I attended MDFI Handgun I & II this past weekend and wanted to share a short AAR on the training. This is my first attempt at writing a AAR, so stand by…:laugh:
This was also my first, not my last, time training with MDFI. All the instructors were great. What I really liked was how the reason behind doing something “a” way was discussed and they explained why they “do it” this way. If something didn’t work or work as well, it was talked about in an effort to make you as a shooter think. Every question was answered and they encourged question if you had one. Good Stuff and Great Teachers.
For the class, there were approximately 18 students on both days. There were 2 LEO’s, 1 active duty Marine, with the rest of the class being civilians. Majority of handguns used were Glocks, M&P’s, Sig’s, with a few misc. types mixed in here and there. I ran a Gen. 4 model 22.
Round count was approx. 900 rounds. Most guns ran great. I had zero malfs. One student with an XD had some issues along with one student using a Glock with some after market barrel. The training went from one relay to the next with not having down time in between.
Day 1 started of with a safety briefing and range/firearm rules. We then went right in to training. The draw stroke, grip, ready position, and press out were covered. Reloads, malf. clearing, strong side shooting, and multiple threats/proper response.
Day 2 started again with a safety briefing and range/firearm rules. Everything we covered on on day 1 was built upon on day 2. Weak and strong side only malf. clearing, fighting from the ground and on your way up, and shooting with movement were just some of the good stuff which was covered.
If you have an opportunity to train with MDFI I urge you to jump at the chance. I enjoyed their presentation of the material covered. I learned some new tools to train on, and also learned some areas which were rusty and need some work. I met some great Michigan shooters and some good people. A BIG THANKS to Steve, “Trek”, and Tom for all the instruction. I will be coming back for more, I guess that says it all.
Be safe,
Matt