2022 MOD (Move or Die) - Aug 20 

Course Summary:

The title of this course says it all: If you are not moving when an attack starts to unfold in front of you, when the dust settles that chalk outline on the ground in the shape of a body just might be yours.

Attacks happen quickly and you must be ready to react, this we know. However, we also know that, all else being equal, reaction will always be slower than action. So how do we give ourselves a fighting chance against the bad guy? By moving!!

Unfortunately, this is something that is easier said than done without practice. You know how people joke about having that “deer in the headlights” response to a situation? Well, when the stuff hits the fan and all heck breaks loose, if moving is not a practiced and learned skillset, that deer will be you and this is why all the rounds fired during this course will be done while moving. 

We'll talk about some of the signs to look for that may indicate an imminent strike from an attacker, we will demonstrate how to move off that line of attack, and we will cover methods of moving that will offer the best chance for your survival. Shooting techniques will be demonstrated that use your body’s natural reactions to successfully get rounds on the threat. 

Remember, if an attack happens on the street, it will be a gun fight not target shooting, and if you're not currently incorporating movement in your training routine, this course will be a real eye-opener to its importance.

Prerequisites:

Good basic gun handling and holster skills. Please note that this is a physically demanding course with periodic explosive movements, so be prepared to move fast and work hard.

Course Length/Hours:

1 Day - 9:00am-5:00pm

Topics Covered:

• Marksmanship fundamentals
• Drawing from concealment
• Reloading
• Malfunctions
• Unconventional shooting positions
• Explosive movements
• Use of cover
  

Gear Requirements:

• Modern defensive pistol
• Strong side holster (OWB, IWB, Appendix) - no shoulder, cross draw, or middle-of-back styles
• At least two (2) magazines, a mag pouch, and a sturdy belt
• 400 rounds of ammo
• ELECTRONIC hearing protection
• Eye protection
• Weather appropriate clothing, including boots - We shoot rain or shine
• Concealment clothes appropriate for climate and conditions
• Billed hat
• Lunch, snacks, and hydration        

Classroom & Range Information:

• Dedicated Classroom - Please note that firearms and/or ammunition are NOT allowed in the classroom!!
• Portable restroom facilities on-site
• Use Google Maps to GPS

Course Tuition:

$175 per person, which includes instruction, targets, and range access.

A portion of your tuition benefits Buckeye Firearms Association -
Thank you for your support.

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About the Instructors/Venue:

E.A.S.T. (Environmental Assessment and Solutions Training) Group:

E.A.S.T. Group was established by a group of professionals with a specific mission in mind: To assist individuals and organizations with the resources needed to map out a realistic training program and provide solutions to operate in today's ever- changing environment. 

Our cadre of instructors have the knowledge and experience gained from decades of working within the security realms both here and abroad which allows our students to immerse themselves in real world, up-to-date exercises. 

Our training methodology is unique due to our personal experiences which is why our company mantra “Bullets are Inbound” is the basis for all our training. This mindset allows for a vast mixture of “Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures” to tailor a training solution that meets the needs of our clientele.

E.A.S.T. Group's training facility is set up to allow students to run realistic training based on how our mind and bodies react when put under stress which enables the armed civilians to use that to their advantage instead of it being used against them.

Click here to visit E.A.S.T. Group's webpage!!

Chief Instructor Sylvester (Sly) Pocius:

E.A.S.T. Group’s Chief Instructor, Sylvester (Sly) Pocius, is a Retired Marine Corps Staff NCO with operational, strategic, and tactical experience from multiple overseas deployments. Assigned as a Primary Marksmanship and CQB instructor, Sly was responsible for Pre- Deployment and In-Theater training of Marine units in the tactical areas of Pistol, Carbine, Shotgun, Precision Rifle, Close Quarter Combat, Mountain and Desert Survival, Rappelling, and Fast Roping. 

Sly’s private contracting duties included the Drug Eradication Task Force in Afghanistan and he was responsible for training the Afghan National Police in Weapons Handling, Team Tactics, Building Clearing, and Raid Techniques.

Sly served in a Diplomatic Protection Detail in Iraq, where his primary responsibility was the day-to-day security and monitoring of the movements of US Ambassadors and visiting US Dignitaries. His secondary duties included keeping the security teams proficient in their Weapons Handling Skills, Building Clearing Procedures, and Hostage Rescue Techniques.

Sly is currently Chief of Operations and Chief Instructor at E.A.S.T. Group, a state-of-the-art firearms training facility in central Ohio. 

Lead Instructor Jeff Baker:

E.A.S.T. Group’s Lead Instructor, Jeff Baker, has been in law enforcement since 1996. During his career, Jeff has been a Swift Water Rescue Instructor, a Field Training Officer, a Boating Education Instructor, and a Fitness Tester. He moved into supervision/management about 6 years ago and he is currently Supervisor of Security for his department's headquarters. 

At E.A.S.T. Group, Jeff is Sly's Right Hand Man as well as his perfect partner for training demonstrations. Besides being an all-around awesome sidekick, Jeff's current claim to fame is that he owns the rights to the term describing the rapid, defensive movement demonstrated by Sly in all of his trainings, which is affectionately referred to as "The Sly Slide."