CQB Course New

[KingMickey]

Want to start some CQB training course. Besides ammo, sling, cqb gun what are some things do i need to bring or have?

Do i need a vest?
Sorry for the short summary but just getting started.

 

[steviesterno]

Depends on where you go, but I would say what you have is a good list. Also a way to carry spare mags (belt/pc/chest rig) and a bunch of loaded mags.

 

[Boot71]

In....

 

[cmshoot]

The Instructor you are training with will give you a gear list.

 

[FreedomUSMC]

Gear changes based on the mission/ course. Not sure if you're doing night ops, basic room clearing, interdiction, or what have you. Defer to the Instructors for a list. If you're military/ le, practice how you play. If you're a civilian, you probably won't be carrying a bunch of equipment in a real situation so a minimalist approach will be better.

For those looking for an actual loadout:

• Pistol + holster
• Rifle + sling (recommend 2pt slings)
• Mag holders
• Vest/ plate carrier (if required or you want too)
• Bump or Ballistic helmet (if required or you want too)
• Solid belt (tactical belts optional)
• Eye Pro + Ear pro + spare batteries
• Water source (Camelbaks are great and always on you)
• Food/ snacks (Keep it lite. Peanuts, trailmix, granola bars, sandwich, etc)
• Footwear (Put on foot powder and don't wear brand new boots, trust me! lol)
• Handheld & Weapon mounted lights + spare batteries (200-600 lumen recommended. Too much power causes "light wash" and ruins night vision.)
• Note taking gear (There will be a ton of information and it's difficult to retain all of it. Also, ask if you can bring a camera like a GoPro. It's great to review later and learn from it.)
• NODs (If going to be operating in low light. Chem lights also come in handy.)
• First aid kit (should be one on site and a medic, but just in case)
• Meds (sounds dumb, but I've had students fall out from issues like low blood pressure and migraines.)
• Retention strap (if you're going to be going hands on or mounting obstacles)

That covers most everything you could need, minus breaching tools and whatnot. Again, practice how you play.