GORUCK Events
GOROCK Events runs firearms training grounded in military and special operations experience. Their instructors aren't range officers—they're former operators with real-world combat deployments and tactical expertise. The Basic Pistol course ($375) is built for shooters at any level. No minimum firea...
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GOROCK Events runs firearms training grounded in military and special operations experience. Their instructors aren't range officers—they're former operators with real-world combat deployments and tactical expertise.
The Basic Pistol course ($375) is built for shooters at any level. No minimum firearms experience required. The course focuses on marksmanship and safety with scenario-based training that mimics high-stress situations.
How it works: - Starts with dry fire and safety fundamentals - Uses inert weapons (barrel plugs) for scenario drills before live fire - Incorporates physical stressors (sprints, burpees, pushups) to elevate heart rate and simulate stress responses - Live fire follows only after demonstrating proficiency in dry practice
- •Situational awareness and threat assessment
- •Fundamentals of marksmanship (sight picture, trigger control, accuracy)
- •Concealed carry weapon deployment and draw strategies
- •Verbal challenges and de-escalation
- •Fire sets and rhythm drills
- •Multiple threat engagement
- •Malfunction clearing and weapons manipulation
- •Closing distance and threat neutralization
- •Discretionary fire (knowing when to shoot)
- •Red dot/reflex sight operation
- •Diagnostic shooting evaluation
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Firearm | 9mm or larger, full-size (Glock 17+) or compact (Glock 19+) only. No subcompacts or revolvers. |
| Ammunition | 350 rounds of 9mm |
| Magazines | 3 minimum, 10-round capacity each |
| Holster | Duty or concealed carry. SERPA-style NOT authorized. |
| Eye Protection | Sunglasses acceptable |
| Hearing Protection | Electronic hearing protection required |
| Belt | Sturdy non-cloth belt that holds holster and magazines |
| Footwear | Closed-toe shoes; MACV-1 boots recommended |
| Other Gear | Gloves, long pants, photo ID, water/snacks |
Muscle memory is perishable. Even experienced shooters benefit from the fundamentals refresher.
Chuy brings 27 years of military service with 23+ years in special operations forces (SOF). His background includes:
- •Multiple operational deployments across South America, Africa, Europe, Southeast Asia, and Central Asia
- •Counter Terrorism (CT) and Counterinsurgency (COIN) operations
- •Three tours on Underwater Special Forces Operational Detachment-Alphas (SFOD-A)
- •Current role as senior leader at the U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School (USAJFKSWCS), training Green Berets
Jacksonville Training Site 18811 Maxville-Macclenny Road Jacksonville, FL 32234
Upcoming Date: July 18, 2025 @ 8:00 AM EST Cost: $375
Keep firearms in vehicles until instructed otherwise by the cadre. This enforces safe handling practices and security on arrival.
Participants can coordinate with cadre and classmates through the Sandlot platform chat feature before the course.
30 days' notice required for refunds. Contact [email protected] with your event details.