The NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course teaches the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude for owning and operating a pistol safely. This course is at least 10-hours long and includes classroom and range time learning to shoot revolvers and semi-automatic pistols. Students learn NRA’s rules for safe gun handling; pistol parts and operation; ammunition; shooting fundamentals; range rules; shooting from the bench rest position, two handed and one handed standing positions; cleaning the pistol; and continued opportunities for skill development. Students will receive the Basics of Pistol Shooting handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure, Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification booklet, take a Basics of Pistol Shooting Student Examination, course completion certificate, and Lesson Plan (revised 9-05).
Cost is $125
All materials including firearms and ammunition will be provided.
Range time is part of the course.
Eye and ear protection are required. If you do not have them they will be available for use.
Wear appropriate clothing. No shorts or sandals are allowed.
You must have either a permit to purchase or a permit to carry to show good character. These can be obtained from the sheriff's department of the county in which you reside.
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