Breach Point: Mechanical Breaching & SIM CQB
Duration: 2 Days
Format: Open Enrollment
Training Type: SIM/UTM Only
Live Fire: No live fire
Breaching Type: Mechanical breaching only
Low-Light Training: Included
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Prerequisite: Safe weapons handling and prior basic firearms training recommended
Course Intent
Breach Point: Mechanical Breaching & SIM CQB is a 2-day, open-enrollment course designed to introduce and develop students in mechanical breaching fundamentals and SIM/UTM-based structure work.
This course focuses on the safe, practical, and controlled application of mechanical breaching tools in a training environment, followed by SIM/UTM-based CQB scenarios that allow students to apply movement, communication, low-light problem solving, and post-breach entry concepts without live fire.
Students will work individually and in teams while learning how breaching fits into close-quarters problem solving, team movement, communication, low-light movement, and structure-based decision-making.
This course is designed for responsible civilians, law enforcement, and military personnel looking to build a stronger understanding of mechanical breaching and CQB integration in a controlled training environment.
Course Format
This is a SIM/UTM-only course.
There will be no live-fire training during this class.
All structure-based work will be conducted using SIM/UTM platforms, inert training weapons, or approved training weapons as directed by the instructors.
Mechanical breaching will be conducted using approved tools and training doors or designated breach points.
Low-light repetitions will be conducted using white light, handheld lights, weapon-mounted lights, or instructor-approved lighting equipment.
Safety Protocol
Safety is the priority for this course.
All students will receive a safety brief prior to training. Instructors will inspect weapons, gear, SIM/UTM equipment, lights, tools, and training areas before exercises begin.
Any student deemed unsafe in their handling, decision-making, muzzle awareness, tool control, communication, or overall conduct may be removed from training at instructor discretion.
KDS reserves the right to restrict, modify, or terminate participation for any student who fails to meet the safety standard.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, students will have been introduced to and developed in:
- Mechanical breaching fundamentals
- Breaching tool selection and safe handling
- Ram, sledgehammer, and Halligan use
- Breacher and team positioning
- Communication before, during, and after the breach
- Post-breach entry considerations
- SIM/UTM-based CQB movement
- 2-man and 4-man structure movement
- Hallway and room problem-solving
- Low-light movement and communication
- White light use in structure-based environments
- Light/no-light decision-making
- Team accountability inside a structure
- Decision-making under stress
- Breach-to-entry sequencing
- Scenario-based problem-solving
- After-action review and performance feedback
Course Outline
Day 1 – Mechanical Breaching Fundamentals & Structure Movement
Morning Block – Safety, Setup, and Fundamentals
Student In-Processing
- Student check-in
- Safety and medical brief
- Gear inspection
- SIM/UTM verification
- Training weapon inspection
- Light inspection
- Instructor introductions
- Course expectations and standards
Mechanical Breaching Fundamentals
Students will be introduced to the basic principles of mechanical breaching, including:
- Breaching safety
- Tool control
- Breacher positioning
- Team positioning
- Communication
- Breach sequencing
- Post-breach movement
- Common problems and corrections
Mechanical Breaching Tools
Students will work with common mechanical breaching tools, including:
- Ram
- Sledgehammer
- Halligan
- Pry tools
- Additional instructor-approved breaching tools
Students will learn safe handling, basic application, and how to work around a breach point while maintaining team awareness.
Midday Block – Mechanical Breaching Practical Application
Students will conduct practical mechanical breaching repetitions using designated training doors or breach points.
Training will focus on:
- Tool selection
- Approach to the breach point
- Communication with the team
- Controlled tool work
- Maintaining awareness during breaching
- Moving from breach to entry
- Team flow after access is made
Students will rotate through breacher and team member roles to understand the full process from multiple positions.
Afternoon Block – SIM/UTM Structure Movement
Students will transition into SIM/UTM-based structure work, focusing on:
- 2-man movement
- 4-man movement
- Room entry concepts
- Hallway movement
- Corner-fed and center-fed room problems
- Communication inside the structure
- Threat identification
- Team accountability
- Muzzle awareness and safe weapons handling
Evening / Low-Light Block – White Light Reps
Students will conduct controlled low-light repetitions using white light and SIM/UTM platforms.
Training will focus on:
- White light safety
- Handheld and weapon-mounted light considerations
- Light discipline
- Light/no-light movement
- Communication in low-light environments
- Threat identification under reduced visibility
- Breach-to-entry movement in low light
- 2-man and 4-man low-light structure reps
- Instructor-led AARs after each evolution
End-of-Day Review
Day 1 will conclude with:
- Safety check
- Gear accountability
- Instructor-led review
- Student questions
- Key lessons from mechanical breaching repetitions
- Key lessons from low-light repetitions
- Preparation points for Day 2 scenarios
Day 2 – Breach-to-Entry Integration & SIM/UTM Scenarios
Morning Block – Review and Warm-Up
Students will begin Day 2 with a review of Day 1 material.
Focus areas include:
- Safety review
- SIM/UTM equipment check
- Mechanical breaching tool review
- Light review
- Breacher/team communication
- Team positioning
- Movement refresher
- Dry breach-to-entry walkthroughs
Midday Block – Breach-to-Entry Drills
Students will apply the mechanical breaching process into SIM/UTM structure scenarios.
Training will include:
- Breach team setup
- Breacher communication
- Mechanical breach execution
- Post-breach movement
- Entry flow
- Problem-solving inside the structure
- Team-based decision-making
- Instructor-led AARs after each run
Students will rotate through different roles to gain exposure as the breacher, team member, and supporting element.
Afternoon Block – Scenario-Based Repetitions
The course will build into controlled SIM/UTM scenario repetitions that combine:
- Mechanical breaching
- Team movement
- Communication
- Low-light decision-making, when applicable
- Structure-based decision-making
- Threat identification
- Non-threat discrimination
- Hallway and room problem-solving
- Team accountability
- Stress-based performance
Students will receive direct instructor feedback throughout each scenario.
Course Wrap-Up
The course will conclude with:
- Final safety check
- Gear accountability
- Student/instructor debrief
- Lessons learned
- Individual and team feedback
- Certificates or documentation of completion, if issued upon request
Required Gear List
Students are responsible for bringing the following:
- Eye protection
- Hearing protection
- Gloves
- Helmet, recommended
- Full kit or plate carrier, recommended
- Belt with holster and pouches
- Durable pants
- Long-sleeve shirt or combat top recommended
- Closed-toe shoes or boots
- White light / handheld light
- Weapon-mounted light, recommended
- IFAK with medical gear
- Note-taking gear
- Water and food for both training days
SIM/UTM Equipment
Students should bring SIM/UTM-compatible weapons and protective equipment if they have them.
If you do not have SIM/UTM gear, contact KDS prior to the course to confirm availability.
All SIM/UTM weapons, conversion kits, magazines, ammunition, and protective equipment must be inspected and approved by instructors prior to use.
No live ammunition will be permitted in the training area.
Ammunition Requirement
This is a SIM/UTM-only course.
There is no live-fire ammunition requirement.
Students may be required to purchase or bring SIM/UTM rounds depending on course logistics. If SIM/UTM ammunition is provided by KDS, it may be available at cost.
Course-specific round count will be announced prior to the training date.
Enrollment Terms and Conditions
Open Enrollment
This is an open-enrollment course.
Responsible civilians, law enforcement, and military personnel may apply to attend, provided they meet all eligibility and safety requirements.
Minimum Enrollment Requirement
This course may require a minimum number of students to proceed as scheduled.
If the minimum enrollment requirement is not met, the class may be canceled or rescheduled. If your purchased course is canceled by KDS, you will receive a full refund.
Enrollment Requirements
To enroll in this course, participants must meet the following requirements:
- Must be a United States citizen
- No felony convictions
- No pending legal trials
- No active restraining orders
- Must be legally allowed to possess and train with firearms
- Must be able to safely participate in physical training involving movement, tools, and structure-based exercises
These requirements exist to maintain safety, compliance, and the integrity of the training environment.
Background Checks and Due Diligence
Keystone Dynamic Solutions conducts background checks and due diligence when necessary to ensure the safety and integrity of our programs.
KDS reserves the right to deny training to any individual at its discretion.
Applicants may be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship and may be subject to background verification.
Student Responsibilities
Students are responsible for arriving prepared, on time, and with the required gear, food, water, and any required SIM/UTM equipment.
Students are also responsible for maintaining safe weapons handling, professional conduct, and accountability throughout the course.
Failure to meet the safety standard may result in removal from training.
Training Eligibility Requirement
Keystone Dynamic Solutions reserves the right to refuse training to individuals based on eligibility, safety, legal, or professional conduct concerns.
This course is available to United States citizens who are legally permitted to possess and train with firearms.
KDS does not provide this training to non-U.S. citizens, individuals with felony convictions, individuals with active restraining orders, or individuals with similar disqualifying legal statuses.
By enrolling, students acknowledge and agree to all eligibility requirements, safety standards, refund policies, and course expectations.