A Girl & A Gun Members Learn Vehicle Maneuvers at DRIFT Academy

A Girl & A Gun Hosts Successful DRIFT Academy at Virginia International Raceway

Alton, VA – (AGirlandAGun.org) – A Girl & A Gun (AG & AG) proudly hosted its DRIFT Academy at Virginia International Raceway (VIR) from March 18-20, 2025. The event brought together attendees from across the United States for an immersive experience in advanced driving skills, personal protection, and tactical vehicle maneuvers. The event was led by the expert cadre from RFH Tactical Mobility, who guided participants through hands-on training in dynamic environments.

DRIFT Academy welcomed AG & AG members from eight different states, offering a diverse group of women eager to enhance their driving capabilities and safety awareness. With a focus on both the practical and tactical aspects of driving, this immersive three-day academy provided essential training for those looking to expand their skill set in real-world scenarios.

The training sessions were designed to challenge participants and expand their knowledge in a variety of disciplines:

Individual Protective Measures & Situational Awareness: Attendees learned crucial techniques for staying aware and safe in a variety of situations, focusing on identifying surveillance devices, common locations of GPS monitors, and personal safety measures if being followed or tracked.
Vehicle Rollovers & Recovery: The course covered emergency vehicle situations, including vehicle rollovers, being blocked or barricaded by another vehicle, driver-down scenarios, and off-road recovery techniques.
Track Drills & High-Speed Training: Participants pushed their limits with driving techniques on VIR’s famous track, including slide corrections, slalom drills, stop boxes, swerve-to-avoid exercises, and high-speed tech-line racing. These drills were designed to sharpen handling abilities under pressure.
Close Proximity Driving: Another key focus of the event was close-proximity driving. Participants honed their skills for high-stakes situations, navigating tight spaces while maintaining control and awareness.
OC (Pepper Spray) Deployment: The course covered parking lot/parking garage safety, and tactical scenarios such as pepper spray deployment, providing attendees with the skills to respond effectively to real-life threats.
Vehicle Ballistics & Tactical Engagement: A deep dive into vehicle ballistics allowed participants to understand the crucial differences between cover and concealment, as well as tactical engagement strategies from within a vehicle.

“Participants gained essential, real-world skills for operating a vehicle in high-pressure situations, while also learning vital techniques for self-defense and protecting others in unpredictable scenarios,” said Robyn Sandoval, President & CEO of A Girl & A Gun. “We are proud to partner with RFH Tactical Mobility, whose experienced instructors shared invaluable expertise throughout the entire training.”

DRIFT Academy is a part of A Girl & A Gun’s continued commitment to empowering women with the skills and confidence to protect themselves, their loved ones, and their communities. By offering a unique blend of tactical driving and safety education, AG & AG continues to set the standard for high-caliber training opportunities for women of all backgrounds and experience levels.

The event received enthusiastic feedback from attendees, who were grateful for the chance to learn from expert instructors in a dynamic and hands-on setting. Many participants reported a marked boost in their comfort and confidence behind the wheel, especially when faced with high-pressure situations.
The next DRIFT Academy is scheduled for June 2025. Learn more and register at AGirlandAGun.org/drift.

About A Girl & A Gun

A Girl & A Gun is the nation’s largest firearms training organization dedicated to women. It comprises a community committed to firearms education, tactical training, and self-defense. Founded on the principle of empowerment through knowledge and practice, AG & AG offers a variety of events, courses, and opportunities to help women develop skills and confidence in personal protection and safety.

AG & AG inspires women to live their best lives through firearms education, competition, and community. AG & AG events are successful stepping-stones for thousands of women entering the shooting community by fostering their love of shooting with caring and qualified instructors who coach them. The club breaks barriers for women and girls in self-defense, and in pistol, rifle, and shotgun shooting sports by welcoming beginners to learn the basics of safe and accurate shooting and providing experienced shooters with advanced-level opportunities. AG & AG has members in all 50 states and hosts recurring Girl’s Nights Out at hundreds of ranges throughout the United States.

For more information about A Girl & A Gun Women’s Shooting League, or to learn how to join, please visit AGirlandAGun.org.