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Introduction to EveryDay Carry (EDC)

America/Denver
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EDC Fundamentals

Duration: 2 Hours

Experience Level: Beginner / Basic Safety Knowledge Required

Course Overview

EDC Fundamentals is a foundational course designed for shooters who understand basic firearm safety and want to learn how to safely and effectively carry a handgun in everyday life.

This class introduces the core skills and considerations specific to everyday concealed carry, bridging the gap between basic pistol handling and responsible real-world carry. Instruction is structured, controlled, and focused on building safe habits, confidence, and consistency.

No prior concealed carry experience is required.

What This Class Covers

Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of carrying and operating a concealed handgun safely and responsibly.

Instruction includes:

  • Everyday carry safety considerations

  • Holster and belt fundamentals for concealment

  • Understanding concealment garments

  • Establishing a safe and consistent grip from concealment

  • Step-by-step draw stroke fundamentals

  • Trigger control and recoil management for defensive distances

  • Accuracy standards for everyday carry

  • Safe, deliberate re-holstering procedures

All instruction emphasizes safety, efficiency, and repeatable fundamentals.

Training Structure

Classroom & Dry Practice

  • EDC mindset and safety considerations

  • Holster setup and body positioning

  • Clearing garments safely

  • Draw stroke breakdown using dry practice

Live Fire Training

  • First-shot fundamentals from concealment

  • Controlled follow-up shots

  • Accuracy at realistic distances

  • Close instructor supervision and individual coaching

Live fire is structured and deliberate, with an emphasis on building correct habits before adding speed.

Who This Class Is For

  • New concealed carriers

  • Shooters preparing to carry for the first time

  • Individuals who have taken a basic pistol class and want EDC-specific training

  • Anyone seeking a safe, structured introduction to concealed carry fundamentals

This course serves as an ideal foundation before advancing into longer defensive or scenario-based training.

Equipment Required

  • Semi-automatic handgun in good working order

  • Concealment holster that fully covers the trigger guard

  • Quality belt suitable for concealed carry

  • Concealment garment (hoodie, jacket, or button-up)

  • Minimum of 2 magazines

  • 100–150 rounds of ammunition

  • Eye and ear protection

Appendix or strong-side carry only. No SERPA-style holsters.

Training Standard

This course is focused on safe handling, correct fundamentals, and confidence-building. Speed is not the goal—clean execution and accountability are.

Carry with purpose. Train with intention. Build a foundation you can trust.