Intro to 3-Gun by DefComp

COURSE SCHEDULE:
Saturday, June 13th (Training Day): 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday, June 20th (Match Day): 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Competitive shooting is one of the fastest growing shooting sports in America—and 3-Gun is leading the charge. It’s dynamic. It’s challenging. It’s humbling. And it’s one of the most powerful ways to build real-world firearm confidence under pressure.

Our Intro to 3-Gun course is designed for the shooter who has never stepped onto a 3-Gun stage… and for the shooter who has tried a match but knows they would benefit from structured training, education, and coaching.

This isn’t just a class. It’s your on-ramp to competition.

The Mission
At DefComp, we believe confidence is built through preparation and experience—not guesswork. Using a structured, “crawl-walk-run” progression, we will equip you with the knowledge, skills, and mindset to step onto the range with clarity and composure.

Then we take it one step further.

Saturday, June 13th: Train With Purpose - You’ll spend a full day learning the foundations of 3-Gun in a controlled, instructor-led environment.

Saturday, June 20th: Compete With Coaching - You’ll shoot our local 3-Gun match—assigned to an instructor who will coach you through the day, help with stage planning, answer questions, and guide you through the match experience. Your match entry fee is included in the course cost.

You won’t just learn about 3-Gun.
You’ll do it—with support.

Who This Course Is For
Shooters who want to try their first 3-Gun match
Shooters who have competed but want more confidence and education
Firearm owners comfortable with pistol, rifle, and shotgun who want structured training in a competition setting

Pre-Requisite:
Prefer Basic Level Course on any platform (pistol, rifle, or shotgun). Students must be safe and comfortable handling all three firearms.

What You’ll Learn

Classroom
Firearms safety (general and competition-specific)
Overview and function of pistol, rifle, and shotgun
3-Gun rules, divisions, and scoring
Equipment selection and setup
Match etiquette and range commands
Stage planning fundamentals

Range Training
Loading, moving, and shooting in a competition setting
Gun-to-gun transitions
Shooting on the move
Practical stage breakdowns using the “crawl, walk, run” method
Live stage simulations to prepare for match conditions

Our goal is simple:
By the end of training day, you’ll feel prepared.
By the end of match day, you’ll feel accomplished.

Ammunition Requirement (Estimate Only)
Pistol: 75–150 rounds
Rifle: 75–150 rounds
Shotgun: 75–150 rounds
(A more definitive list will be provided closer to the course date.)

Required Gear
Pistol (9mm minimum) and at least two magazines
Retention holster (no soft nylon holsters permitted)
Magazine pouch
Sturdy belt
Rifle (.223/5.56) and at least two magazines
Shotgun (12 or 20 gauge)

Additional Items
Eye protection
Ear/hearing protection
Ammunition (see above)
Sturdy footwear
Long pants recommended
No low-cut or deep V-neck tops

Don’t Have All the Gear?
We have loaner guns and equipment available.
We will work with you prior to the course to ensure you have everything you need.
This course is about building skill—not testing your equipment budget.

Course Investment
$330
(Match entry fee included)

Maximum Class Size: 10 students
Minimum class size: 5

The Outcome
You will walk away with:
A clear understanding of how 3-Gun matches operate
Confidence moving safely and efficiently with three platforms
Real match experience—with instructor support
A foundation to continue competing and improving
Competition exposes weaknesses—but it also builds capability.
If you’ve ever watched a match and thought, “I’d love to try that… but I’m not sure I’m ready.”

This is where ready begins.