Intro to CQB with SIM/UTM – Class Overview
Duration: 1 Day
Format: Open Enrollment
Training Type: SIM/UTM Only
Live Fire: No live fire
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Prerequisite: Safe weapons handling and prior basic firearms training recommended
Course Intent
The Intro to CQB with SIM/UTM Course is a one-day, open-enrollment training event designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of close-quarters battle in a safe, controlled, force-on-force training environment.
This course focuses on structure-based movement, communication, team accountability, decision-making, and room entry concepts using SIM/UTM platforms, inert training weapons, or approved training weapons.
Students will work individually and in teams while learning how to move through structures, solve common CQB problems, communicate under stress, and apply safe weapons handling in close-quarters environments.
This course is designed for responsible civilians, law enforcement, and military personnel looking to build a stronger understanding of CQB fundamentals without live-fire training.
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.
The course will include dry instruction, movement drills, team-based exercises, and controlled SIM/UTM scenario repetitions.
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, and training areas before exercises begin.
No live ammunition will be permitted in the training area.
Any student deemed unsafe in their handling, decision-making, muzzle awareness, 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:
- CQB safety principles
- Structure-based weapons handling
- Muzzle awareness in confined spaces
- Individual movement inside structures
- 2-man and 4-man movement concepts
- Hallway movement
- Room entry fundamentals
- Corner-fed and center-fed room problems
- Communication inside a structure
- Threat identification and decision-making
- Team accountability
- SIM/UTM-based scenario work
- Decision-making under stress
- After-action review and performance feedback
Course Outline
Morning Block – Safety, Setup, and CQB Fundamentals
Student In-Processing
- Student check-in
- Safety and medical brief
- Gear inspection
- SIM/UTM verification
- Training weapon inspection
- Instructor introductions
- Course expectations and standards
CQB Fundamentals
Students will be introduced to the basic principles of CQB, including:
- CQB safety
- Muzzle awareness
- Weapon handling inside structures
- Individual movement
- Team positioning
- Communication
- Threshold evaluation
- Room entry concepts
- Hallway movement
- Common problems and corrections
Students will learn how to safely move, communicate, and make decisions inside a structure while maintaining awareness of teammates, unknown areas, and potential threats.
Midday Block – Structure Movement Practical Application
Students will conduct practical repetitions inside a structure or designated training area.
Training will focus on:
- Individual movement
- 2-man movement
- 4-man movement
- Communication
- Hallway movement
- Room entry fundamentals
- Corner-fed and center-fed room problems
- Maintaining muzzle awareness
- Team accountability
- Moving with control and purpose
Students will rotate through different positions to understand the full process from multiple roles within the team.
Afternoon Block – SIM/UTM CQB Integration
Students will transition into SIM/UTM-based structure work, focusing on:
- 2-man structure movement
- 4-man structure movement
- Room entry concepts
- Hallway movement
- Communication inside the structure
- Threat identification
- Team accountability
- Muzzle awareness and safe weapons handling
- Decision-making under stress
CQB Application Drills
Students will apply the CQB fundamentals learned earlier in the day through controlled SIM/UTM repetitions.
Training will include:
- Team setup
- Movement to points of entry
- Threshold evaluation
- Room entry
- Hallway and room problem-solving
- Threat and no-threat discrimination
- Communication during movement
- Team-based decision-making
- Instructor-led AARs after each run
Scenario-Based Repetitions
The day will end with controlled SIM/UTM scenario repetitions that combine team movement, communication, structure-based decision-making, and close-quarters problem-solving.
Students will receive direct instructor feedback throughout the training.
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
- IFAK with medical gear
- Note-taking gear
- Water and food for the training day
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 SIM/UTM 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 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.
Refund Policy
Our refund policy is 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 50% refund will be issued if the cancellation request is received between 7 and 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.
Please note:
- Refunds will be processed to the original payment method.
- All refund requests must be made in writing via email.
- Refunds may take up to 14 days to process.
- If KDS cancels the course due to unforeseen circumstances or failure to meet the minimum enrollment requirement, a full refund will be issued automatically.
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.