LYNCHBURG, Va. – In today’s world, knowing how to handle and use a firearm safely is becoming more important.
On Saturday, T4Tactics and Bedford Martial Arts will be teaming up to host a safety expo to put people’s skills to the test.
“We want people tomorrow, citizens to come up and see. It’s not as easy as you think it is. It’s better to make a mistake in here, in the training room, than out there,” Marko Galbreath, owner of T4Tactics said.
Galbreath has taught proper gun handling and safety for years. He understands that guns may not be for everyone but it’s still important to learn about ways to protect yourself.
“Not only don’t you just take a class. You have to continue practicing. Shooting is a perishable skill. So we have to continuously practice,” Galbreath said.
The technology can run through thousands of real-life scenarios. It even uses lasers to show exactly where the shots hit.
While it’s only a simulation, it’s a true test of a person’s awareness.
“How easy it is to make a horrible mistake with your firearm. So that’s why we’re going to put them in front of the simulator and throw some things at them and let them see. Your blood pressure is going to go up. Things are going to happen to you when you’re under stress,” Galbreath said.
The opportunity to participate in the gun simulation is very unique because typically it costs $60 for an hour. On Saturday, people will get to do the simulation for free. It will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.