AJ Zito: Performance Carbine

From the instructor:

2 Day Format:  700 rounds minimum

​Performance Carbine is a shooting program based in the practical use of the modern carbine. This course is designed for shooters who have a general understanding of shooting concepts but may want to refine their abilities and really learn how to shoot the carbine efficiently.

Instructor's Website:

https://www.practicalperformance.org/performance-carbine

Registration Link:

https://www.practicalperformance.org/product-page/practical-carbine-august-22-23-2026-onalaska-wa

Cost: $600 (Registration is through the instructor's website. A $40 per person, per day, range fee is due to FAS the first day of class)

Class Requirements:

All students MUST have safe gun handling skills prior to attending a course. Students must possess a basic level of firearms knowledge and marksmanship ability. 

Topics Covered:

- Effective Zero's
- Ballistic Considerations
- Performance Fundamentals and Structure
- Effective Recoil Management
- Reloading the Carbine and Considerations
- Multiple Round Engagements
- Building Speed

Equipment needed:

• Sharpie
• Rifle/Carbine with your preferred zero. Pistol Caliber Carbines are acceptable. (We will discuss and confirm your zero in class)
• Sling – must allow you to move freely with the carbine.  Sling must keep the muzzle in a safe direction (straight up or straight down) when in a stored position. It is recommended that you have a single point or two point sling. AVOID three point slings.
• 3 magazines
• A way to carry at least 1 magazine on the body (Belt mounted magazine pouches are highly recommended. Plate carriers or chest rigs are acceptable, but not recommended as a primary way to carry ammunition.
• Eye and hearing protection (wrap around each eye protection is recommended)
• Sunscreen
• Water
• Seasonally appropriate clothing
• Notebook (You're going to really want this during our zero section)