Firearms & Personal Safety
NRA Basic Pistol
A full-length introductory pistol course covering safe handling, marksmanship, and range fundamentals.
A classroom and range course taught by an NRA-certified firearms instructor. Students learn the NRA rules for safe gun handling, the parts and operation of common pistols, ammunition basics, shooting fundamentals, and range etiquette — with live-fire practice from the bench rest and two-handed standing positions.
What you'll learn
- NRA rules for safe gun handling
- Pistol parts, operation, and cleaning
- Ammunition selection and safe storage
- Shooting fundamentals: stance, grip, sight alignment, trigger control
- Bench-rest and two-handed standing positions
What to bring
- Pistol and ammunition (loaners can be arranged in advance if needed)
- Eye and ear protection
- Comfortable clothing; no open-toed shoes
FAQ
I do not own a firearm. Can I still take this class?
Yes. Contact us in advance and we can help arrange a firearm for the class.
Are firearms allowed in the classroom?
All firearms are checked at the door. No loaded firearms or magazines are allowed in the classroom.