2 Day C.Q.B. - March 8th and 9th - Pittsburgh P.A.

About This Course:

Welcome to our Comprehensive Close Quarters Battle (CQB) Training Program. This intensive course is designed to equip you with a solid foundation in CQB tactics and techniques, providing you with the essential skills needed to navigate and operate in close-quarters environments.

Course Objectives:

In this course, you will:

• Master Core CQB Skills: Develop a fundamental understanding of key CQB principles, including weapon handling, movement, and communication. Learn how to apply these skills effectively in various scenarios.

• Tactical Approach to Enclosures: Gain expertise in approaching different types of enclosures, understanding the intricacies involved in preparing for entry, and minimizing exposure to threats.

• Entry and Space Clearing Techniques: Learn systematic and methodical approaches to entering and clearing rooms and buildings. This includes door breaching techniques, room entry formations, and methods to ensure every space is thoroughly cleared.

• Contextual Tactics Identification: Enhance your ability to identify and adapt tactics based on the specific context of the situation. Whether you are dealing with narrow hallways, open areas, or complex building layouts, you will know how to adjust your strategy accordingly.

• Hallway Navigation and Clearing: Understand the various types of hallways you may encounter and the specific tactics required to safely navigate and clear them. This includes L-shaped, T-shaped, and straight hallways, among others.

• Target and Occupant Processing: Learn how to swiftly and accurately identify and engage targets, ensuring non-combatants are handled appropriately. Develop decision-making skills under pressure to distinguish between threats and innocents.

Course Outcomes:

By the end of this course, you will:

• Possess a comprehensive set of practical and repeatable CQB skills.
• Be capable of conducting safe and effective building entries and clearances.
• Have the ability to assess and apply appropriate tactics in various CQB scenarios.
• Be prepared to handle high-pressure situations with confidence and precision.
• Be an asset to your team and community, capable of passing on your knowledge and skills to others.

Why Choose Our CQB Training?

• Expert Instruction: Our instructors are seasoned professionals with extensive real-world CQB experience. They bring a wealth of knowledge and hands-on expertise to the training environment.
• Realistic Scenarios: Engage in realistic training scenarios that closely mimic real-world conditions. This practical approach ensures you are well-prepared for actual situations.
• Comprehensive Curriculum: Our curriculum covers a wide range of CQB aspects, ensuring a thorough and well-rounded training experience.
• Focused Skill Development: Emphasis on building skills that are practical, repeatable, and adaptable to different contexts, making you a versatile and effective operator.
• Commitment to Safety: We prioritize safety in all our training exercises, ensuring a secure learning environment for all participants.

  
  

   

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this course, you will have mastered a range of critical skills and techniques essential for effective Close Quarters Battle (CQB) operations. Our detailed learning objectives include:

• Principles and Fundamentals of Enclosure Clearing Tactics: Gain a deep understanding of the core principles and fundamental tactics used in clearing various types of enclosures. Learn the theoretical and practical aspects that form the backbone of successful CQB operations.

• Entering, Clearing, and Securing Enclosures: Successfully execute entry, clearing, and securing maneuvers for both center-fed and corner-fed rooms. Develop the ability to apply these techniques under varying conditions to ensure thorough and effective room clearance.

• Identification and Clearing of Hallway Types: Learn to identify and proficiently clear the three primary types of hallways encountered in CQB scenarios, including L-shaped, T-shaped, and straight hallways. Understand the specific tactics and maneuvers required for each type.

• Threat and Non-Threat Identification: Hone your skills in correctly identifying and prosecuting threats versus non-threats during the clearing process. This includes rapid assessment techniques and decision-making under pressure to ensure accurate threat engagement.

• Proper Employment of Training Flashbangs: Learn how to safely and effectively employ training flashbangs (IWA or Taginn) in a room-clearing scenario. As part of the course, you will be provided with one live flashbang to practice deployment techniques in a controlled environment.

• Room Marking Procedures: Master room marking procedures to communicate cleared areas effectively to your team. This ensures systematic progress through an enclosure and prevents redundant efforts.

• Target Identification and Engagement: Enhance your ability to identify shoot or no-shoot targets accurately. This includes training on target discrimination and engagement protocols to minimize collateral damage and ensure mission success.

• Force-on-Paper Training: Participate in realistic force-on-paper exercises using provided Airsoft rifles, or bring your own blue bolt or Airsoft rifle. These exercises simulate live-fire scenarios in a safe and controlled manner, allowing you to practice and refine your CQB skills.

• Clearing Rooms with Open or Closed Doors: Understand and practice the techniques for clearing rooms with either open or closed doors. Learn the nuances and tactics required for each situation to ensure seamless and secure room entry.

Our course is meticulously designed to provide you with hands-on experience and practical knowledge, ensuring you leave with a robust skill set in CQB operations. Join us to elevate your tactical proficiency and become a formidable asset in any close-quarters scenario.

Course Time Commitment

Our intensive CQB Training Program is designed to maximize your learning experience over two comprehensive 8-hour days. Here's a detailed breakdown of the daily schedule:

• Total Duration: Two days, from 09:00 to 00:01 first day, 09:00 to 18:00
• Daily Structure:
  • Classroom Time: 1 hour per day, focused on theoretical instruction and foundational knowledge.
  • Morning Practical Application/Demo: 2 hours each morning dedicated to hands-on demonstrations and practical exercises.
  • Lunch Break: 1 and a half hours
  • Afternoon Practical Application/Demo: 5 hours each afternoon devoted to extensive practical application, ensuring you get ample time to practice and refine your skills.

     

Upon enrolling in the course, you will receive an email with a detailed Packing/Gear list. Additionally, we will reach out to gather some general background information about your experience and knowledge in the subject. This helps us tailor the course to meet your needs and ensure you are set up for success.

Gear List

Essential Gear

• Eye and Ear Protection: Ensure proper protection for eyes and ears during training activities.

• Full Kit with Pouches: Includes tactical gear with pouches for storing equipment and magazines.

• Pants: Suitable tactical or durable pants for comfort and mobility.

• Shirts: Short or long sleeve combat tops or similar for varying weather conditions.

• Magazines: Minimum of 4 magazines each for pistol and rifle.

• Helmet or Cap: Headgear for protection and comfort during training.

• Eye Protection (Eye Pro): Protective eyewear for safety.

• Gloves: Tactical or durable gloves for handling firearms and equipment.

• Belt with Holster and Pouches: Belt setup with holster for pistol and additional pouches for magazines and gear.

• Weapons Maintenance Gear: Tools and supplies for maintaining firearms during training.

• IFAK (Individual First Aid Kit) with Med Gear: Essential first aid kit with medical supplies for emergencies.

• Note-Taking Gear: Pen, notebook, or other tools for taking notes during training.

• Closed-Toe Shoes: Sturdy, closed-toe footwear suitable for outdoor and tactical environments.

• Night Vision: Night vision devices for enhanced visibility in low-light conditions.

• PID Lights: Portable identification lights for signaling or tactical use.

This gear list ensures participants are equipped with necessary items for safety, comfort, and effective training during our courses. Adjustments can be made based on personal preferences and specific training requirements. If you have any questions or need further assistance with gear selection, please feel free to contact our team.

Course Instructors

Our experienced instructors are committed to providing you with the highest quality training:

Mitchell McSherry

Nathaniel Kavakich

Enrollment Terms and Conditions

• Minimum Enrollment Requirement: Please note that this course requires a minimum of 8 students to proceed as scheduled, due to the curriculum's reliance on two fireteams for effective training. In the event that we do not reach this minimum, the class may be canceled. If your purchased course is canceled, you will receive a full refund.

• Enrollment Requirements

  To enroll in our courses, participants must meet the following criteria:

  • Citizenship Requirement: Participants must be United States citizens.
  • Legal Status: No felons, individuals pending legal trials, or individuals with active restraining orders are allowed to enroll in our courses.

  These requirements ensure the safety and compliance of all participants in our training programs. If you have any questions regarding eligibility, please contact our enrollment team for clarification.

  
  

• Background and Due Diligence: We conduct background checks and due diligence to ensure the safety and integrity of our programs.

• We have the rights to deny training to individuals

Student Responsibilities

Students are responsible for bringing their own food and water to the course. While we will have water available on site, please ensure you have adequate provisions to stay nourished and hydrated throughout the training.

Refund Policy

Our refund policy is structured as follows, based on the timing of cancellation:

• Full Refund: A full refund will be issued if the cancellation request is received more than 14 days before the start of the course.

• Partial Refund: A partial refund of 50% of the course fee will be issued if the cancellation request is received between 7 to 14 days before the start of the course.

• No Refund: No refund will be issued if the cancellation request is received less than 7 days before the start of the course or if the participant does not show up for the course.

Please note:

• Refunds will be processed to the original payment method.
• All refund requests must be made in writing via email to our enrollment team.
• Refunds may take up to 14 days to process.
• In cases where the course is canceled by us due to unforeseen circumstances or failure to meet the minimum enrollment requirement, a full refund will be issued automatically.

We appreciate your understanding and adherence to our refund policy. For any questions or clarifications, please contact our enrollment team.

Training Eligibility Requirement

Keystone Dynamics Solutions reserves the right to refuse training to individuals based on specific eligibility criteria. Our training courses are exclusively available to United States citizens. We do not provide training to non-U.S. citizens, individuals with felony convictions, or those with similar disqualifying statuses.

To ensure compliance with this policy, all applicants must provide proof of U.S. citizenship and may be subject to background checks. This requirement is in place to maintain the security, integrity, and effectiveness of our training programs. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in adhering to these guidelines.