot.  

     4.  SURVIVING AS A HOSTAGE- Anyone can become a Hostage. With Home Invasions, Active Shooters in Schools and Offices, and Business Robberies all on the rise,  situations like these can instantly turn into a Hostage situation.  We have all seen or heard about what has happened to the American Hostages overseas.  Military and Civilian Hostages are treated the same.  This is a one hour class on what to expect as a Hostage and how to survive. 
          
     5.  DETECTING SURVEILLENCE-This is a one hour class on some basic information on how to detect someone who is doing surveillance on you or your place of employment.

     6.  BOMB THREATS/IED‘S- This is a one and a half hour class on how to handle a Bomb Threat, What are IED’s and what to do if you find a device.  *Military, Law Enforcement/Security Officers class has additional information concerning response
Considerations and search techniques. 

There are several Options available to fit your experience and desire to become a HARD TARGET.  These Options build off of the foundation of the lectures from the HARD TARGET Series.  

*OPTION I- Two day evolution.  

         DAY  1- HARD TARGET Seminar.

         DAY 2- BASIC HANDGUN TECHNIQUES-This course is designed for the person who needs to gain the basic knowledge on how to safely handle a handgun.                                                                                                

This second day includes;

1.  SAFETY RULES
2.  BASIC MARKSMANSHIP
3.  HANDGUN PRESENTATION
4.  LOADING/RELOADING
5.  MALFUNCTIONS
6.  COVER AND CONCEALMENT
7.  EXAM/QUALIFICATION
 

*OPTION II- Three day evolution.  Must have previously attended a Basic Handgun Course.

         DAY 1- HARD TARGET Seminar.
             
         DAY 2- TACTICAL PISTOL TECHNIQUES-This course is designed for the person who has already mastered the basic handgun techniques and is ready to move on to more practical shooting.  The second day includes;

1.  LOADING/RELOADING
2.  MALFUNCTIONS      
3.  DOUBLE TAPS/FAILURE DRILLS
4.  POSITIONS-STANDING, KNEELING AND PRONE
5.  PIVOTS
6.  MULTIPLE TARGETS
7.  TARGET DISCRIMINATION
8.  WEAK HAND SHOOTING
9.   LOW LIGHT/NIGHT SHOOTING

         DAY 3- TACTICAL PISTOL TECHNIQUES-The third day includes;

1.  BARRICADE SHOOTING
2.  SHOOTING ON THE MOVE
3.  BASIC ROOM CLEARING
4.  EXAM/QUALIFICATION COURSE
5.  COMPETITION

*OPTION III- PISTOL/SHOTGUN COURSE-Four day evolution. Must have previously attended a Basic Handgun Course.

DAY 1- HARD TARGET Seminar.

DAY 2- TACTICAL PISTOL TECHNIQUES.

DAY 3- TACTICAL PISTOL TECHNIQUES.

DAY 4- TACTICAL SHOTGUN TECHNIQUES-This course is designed for those who are ready to move on to more practical shooting, and may have the optional use of a shotgun.  The fourth day will include;

1.  LOADING/RELOADING
2.  MALFUNCTIONS
3.  POSITIONS-STANDING,KNEELING AND PRONE
4.  TRANSITIONS
5.  PIVOTS
6.  MULTIPLE TARGETS
7.  BARRICADE SHOOTING
8.  SHOOTING ON THE MOVE
9.  WEAK HAND SHOOTING
10.  EXAM/QUALIFICATION COURSE

*OPTION IV- PISTOL/M4 COURSE-Four day evolution.  Must have previously attended a Basic Handgun Course. 

1.  DAY 1-hard target Seminar.

2.  DAY 2-TACTICAL PISTOL TECHNIQUES.

3.  DAY 3- TACTICAL PISTOL TECHNIQUES.

4.  DAY 4-TACTICAL M4/AR15 TECHNIQUES-This course is designed for those who are ready to move on to more practical shooting and may have the optional use of a M4/AR15 rifle.  This fourth day will include;

1.  LOADING/RELOADING
2.  MALFUNCTIONS
3.  POSITIONS-STANDING,KNEELING AND PRONE
4.  PIVOTS
5.  SHOOTING ON THE MOVE
6.  MULTIPLE TARGETS
7.  TARGET DISCRIMINATION
8.  BARRICADE SHOOTING
9.  EXAM/QUALIFICATION

*OPTION V-This series was designed for Military and Law Enforcement.  It is a full 5 days of intensive training. 

DAY 1-HARD TARGET Seminar.

DAY 2-TACTICAL PISTOL TECHNIQUES.

DAY 3-TACTICAL M4/AR15 TECHNIQUES.

DAY 4-REACTION TO AMBUSHES-This is a full day of reacting to an ambush whether you are alone, in a group, walking or mobile.  This day incorporates all of the firearms techniques and puts it together with reaction drills. 

DAY 5-DEFENSIVE TACTICS-This class was designed to give the average person some tools to help in becoming a HARD TARGET.  Weapons retention and weapons take away are done by the students, as well as defense against edged weapons.  Offensive and Defense blows, strikes and low kicks are demonstrated as well.