Basic Handgun Training Course
Prerequisite: None
Course Fee: $125 (includes Range Fee)
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The goal of this 8-hour course is to teach a student the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary for owning and using a single-action and double-action revolver and semi-automatic pistol safely. Students will:
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Identify the parts of a pistol and type actions, and demonstrate how they function
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Students will apply and adopt the NRA rules for safe gun handling and demonstrate how to handle a pistol in a safe manner
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Learn to explain the different components of a pistol cartridge and explain the firing sequence
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Learn the factors in determining how to purchase a handgun
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How to properly identify, store ammunition and explain the major causes of cartridge malfunctions
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Learn gun range safety rules and commands
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Use the 5 steps of the fundamentals of marksmanship
Equipment Needed:
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Eye Protection *
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Hard style hearing protection *
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A notepad and pen or pencil
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A functioning handgun *
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At least 100 rounds of ammunition (Absolutely no re-loaded ammunition and no tracer or steel core penetration ammunition is allowed!)
* This item is available for rental.
This course is conducted from 8:00am to 5:00pm, both in the classroom and with time on the range. Students will receive the Basics of Pistol Shooting handbook, course completion certificate, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure, Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification booklet.
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