Basic Pistol

Basics of Pistol Shooting (NRA)

This is an introductory course for brand new shooters or a refresher for people who haven’t fired a pistol in a long time. This instructor-led course is based on the NRA’s Basics of Pistol Shooting and focuses primarily on introducing the student to the safe handling and operation of a handgun. This class proceeds at a very friendly pace and is interactive. By the time the student is handling real pistols, they will have a complete understanding of how to safely do so.

NRA’s Basic Pistol course has, for decades, been the introduction point to handgun ownership for Americans. Revised over the years to keep up with new techniques and technology, the course is a truly comprehensive introduction to firearms and firearms safety. This course is frequently attended by students who are not yet comfortable with firearms or have never been exposed to them. All instructors are certified by the National Rifle Association (NRA) and approved to teach the Basics of Pistol Shooting curriculum.

TOPICS INCLUDED

• Firearm Safety Rules

• Types of Pistols
• Understanding a Revolver & a Semi-Automatic Pistol
• Ammunition
• Fundamentals of Pistol Shooting
• Pistol Shooting Errors
• Clearing Pistol Stoppages / Malfunctions
• Cleaning and Maintenance
• Selecting Pistols, Ammunition, and Accessories
• Maintaining Your Skills

WHAT TO BRING

• State-issued photo identification (ex: Driver’s License

• Semi-Automatic Pistol – unloaded and secured in carrying case/bag
NO LIVE AMMUNITION ALLOWED IN THE CLASSROOM – NO EXCEPTIONS!

• Holster – Strong side, hip, or thigh mounted (outside the waistband is preferred)
No SERPA retention holsters, cross draw, or shoulder holsters

• 3 Magazines (2 minimum, 3 preferred)
• Magazine Pouch capable of storing 2 magazines
• 200-rounds of ammunition

FEES AND COURSE TIME

LENGTH: 8 Hours (3.5 Classroom, 4.5 Range)
Classroom, Instructor-Led

FEES:
$150, includes a pistol cleaning kit (9mm para-.357/.38spl) 45ACP .40 SW/10mm
4 Person minimum to sign up
Groups up to 10

OTHER INFORMATION

This course has a limited enrollment capacity and fills up quickly. Advanced payment is required in full to reserve a seat in the course. Due to the limited enrollment capacity and course costs associated with hosting this course, 50% of the registration fee is non-refundable for any student who registers and cancels their registration. Cancellation within 24-hours of the course start time is considered a “no show” and no partial refunds will be given.

Forms

Please download the forms below and email them back to jbilleter@drtarms.com before your course date. Contact us if you have any issues or need further assistance.