Combat Studies Group

 Had multiple requests for more classes while out at Mountain Readiness West, so here's what we got so far... - AUG 15-16          GroundRod Level 1          Hayden, Idaho          $480 - AUG 22-23          GroundRod Level 2          Hayden, Idaho          $480 - AUG 27-29          GroundRod Level 3          CDA, Idaho               $800 - SEP 24                   Hard Target Traveler        Swan Lake, MT        $280 - SEP 25-27             CQB Level 2                       Swan Lake, MT       $800 - NOV 17-19        ...

  https://www.mountainreadiness.com/add-on-classes/cqb-%2F-home-defense We will be having a CQB/Home Defense Level 1 July 21-23 at Camp Ponderosa, MT just prior to the Mountain Readiness Expo. Course consists of one day of live fire skills with carbine and pistol, followed by two days of shoot-house work w/SIMs in the 10,000 sq ft training building. Concepts covered include: - Fast and accurate hits inside of 200yds with pistol and carbine. - Target transitions for multiple threats. - Fast target assessment with shoot/no-shoot drills. - Use of cover & concealment. - Working both solo and in small teams. - Structure assessment and approach. - Threshold/entry problems. - Defensive considerations & strategies for home invasion. - Clear and recovery drills. - Force on force drills. Cost is $800 Email  comstugrp@protonmail.com   for inquiries or to register. Some of our course reviews can be read  Here Other upcoming courses: - GroundRod Level 1 & 2  ...

  ** All the NC courses for March are being moved to September *** - Jan 15-16          GroundRod Level 1                                   Bigfork, MT               $480 - Jan 17-18          Gunfight Concepts Pistol                      Bigfork, MT               $500 - Feb  21              Hard Target Traveler                                   Hayden, ID                 $280 - Mar 10-12          Gunfight Concepts Pistol/Carbine    Phoenix, AZ               $800 - Ma...

            - July 26-27  -  GroundRod Level 2 Digital Tradecraft       Cuero, TX      $480 - Aug 16-17  -  GroundRod Level 1 Digital Tradecraft           Hayden, ID     $480 - Sep 19-21  -  Gunfight Concepts Pistol/Carbine               Providence, NC     $800 - Sep 22-23  -  GroundRod Level 1 Digital Tradecraft       Providence, NC    $480 - Sep 24       -  Hard Target Traveler                                         Providence, NC     $280 - Oct 9-10   -  GroundRod Level 1 Digital Tradecraft         Hartville, MO       $480 - Oct 11-12  ...

Here are a couple course reviews from students out of the recent classes in Missouri... ******* After conducting a week of training with K in Missouri, I have a few comments I'd like to share. As usual, K did a phenomenal job taking the complicated information in Groundrod and breaking it down into something usable and easy to digest for an old infantryman. The Pistol Combatives ended up being conducted in a veritable monsoon which only added to the training value. It also became an impromptu vehicle recovery class as the range flooded beyond the ability of the vehicles to extricate. Excellent, focused training with personal attention given to every student. Hard Target Traveler was an introduction to most of the students on how to become harder to be kidnapped. And with the way the world is turning today, very applicable to all.  In the over 35 years of training I've been a part of, military, SOF, Federal, emergency management, etc., K is hands down one of the top three instru...

  Free American Wool Cloaks - Made of virgin wool - Hand made in America by an American - Large hood to accommodate helmet - Available in medium and large (medium depicted in picture) - Dimensions:  Medium: 78" x 44" Large: 82" x 48" X-Large (special request + $20): 86" x 52" (send email to order this item) Weight is approx. 5 lbs. - We can currently produce about 10 cloaks per week, so orders per customer will be limited. - If you wish to purchase with Bitcoin or Monero, please email us at comstugrp@protonmail.com to place an order. $170 (Plus $10 shipping) (Please make sure your Paypal shipping address is correct) **Limit of 3 per order currently** Size Medium Large Color Grey OD...

  Okay, here we go with the training schedule for the first part of 2025.... - March 8-9        GroundRod Level 2                                  Cuero, TX      $480 - March 21-22    GroundRod Refresher                                Boise, ID      $480 - April 11-13      Gunfight Concepts / Pistol & Carbine      Providence, NC      $800 - April 15-16      GroundRod Level 1                                  Providence, NC      $480 - April 17-18      GroundRod Level 2                                  P...

There will be a one day Hard Target Traveler course in Hayden, Idaho DEC 7th ($300). The Night Ops course for Oklahoma has been rescheduled for JAN 31- FEB 2. GroundRod Level 2 in Bigfork, Montana JAN 18-19 ($480). Working on a GroundRod Level 1 in southern Oregon for FEB as well... Email us at  comstugrp@protonmail.com  to register.  

There will be a Hard Target Traveler course in  Hayden, ID December 6-7. Also will be a Night Operations Course near McAlester, OK  December 13-15. Email for more info or to register....  comstugrp@protonmail.com

 We will be having a GroundRod Level 2 in Bigfork, MT January 18-19. Contact us at comstugrp@protonmail.com to register or for inquires.

 We will be having a GroundRod Level 1 near Bigfork, Montana October 12-13. Class will be held at Tactical Wisdom's (Joe Dolio) new place. There is camping available onsite or hotels in nearby Bigfork or Kalispel. Cost is $480. To register, visit our Store page, make the $100 class deposit and email comstugrp@protonmail.com to confirm your spot. Remaining fee due at class. There are still some seats left for the Gunfight Concepts, GroundRod Level 1 and GroundRod Level 3 taking place at NCscout's place in North Carolina as well. - Gunfight Concepts/Carbine & Pistol, NOV 8-10 - GroundRod Level 1 Basic Tradecraft, NOV 12-13 - GroundRod Level 3 E&E / HUMINT, NOV 15-17 We will have a Hard Target Traveler (2 day version)  December 6-7 in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. There will be a  Night Ops / Patrolling course near McAlester, Oklahoma December 13-15. Email us for more info on any of the above or to register. comstugrp@protonmail.com

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 Just had a last minute addition.... Gunfight Concepts course in Phoenix, AZ  SEP 10-12 Cost: $850 Combat Studies Group Tactical Training Series   Gunfight Concepts - Pistol & Carbine L1   Course Length: 3 days (3 hrs classroom, 20 hrs range) Required Equipment: - AR/M4 style carbine (AK style is okay as well) w/optic and/or iron sights. - Minimum six carbine magazines. - Pistol with minimum three magazines. - Plate carrier w/ at least three mag pouches, or Rhodesian style vest, or carbine mag pouches for belt rig. - Duty belt & holster w/ at least two pistol mag pouches. - Carbine sling (two-point preferred). - Eye, ear protection and IFAK w/tourniquet. - Firearm maintenance gear ( lube, tools, spare parts). - Comfortable, durable clothing, change of clothes, towel. - Jacket or cover shirt and gloves. Ammunition:  500 rds carbine, 500 rds pistol (minimum)   Instruction is provided by seasoned combat veterans of the Army’s SMU/ SFOD-D and OGA opera...