Transitions: Holsters, Slings, and Support Side (Skills Maintenance): Jul 1, 2026 | Orem TP

Price: $75
Date: Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: Tactical Penguin, Orem, UT
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TOPICS COVERED
- Pistol to rifle
- Rifle to pistol
- Pistol strong hand to support hand and back
- Rifle strong side to support side and back
DESCRIPTION
Why transition from a rifle to a pistol or from a pistol to a rifle? Why transition from your strong side to your support side? The ability to smoothly (and safely) transition between your rifle and pistol or from your strong side to your support side provides you with options– whether the threat is close in or at distance, you have a stoppage, or better use of cover, being able to efficiently transition between your weapons keeps you in the fight. This is an advanced and physically demanding training course that will sharpen your skills at transitioning.
MINIMUM ROUND COUNT – 200 rounds
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REQUIRED GEAR
- A properly functioning carbine or rifle.
- At least 3 rifle magazines (5 or more are recommended)
- Minimum of 200 rounds of rifle ammunition
- Magazine pouches for your rifle magazines (belt mounted or on a chest rig/plate carrier)
- A quality sling
- A properly functioning handgun
- Minimum of 3 magazines for your handgun (5 recommended if using single stacked mags)
- Magazine pouches for your handgun 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.)
- Minimum of 100 rounds of ammunition for that handgun
- Eye protection
- Electronic hearing protection
- Appropriate range attire: closed-toe shoes, long pants, and crew neck shirt
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
For additional information or questions about gear, please email
PREREQUISITES
Participants must complete Defensive Handgun and Defensive Rifle and demonstrate proficiency in safety and technique in order to take this class. 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 | 07-01-2026 5:00 pm |
| Event End Date | 07-01-2026 7:00 pm |
| Capacity | 12 |
| Individual Price | $75.00 |
| Instructor | Erik Sawiak |
| Number of Hours | 2 |
| Setting | Indoor Range |
| Next Class | https://nielsentraining.com/eb-calendar/skills-maintenance-courses/barricade-fundamentals-skills-maintenance |
| Location | Tactical Penguin, Orem |
| Categories | Transitions: Holsters, Slings, and Support Side (Skills Maintenance) |