Close Quarters Combat (LE/Mil only)
Prerequisite: See the Prerequisites for each level of CQB in the description paragraphs below.
16/24 hours / 2-3 days
Introduction to CQB: This course can be tailored as an entry-level course for those who have some experience with firearms and CQB or MOUT tactics and who wish to seek training geared toward preparation for a career on a military or LE tactical entry team. Prerequisites for this level of training are successful completion of the NBS Fundamentals of Pistol Marksmanship course and the NBS Fundamentals of Rifle Marksmanship course.
Level I: Focused on specific individual tasks within a tactical entry team. Well suited for those barrel-chested freedom fighters assigned to a Military or LE tactical team in the business of entering structures against an armed threat. This course is also available for MIL/LE interested in increasing your skillset in, or preparing for, a career on a special operations/tactical entry team. Prerequisites for this level of training
Level II: For those with some experience in Special Operations, Tactical operations, or the Protection industry, who have a desire to enhance or increase their knowledge in specific individual or collective CQB tasks, let us know and we’ll pair you up with similarly experienced freedom fighters to enable you to operate collectively as a tactical response team. Prerequisites for this level of training
Level III: Focuses on collective team tasks within a tactical entry team/organization. This level of training includes the full spectrum of tactical entry from organization preparation, to establishing training requirements, and determining specific authorities, to specific mission planning and execution. Prerequisites for this level of training are Teams assigned to an operational tactical entry Unit/Team/Organization and are, or will be expected to be, in a leadership or management position in charge of a tactical response team.
Cost: contact us for scheduling and pricing
Course topics
- The Principles of CQB
- Advanced pistol marksmanship
- Advanced rifle marksmanship
- Mission planning
- Transitions drills (Pistol/rifle)
- Room clearing
- Manual breaching (windows, doors, vehicles)
*Because of the complexity of each of these CBQ tasks, each course topic can be scheduled as
separate courses to isolate and focus on specific tasks.
Equipment list
- Issued tactical kit
o Helmet
o Battle belt
o Plate carrier/K-vest - Uniform or clothing that you’re expected to be working in
- Ammunition
o 800 rounds of 5.56mm
o 500 rounds of 9mm Ball
***Any of the above items can be rented/provided with advance notice. Recommend bringing a ball cap, water bottle with cap/cover, comfortable weather-appropriate clothing (can be warm or cool on the range depending on individual comfort level), sunscreen, and bug repellent.
A modified shooting position may be substituted for those who have a disability or functional limitation regarding a particular shooting task. To better enable us to accommodate you, let us know prior to registration if you have a limitation to a particular activity in the course description, i.e., wheelchair-bound, hearing impaired, loss of limb, etc.
1 To better enable us to accommodate those with a disability or functional limitation regarding a particular shooting task, let us know prior to registration if you have a limitation to a particular activity in the course description, i.e., wheelchair bound, hearing impaired, loss of limb, etc.
2 Recommend wearing two types of hearing/ear protection for indoor ranges: the foam type earplug and an over the ear earmuff type with noise cancelling and hearing enhancement capabilities (i.e., Cordova brand Encore Ear Plugs Corded Disposable and the Peltor Sport Tactical 100 Electronic Hearing Protector)
3 Holster should cover/protect the trigger and cover the pistol barrel/slide if it is an inside the waist band holster (IWB).
4 Holster should cover/protect the trigger and cover the pistol barrel/slide if it is an inside the waist band holster (IWB).
5 Holster should cover/protect the trigger and cover the pistol barrel/slide if it is an inside the waist band holster (IWB).
6 A seated or modified shooting position may be substituted for those who have a disability or functional limitation regarding a standing shooting position. To better enable us to accommodate you, let us know prior to registration if you have a limitation to a particular activity in the course description, i.e., wheelchair bound, hearing impaired, loss of limb, etc.
7 Tactical/duty kit should reflect your area of the industry from Military/S.W.A.T. Tactical duty rigs to VIP protection kit/clothing (a.k.a., first- and second-line gear).
8 Recommend wearing two types of hearing/ear protection for indoor ranges: the foam type earplug and an over the ear earmuff type with noise cancelling and hearing enhancement capabilities (i.e., Cordova brand Encore Ear Plugs Corded Disposable and the Peltor Sport Tactical 100 Electronic Hearing Protector)
9 Elevated positions include MEDEVAC from rooftop fighting positions, emergency egress/bailout from second story window/balcony.
10 CMC Rescue Survivor 8 Escape System, the EVAC Systems Bail-Out Bag Kit, or equivalent https://firepenny.com/CMC_Rescue_Survivor_8_Escape_System_p/CMC-500400.htm?gclid=CjwKCAjwv8qkBhAnEiwAkY-ahkU2LQLFG-WJSTfjYCiQDnhVxfdXQb4NEkGmPoqKXp9BDO_1uWgKsxoClNAQAvD_BwE
11 Helmet: recommend a helmet that you will be expected to use in your daily duties such as an OPSCORE or Team Wendy helmet. The Bump helmet version from these two vendors is also recommended. Fall rated climbing helmets designed for rock/mountain climbers are more than acceptable if they’re in your inventory but not required.
12 Tactical/duty kit should reflect your area of the industry from Military/S.W.A.T. Tactical duty rigs to VIP protection kit/clothing (a.k.a., first- and second-line gear).
13 Holster should cover/protect the trigger and cover the pistol barrel/slide if it is an inside/outside waistband holster (IWB/OWB) and be worn from 3-9 o’clock position (clear of the front of the body when worn).
