Pistol Optic Fundamentals (Hyannis, MA)

Find the Dot: Pistol Optic Fundamentals

This one-day training course is designed for responsible gun owners and professionals looking to enhance their performance with a red dot-equipped handgun. Whether you’re making the switch from iron sights or want to sharpen existing skills, this course offers practical, real-world instruction on running a red dot in a defensive context.

You’ll learn how to consistently find the dot during your presentation, track it through recoil, and stay target-focused while still achieving fast, accurate hits.

Through a combination of dry fire, live fire, and targeted feedback, students will leave with a stronger foundation in red dot handgun performance and the confidence to use their gear effectively under pressure.

Topics Covered Include:

• Options with optics
• What the dot is best for
• Red dot zeroing and point-of-aim / point-of-impact relationships
• Efficient dot acquisition during the presentation
• Recoil control and dot tracking
• Target-focused shooting and visual discipline
• Problem-solving in low light and dynamic environments

Who Should Attend:

This course is best suited for those who have already completed a basic or defensive handgun class and are ready to build real proficiency with their pistol-mounted optic. It’s ideal for concealed carriers, security professionals, transitioning law enforcement, or anyone who carries a red dot-equipped handgun for personal protection.

Course Length: 1 Day
Round Count: 400 rounds
Prerequisites: Prior formal handgun training that includes working with presentation from the holster.
Required Gear: A handgun with a mounted red dot, quality holster, at least 3 magazines, eye/ear protection, and a spare battery for your optic.

Instructor: Barret Kendrick is the founder and lead instructor of Bearco Training, providing realistic, research-based defensive training since 2009. With over 15 years of teaching experience and certifications in use-of-force, human performance, and active threat response, Barret equips students with the skills and judgment needed for real-world defense.

Registration: https://capegunworks.coreware.com/product/registration-for-find-the-dot-pistol-optic-fundamentals-on-08-19-2025-at-0900