This 2 day class is for the intermediate to advanced shooter who is looking to up their shooting game! Come prepared to shoot a lot, get tons of 1:1 feedback, break down crucial practical shooting skills, and learn how stage plan, and discover our consistent execution threshold. We will open the class on Day 1 by shooting a cold stage. Expect to shoot at least 12 stages throughout the two days, with various practical shooting "workshops" sprinkled in throughout. We have a heavy emphasis on target transitions, entries and exits, shooting on the move, and stage planning. We will test stage plans, break down stage runs, test different strategies, and compete against each other! There are only 10 slots available for each of these classes, and we only plan to run a few of these per year. If you've been looking to take the next step to level up, this is the class for you!
(This is a special class as we will have DFW's own Brandon Barajas, CO GM assisting with class! - come train with 2 Grandmasters and level up your competition skills!)
NOTE: This class will require a minimum of a USPSA B classification OR EQUIVALENT. If you don't have a classification, please reach out directly to discuss. This is a fast-moving, advanced class, and everyone will be expected to keep up. For a deep dive on fundamentals and introduction to practical shooting, please refer to our Performance Pistol class.
Range Info: ETTS Gun Range - 620 Greathouse Rd, Waxahachie, TX 75167
REFUND POLICY: Refunds will only be given if Gateway Defense has to cancel a class. No refund will be given due to a student being unable to attend. A full class credit will be issued for a future Gateway Defense class by notifying brennan@gateway-defense.com no less than 14 days prior to the class date.
Pistol Mastery - Sep 12-13, 2026 (Waxahachie, TX)
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A modern, reliable, semi-automatic pistol chambered in .380, 9mm, .40 S&W, or .45 ACP. A backup gun is not necessary, but recommended.
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At least 3-4 serviceable magazines with a minimum capacity of 10 rounds. The more magazines the better.
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A Kydex holster that fully encapsulates the trigger guard (either OWB or IWB, no small of the back) or a duty holster such as Safariland 6000 or 7000 series holsters. No SERPA, nylon, or leather holsters allowed.
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A sturdy gun belt (concealed carry belt or battle belt/competition belt style).
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Minimum of 2 magazine carriers.
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1000 rounds of ammunition (500 per day)
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Eye protection (both clear and tinted recommended)
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Ear protection (electronic hearing protection required)
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Water and snacks
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Tools to service your optics, lights, holsters, guns, etc.
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Spare batteries for optics and lights.
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Rain gear (we train rain or shine)
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