Duration & Cost

8 Hours | $100

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Course Overview

This course is designed for students of all experience levels, from first-time firearm owners to those seeking to reinforce safe fundamentals. Participants will develop the skills, knowledge, and discipline required for safe pistol handling and accurate shooting, with a strong emphasis on safety, responsibility, and confidence.

The course consists of an eight-hour block of instruction, including six hours of classroom instruction and two hours of live-fire training at an outdoor shooting range. By the end of the course, students will have a clear understanding of how pistols function, their major components, and how to safely handle, store, and maintain personal firearms.

Schedule & Environment

• Instruction takes place rain or shine.

• The range portion is conducted outdoors, and students should dress appropriately for weather conditions.

• Range time may be rescheduled in the event of rain or snow; however, the classroom portion will proceed as scheduled.

• In the event of severe thunderstorms, all training will be rescheduled.

Classroom Topics Covered

• Pistol knowledge and operation

• Safe firearm handling and range safety

• Ammunition types and selection

• Fundamentals of pistol shooting

• Common malfunctions and corrective actions

• Safe firearm storage

• Target scoring and evaluation

• Selecting the right pistol

• Basic pistol maintenance

• Continued and advanced training opportunities through the NRA

Range Training / Course of Fire

Live-fire training consists of the following course of fire:

• 20 rounds at 10 feet

• 20 rounds at 15 feet

• 20 rounds at 20 feet

• 20 rounds at 45 feet on a 9-inch target

Students must qualify on the first target and pass the written test to receive a training certificate.

Required Student Equipment

Students should bring the following items:

• A pistol that is comfortable for them to shoot

• Factory-manufactured ammunition only (reloaded ammunition is not permitted for safety reasons)

• Ear protection (electronic hearing protection recommended; in-ear protection is acceptable)

• Eye protection rated Z87 OSHA compliant at a minimum

  • Prescription glasses may be used if they meet safety requirements

• Snacks and drinks

  • Eating and drinking during the course is permitted and encouraged, as this is a full day of instruction

Additional Training Opportunities

• Discounted or free courses are offered throughout the year for Military, Law Enforcement, Firefighters, and First Responders as a courtesy to those who have answered the call to serve.

• Ladies-only courses are offered three times per year.

• Private instruction and closed-group courses are available at special rates.

  • Please contact us directly for scheduling and pricing information.

Meals

Classes are catered.