This course is at least 8-hours long and includes classroom and range time learning to shoot revolvers and semi-automatic pistols. Students learn NRA’s rules for safe gun handling; pistol parts and operation; ammunition; shooting fundamentals; range rules; shooting from the bench rest position, and two handed standing positions; cleaning the pistol; and continued opportunities for skill development. Students will receive the NRA Guide to the Basics of Pistol Shooting handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure, Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification booklet, take a Basics of Pistol Shooting Student Examination, and course completion certificate. Please download and read our Liability_Waiver.pdf

In this class you will start by shooting a .22LR caliber revolver and then progress to a full size 9mm, a full size .40 caliber and a compact .45 caliber semi-automatic. By shooting various sizes and calibers it should give the student a good idea of what size frame and caliber is right for you

Use of our firearms and ammo are included in the class price.

This is a Massachusetts approved course for Class A & B LTC's.
This is a Maine approved course for Concealed Carry.
This is a Florida approved course for Concealed Carry.

This class is also proof of training for non-resident carry permits in Arizona, Connecticut, Colorado, Florida, Iowa, Louisiana, Maine, Montana, Nebraska, Ohio, Oregon, Virginia, Wyoming

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