Rifle-Pistol Transitions (Skills Lab) | Nov 11, 2026 | Sandy

Ambidextrous Training- Develop Your Strong Side and Support Side Firearms Skills

Price: $85
Date: Monday, November 11, 2026
Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Location: The Armory, Sandy UT

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TOPICS COVERED

• Pistol to rifle
• Rifle to pistol
• Pistol strong hand to support hand and back
• Rifle strong side to support side and back

DESCRIPTION

Why switch between rifle and pistol, or from your strong to support side?  Smooth, safe weapon transitions give you options: engage threats at different ranges, effectively clear stoppages, or use of cover more effectively.  This advanced, physically demanding course sharpens those transition skills.   

MINIMUM ROUND COUNT – 200 rounds

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REQUIRED GEAR

1. A properly functioning carbine or rifle.
2. At least 3 rifle magazines (5 or more are recommended)
3. Minimum of 200 rounds of rifle ammunition
4. Magazine pouches for your rifle magazines (belt mounted or on a chest rig/plate carrier)
5. A quality sling
6. A properly functioning handgun
7. Minimum of 3 magazines for your handgun (5 recommended if using single stacked mags)
8. Magazine pouches for your handgun magazines
9. Properly fitting holster and sturdy belt (Preferably a rigid or kydex style outside-the-waistband holster. No soft side collapsable holsters; you must be able to reholster using only one hand.)
10. Minimum of 100 rounds of ammunition for that handgun
11. Eye protection
12. Electronic hearing protection
13. Appropriate range attire: closed-toe shoes, long pants, and crew neck shirt

SUGGESTED/OPTIONAL GEAR

1. Sharpie type pen for marking targets
2. Pen and notepad for taking notes
3. Hat or other head covering
4. Gloves
5. Knee pads and elbow pads
6. Footwear that you can stand in all day (boots are highly recommended)
7. Sunscreen or raingear (if outdoors, this course will go on rain or shine)
8. Refillable water bottle for hydration
9. Food or snacks to sustain you for the duration of the course

PROHIBITED ITEMS

Ammunition not allowed: armor piercing or steel core ammo (you will be responsible for paying for any damage to the range or steel targets)

Holsters not allowed: Blackhawk SERPA holsters, any holster that requires you to use your trigger finger to defeat a retention button or switch, cross draw holsters, ankle holsters, belly band holsters, fanny pack holsters, small-of-back holsters, shoulder holsters, soft side (collapsible) holsters

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PREREQUISITES

Participants must complete Defensive Handgun and Defensive Rifle and demonstrate proficiency in safety and technique in order to take this class. Exceptions may be granted by the instructor prior to signing up if you have attended other equivalent training or have sufficient experience.

LOCATION

The Armory
248 West 9210 South
Sandy, UT 84070
801-998-2255