When Things Go Bad
WHEN THINGS GO BAD
MDFI ALUMNI ONLY
CLASS COST
$225.00
CLASS TIME
9am – 7pm
MCOLES REGISTERED COURSE
This course has been registered with the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) for use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds and earns training credit within MITN.
PRE-REQUISITES
MDFI Foundation Handgun
STUDENTS REQUIRED TO PASS THE MDFI FOUNDATION HANDGUN QUALIFIER AT THE BEGINNING OF CLASS. View target here (instructions on page 2).
Valid CPL or Law Enforcement Credentials (if you do not have either, email us for instructions).
MUST KNOW, UNDERSTAND AND APPLY THE FOUR LIFE RULES OF RESPONSIBLE FIREARMS HANDLING AT ALL TIMES. See video below.
DESCRIPTION
Class Flow: INTENSE (students can expect full day of movement, physicality, and shooting from uncommon positions).
Life happens. Bad things happen. For this reason we need to train for when things aren’t all rainbows and kittens. When Things Go Bad is built around the fact that in a defensive situation, we may lose the ability to employ the perfect shooting techniques or have the support of both hands by injury or need. This class is designed to prepare the student to keep their handgun up and running regardless of the situation.
This class is for the intermediate to experienced shooter who understands and applies the four rules of responsible firearms handling as a way of life. Students should be absolutely competent in manipulating a handgun with both hands available. This class is stressful and will test those who attend.
TOPICS COVERED
- In-depth Firearms Responsibility (safety) and Medical Briefing
- Shooting From Uncommon Positions
- Engaging Close Proximity Threats
- Strong-Hand/Support-Hand Only Shooting Techniques
- Keeping the Gun Fed Strong-Hand/Support-Hand Only
- Strong-Hand/Support-Hand Only Manipulations
STUDENT REQUIREMENTS
REQUIRED:
- Semi-Automatic Handgun (We recommend using the handgun you carry most for defense)
- 300 – 400 Rounds of Ammunition
- 3 Magazines – you may want more if you magazine capacity is 10 or less
- Quality Holster (See FAQ for allowed types)
- Magazine Carrier
- Eye + Ear Protection
- You must bring your CPL (or LE credentials) to class.
RECOMMENDED:
- Knee Pads / Elbow Pads
- Clothing You Don’t Mind Getting Dirty / Damaged
- Appropriate Clothing for Weather
- Sunscreen / Insect Repellent
- Folding Canopy, Table and/or Chair
- Snacks + Drink for 8 Hours of Training
UPCOMING CLASSES
This course is only available to MDFI Alumni therefor you must be logged in to your Alumni account to register.
No classes available for 2025.
STUDENT REVIEWS
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Excellent course in teaching real world scenarios. Nothing in life is ever easy or predictable. Multiple examples and setups to challenge how to handle yourself when things break bad. Careful and thoughtful feedback on techniques and gear. Plenty of new ideas to takeaway and practice on your home range. Highly recommend.
I can't recommend this class enough. The things I learned here are things I've never thought about before, let along practiced through. Life isn't nice and convenient and learning techniques to work through difficult problems are a must. This class taught more new, eye-opening, skills than any other class. Highly recommend to anyone who's serious about training.
Awesome class. Anyone who carries a gun regularly owes it to themselves and others around them to know these techniques. After taking most of MDFI's curriculum, and classes with other outfits, I'd say I took more away from this one than any others. Trek and cadre were great as always with personal instruction where needed and making sure we had fun and worked hard from start to finish. Looking forward to taking this one again someday!
Incredibly helpful class. If we ever find ourselves in a self defense situation, obviously things are already going bad. I came away with a much better understanding of how to solve problems with the conditions aren't ideal. As always with MDFI the day was beyond safe. Highly recommend for anyone looking to expand their skills/confidence.
This is the most important MDFI class on the list. Not only is it useful it is also the most fun class I have taken with MDFI. Do not be afraid of this class, the ego free zone is real and this class WILL make you a better shooter and more dangerous to people who want to hurt you and your family.