Natural Point of Aim and Retention Fire (Skills Maintenance): Apr 14, 2026 | Orem TP

Price: $75
Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Tactical Penguin, Murray UT
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TOPICS COVERED
- Understanding Natural Point of Aim
- Physics of recoil management
- Alternate aiming techniques
- Shooting from point of retention
- Close quarters shooting techniques
DESCRIPTION
Natural Point of Aim (NPA) and retention fire are two defensive handgun techniques that are often overlooked or even difficult to practice in traditional range settings. Join us for this fast paced class and get your reps in. We’ll finish the class using a simplified version of the drill from the infamous alley scene the movie ‘Collateral’. You can see an example of this drill on the Vickers Tactical YouTube channel.
MINIMUM ROUND COUNT – 200 rounds
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REQUIRED GEAR
- A properly functioning handgun
- Minimum of 3 magazines for your handgun (5 recommended if using single stacked mags)
- Magazine pouches for your magazines
- Properly fitting holster and sturdy belt (Preferably a rigid or kydex style outside-the-waistband holster. No soft side collapsible holsters; you must be able to reholster using only one hand. If you intend to use an inside-the-waistband holster for this course, check with us ahead of time so we can verify the suitability of the holster and coach you on how to safely use it.)
- Minimum of 200 rounds of ammunition for that handgun
- Eye protection
- Electronic hearing protection
- Appropriate range attire: closed-toe shoes, long pants, and crew neck shirt
- Concealment garment(s) that you normally use
SUGGESTED/OPTIONAL GEAR
- Sharpie type pen for marking targets
- Pen and notepad for taking notes
- Hat or other head covering
- Gloves
- Knee pads and elbow pads
- Footwear that you can stand in all day (boots are highly recommended)
- Sunscreen or raingear (if outdoors, this course will go on rain or shine)
- Refillable water bottle for hydration
- Food or snacks to sustain you for the duration of the course
PROHIBITED ITEMS
Ammunition not allowed: armor piercing or steel core ammo (you will be responsible for paying for any damage to the range or steel targets)
Holsters not allowed: Blackhawk SERPA holsters, any holster that requires you to use your trigger finger to defeat a retention button or switch, cross draw holsters, ankle holsters, belly band holsters, fanny pack holsters, small-of-back holsters, shoulder holsters, soft side (collapsible) holsters
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PREREQUISITES
Participants must complete Defensive Handgun and demonstrate proficiency in safety and technique in order to take this class and gain the maximum training benefits. Exceptions may be granted by the instructor prior to signing up if you have attended other equivalent training or have sufficient experience.
LOCATION
Tactical Penguin (formerly Get Some)
935 N 1200 W
Orem, UT 84057
801-437-3899
Event Information
| Event Date | 04-14-2026 7:00 pm |
| Event End Date | 04-14-2026 9:00 pm |
| Capacity | 12 |
| Individual Price | $75.00 |
| Instructor | Erik Sawiak |
| Number of Hours | 2 |
| Setting | Indoor Range |
| Next Class | Transitions: Holsters, Slings, and Support Side (Skills Maintenance) |
| Location | Tactical Penguin, Orem |
| Categories | Natural Point of Aim and Retention Fire (Skills Maintenance) |