Learn (or reinforce) the fundamentals of marksmanship and basic handgun operation in this popular eight-hour primer designed by the National Rifle Association. Basic Pistol is the launching pad for all other handgun courses in the NRA curriculum.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Course Details
What You’ll Learn
The Basics of Pistol Shooting Course is designed for those who are new to pistol shooting, or for those who have informal experience but want more structured training. The price for this course is all inclusive. There are no additional range fees, ammo fees, or target fees. Student only need to show up with valid ID and a positive attitude. We provide everything else. Topics covered in Basic Pistol include:
- The universal firearm safety rules
- Handgun types, selection, and accessories
- Revolver and semi-automatic handgun operation
- Fundamentals of pistol shooting
- Shooting positions
- Safe gun-handling (loading, unloading, etc.), first with dummy ammo in the classroom and then with live ammo on the range
- Clearing common pistol stoppages (hands-on, using dummy ammo)
- Diagnosing and correcting common errors of marksmanship
- Handgun cleaning and maintenance
- Ammo selection, storage, and maintenance
- Live-fire qualification
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer the “blended” version of this course?
Unfortunately, no. We only offer the full, 8-hour instructor-led course in a traditional classroom setting with no online component. If you took the online portion of the blended course and need help finding a way to complete the live-fire portion, please contact us.
Does this course satisfy Florida’s training requirements for a carry permit?
Yes. Florida accepts “any National Rifle Association firearms safety or training course” to satisfy the training requirement for concealed weapon license. All students who successfully complete the course will receive a course completion certificate bearing the signature of the NRA Secretary and your NRA Certified Instructor, and that document can be submitted to the State of Florida for the CWL application.
What should I expect in class?
This is an eight-hour course that can be taught in one day (with a lunch break) or split over two days. Students will receive the NRA Guide: Basics of Pistol Shooting handbook – a helpful resource that is yours to keep. We’ll use that text throughout the several hours of interactive classroom instruction where we learn firearm safety rules, basic operation and nomenclature, and aiming technique. Then we’ll move to the range, where students undergo basic live-fire training and complete a nationally-standardized shooting qualification. You’ll also take a written exam that instructors will then discuss at length to reinforce all the concepts taught throughout the day.
More Course Details
- Prerequisites: None – No prior experience required
- Age Minimum: Determined case by case (mature, attentive teens usually welcome)
- Course Fee: To Be Determined (depends on facility and class size)
- Course Length: Approximately 8 Hours (sometimes longer, depending on class size and composition)
- Round Count: Approximately 100 rounds, maximum (all provided)
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More Info: See NRA website (click here)
