Course Details

Firearm Instruction, Responsibility, and Safety Training — is the NRA’s response to the American public’s need for a firearm orientation program for new purchasers.

 

NRA FIRST Steps Pistol is designed to provide a hands-on introduction to the safe handling and proper orientation to one specific pistol action type for classes of four or fewer students. This course is at least three hours long and includes classroom and range time learning to shoot a specific pistol action type. Students will learn the NRA’s rules for safe gun handling; the particular pistol model parts and operation; ammunition; shooting fundamentals; cleaning the pistol; and continued opportunities for skill development. Students will receive the Basics of Pistol Shooting handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure, NRA Marksmanship Qualification booklet, FIRST Steps Course completion certificate.

 

 

Required Gear

-Open mind

-Single Action Revolver, Double Action Revolver, or Semi- Automatic Pistol in .22LR or larger.  If you do not have one, contact us before class to see about renting a firearm for no extra charge besides cost of ammo.

-50 rounds of ammunition in the correct caliber for your handgun

-Eye and ear protection

-Clothing that will be comfortable for up to an hour or two for an outdoor range unless the course is held at an indoor range.

-Owners manual that came with the pistol if you have it.

-Cleaning kit if you have it. 

 

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DOWNLOAD/PRINT FORM and please for our convenience and yours fill out the form with a black ink pen and bring it to class with you. This will help us speed up the class time, so we can spend more time training, and improving your skills. Thank You!

 

 

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