A review of recent private training with Randy Harris

[A.J. Holst]

This is the third time I have hosted for and trained with Randy; obviously I have a bias, but I have come to like and trust Randy as an instructor.

 

It was a one-day course that began at 9a with "Pests Eat Fast", learning that distance is your friend and dry work with our handguns. The dry work was particularly helpful for my wife who was the most novice shooter in the group.  

 

We broke for lunch at noon; I strongly suggest you always bring some type of camp chair to any training session unless you like sitting on the ground. 

 

We then headed to the range and everyone pitched in to get everything set up. If you are hosting, consider buying or borrowing a pop-up shelter.

 

The biggest challenge on the range for Randy was working with my wife. The course is designed around drawing from a holster and getting out of immediate line of fire/attack. Sharon doesn't carry, her gun is dedicated night table/home defense. Randy was able to quickly adapt and tailor training to her. Easily done in a small class setting.

 

Did I get anything out of it - yes, a very subtle change with my trigger finger. I used 3 different pistols, 2 I carry (CZ75B Omega/MK9), one new one (Gemini Custom 3" SP101) and took the opportunity to work on my off-hand skills. I am pleased with my results, the performance ofl platforms and much more confident shooting with my off-hand.

 

Sharon - yes, she liked Randy and his teaching style. She could shoot better at 4pm than at 1pm. Randy said if he had one more day, she would be shooting very well and told her if a BG walked in the bedroom, he probably wouldn't walk out.

 

This brings up a topic we discussed: what to do in a home invasion? We all agreed we are not trained SWAT members and sweeping your home is proably not the best tactic. Basically, if you don't have to leave your bedroom, don't and sleep with your bedroom door locked. If you have loved ones in another room, have a plan.

 

My buddy Bill - yes - said he felt it was worth the money and glad he attended. He did say he was going to buy mag carriers as he saw the dis-advantage of carrying extra mags in a pocket.

 

We had 2 other TGO'ers attend, I hope they will post their experience and let me know how we can make the next event better.

 

 

 

I also recommend bringing a mag loader.

 

 

 

 

 

[Dustbuster]

Sounds like it was worth the money and beneficial I believe the price of life and injury is hard to place with infinite being the best guess. Anytime anyone spends money and time training to prevent and preserve its worth is 1 million fold. Congrats ill have to keep an eye out for his next upcoming.


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[Jamie Jackson]

Sorry to have had to miss what I'm certain was an excellent class GTG. I too trust and respect Randy.

 

Unfortunately my Mother experienced a stroke on the 2nd, and I've spent the majority of the past 3 weeks in Ms tending to her and her affairs. My appreciation to you, Randy, and others for your understanding and kind support.

 

Sharon was fortunate indeed to have Randy's watchful eye and tutelage. What a great foundation to build upon!

 

Thank you for hosting Randy. God willing I'll make the next class, certainly one in the region. Solid training such as this invaluable imho.

 

I also look forward to the other students feedback.