Sig Sauer Pistol Mounted Optics Instructor (PMOI) Course

Overview: The Pistol Mounted Optic concept is not new. However, in the past decade technology has enhanced the reliability and durability of the handgun mounted optic for duty and self-defense purposes. Teaching new students to use the Pistol Mounted Optic (PMO) presents unique challenges. For example, many students have trouble simply acquiring the red dot with the dominant or non-dominant hand and while firing multiple shots. Performance-based training techniques will be used throughout this Instructor level course to get maximum performance from the students.

Topics Covered:

Review the types of red dots and mounting options
Training considerations
Policy considerations
Daily Inspection and Maintenance considerations
How to properly zero
Advantages and limitations of a pistol mounted sight
Marksmanship fundamentals review
Holdover/offset
Downed Optic Drills
Variable Lighting Considerations
Alternative Positions
Using a pistol mounted optic around barriers
Single Hand Shooting
Multiple shot considerations
Shooting on the move
Multiple target engagement techniques
Establishing performance-based training techniques

Target Audience: Law Enforcement/Corrections/Parole and Probation/Active Military

When: May 21 and 22, 2026

Time: 0800-1700

Where: Department of Corrections Gath Range | 4755 Gath Rd SE | Salem, OR 97301

Sponsoring Agencies: Marion County Sheriff's Office

Cost: Free - Estimated Round Count: 1000 rounds of pistol ammunition (student/agency must provide)

Instructor: Sig Sauer Staff

Class Size: Limited to 16

Prerequisites: Student must already be a certified semi-auto pistol instructor

To Register:Email: [email protected] with the subject line of “Sig Sauer PMOI Course May 2026”. Please indicate the following information when emailing: Department, Shooter name, phone number, email address and caliber of firearm. Also indicate priority of students attending in case we have to cut spots for additional agencies.

Equipment: SIG SAUER will have on request (10) 9mm pistols (and associated holster, mag pouch) to accommodate those students who may not yet possess their own gear. If you have your own equipment (regardless of brand), you should bring it and use it. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to ask.

Handgun with mounted optic
Mag pouch
Holster: Duty or OWB (no deep concealment holsters)
If not using a duty holster (or borrowing ours) wear a decent belt
Magazines: minimum 3
Ammunition: 1000 rounds
Ear and Eye protection
Hydration
Sunblock
Sight adjustment tools
Spare batteries for optics
Knee and elbow pads/optional

Area Lodging:
LaQuinta Inn & Suites - 503-391-7000 | Best Western - 503-585-3332 | Hampton Inn - 503-362-1300

Contact: Deputy Jacob Thompson, Marion County Sheriff’s Office, 503-932-8681, [email protected]