Basic Shotgun Breaching Course

In today’s law enforcement environment, officers may face elevated risks during hostage rescues, critical incidents, raids involving violent offenders, and the service of high-risk warrants. Tactical response teams and patrol officers must be prepared with the skills, judgment, and equipment needed to gain safe and effective entry when circumstances require it.

This course builds safe, effective shotgun breaching skills through classroom instruction and practical application in controlled training conditions.

Why Attend

·         Build safer breaching habits and stronger operational judgment

·         Improve shotgun breaching technique, equipment handling, and confidence

·         Enhance coordination during movement, positioning, and entry

Course Topics

·         Breaching fundamentals, terminology, and safety considerations

·         Ballistic versus mechanical breaching options

·         Breaching ammunition, shotgun setup, and equipment selection

·         Door construction, locks, hinges, muzzle placement, and stand-off distance

·         Practical door exercises, breacher deployment, and positioning

Who Should Attend

·         Sworn law enforcement or active duty military

Equipment Needed

·         Agency-approved breaching shotgun, 12-gauge shotgun, duty handgun, and tactical or patrol belt

·         Eye and hearing protection, gloves, and weather-appropriate long sleeves

·         Food and water

Ammunition Needed

·         50 rounds of birdshot and 10 rounds of 00 buck #9

·        Breaching rounds provided

·         Duty breaching rounds may be brought for testing; all ammunition inspected before use

Cost $275.00 per student

Safety: Students must follow all range and safety rules, including proper muzzle discipline. *No meals provided.