Handgun 1 is designed to give the beginner, intermediate or advanced shooter the proper handgun fundamentals. Starting with mindset, the class focuses on the core foundation of accuracy, acceptable accuracy under dynamic stress, and how to effectively balance speed and accuracy with proper weapon manipulation.
Chris Costa, with a heritage deeply rooted in the maritime industry, served 12 years in the U.S. Coast Guard, engaging in counter-drug operations and special missions globally. After his service, he took on roles in the private sector with AMTI, specializing in Police Tactical Assault Operations and Red Team Vulnerability Assessments for the US Government. Before founding Costa Ludus in 2011, he spearheaded Magpul Dynamics as its president for 4 years, contributing his expertise in tactical training and security assessments.
Costa Ludus, under the leadership of Chris and Kirsten Costa, offers specialized training for real-world applications, emphasizing the critical nature of the skills imparted. Drawing inspiration from a deep maritime legacy, symbolized by its trident, shield, and net emblem, Costa Ludus trains with the philosophy that life is bigger than the individual, with every lesson potentially determining life or death in real-world situations.
