NRA Basics Of Pistol Shooting

The 8 hour NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting is intended for all individuals regardless of previous shooting experience or NRA-affiliation. This is a traditional, instructor-led course where you will receive direct instruction from an NRA-certified instructor from beginning to end. This course satisfies FL state laws to apply for a FL CCW Permit.

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.

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Pre-Requisite: NONE

This course satisfies the State of Florida’s requirement for Firearm safety training to apply for your Florida Concealed Weapons (CWP) permit.

Required Items

·  A great attitude and a willingness to learn

·  Pistol: Semi-auto or revolver. If you need to rent a pistol, prior coordination is required, there is a $20 Fee

·  Magazine/s for semi-auto

·  200 rounds of factory ammunition (NO hand loads/reloads): recommended caliber: 22lr or 9mm

·  Hearing Protection

·  Eye Protection

·  Appropriate range attire (high neck shirts and closed-toed shoes) If you show up dressed inappropriately, you will be asked to leave and reschedule later.

Recommended Items

·  Bottled Water

·  Sunscreen

·  Bug Spray

·  Hat (for range time)