Course Description:
This course strictly follows the NRA Basic Pistol Curriculum and is a one day course. This course provides a very basic overview of basic firearms handling and marksmanship. Subjects covered are the same subjects as in our comprehensive two day pistol course with the exception of self-defense issues, which the NRA course does not cover. Subject areas covered at a basic level are:
- Safe firearm handling rules.
- Firearm handling practice including firearm loading, unloading, and handling in the classroom using dummy rounds.
- Complete overview of pistol types, construction and function with classroom examples.
- Ammunition design, function, selection and usage.
- Pistol maintenance and cleaning.
- Proper and safe storage options.
- Concepts of marksmanship skill. High round count instruction and practice at the range.
- An opportunity to shoot a variety of pistol types and calibers.
- An NRA certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
Who Should Take This Course.
Those who have had little to no experience in firearms are ideal candidates for this course as are those who want a basic education on firearms handling and shooting sufficient to provide confidence in safe firearm handling skills and a basic level of knowledge of firearm function and use. | 
