Basic Pistol & Shooting Fundamentals

This Basic Pistol & Shooting Fundamentals course covers the essential skills and knowledge needed for safe, confident, and effective firearm handling. You’ll receive instruction on firearm safety, foundational shooting techniques, proper handgun handling, and more. Perfect for new gun owners entering the 2A community who want to gain confidence and a solid foundation in responsible firearm ownership. The course is also ideal for anyone wanting to build confidence, improve their shooting skills, and revisit essential handgun fundamentals. The course also includes 1 hour of guided range time scheduled at a later date and location.

Course time: approx. 3-4 hours (2-3 hours in class, 1 hour range time - range location, date, & time will be discussed prior to class)

What To Bring (range only):

• Pistol - If you have one. If not, one may be rented at the range.

• Equipment and Ammunition:

  • At least 2 magazines

  • 100 rounds of factory loaded ammunition (ammunition may be bought at the range)

  • Eyes (safety glasses) and Ears (electronic ears protection preferred but not required; rental of Eyes and Ears is available at the range)

• Attire:

  • Shirts: Full-length shirt with a high neckline - T-shirt, long sleeve shirt, sweater

  • Pants: Comfortable, full coverage pants with no holes - Jeans, cargo pants, (shorts are acceptable but not recommended)

  • NO open-toed shoes or heels

  • NO tank tops, sleeveless, low-cut, see-through or cropped shirts

• IDs:

  • Driver's/State License - CANNOT be expired