The NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting is intended for all individuals regardless of previous shooting experience or NRA-affiliation. The Instructor-Led course takes place in a traditional classroom and range environment. This course may be completed in a single day format or over several days with smaller blocks of instruction Course topics include gun safety rules, proper operation of revolvers and semi-automatic pistols, ammunition knowledge and selection, pistol selection and storage, shooting fundamentals, pistol inspection and maintenance, marksmanship, and shooting range safety. Additionally, students will complete live fire training and a nationally standardized shooting qualification while on the range with an NRA Certified Instructor. Students will receive the NRA Guide: Basics of Pistol Shooting handbook, take a Basics of Pistol Shooting Student Examination and receive a course completion certificate bearing the signature of the NRA Secretary and your NRA Certified Instructor.

This course teaches the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude essential to the safe and efficient use of a handgun for protection of self and family, and provides information on the law-abiding individual’s right to self-defense. This course is for law-abiding adult citizens, as defined by applicable federal, state or local law, and experienced shooters (shooters able to show mastery of the basic skills of safe gun handling, shooting a group, zeroing the firearm, and cleaning the firearm). Prospective participants can demonstrate that they have the requisite knowledge, skills, and attitudes by producing an NRA Basic Pistol Course Certificate, NRA FIRST Steps Course Certificate, NRA pistol competitive shooting qualification card, military DD 214 with pistol qualification, or passing the Pre-Course Assessment.attend.

This is an eight-hour course. Students should expect to shoot approximately 100 rounds of ammunition. Students will learn basic defensive shooting skills; strategies for home safety and responding to a violent confrontation; firearms and the law; how to choose a handgun for self-defense; and continued opportunities for skill development. Students will receive the NRA Guide to the Basics of Personal Protection In The Home handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure, the Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification booklet, and course completion certificate.

TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:

- - Safety
  - Mental Preparation
  - Basic Defensive Shooting Skills
  - Strategies for Home and Personal Safety
  - Firearms, Self-Defense and the Law
  - Selecting Firearms, Ammunition and Accessories
  - Firearm Maintenance
  - Defensive Handgun Introduction
  - Gun Handling & Cleaning

LOCATION: Bailey Private Outdoor Ranges.

CALENDAR: See our CALENDAR for course dates and times.

TIME: 8 Hours – 8am to 5pm

REQUIREMENTS

- - This course is for law-abiding adult citizens, as defined by applicable federal, state, or local law, and experienced shooters (shooters able to show mastery of the basic skills of safe gun handling, shooting a group, zeroing the firearm, and cleaning the firearm). Prospective participants can demonstrate that they have the requisite knowledge, skills, and attitudes by producing an NRA Basic Pistol Course Certificate, NRA FIRST Steps Course Certificate, NRA pistol competitive shooting qualification card, military DD 214 with pistol qualification, or passing the Pre-Course Assessment.

WHAT TO BRING

- - Handgun (rentals are available)
  - Extra Magazines (if applicable)
  - Holster (optional)
  - Belt (tactical or rugged) or Battle Belt
  - Hat
  - Shoes (no open toe)
  - Ear / Eye Protection
  - 200 Rounds Handgun Ammo
  - Food / Drink
  - Adverse Weather clothing
  - Knee / Elbow Pads (optional)

CERTIFICATES

- - 308 Handgun Safety Certificate
  - NRA Basic Personal Protection Inside the Home Certificate

FAQ’S

What about food and drinks? We highly suggest bringing food, water, and snacks for the entire day.