The NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting 8-hour course is intended for all adults regardless of previous shooting experience or NRA affiliation.
Some of the topics in the course include: gun safety rules, proper operation of revolvers and semi-automatic pistols, ammunition knowledge and selection, selecting and storing a pistol, the fundamentals of shooting, and pistol inspection and maintenance.
I will validate comprehension and application of gun safety rules; range protocol; proper handling; loading and unloading procedures; application of pistol shooting fundamentals; stable shooting positions; live fire; and a final shooting qualification.
The course is great for novice shooters, or those with some experience. Anyone who doesn’t know very much about firearms will come away from the course with a more profound understanding of firearm form, function and safety. The course gives an in-depth view of the mechanical aspects of pistols, highlights differences between semi-automatics and revolvers, and educates students about everything from safety at the range to pistol cleaning, care and storage.
You will benefit from the extensive knowledge provided about the machinery of pistols. There is a lot of discussion in the media suggesting that guns are dangerous in and of themselves. A gun is a tool. This course demonstrates how very basic and mechanical a gun actually is. It can do nothing by itself, nor even work properly at all depending on the person using it. This course helps you understand what it means to be a responsible gun owner.
The course teaches you safety. You should never forget to wear your eye protection or hearing protection. Hot particles expelled from the firearm can hurt your eyes if you are not wearing eye protection. Also, live gunshots are loud enough to damage your hearing if you don’t protect your ears. The course imparts a very good understanding of what it takes to handle firearms and ammunition responsibly.
The cost for this course is $150, and includes the NRA Student Manual. This very detailed handbook is easy to carry and filled with helpful information and illustrations.