The two and a half days of training with Paul were an excellent value on all levels. The Friday evening edged weapons bonus class was important as much for the knife work as for the information on managing unknown contacts. Under Paul’s direction we developed a repertoire of default dialog, movement and strikes to deal with common criminal ruses. I consider this material an essential skill set that should be built into the foundation of every self-defense program, be it h2h, knife or gun.
Paul ran a very solid fighting pistol class, rich in content as well as detail. We especially liked the “why” that was given in addition to the “how”. The various skill sets were worked until all students had successfully demonstrated said skill. The fact that proficiency is acquired through smooth execution with attention to detail was stressed. In addition, Paul also provided a fifty plus page book to students containing photos and descriptions of the material we were training. His desire to see that everyone left with the tools to continue studying and practicing on there own was commendable and he provided the framework for students to accomplish this.
Finally, all of us were challenged to get medical training geared toward gun shot wounds. Paul pointed out the folly of “gun guys” spending significant amounts of time and money on guns, ammo and training, only to have their wife or child die from a stray bullet because they didn’t have the tools to save them.
Don’t miss an opportunity to train with Gomez. Better yet, create your own opportunity as we did. He can be contacted through his forum right here on Bayou Shooter.
Bill Hickman
hickmangroup@gmail.com
www.hickmangrouptraining.com
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