Basics of Pistol Shooting Course

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The Basics of Pistol Shooting Course teaches the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude for owning and operating a pistol safely. You should expect both classroom and range time, learning to shoot revolvers and semi-automatic pistols. You will learn rules for safe gun handling; pistol parts and operation; ammunition; shooting fundamentals; range rules; shooting from the bench rest, prone, sitting, standing and kneeling positions; cleaning the pistol and continued opportunities for skill development.

The course is a beginner course and designed to provide the novice student with greater confidence in handling firearms. It is recommended to be taken prior to a NV CCW Course or a Personal Protection Course.

COST:  $150 includes range fees and all materials.  

CLASS LENGHT:  8 hours  including a one hour break for lunch.  

STUDENTS WILL RECEIVE:

• The NRA Guide to the Basics of Pistol Shooting handbook
• NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure
• Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification booklet
• Take a Basics of Pistol Shooting Student Examination
• Receive a course completion certificate

WHAT TO BRING:

• Firearm:  Any caliber double-action revolver or single action/double-action semi-auto pistol. AR-15 type pistols are not allowed in class. Your gun must be in good working order. If you don't own a gun, one will be provided at no charge (equipment reservation is required).
• Ammo:  250 rounds is required. PLEASE LEAVE AMMO IN CAR IT CAN NOT COME INTO THE CLASSROOM.     
• Protection:  Prescription glasses, sun or shooting glasses are required, along with hearing protection. 

 *Instructors will provide coffee, water and granola bars in the basic classes held at the range, but outside food and drink is okay to bring into classrooms.  

The Basics of Pistol Shooting Course teaches the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude for owning and operating a pistol safely. You should expect both classroom and range time, learning to shoot revolvers and semi-automatic pistols. You will learn rules for safe gun handling; pistol parts and operation; ammunition; shooting fundamentals; range rules; shooting from the bench rest position and two handed standing position; cleaning the pistol and continued opportunities for skill development. 

The course is a beginner course and designed to provide the novice student with greater confidence in handling firearms. This course covers identical material as the 1 Day course; however, this course splits the day into two days for those who prefer shorter days.  It is recommended to be taken prior to a NV CCW Course or a Personal Protection Course.

COST:  $150 includes range fees and all materials.   

CLASS LENGHT:  2 days/4 hours  (8 hours)

STUDENTS WILL RECEIVE:

• The NRA Guide to the Basics of Pistol Shooting handbook
• NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure
• Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification booklet
• Take a Basics of Pistol Shooting Student Examination
• Receive a course completion certificate

WHAT TO BRING:

• Firearm:  Any caliber double-action revolver or single action/double-action semi-auto pistol. AR-15 type pistols are not allowed in class. Your gun must be in good working order. If you don't own a gun one will be provided at no charge (equipment reservation is required).
• Ammo:  250 rounds is required. PLEASE LEAVE AMMO IN CAR IT CAN NOT COME INTO THE CLASSROOM.    
• Protection:  Prescription glasses, sun or shooting glasses are required, along with hearing protection.  

* Instructors will provide coffee, water and granola bars in the basic classes held at the range, but outside food and drink is okay to bring into classrooms.